re: <E30> DIY Cold Air Intake Help???

[Clint Huff <bikepro@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Jeff:

Do not use PVC.  It is only rated up to 140 degrees F.  I've measure under
hood temperatures, on the intake side, in excess of 140 degrees.  It starts
to get soft around 140 degrees.  There are a number of web pages that have
specs on PVC, they all list 140 degrees as the highest temperature.

Clint

>I'm considering building a cold air intake for my 86 325es.  Here is my
plan..
>I'm looking for any suggestions to make this better or correct if it is
wrong.
>
>Parts:
>PVC Tubing, Connectors, Angled Pieces
>K&N Cone filter
>Couple Hose Clamps

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