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Hard Luck Rodeo
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« on: December 21, 2009, 12:34:30 PM »
I'm trying to get the intake off to replace the O-rings.  I've removed the insulator screw and the two manifold bolts.  The intake doesn't want to slide out of the insulator and I'm afraid to force it.  Any suggestions?

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« Reply #1 on: December 21, 2009, 12:42:58 PM »
They can be stubborn, but if you've loosened the band screws and removed the bolts they'll come loose eventually..
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« Reply #2 on: December 21, 2009, 12:55:15 PM »
Okay!  I got the first one off.  Should I put any kind of lubricant with the new O-ring?
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« Reply #3 on: December 21, 2009, 01:02:15 PM »
You can just grab the tube and pull and it'll come right out with little effort.
I don`t use any lubrication.

http://www.valkyrienorway.com/Polishing%20Intakes%20NEW.html
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« Reply #4 on: December 21, 2009, 01:02:49 PM »
Also, I've heard that polishing the intakes can improve the horsepower.  While I've got them off I thought I might do this.  what would you recommend?
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« Reply #5 on: December 21, 2009, 01:03:49 PM »
I'm not sure about the lube. Becareful when you slide the intake in that it doesn't roll up the o-ring. Where did you get yours at? I needed to do mine for awhile. I have gasket sealer on mine!  crazy2
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« Reply #6 on: December 21, 2009, 01:06:13 PM »
Quote from: hardluckrodeo on December 21, 2009, 01:02:49 PM
Also, I've heard that polishing the intakes can improve the horsepower.  While I've got them off I thought I might do this.  what would you recommend?

I did this years ago when everyone was doing it. Its not mention much anymore. I wouldn't waste my time. I could tell no differance. I think having it ruff is better then smooth, from what I've seen.

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« Reply #7 on: December 21, 2009, 02:08:00 PM »
DONE! Thanks to All for your assistance.
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« Reply #8 on: December 21, 2009, 02:20:17 PM »
Polishing the intakes are waste of time....
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