Subaru "Blue Tee" Replacement!

[Turkeylord]

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***Update! Tees now available from Company23!***

 

 

 

You've probably seen the threads, or maybe even had the issue yourself - vacuum lines popping off the stock plastic "blue tee" under the intercooler. The combination of oil in the lines, no barb, and boost makes this tee a common trouble spot for '05-'06 Legacy GTs and other Subaru models. The lines slip off the tee resulting in a vacuum/boost leak and all of the related issues.

 

I went out looking for a suitable replacement and came up with this. I began selling these as a homebrew vendor here with the blessing of the mods.

 

 

 

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Construction:

The tees are nickel plated brass and should hold up to any abuse you throw their way. They are designed with a single barb on each port for great holding power and a good seal. The tees are made right here in the USA! Company23 will include high quality cable ties to secure your lines to the tee.

 

Pricing:

Tees are $8.95 + shipping.

 

Installation:

Installation is simple, remove your intercooler (guides elsewhere) and locate the stock tee near the center rear of the intake manifold. Pull the lines off the stock tee and install your new barbed tee. Use the provided cable ties to secure the lines to the tee. I recommend you also cable tie the other end of the inake manifold line to the intake manifold. I've included a fourth cable tie for this purpose. For more information, see Company23's install guide here.

 

Ordering:

You may order from Company23 at this link: http://www.company23.com/VacuumT

 

 

 

 

Thank you and happy boosting!

 

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DISCLAMER (stolen from BarManBean)

I cannot take responsibility in the case of damage to anything on your vehicle that results indirectly or directly from the installation of this modification. If you doubt your capacity, do not undertake the installation of this modification; ask for help or have it installed by someone qualified.

Edited October 10, 2014 by Turkeylord

[Turkeylord]

Did some testing last night, check the video to see one holding 105+ PSI.

 

 

 

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[Turkeylord]

Hey again!

 

I'm back with new 1/4" EBCS fittings! These are mainly intended for those of us going stage 3 and finding that our new turbos have 1/4" fittings instead of the smaller stock size. These fittings are manufactured with the same quality and attention to detail as the tees above. They will fit any MAC valve based EBCS like the GrimmSpeed, COBB, or AEM.

 

 

 

http://i.imgur.com/WCOG1Ua.jpg

 

 

 

 

I've had some help from a few members to test fit these guys, huge thank you to Saltysubie and discojon for your help! Saltysubie posted some great pics & a writeup on the new fittings here! Please see his post for pics of the EBCS installed in an alternate "COBB style" location.

 

Fittings installed in the EBCS

http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=174493&d=1391970194

 

EBCS installed in the car

http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=174496&d=1391970703

 

And a pic showing the line to alternator clearance

http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=174497&d=1391970703

 

 

Here's the breakdown on the inlet port fittings.

 

 

 

Option 1: Use the EBCS's stock 1/8" straight fitting.

+ Free

- Line goes out over alternator

- Line has a reducer inline (potential leak)

Option 2: 1/4" 90 fitting. Add you own 1/4" vac line.

+ No alternator clearance issues

- Need to stretch 1/4 vac line onto 3/8" inlet port

Option 3: 3/8" 90 fitting. Add your own 3/8" vac (or fuel) line.

+ No reducer needed

+ No stretch needed

- Fitting is bulky, may contact alternator

Here's a pic I took of the EBCS with the 3/8" 90 installed on an 08+ WRX. It was resting on the alternator case.

 

http://i.imgur.com/P4YtoQFl.jpg

 

 

 

 

Construction:

The fittings are nickel plated brass and should hold up to any abuse you throw their way. They are designed with a single barb each for great holding power and a good seal. The tees are made right here in the USA! I will include high quality cable ties to secure your lines to the fittings.

 

Pricing:

One set of fittings and ties is $20 shipped anywhere in the USA. Payments may be sent via PayPal using the link below.

 

Shipping:

The fittings will be shipped USPS First Class with tracking in a padded bubble mailer. Other shipping methods are available at additional cost. Post here or send me a PM to inquire.

 

Installation:

You will need to pick up some 1/4" vacuum line at your local parts store. I considered including it, but it would add too much to the shipping costs. Installation is pretty simple - remove your EBCS from the car and remove it's stock fittings. Clean up any sealant left in the ports and install your new fittings. The thread is 1/8" NPT, so you should be able to tighten them one or two turns past finger tight. I'd recommend the use of some sort of thread sealant - just don't go crazy and get too much inside the EBCS body. Re-install using your new 1/4 vacuum line. The new line should stretch and fit the port on your intake, just take your time getting it on there. Cable tie all the connections and you should be good to go. Now enjoy your new reducer-free install!

 

Ordering:

The default assortment will be two 90 degree fittings, one straight fitting, teflon tape and six zip ties. Custom orders welcome, if you would like something else please PM me. Please click the PayPal button below to place your order. If you would like to order a tee with your EBCS fittings, please send me a PM! Please be sure to include your LegacyGT.com UserID in the notes!

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you and happy boosting!

 

http://i.imgur.com/SwN8dG0.jpg

 

DISCLAMER (stolen from BarManBean)

I cannot take responsibility in the case of damage to anything on your vehicle that results indirectly or directly from the installation of this modification. If you doubt your capacity, do not undertake the installation of this modification; ask for help or have it installed by someone qualified.

Edited March 25, 2015 by Turkeylord

[BarManBean]

Nice work sourcing these, payment sent!

[Turkeylord]

Thanks Mike!

[.Catalyst.]

Ordered, thank you!

[Code]

Ordering, now I wish my motor could hold 105psi.

[GTTuner]

Made in the USA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Turkeylord]

Made in the USA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

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[SubOperator]

Ordered two, Thanks!!!

[Turkeylord]

The included cable ties won't be the dollar store junk pictured on my test rig above. I'll be including quality Ty-Rap TY524MX ties.

 

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[Andyjo]

Minimum order... 1,000?

Once i get my act together (read: newborn ) i'll be getting a few

Anyone in NH/MA need some to save the $4 on shipping?

[JJr]

Ordered, Thx !

[JmP6889928]

Did some testing last night, check the video to see one holding 105+ PSI.

 

 

 

 

 

 

http://i.imgur.com/6z4BrG1.jpg

 

Wow...you're making teething rings now? Very cool.

[boxkita]

^^^ they come with a blow hard feature.

[dahoseman]

Ordered. I haven't had any problems with my stock plastic unit, but it's good piece of mind for less than my weekly expenditure on coffee.

[N.Y.X.]

Sorry for the noob question as I am still new to all this; when I upgrade to FMIC, will this blue T still be used? Thanks in advance!!

[Turkeylord]

Yes, still needed unless you're redoing all the vac lines ( I don't know why you would).

[KRM]

Paid. Thanks!

[bigleben]

paid. Thanks!

 

+1

[Scooby2.5]

Just bought one NICE ONE Turkeylord!

 

Was messing with my intercooler piping this weekend, while installing my new Koyo Aluminum radiator and found all three lines half way off that stupid blue T.

 

Blue T Doesn't like 25PSI!

[HDTurbo]

Just ordered 2 !! Thank you, Lord!

[Turkeylord]

You guys are awesome. Almost sold out of my first batch, so I just ordered a second. Hope the manufacturer has them in stock this time!

 

Thanks guys!

[Nightmaresmk]

ordered

[kzr750r1]

Ordered one yesterday and it will be going on a new assembly before install... One of those replace it before it fails items.