how hard is it to install a forge valve...?(more)

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Mar 27, 2001 | 09:05 AM

BoyTToy

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how hard is it to install a forge valve...?(more)

will this void AoA warranty and will it affect my lease on my 2001 TTC?

Mar 27, 2001 | 09:09 AM

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Once you get past the OEM clamps, it's a breeze...

...several have recommended using a Dremel tool to cut those off. It shouldn't void your warranty or affect your lease, but just keep your OEM valve around if you're worried about that. Do a swap when you need to take it in for service or when you return it at the end of the lease.

Mar 27, 2001 | 09:33 AM

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how long does it take for a newbie, could i do it over the weekend?

Mar 27, 2001 | 09:35 AM

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15 minutes.

Mar 27, 2001 | 09:35 AM

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Maybe about 45 minutes if you take a 15 minute break in the middle

If you look the job over and decide it's going to require a weekend of your time....better call a professional!

Oh, and I mean that.

Mar 27, 2001 | 09:48 AM

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HIGHLY recommend using a Dremel w/ cut-off wheel for that *EVIL* OEM clamp - takes 30 seconds!

I know because I used a Dremel this last Saturday to remove the large OEM speed clamp from suiTTman's TTR for his Forge install. When I did mine last Sept it took me 25-30 minutes with pliers and tin snips. Argghhh!

But I don't recommend the Dremel for the small vacuum hose clamp... unless you have a real steady hand.