cutting in vents??

[onehotdragon]

Hey whats the best thing to use for cutting out the alumin. for the footwell vents??

I got a set of slp ones and want to get them installed.

 

[sledneck_03]

drill holes at the corners and use a jig saw with marked lines

 

[rmk2112]

I found the easiest way it to drill holes on the corners. Then use a sawzall with a 18T blade or higher and cut out in between them. Then use a metal file to square off the corners and clean up the rough edges.

 

[acat2fast4u]

Use an air body saw, you can get them for $10-$20 at harbor freight.

 

[Ron]

Hey whats the best thing to use for cutting out the alumin. for the footwell vents??

I got a set of slp ones and want to get them installed.

Agree with using a jig saw after drilling the corners, I think some are thinking of cutting the running boards. It's a good idea to tape up the sides, the saw will scratch the aluminum.

 

[sheerider7979]

Just did mine a couple weeks ago. Drill corners and use jigsaw but BE SURE TO PUT TAPE DOWN. It states this in the directions but after a few Jack and Coke's, I neglected this step and put some scratches on my aluminum. I also recommend throwing a sheet or towel over your entire motor, pipe, clutch, belt, and airbox. It makes a huge mess and although I covered everything very carefully, I still had to dig out pieces of metal. Good luck!!!

 

[miner700]

i used a die grinder with a cut off wheel fast and efficient

 

[Pownar]

I would also use a cut off wheel.

 

[skibreeze]

Drill the corners then jig saw the rest. Make sure to put tape over the alum. first.

 

[sledneck_03]

Just did mine a couple weeks ago. Drill corners and use jigsaw but BE SURE TO PUT TAPE DOWN. It states this in the directions but after a few Jack and Coke's, I neglected this step and put some scratches on my aluminum. I also recommend throwing a sheet or towel over your entire motor, pipe, clutch, belt, and airbox. It makes a huge mess and although I covered everything very carefully, I still had to dig out pieces of metal. Good luck!!!

lol you didnt take them off?? how many jack a cokes?

 

[RandyDomit@msn.com]

Shock tower vent cutting?

What is the best tool to use on the plastic for shock tower vent cut outs?

 

[rmk2112]

I used a Roto-Zip with a flex shaft extension ( http://www.rotozip.com/Shop/CategorySubBrowse.htm?IID=18?HID=6 )and a tile bit. Then i cleaned up the edges with a razor knife. Be sure to cover clutch and motor, you'll get a lot of shavings everywhere. Its easy clean up if you prep the area good first. A good vacuuming with a shop vac wouldn't hurt either.
I've heard some guys using a razor knife and a hacksaw too. I'm sure there's a lot of other ideas out there too.
A couple extra rivets in the middle of top and bottom cross pieces wouldn't hurt either.

 

[wej388]

i have a blue point air powered sawzall.it works well for plastic and aluminum.

 

[The Boondock Saint]

What is the best tool to use on the plastic for shock tower vent cut outs?

I used a dremel tool and it was quick and easy.. any other tool would be to large/bulky to fit in the shock tower with A arms and shocks attached

 

[sleddin pete]

Hey whats the best thing to use for cutting out the alumin. for the footwell vents??

I used a jig saw.


Shock tower vent cutting?
What is the best tool to use on the plastic for shock tower vent cut outs?

I used a utility knife and a blow dryer to heat up the plastic to make it softer/easier to cut thru.
Pete