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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: Outlawsaffa1982 on 25 May 2012, 18:45

Title: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: Outlawsaffa1982 on 25 May 2012, 18:45

Guys what is the diameter of the intake on the throttle body? Im trying to order some samco hoses but I don't know what size I need... I think it's 57mm but not 100's

Title: Re: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: tweed on 25 May 2012, 18:49

100% not 57mm that's tiny!! Must be almost twice that lol

Title: Re: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: leigh_harty on 25 May 2012, 20:32

If i can find a tape measure ill go and check for you since i have more engine in my boot than under the bonnet  :grin: :grin:

Title: Re: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: leigh_harty on 25 May 2012, 20:41

Is call it 80mm so don't know of you need to knock a few mil off for a tight fit?

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Title: Re: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: tweed on 25 May 2012, 22:45

I would go 82mm! That's why we use jubilee clips

Title: Re: Vr6 intake/throttle body
Post by: Outlawsaffa1982 on 26 May 2012, 13:36

Well bugger me! I was way off! Cheers lads!