ripped_fear Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Afternoon all, So my build is soon to enter the next stage and I need to fit my new turbo pipes and inlet. Having looked at the job in hand, I have been considering getting rid of the OEM hard pipes that run along the top of the turbo's, (even though I have had the oem ones re painted,) Then replacing them with some that can be fitted out of sight. How easy of a job would this be to at home? and if I was to attempt it what basic tools would I need? I'm guessing some sort of pipe bender, anything else? Any advice would be appreciated. thanks jake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supraleeturbo Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 you need to be able to weld mate for a start Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted March 24, 2016 Author Share Posted March 24, 2016 you need to be able to weld mate for a start To do some vac lines? Just the brackets after I should have thought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike2JZ Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Pipe bender will be enough for vac pipes. I don't think you will need anything regarding special fittings on the ends of the hardlines, so just bend and cut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Unless you have a mandrel type pipe bending machine able to accommodate the required pipe diameters you will struggle, only realistic home option is cut and shut which looks horrible and risks welding slag coming off the inside into things where it will do a lot of damage. A *GOOD* TIG welder using internal purge can avoid that. It's really a job to be farmed out to someone specialising in this stuff, the machines are SERIOUS money. The skill required is also something not acquired quickly. The pipes really need beading on a beading roller machine for proper hose retention. All in all far better to just pay an expert to do a nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted March 24, 2016 Author Share Posted March 24, 2016 Unless you have a mandrel type pipe bending machine able to accommodate the required pipe diameters you will struggle, only realistic home option is cut and shut which looks horrible and risks welding slag coming off the inside into things where it will do a lot of damage. A *GOOD* TIG welder using internal purge can avoid that. It's really a job to be farmed out to someone specialising in this stuff, the machines are SERIOUS money. The skill required is also something not acquired quickly. The pipes really need beading on a beading roller machine for proper hose retention. All in all far better to just pay an expert to do a nice job. Thanks Chris think that answers my question, I was thinking about using a hand tool pipe bender but if its as complex as you say I will just stick with my new OEM painted pipe work instead. Was only considering it to tidy up the bay some more but sounds like its a job to be left alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clay Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Eeem im shore you can hide all the vac lines. i hav a pic or a supra from santa pod that has done it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clay Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 As i am crap with computors i cant post the pic .LOL But someone might no whose car it was Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 I am assuming he's talking of intake and IC pipework, not the small stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted March 24, 2016 Author Share Posted March 24, 2016 I am assuming he's talking of intake and IC pipework, not the small stuff. Sorry I am indeed referring to just the small hard pipes for the stock sequential system. All the Vac lines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clay Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 I am assuming he's talking of intake and IC pipework, not the small stuff. Yes Chris the small ones. Every thing is still the same. You just hide the big ugly thing. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Won't messing around with those pipes have an effect on the sequential turbo operation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted March 24, 2016 Author Share Posted March 24, 2016 Won't messing around with those pipes have an effect on the sequential turbo operation? No idea hence why im asking, all input is much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Assuming Toyota used the path of of least resistance with the vac pipes, extending some and shortening others may have an effect on way the turbos operate. Chris is probably the best person to ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 have a word with Tim, im sure he can make you something... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike2JZ Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Obviously the logical answer here is to go single Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clay Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 Won't messing around with those pipes have an effect on the sequential turbo operation? They are all conected just mooved, Looked like they wear all done in blue silcone tubeing. So i dont no if they would all work ok. or get sucked flat.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berg Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 (edited) I have them removed on mine and replaced with vacuum hoses hidden out of sight properly now too, its easy enough to do Theres no issues using vacuum hose, its what they are made for As long as you make sure they go back on to the things they came off, youll be fine Edited March 24, 2016 by berg (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 OK, you could remake them in Kunifer (copper alloy) pipe, it will bend by hand and can be polished, but beading the ends would be very tricky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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