Brake Duct for GTS

[firstcolonial]

I wanted to buy a cone kit but Jon B is out and No replies yet from Henry Cone. I've been researching and it seems the area underneath the fascia is positive..I was thinking about putting a NACA vent behind fascia pointing down and then connect with 600 deg hosing from the top to the rotors...It looks as though I also could just cut a 3" hole in the rear ABS (or whatever material behind the fascia) near the radiator and have the duct poke out in the front...any info from y'all is appreciated

 

[MTGTS]

I made my own kit. I got my parts list from Chuck98 but I think it's on here in one of the brake ducting threads. Wasn't to bad @ all to do

 

[ViperTony]

I went the Chuck98 route 2 years ago. I started writing the DIY today. Will post soon. I used a 3 1/4" hole saw to cut the holes so the hose would fit through nicely. I'll post some pics tomorrow.

 

[firstcolonial]

I appreciate the input from both...Tony any and all info/pics are appreciated!

 

[ViperTony]

I appreciate the input from both...Tony any and all info/pics are appreciated!

Started the DIY, more info and pics coming. http://forums.viperclub.org/threads...ct-Cooling-Installation?p=2992784#post2992784

 

[firstcolonial]

WOW Great Stuff thus far...perfect!! Question what if I just use a hole saw and cut opening (about 3-1/4") from the rear without taking front fascia off push hose thru from rear and bed hose to rear fascia? Just a thought?

 

[ViperTony]

WOW Great Stuff thus far...perfect!! Question what if I just use a hole saw and cut opening (about 3-1/4") from the rear without taking front fascia off push hose thru from rear and bed hose to rear fascia? Just a thought?

I thought about that when I undetook this project but I had two issues. The first one, was being able to get the air inlet ducts behind the fascia. They didn't fit through the fascia opening. Second, I was concerned about drilling through the passenger side near the oil cooler line. I didn't want to hit it drilling somewhat blindly from behind the ABS panel. Also, I had to drill that hole on a slight angle to get it through. But it's doable. I don't see how you'd be able to get the air duct through the fascia unless you were able to cut it down further.

 

[firstcolonial]

Sorry wasn't clear...I was implying to eliminate the duct shroud and just have the 3-1/2 hose just poke its nose out...would this significantly reduce air flow?

 

[firstcolonial]

BTW can you purchase cone or is that an in house fab?

 

[MTGTS]

Sorry wasn't clear...I was implying to eliminate the duct shroud and just have the 3-1/2 hose just poke its nose out...would this significantly reduce air flow?

You want the naca duct in the front. The cone on the caliper is not required.

 

[firstcolonial]

Gotcha..what do you think of the idea about just getting a cheap NACA duct and trim it down for the caliper side...or is that a waste?

 

[MTGTS]

Gotcha..what do you think of the idea about just getting a cheap NACA duct and trim it down for the caliper side...or is that a waste?

I'm just running the aircraft hose pointed @ the caliper/hub right now. I've been looking for the comp coupe caliper shrouds but people want stupid $$$ for them.

 

[firstcolonial]

I just purchased smaller ducts for the rotor.. I figured I would say that to the size I need.. I'll let you know how it works out. Its worth a try for $20.. I'll pass on the shrouds that are silly money to me

 

[firstcolonial]

Is it just me or is the illustrated guide that Viper Tony (brake duct..I know he's got a few) not work?

 

[AZTVR]

Is it just me or is the illustrated guide that Viper Tony (brake duct..I know he's got a few) not work?

Not sure what you are asking ? If you are talking about the link to his instructions, that works for me.

 

[ViperTony]

Weird...I just fixed it. I made a copy and moved it to the upgrades section but it appears whatever modifications i make to the original are mirrored in the illustrateds. I've never seen this behavior before...must be a new feature.

 

[96GTS]

I have Janni's 96 GTS, and it has the Cone kit. Let me know if you'd like some pictures.