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Taurus / mks / flex / mkt use Connector Tube - Ford (EB5Z-9R530-c)

explorer sport / interceptor use this Connector Tube - Ford (EB5Z-9R530-A)

The interceptor charge pipes are a revised version of the charge pipes / turbo fresh air inlet / connector tube. The pipes molding, and molding path are smoother and more robust with less kinks and indents on the tube. It also has heat reflecting tape towards the front turbo entrance to reflect the heat from the transmission sump. They are also a $100 cheaper than the pipes that are recommended. So if anyone has leaks or cracks i recommend getting the explorer tube over the sedans. Fits exactly as the stock and I bet there is quite a few more heavy duty and revised parts that can be swapped directly with little to no modification from the explorer/interceptor builds.

https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-aa5z9r530c (https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-aa5z9r530c)

https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-eb5z9r530a (https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-eb5z9r530a)

I appreciate you sharing your findings! I know there are many parts that are indeed interchangeable with supersessions on the ecoboost platform! 
Do you have anymore pics to share?  Thanks!  Z

Quote from: MKspool on January 07, 2018, 10:43:33 PM
Taurus / mks / flex / mkt use Connector Tube - Ford (EB5Z-9R530-c)

explorer sport / interceptor use this Connector Tube - Ford (EB5Z-9R530-A)

The interceptor charge pipes are a revised version of the charge pipes / turbo fresh air inlet / connector tube. The pipes molding, and molding path are smoother and more robust with less kinks and indents on the tube. It also has heat reflecting tape towards the front turbo entrance to reflect the heat from the transmission sump. They are also a $100 cheaper than the pipes that are recommended. So if anyone has leaks or cracks i recommend getting the explorer tube over the sedans. Fits exactly as the stock and I bet there is quite a few more heavy duty and revised parts that can be swapped directly with little to no modification from the explorer/interceptor builds.

https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-aa5z9r530c (https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-aa5z9r530c)

https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-eb5z9r530a (https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-connector-tube-eb5z9r530a)

Interesting. So basically you can get better quality/build and not go Aftermarket and Ford will never know per say.

That's actually pretty fascinating.  Do you have any side by side pictures of both tubes?  The diagrams in the links show the tubes being identical.  Definitely cheaper though!  I definitely want to see how much smoother and less bent the interceptor pipes are.

I placed the order through www.tascaparts.com (http://www.tascaparts.com) as they had the best price with shipping for $78.63.
I will provide my initial impressions once complete!
BTW the Topic made me laugh though! Z

Sweet!  That head bonk is making you do things ... for US!

I don't want to hijack the OP Thread but has anyone changed the lower Duct Hose?
It might be beneficial to change the Lower Duct Hose while in the intermediate area,especially it being prone to high heat in back of the firewall!  Z

$21.30  Ford
Part Number:   DG1Z-9R530-A
Lower Duct

https://parts.levittownfordparts.com/oem-parts/ford-lower-duct-dg1z9r530a/?c=Zz1lbmdpbmUmcz1haXItaW50YWtlJmk9S0QwOTIwMTUmcj0xMyZhPWZvcmQmbz10YXVydXMmeT0yMDEzJnQ9c2hvJmU9My01bC12Ni1nYXM%3D

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Quote from: SHOdded on January 14, 2018, 08:00:27 AM
Sweet!  That head bonk is making you do things ... for US!

It was indeed a wake-up call to say the least! Dunno! Z

Seriously ... glad you are feeling better!

FYI-Update! I received an email from tpc@tasca.com. today and it appears the Charge Pipes are on special order and hopefully will be here soon. 
I will make sure to keep you updated once installed with side by side PICS for comparison!  Z  :)

Dear Z

You'll be happy to know that your order is being processed and should be on its way to you soon!

We're just waiting to receive one or more items from your shopping cart that required special ordering; as soon as those arrive at our warehouse (in about three to five business days), your order will be shipped to you.

When you get your order depends on where you are located in relation to us (we're on the east coast of the United States, in Rhode Island) and the shipping method that you selected. If you still have questions about shipping and delivery, please visit our website: http://www.tascaparts.com/shipping-policy. (http://www.tascaparts.com/shipping-policy.)

Need to speak to someone about your order?
This email is unmonitored, so please do not reply to it. If you need to speak to someone about your order, please email us at tpc@tasca.com.

Thank you for your business!

Kind Regards,
Deb

Special pipes for a special car!!!

FYI- UPDATE Received a courteous email from Tasca and the charge pipe should be here tomorrow for anyone interested with plenty of pics to share!
BTW Don't mean to Hi-jack the OP Thread by any means!  Z

I just received the Charge Pipe Sexaphone Tube late today and as Duly noted by the OP (MKspool) which has not been active since his original post it does have a Heat reflecting tape towards the front turbo plus it does come with hose clamps with the exception of one towards the rear Turbo and seems to be more robust compared to the OEM Unit and a quality piece IMHO!

I guess after further analysis will have take extra precaution upon install,removal due to the Direct port setup and check valve solenoid!  Z

I'm hoping to have some time this week to install it including some side by side Pics for comparison as mentioned above with some Blistering PICS to SHO!!!
"HOW TO" ANYONE!!!!!!!!!!.  Z



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What is a "sex" a phone?

Or do I dare ask? LOL

Z's got himself some kinky toys it would appear.

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Quote from: bpd1151 on January 23, 2018, 07:11:23 PM
What is a "sex" a phone?

Or do I dare ask? LOL

Z's got himself some kinky toys it would appear.

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Yeah Yeah yeah! Lol I'm trying to liven up the mood a bit pertaining to the Topic posted by the OP that's all ! Z   ;)

Quote from: bpd1151 on January 23, 2018, 07:11:23 PM
What is a "sex" a phone?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0CW39q0TrY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0CW39q0TrY)

definitely interested to see side by side pics! the heat wrap alone isn't much of a selling point but if they do have less restrictive design that would be cool. can you compare just by looking at the new set if there are less harsh curves and crushes than your oem pipes z?


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Quote from: Colorado-SHOBro on January 23, 2018, 10:10:25 PM
definitely interested to see side by side pics! the heat wrap alone isn't much of a selling point but if they do have less restrictive design that would be cool. can you compare just by looking at the new set if there are less harsh curves and crushes than your oem pipes z?


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I will certainly take look tomorrow as curiosity kills!  Z
BTW Cool Avatar!  :thumb:

Quote from: ZSHO on January 23, 2018, 10:36:54 PM

Quote from: Colorado-SHOBro on January 23, 2018, 10:10:25 PM
definitely interested to see side by side pics! the heat wrap alone isn't much of a selling point but if they do have less restrictive design that would be cool. can you compare just by looking at the new set if there are less harsh curves and crushes than your oem pipes z?


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I will certainly take look tomorrow as curiosity kills!  Z
BTW Cool Avatar!  :thumb:

thanks for noticing! keep us informed


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So far no difference! It's just to darn cold out!  Z


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Sorry for the delay! but the Hose that connects towards the rear Turbo is giving me hard time since its buried all the way on the back,bottom of the firewall!  >:(
It also started raining now!  Z 

 :( :popcorn:

Here are some pics for comparison as promised and the only difference is where the Saxophone splits and divides as highlighted in RED Below!

I would also add unless your Charge pipe is cracked its NOT worth the Headaches and fustation of the install which can be a PITA to say the least!  Z


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so there's no perceived difference other than the heat wrap?


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Quote from: Colorado-SHOBro on January 29, 2018, 01:56:41 PM
so there's no perceived difference other than the heat wrap?


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The only minor difference is where the Saxophone splits up and IMHO Not worth paying close to $70.00 for a piece of reflective heat tape unless your Charge pipe is cracked as noted above! 
I was hoping to have some better news but unfortunately it is what it is!  Z

Z burns cash so we don't have to...

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Z burns cash so we don't have to...

I don't mind spending the $$$ in order to keep the ecoboost community up to speed! But honestly there's so much my back can take!  Z  :wounded:   

Here are a couple of PICS of the TURBO INLET TO CAC(INTERCOOLER)! 

Mike.B www.ecopowerparts.com (http://www.ecopowerparts.com) silicone hose with HD -T-Bolt clamps can also be seen from up TOP!  Z   :)


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The hard plastic ring on my OEM pipe was cracked so this just saved me $70 :)

Not too hard to replace as long as you remove your hot pipes first.

Quote from: tothiel on February 06, 2018, 09:37:18 AM
The hard plastic ring on my OEM pipe was cracked so this just saved me $70 :)

Not too hard to replace as long as you remove your hot pipes first.

If it wasn't for the Nipple being so close to the connector you can add a 2" Hose and call it a day!  Z