CAI kit problem/question after install

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Red66GT

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I just installed the JLT cold air induction kit (I bought the kit that can be used on 96-98 cobras and the Bullitt), my cars a 97 gt w/ the bullitt intake.
Anyway, after installing I can't seem to fit my strut tower brace back on and don't really see how it'll fit. It just sits too high on the plastic JLT tube (passenger side).
I have a couple of questions:
1) Have you guys had any problem fitting your strut tower brace after installing a CAI?
2) Is there an aftermarket strut tower brace that may fit better (well, not better, just actually fit?)
3) I had polyurethane motor mounts recently installed and the engine seems to sit just a little bit higher, if this is the problem is it even possible to have the CAI and strut tower brace installed?

 

jlhall_10

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I contacted JLT directly and they said there are no STB that will fit. Atleast thats for my car but Id think its for all. I was looking into a STB but now I cant unless I get rid tof the JLT.

 

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Red66GT

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I wonder if the STB for a cobra would fit, I think they're slightly raised to accomadate for the larger intake system...hopefully other stangers can chime in.

btw, how do u like the JLT system? I haven't test drove my car yet with it.

 

jlhall_10

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I dont have any complaints about it. It changed my exhaust note a bit, the SOTP meter felt a small difference and it seems to have helped my gas mileage if I drive normal.

 

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What about those motor mounts? Do you get a lot of engine vibration in the chassis now?

 

KronicRacer

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im thinking a 03 cobra stb may fit... you may need to find one and mock it up.

and how about the evolution motorsports spider brace? that might fit

 

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Red66GT

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The engine doesn't really vibrate much in the chassis, nothing out of the ordinary. I got the self lubricating motor mounts (black ones) so they shouldn't start squeaking later from Energy Suspension and they seem to be a high quality product. They're supposed to last longer and be more durable than rubber.

 

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Sorry, but no STB will fit with a JLT.

Jay

 

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I had the same problem so what I did was cut the cai tube to move it closer to the throttle body in order for it to work. It took me a long time to get it to work but now everything works perfectly. You can try something like this but I also don't know what your cai looks like in conjunction with your stb so I don't know if this would be possible with your car.