RippinZ121

iTrader: (16)

I just put on my MTI clear lid and the MAF doesnt stay in there very well. It was a PITA to get out of the stock like, then I tighten down the clamp with the MTI and it like wants to slip out. Should I leave it or find some way to hold it there without making it leak?

-98-Z28-Darkness-

iTrader: (7)

wow never hear of that proble mine was to tight that it opend up a lil from one side...no to bad it the carbon fiber one tho...
my bros clear was too tightg we had to shave it from the inside to fit....
i dont kno wat u can do try tightening it more...or maybe some tape or something but it will give u a tacky look

SlayerMaro

iTrader: (3)

I had the same problem for awhile with my MTI clear lid. I tightened the band around it, and I checked a few weeks later. No more gap! It was kinda weird.

landonew

Yea, my SLP lid was a pain in the *** to install. Once the plastic softens ever so slightly it becomes easier. Have to remember that the engine, IM, TB, MAF mount slightly differently in every car, and vibrate and move all the time. Just keep adjusting it.

What actually happens, is that the heat and stress of the engine vibration weakens the the plastic nipples (for lack of a better word) and helps them to form them to your car. Even hard plastic is suprisingly elastic under heat and repititious pressure, so just keep adjusting it every so often. It is kinda like breaking in a pair of shoes. After about 4-5k miles, and consistent adjusting it will fit like a glove.

Arctic2002ss

Common problem. Most likely, the lid is not back far enough. The edge of the lid should be inset a little from the base. It does not really look right but it is.

z4ever23

I never had a problem with my slp lid.

RippinZ121

iTrader: (16)

K thanks guys. I will keep tabs on it. I dont think its too far forward because the bellow is smooshed more then it was when the stock.

mtxfrk2k1

i cut 1.5 inches off my smooth bellow... + took off the radiator support plastic peice up top and trimmed that peice where the intake was pressing down on it.

now it fits like a jewel.