[legolego]

Hi,

I purchased and received a FTP charge pipe from a reputable vendor.

Can't seem to get the pipe to fit over turbo outlet. No matter how I pushed and twisted (and shouted) the pipe just doesn't seem to fit over turbo outlet enough for the c-clamp to lock in place.

I am by no means an expert installer but I tried to reinstall the stock pipe and it clipped back with ease.

Is there something that I may be missing to do here?

Sorry couldn't take a picture of where the issue might be as it's super tight area to work with.

I have a picture of the stock pipe side by side FTP for comparison. They look very similar. Could the blue arrow point to where the issue is?

[mike@x-ph.com]

I recommend you reach out to your vendor with install pictures, and they will create a warranty claim with FTP directly to solve the issue or replace the charge pipe

[kuzdu]

Soooo i did my install today on my 240 i wish it was easy as my f22 lol. You will need to use some force and put that pipe on. As long as it is for a G series it will go on. I put a little Grease on mine and had to damn near force it on the turbo. The clip finally snapped in and i made sure it was in there tight, moving and trying to wiggle off. Now im ready to put my meth nozzles next and let a rip.

[legolego]

Originally Posted by kuzdu

Soooo i did my install today on my 240 i wish it was easy as my f22 lol. You will need to use some force and put that pipe on. As long as it is for a G series it will go on. I put a little Grease on mine and had to damn near force it on the turbo. The clip finally snapped in and i made sure it was in there tight, moving and trying to wiggle off. Now im ready to put my meth nozzles next and let a rip.

I think I need some weeks of gym to attempt again. Lol. Need a lot of patience too. The stock pipe was a bitch to wriggle out.

The CTS turbo inlet pipe install was a breeze. It clipped on so easy it felt like the installation wasn't right; The pipe doesn't slide around the turbo inlet by itself but it does very freely if I push it with little effort

[kuzdu]

Originally Posted by legolego

I think I need some weeks of gym to attempt again. Lol. Need a lot of patience too. The stock pipe was a bitch to wriggle out.

The CTS turbo inlet pipe install was a breeze. It clipped on so easy it felt like the installation wasn't right; The pipe doesn't slide around the turbo inlet by itself but it does very freely if I push it with little effort

lol take out the C Clamp and then push the pipe on, then slap on the c clamp. At least after this one is secured in it will never pop out lol. good luck and i know that old stock pipe, had to remove so many things just to take it out. thank god the down pipe will be easier.

[TMinNC]

I just tried installing this same system in my F30 w/N20. What a giant PIA.

1. There must have been so many people having issues w/the charge pipe fitment that FTP now sends 2 Orings w/the pipe. A thicker Orange one installed and a slightly thinner Black one. The instructions say that the Thicker Orange one is a better fit but difficult to install. I found it impossible. Its like a hair too thick. See attachment.

2. The Charge pipe seems to have an incorrect bend. When the end is connected to the intercooler the other end is about 2" high/low from the turbo end.

I've seen tons of videos of these installs and it should be pretty simple.

I've sent a note to customer support from the vendor I purchased it at asking for a refund due to these issues.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by TMinNC

I just tried installing this same system in my F30 w/N20. What a giant PIA.

1. There must have been so many people having issues w/the charge pipe fitment that FTP now sends 2 Orings w/the pipe. A thicker Orange one installed and a slightly thinner Black one. The instructions say that the Thicker Orange one is a better fit but difficult to install. I found it impossible. Its like a hair too thick. See attachment.

2. The Charge pipe seems to have an incorrect bend. When the end is connected to the intercooler the other end is about 2" high/low from the turbo end.

I've seen tons of videos of these installs and it should be pretty simple.

I've sent a note to customer support from the vendor I purchased it at asking for a refund due to these issues.

Which intercooler are you pairing it to?

[dustwhyn]

If you install the lower half first, it will give you more wiggle room to get it lined up and on the turbo snout. If it is not perfectly straight, it will not slide in enough to lock into place.