QTP HV Merge Header LEAKING BAD
QTP HV Merge Header LEAKING BAD Here is another post with some pics:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/868073-got-my-qtp-lt-s-today.html
Mine leak so bad that I am overcome by fumes if I am driving with the windows up and the vent on. I either have to get rid of them or fix them, and they perform too well to get rid of.
Since QTP didn't return my email, has anyone got any repair ideas? I was thinking of braizing them or even silver solder. It is too tight to get a torch head back there (which is why they aren't welded in the first place fyi), so welding is pretty much out. Anyone?
-Geoff
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/868073-got-my-qtp-lt-s-today.html
Mine leak so bad that I am overcome by fumes if I am driving with the windows up and the vent on. I either have to get rid of them or fix them, and they perform too well to get rid of.
Since QTP didn't return my email, has anyone got any repair ideas? I was thinking of braizing them or even silver solder. It is too tight to get a torch head back there (which is why they aren't welded in the first place fyi), so welding is pretty much out. Anyone?
-Geoff
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that looks like it could be fixed from that picture. But if I was in your boat I'd take it out and take it to a shop and have them fix it. I think you need to have wire to weld stainless so I'd just call around I dont know what qtp would do for you but I'd try to get ahold of them thats a defect in my book.
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The problem is, you just can't get in there and get a welder on them. I thought I might be able to get a Oxy/Acet torch in there and melt something in. Just looking for some ideas.
-Geoff
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I like the JB weld idea, or some of that metal epoxy that is in the clay bar that you have to knead to active. You could pack the crap out of the header collector with some of that stuff...problem is I have no idea what kind of temps it can withstand. I believe that stuff is called "Quicksteel" or something like that.
edit: looks like it is good to 500 degrees... http://www.dual-star.com/index2/Serv...poxy_putty.htm
edit: looks like it is good to 500 degrees... http://www.dual-star.com/index2/Serv...poxy_putty.htm
My QTPs were not welded on that primary either, but no leaks to date..KNOCK ON WOOD. I noticed that about 1/4 of the weld was incomplete before putting them, but it looks like my fitment was just tight enough to seal.
Here is the pic of my passenger side which is leaking the most. Driver's side looks similar to the other pic (came out too blurry). My camera keeps focusing on the first thing in the line of sight.
-Geoff
-Geoff
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2013 Corvette Grand Sport A6 LME forged 416, Greg Good ported TFS 255 LS3 heads, 222/242 .629"/.604" 121LSA Pat G blower cam, ARH 1 7/8" headers, ESC Novi 1500 Supercharger w/8 rib direct drive conversion, 747rwhp/709rwtq on 93 octane, 801rwhp/735rwtq on race fuel, 10.1 @ 147.25mph 1/4 mile, 174.7mph Half Mile.
2016 Corvette Z51 M7 Magnuson Heartbeat 2300 supercharger, TSP LT headers, Pat G tuned, 667rwhp, 662rwtq, 191mph TX Mile.
2009.5 Pontiac G8 GT 6.0L, A6, AFR 230v2 heads. 506rwhp/442rwtq. 11.413 @ 121.29mph 1/4 mile, 168.7mph TX Mile
2000 Pewter Ram Air Trans Am M6 heads/cam 508 rwhp/445 rwtq SAE, 183.092 TX Mile
2022 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L A10 S&B CAI, Corsa catback.
2023 Corvette 3LT Z51 soon to be modified.
Custom LSX tuning in person or via email press here.
-Geoff