Pop-Off Mounting

I got my 82 with a rubber plug in a fitting on the passenger side of the airbox, which I assumed was an older version of a pop-off valve (lloks like the plug is designed to just pop off). I bought a spring-loaded one to be sure, and I have a question about mounting it. The directions say to install it on the driver's side in the middle of the ribbed area. Is there any reason, besides the support of the ribs, not to mount it somewhere on the passenger side. It seems like a better location.

Any thoughts?

Olivier
82 SC

Yes, I believe there is a reason. The explosions you are trying to ptotect your air box from are explosions that happen in a part of the air box just underneath the ribs. That part of the air box does not extend to the other (passenger) side.

There have been earlier threads you should perhaps find, print and read. I know this because I was confused for a time as to how the air box works and how the popoff should be installed. It should be installed just right. For example:

- The popoff must be installed facing forward, with the hinge parallel and closest to the rear bumper.

- The location of the hole is important because there are (or may be) metal parts just under the ribbing. Avoid drilling into them. The popoff probably came with instructions, but some of us can measure if not.

- My popoff blew right out of the hole I glued it into. The glue stuck to the air box, but not to the popoff. My popoff is made of very shiny plastic, almost greasy-feeling. I had to sand it a little to get the glue to stick.

Just read before you install and e-mail me if you like. I promise to get you information quicker than I did on the cruise control thing.

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'83 SC

Thanks, Superman. I figured there had to be a reason to put it in such a tight spot. Now I need to find a right-angle drill.

I fixed the cruise cable, but I'm still working on getting it all to work. Haven't really had a need to use it so far!

Olivier

I found a right angle attachment for my drill that works well for $20. I've used it several times. Use epoxy that can handle higher temperatures. When's your project?

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'83 SC

It's ongoing, whenever I have time. Hopefully I'll get the attachment and do it this weekend. I did the plugs, belts, fuel filter, oil, filter, and transmission oil last weekend. Pretty satisfying to work on.

I'll agree that working on these things is satisfying. It enhances driving pleasure too, if that's possible.

Was cleaning out some paper and found this Internet address, which discusses popoff installation. There are also threads on this Bulletin Board. The Gregory Vonderhaar guy responded to questions for me. It's a pretty straightforward installation though.

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'83 SC

How is this for overkill. I have a stainless steel airbox with a huge square vent that is kept sealed by four springs- one at each corner. The pressure relief area is enormous. My last airbox explosion (plastic pop off valve ejected from its seating) left me stranded in South Florida on Alligator Alley- desolate........ Hopefully this will eliminate the potential for future airbox related strandings.

JAE
'80 SC

I'm confused about the right angle drill attachment requirement. Is this for in car installation? I looked at the tech article on this sight and it appeared to be a regular drill and bit. The article refers to a right angle drill?