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Tips for removing bypass tube from CJ intake
« on: August 09, 2018, 07:31:56 PM »
Before installing my stock intake,  I'm contemplating replacing the by pass tube and heater hose fitting.   There were no leaks when motor last run many years ago... but now would be the time to change them.    On the other hand, I might be persuaded to leave them as-is and avoid an unwanted detour 

Looking for tips, warnings, re-assurance, etc.

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Re: Tips for removing bypass tube from CJ intake
« Reply #1 on: August 10, 2018, 05:48:10 AM »
If it's stuck, and I'm sure it is, you'll break it off trying to get it out.  BTDT.

If it's in good shape, not bent, not crinkled, didn't leak, then I would leave it alone.
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Re: Tips for removing bypass tube from CJ intake
« Reply #2 on: August 10, 2018, 08:50:05 AM »
I've got one in my med riser intake that is paper thin, but doesn't leak.   Leave well enough alone unless you have the tools to get the broken pieces out.
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Re: Tips for removing bypass tube from CJ intake
« Reply #3 on: August 10, 2018, 09:31:12 AM »
Ditto on the bypass tube. Unless it's caved in from somebody using channel locks on it, they seem to last darn near forever, even when they're on the thin side. As far as the heater hose outlet, I'd probably replace it. Some Kroil, patience and maybe a little heat should get it out without much issue. Sometimes it takes a few days of spraying, heating and gentle persuasion, but I've never had one that wouldn't come out. Being an iron intake, heat really helps.
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Re: Tips for removing bypass tube from CJ intake
« Reply #4 on: August 10, 2018, 09:41:35 AM »
I use a mini slide hammer , they come right out , I just tap and install a hose fitting or plug off with electric water pump