Cold side v-bands??

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Just curious if anybody has been using vbands on the cold side (intercooler, TB etc) instead of hoses?

I know awhile back DW posted some wiggens clamp pics, but I have seen some new v-bands from Wolfe racecraft that look interesting (and cheaper )

Thought these might be easier to use and better than hoses...

any thoughts?

Thx

[turbodave231]

The problem with v bands (marman clamps) is they are not flexible. Hoses and t-bolt clamps allow for slight misalignment and engine movement. Wiggins clamps also float in and out and allow 5 degrees of misalignment.

V-bands will work if everything is perfectly aligned and the intercooler moves with the engine (like the stock intercooler) or the engine is mounted solid to the frame (motor plates).

I had a major problem keeping the up-pipe/TB hose from blowing off. The darn Accutrash TB didn't have enough bead to keep the hose from slipping off. I ended up with a Wiggins. Works good/Looks good, but expensive!

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Thanks for the reply!

That is exactly what I thought.. except the v-band style clamps I have been seeing for this has rubber o-rings. Thought maybe this would allow some movement??

I dont want to be the first to experiment. I have seen some mustang guy with this.. but no too much info or feedback..