Which diverter valves would you recomend with the following priorities in mind:

* Easy fit in OEM location
* Discrete (black would be best)

Thanks in advance

 

You have your pick of Baileys, EVO, and Forge as the front runners. Most of them come in both black and natural aluminum silver color. The black are more discreet and blend in better...just make sure you get the style that has the vacuum hose connection on the top that comes out at a 90 degree angle.....makes attaching that hose much easier kuz there's not much room in there..

FYI, but not necessarily an endorsement of what folks consider best....I have the EVO's.

 

I did the EVOMS Diverter Valves and have been 100% happy with them. They are black and fit perfectly in the stock location. They were a PITA to get in there, but now they are great and I would recommend them.

 

+1 on the 90 degree vacuum hose connection. The Forge DVs I installed are a bit bigger than the stock ones, and the 90 degree bend helps alot with the tight clearance (especially for the one more towards the front of the car).

 

I just had the Forges installed, Black finish. They look great, the black makes them easily overlooked (great for those moments when you want a "stock engine" )

 

I did Forge's because that is what Kevin uses (UMW) .... he sent them lubed and with the right spring.....for me and my tune. One needs set this stuff up and it was a lot nicer than expected of him....I did black too. Same reason as you. I cannot really tell if I look that they are not OEM.


No issues in the year they've been in....

They are a PITA to install....any brand given the space in the engine bay. Search on the Sear's special tool....someone help here please.

I cannot see why one is better than the other (brand) at this level.... Find one you can get with a person to help as you tune the car (upgrade)...that is what I did. I like having a "guru."

Just me and my POV.

JB

 

I bought the Sears tool....they call it a set of "cable pliers" and they cost about $40.. Although I can see how this tool would be of use on most of those cheap spring-type hose clamps....I had a hell of a time trying to get the tool to work on the hose clamps in the back. I ended up using a set of water pump pliers....I just couldnt' get the cable pliers to grab the clamp stubs on that valve in the back.

I'm not highly proficient in auto engineering....but I did do this mod myself....but take heed....make SURE you properly seat the bottom of the DV in the hose and get rid of the spring clamps. I lost power after the install and had to have the dealership chase down the problem.....problem was me. I didin't 'get the bottom hose properly sealed with the spring clamp. I tried to reuse some of the clamps....not worth the hassle. Cost me $140 to have the dealership fix my problem. The biggest problem with the DV DIY is trying to get your hands in there to take out/replace the DV's. Small hands are a big help if you have a son or wife who can help.

 

I'm running black Forge's with no issues. You can't go wrong with any of those 3.

 

I am just about to upgrade mine.

Is there an easy to follow DIY anywhere?

 

What if you take out the F-hose? Is that an easier way...And OH I am using FVD, but in silver not black.GREAT PRODUCT!

 

the tough part is loosening the hose clamp on the DV to the front of the car - mine is wrong sided (facing front)

 

http://www.turbo911.com/showthread.php?t=287 <- Our walk-through, soon to be a video.

 

They are all that way unfortunately

 

Which of the sponsors is the easiest to purchase from? I tried GMG's site, but its not interactive.

 

Titan 407-277-8423 Ask for Nero, he's got a set in stock right now and he's in the office.