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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 09:36 AM
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Question Smooth Bellows instead of Fernco

The question is would you use a smooth bellow instead of the Fernco if it was $40 instead of $50-$65?

The fernco isnt the best option for, if a better option was presented, similar to SLP's bellow, would you buy it instead using a fernco or other plumbing part not really meant for induction?
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 09:50 AM
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I wouldn't.. A fernco is effective as far as air-flow is concerned as well as with cost.. IMHO the best bang for the buck.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 09:54 AM
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Can you put a shark nozzle in Fernco? What about cracking your lid? I see the Fernco as a cheap alternative but it is an inferior product as far as the purpose goes. Not looking to argue wth anyone here just doing some market research. Looking for answers and thoughts on all aspects of the bellow.

The fernco being un-reinforced rubber could be succeptable to collapse under hot conditions but has it? OR does it just narrow up a bit and restrict?
I'm seriously curious as to it's efficiency under heat and load.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 09:59 AM
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I'm not sure about the shark nozzle.. I have the fernco connected nice and snug to the lid but not too tight.. I've never had a problem with it cracking.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 10:02 AM
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thx for your help
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 10:02 AM
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I would still buy an slp bellow for the TB to maf. I still have mine since I got the slp flow-pac and it's still in good shape even on my NW 90mm TB.
I have a fernco for my volant cai to maf and its holding up, though I did have to heat it up to fit over both.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 10:14 AM
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You've got alot of combos out there (TB's LID's MAF/!MAF) and having an option for each would give you an edge.

There are $30~ish alternatives (silicone hose products) that offer similar solutions, but I think the hump in the SLP one would provide for the flexibility for motor movement that others cannot.

Make a model that takes all that into account and costs around 35~40 and I don't see why it wouldn't sell.
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Poly motor mount + fernco, no cracking and cheap
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83 views and 11 votes..
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 05:34 PM
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I would. Why? The Fernco doesn't look like it belongs on the car to me...the SLP-style piece does. No other reason.

Home Depot racing is fine and dandy for most people...I usually spend a bit more to get a little higher quality in fit and finish.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by MeentSS02
I would. Why? The Fernco doesn't look like it belongs on the car to me...the SLP-style piece does. No other reason.

Home Depot racing is fine and dandy for most people...I usually spend a bit more to get a little higher quality in fit and finish.
+1 if you use alot of really cheap parts your car usually ends up looking really cheap
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 07:23 PM
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I vote SLP - I just replaced my fernco when I did my LS6 intake to maximize the advantage and it has a very good fit and looks larger in diameter.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 10:40 PM
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I got one of these.... Looks nice.

http://intakehoses.com/Merchant2/mer...ory_Code=CACH5
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 11:36 PM
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Originally Posted by waterbug1999
Yep I've seen em all. None are designed for the application how ever. It needs to have a slight bend in it.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 11:47 PM
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Just cut the end at an angle, it fits perfect!
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 11:54 PM
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You dont create an elbow by cutting an angle at each end of straight peice of tube. The Tb sits lower than the lid/MAF, thats why you need the bend in it.
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 12:04 AM
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yeah, for 35bucks, i'd probably get one.
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Get it?

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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 06:07 AM
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Originally Posted by waterbug1999
Get it?

Yes I do. You have deplorable paint shop skills. I understood the first time. You could make a rolled up peice of cardboard work as well, but is it your first choice? Obviously the first choice is to use the proper part but when cost gets in the way you have to deviate.
Thank you for your help.

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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 12:40 PM
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Yea, I know my paint shop skills are bad ***....

Well, IMO, the link I posted is better option then the SLP one..

Good luck.

Mine fits pretty good.

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