VXer
ok, so I'm still overheating after checking everything. I'm convinced its the lack of the Egr. I've come to the conclusion that I just need to add it. My egr block has the threaded output for the tube. So all I need to do is take a tube thread one end, put a flange on the other, drill a
Hole in the back of the s/c intake and attach it. I've never seen one with hole in the back of the manifold. Is there any thing special I'm missing here? Thanks .
Super VXer
I hope this helps...the EGR tube is the one held on with three allen head bolts.
Super VXer
Ugh, EGR + S/C = headaches.
The position of it makes it, in my book, the most difficult area to reach on the VX. Be prepared to cut your hands up and to have a box load of patience ready. It was one thing putting a prefab in, but from scratch, I don't envy you, heh.
Good luck man.
Gary Noonan
'01 S/C VX / '18 Forester XT
VXer
yeah. It doesn't seem that hard. What's gonna be a pain in the *** is just taking the whole thing off to drill and tap the holes. At least I'll be able to finally get that cel light off! I'm also gonna put new O-rings in just to be sure I'm not leaking there! I'll post some pics when I'm done
Super VXer
Remember to order some new intake gaskets from Merlin BEFORE you tear it down...
VXer
do you really think new intake gaskets are necessary? I put new ones on when i put the S/C on about 2000 miles ago. Also, the instructions (and i use the term loosely) say to use sealant where the egr tube meets the supercharger. What did you guys use? I figured it would have to be able to deal with the high temps. Thanks!
Super VXer
I just like new gaskets, every time...I'm funny that way.Originally Posted by spitfire5454
My reasoning is: they aren't THAT expensive, & you already know how much fun it is to R & R the S/C if it turns out that you wish you had used new...
I use black Hi-Temp RTV (permatex I think, can't remember if sensor safe)
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