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  1. 12-14-2007, 12:01 PM #1
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    Default FMIC Kit LEAK check?

    WHat is the best way to check for leaks on my newly install FMIC kit?
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    You'd have to pressurize the system just as a radiator. I've seen a pressure testing tool that AAP made. Basically block off 1 end of the intercooler completely and then pressurize the other end while making sure air is not leaking out that same end and listen for the leak. If it holds pressure than it's probably not leaking. Why do you think your intercooler is leaking?
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    Quote Originally Posted by BLK JDM
    You'd have to pressurize the system just as a radiator. I've seen a pressure testing tool that AAP made. Basically block off 1 end of the intercooler completely and then pressurize the other end while making sure air is not leaking out that same end and listen for the leak. If it holds pressure than it's probably not leaking. Why do you think your intercooler is leaking?
    I don't know if it is. I just converted my Mazdaspeed 6 from a Top Mount Intercooler to a Front Mount and I want to check and make sure that all the piping and everything had no leaks.
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    http://www.vfaq.com/mods/ICtester.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by KPowerEP3
    http://www.vfaq.com/mods/ICtester.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by KPowerEP3
    http://www.vfaq.com/mods/ICtester.html
    Use that, or something similar, but don't listen for loud hissing, cause you could have a smaller leak. Use low pressure, and put the intercooler in a tub of water, if you see bubbles, you got a leak.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Justin.
    Use that, or something similar, but don't listen for loud hissing, cause you could have a smaller leak. Use low pressure, and put the intercooler in a tub of water, if you see bubbles, you got a leak.
    Small leak or larger you can hear air escaping if you listen.
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    But for a sure fire way to find a leak....water is your best bet.
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    easiet way to see if it has any leaks...drive the car. Check your boost gauge, get on it hard to see if the pipes blow off. If Not, your good.


    Rican-are you running worm clamps are T-bolts? Look into getting t-bolts. They look nicer, work better, and dont tear up anything. They are about 5 bucks a clamp but they apply equal pressure all the way around the pipe.
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    T BOLTS FTW! soap and water in a little spray bottle helps me alot just soak'm down
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    MAn i had boost leaks like hell with my car so i just got a boost leak tester and went to work.
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    thats what you need to do! boost leak test...we made a bad arse one with parts from home depot
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    Quote Originally Posted by stay_up
    MAn i had boost leaks like hell with my car so i just got a boost leak tester and went to work.
    yea..but u have a dodge...
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