Drivetrain Official ALTA Q&A thread!
#1101
Good question:
Just finished the install of my adjustable lower control arms on my 02 MC and 02 MCS. They were installed as close to stock by eye. What setting would you recommend when I have them aligned? Neither car sees winter driving conditions The MC sees no track days and the MCS sees 4-6 track events a year, with less than 3k put on regular roads. The MC racks up about 5k a year. Thanks
For the street car .75 deg neg.
Thanks for the business and for asking!
adam@altaminiperformance.com
#1104
CAI silicone hose FITMENT
hello Alta,
Very Simple mod, but very mechanically challenged guy here need help
1) does some hose require trimming the bottom? (toward throttle body)
I already have ruined 1 Blue hose which I over trimmed, so i try with Red one this time to no avil I just gave up.
2) compare to throttle body opening, Silicone Hose has bigger opening (too lose) is this normal?
no matter how much i try to tighten it my silicone hose just slides right out, if I pull it with very little force.
3) and the tiny middle hose (fresh air... ??) does not line up with my factory hose. my factory line is running side ways and Silicone hose has its middle tiny hose facing up, toward the winshield. (I align my tube per your "Alta" logo to be on top not turn side ways)
I have seen most "Alta CAI how to's" here but I guess i am the only one having trouble installing my Hose. my 2nd attempt failed this weekend.
I have 05 MCS Manual, thank you.
PS: and How do I install that factory Air inlet plstic tube back on? (tube that feeds fresh air from front) Is it silicone hose install, before or after?? I got so frustrated I almost threw it all away~ arggggg :impatient whats a best way?
Very Simple mod, but very mechanically challenged guy here need help
1) does some hose require trimming the bottom? (toward throttle body)
I already have ruined 1 Blue hose which I over trimmed, so i try with Red one this time to no avil I just gave up.
2) compare to throttle body opening, Silicone Hose has bigger opening (too lose) is this normal?
no matter how much i try to tighten it my silicone hose just slides right out, if I pull it with very little force.
3) and the tiny middle hose (fresh air... ??) does not line up with my factory hose. my factory line is running side ways and Silicone hose has its middle tiny hose facing up, toward the winshield. (I align my tube per your "Alta" logo to be on top not turn side ways)
I have seen most "Alta CAI how to's" here but I guess i am the only one having trouble installing my Hose. my 2nd attempt failed this weekend.
I have 05 MCS Manual, thank you.
PS: and How do I install that factory Air inlet plstic tube back on? (tube that feeds fresh air from front) Is it silicone hose install, before or after?? I got so frustrated I almost threw it all away~ arggggg :impatient whats a best way?
Last edited by HABUTGO; 10-15-2007 at 01:14 PM. Reason: my spell check wont work. sorri.
#1105
HABUTGO: Sorry you are frustrated and having problems. As you have already seen by other members this is NOT a common problem. The inlet hose will be slightly larger than the stock one at the T/B. (We did this base don requests from clients with larger T/B kits. The extra is not a gross amount and the clamp provided (when tightened properly) will make the hose TIGHT! So simply recheck that.
On the fresh air tube coming from the radiator support. After tightening the inlet hose to the T/B and before it is tightened to the air box, pull the inlet tube forward (kinking it temporarily) and then slide the aformentioned hose into place. Much better than throwing it across the room!-)
Don't align the tube based on logo placement. The logos can be in different spots from part to part. (not an excuse just an explanation.) Best to make the PCV connection before installation of the fresh air tube.
As always let me know how I can help in anyway further! Thanks again for choosing ALTA!
adam@altaminiperformance.com
On the fresh air tube coming from the radiator support. After tightening the inlet hose to the T/B and before it is tightened to the air box, pull the inlet tube forward (kinking it temporarily) and then slide the aformentioned hose into place. Much better than throwing it across the room!-)
Don't align the tube based on logo placement. The logos can be in different spots from part to part. (not an excuse just an explanation.) Best to make the PCV connection before installation of the fresh air tube.
As always let me know how I can help in anyway further! Thanks again for choosing ALTA!
adam@altaminiperformance.com
#1106
#1109
Good question! Depends on where it is mounted. If you can access the site tube, simply drain the can into another container and place the waste with other waste oil.
If you can't do that, I recommend removing the top plate, and siphon out the waste oily stuff with an old turkey baster.
Also, the foam (if used) can generally be reused. Simply wash it with a degreaser and replace it in the can.
Hope that helps! Thanks for asking!
Adam@altaminiperformance.com
If you can't do that, I recommend removing the top plate, and siphon out the waste oily stuff with an old turkey baster.
Also, the foam (if used) can generally be reused. Simply wash it with a degreaser and replace it in the can.
Hope that helps! Thanks for asking!
Adam@altaminiperformance.com
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Good question! Depends on where it is mounted. If you can access the site tube, simply drain the can into another container and place the waste with other waste oil.
If you can't do that, I recommend removing the top plate, and siphon out the waste oily stuff with an old turkey baster.
Also, the foam (if used) can generally be reused. Simply wash it with a degreaser and replace it in the can.
Hope that helps! Thanks for asking!
Adam@altaminiperformance.com
If you can't do that, I recommend removing the top plate, and siphon out the waste oily stuff with an old turkey baster.
Also, the foam (if used) can generally be reused. Simply wash it with a degreaser and replace it in the can.
Hope that helps! Thanks for asking!
Adam@altaminiperformance.com
thanks a lot
#1111
#1112
Any thoughts on the toe setting now that I have 4 adjustable control arms on the rear tires? I am planning to set camber to -1.75' on all the tires for my first track day tomorrow. How much positive caster would you suggest? Would you keep the toe at the factory recommendation? Thanks.
Thanks for asking!
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#1113
hello alta, i recently bought the alta OCC and it came without the colored hoses, i contacted alta and told them, they asked for my invoice and i havent heard from them since, that was over a week ago, i can read that the hoses are apart of the kit and i dont know how to prove they didnt come with the kit, but they didnt :P plz where are my hoses?
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Well Charles are complete apologies for any inconvenience. BUT I will need more information. I will be in the office tomorrow. Direct any previous or new correspondence to me at adam@altaminiperformance.com Title the e-mail MISSING OCC HOSE and BE SURE to put your daytime telephone number, order number or ANYTHING else that could be helpful top finding the lost hose.
I just hate it when my hose goes missing!
Thanks again for your patience!
I just hate it when my hose goes missing!
Thanks again for your patience!
#1115
#1120
Yes and No. It is available only for clients with TWURBO sytems. I do still have a few kits available.
But we have a NEW Ecu product the ALTA PnP ECU for the R53 that will be released in the coming days. For a sneak peek at what we did for the R56 owners click here!
Thanks again for asking!
adam@altaminiperformance.com
But we have a NEW Ecu product the ALTA PnP ECU for the R53 that will be released in the coming days. For a sneak peek at what we did for the R56 owners click here!
Thanks again for asking!
adam@altaminiperformance.com
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