Stillen Gen 3 vs. A/C lines
#31
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In testing we saw no negative effects on the cooling system for the car by putting the intake in front of the radiator. The power gains are awesome but if you're not looking for power then a short ram intake should be fine.
#32
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I just ran into the same exact problem and Infiniti quoted me $850 to replace this!
So what I did was took out my Gen 3 intake, took out the line (super easy), and replaced it. I bought the replacement part for 60 bucks on ebay. The part number for this specific pipe is 924403WK0A.
924403WK0A | eBay
Let me know if you have any questions, this is a super easy DIY fix!
So what I did was took out my Gen 3 intake, took out the line (super easy), and replaced it. I bought the replacement part for 60 bucks on ebay. The part number for this specific pipe is 924403WK0A.
924403WK0A | eBay
Let me know if you have any questions, this is a super easy DIY fix!
#34
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See, I am looking into getting a gen 3 for my 2010 coupe X. Reading these are really making me not too sure about this whole thing. Does ANYONE have any pictures of a properly wrapped AC line?
#35
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I've been running without mine for two days now and i miss the sound above 3k RPM I had with it installed. Seems like less power in the higher RPM range too. I'm getting a different car and new owner didn't want the gen 3 installed so if you do decide you want one, PM me.
#36
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We have sold countless of these intakes and the problem listed here has only occurred when the intakes were not properly installed. There is a wrap (protection) for the AC lines (provided in the kit) that are worn in this thread. Also, if the intakes are mounted and adjusted not to sit on the AC lines there will be no issues. We just had a G37 come into the shop for service that has had Gen3's installed by STILLEN 5 years ago and this was not an issue.
#37
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We have sold countless of these intakes and the problem listed here has only occurred when the intakes were not properly installed. There is a wrap (protection) for the AC lines (provided in the kit) that are worn in this thread. Also, if the intakes are mounted and adjusted not to sit on the AC lines there will be no issues. We just had a G37 come into the shop for service that has had Gen3's installed by STILLEN 5 years ago and this was not an issue.
#40
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The previous owner had the Stillen G3 intake installed at an Infiniti dealership. Does anyone know if Infiniti will repair it under warranty? I have 50k miles on the car.
The AC stopped working this weekend so I scheduled an appointment with the dealership to look at it on Wednesday. I took it apart this evening and found that it was the intake that was rubbing on the ac line and caused a leak.
The rubber was installed I think, but the rub point was 1/2 inch away. I notice people posted 2 different part number, how do I know which part I need (92446-JK20B or 924403WK0A). If it is not covered under warranty I ll try to fix it myself. :/
The AC stopped working this weekend so I scheduled an appointment with the dealership to look at it on Wednesday. I took it apart this evening and found that it was the intake that was rubbing on the ac line and caused a leak.
The rubber was installed I think, but the rub point was 1/2 inch away. I notice people posted 2 different part number, how do I know which part I need (92446-JK20B or 924403WK0A). If it is not covered under warranty I ll try to fix it myself. :/
#41
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I didn't receive any extra rubber in my kit to wrap the AC lines. What does Stillen recommend using to wrap my AC lines? Will any 1/2 - 3/4" thick rubber tubing and some zip ties work? I've been without my intake for 4 days and can't stand it. Need my intake back in. :-)
#42
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The local dealership wants $500+ to fix the AC lines and it will not be covered under warranty even though the intake was installed at the Ramsey dealership about 24mths ago. They were able to pull up the installation history in the service system. I was told that I can check with the Ramsey dealership to see if they will do the repairs. However, the service rep from my local dealership thinks the warranty will only be good for 12mths only. Ramsey is a solid 1.5+ hr from where I live. Freon recharge will cost about $80 (for 2lbs) and another $135 for labor at the local dealership. The service rep said the low pressure line also needs to be replaced. I thought the low pressure lines were tucked below the high pressure line. Anyway, I did not take it apart before, so I could not confirm.
I will pick up the parts from Infiniti and try to do the repairs myself. Only problem is I'm in the middle of a bathroom upgrade project, need to prep for my son's bday party this weekend, and it been a wee bit warm in NJ the last few days. DDOOOOHHH!!
I will pick up the parts from Infiniti and try to do the repairs myself. Only problem is I'm in the middle of a bathroom upgrade project, need to prep for my son's bday party this weekend, and it been a wee bit warm in NJ the last few days. DDOOOOHHH!!
#43
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I was able to fix it myself. After removing the bumper. It wasn't too hard to replace the AC lines just needed the right quick disconnect tool. The plastic ring quick disconnect tools are useless.
Went back to the store and got this.
NAPA AUTO PARTS | PART DETAILS
Then the lines slid right off.
There is a good guide available on another forum.
Google: "DIY: Repair Damaged AC Lines Because by Aftermarket Intakes"
Went back to the store and got this.
NAPA AUTO PARTS | PART DETAILS
Then the lines slid right off.
There is a good guide available on another forum.
Google: "DIY: Repair Damaged AC Lines Because by Aftermarket Intakes"