VELOSSA TECH BM-R1 Big Mouth Ram Air Intake Snorkel Installation Guide
- July 21, 2024
- VELOSSA TECH
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BM-R1 Big Mouth Ram Air Intake Snorkel
Specifications:
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Model: 2016-2020+ Infiniti Q60 Red Sport BIG MOUTH Ram Air
Intake -
Installation Time: 1-1.5 hours
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Tools Required: Basic hand tools
Product Usage Instructions:
Kit Contents:
Ensure you have received all the following components in the
kit:
- M6 x 30mm socket head cap screw x 5
- M6 x 40mm socket head cap screw x 2
- M6 large washer x 8
- M6 small washer x 1
- M6 lock nuts x 6
- Aluminum spacer x 1
- Foam Strip x 1
- Pair of Orientation Blocks (F and B) x 1
- VT Aluminum Bracket x 1
Bumper Removal:
Follow instructions on how to properly remove the front bumper
of your Infiniti Q60 before proceeding with the installation.
Big Mouth Installation:
Follow the steps based on whether you own a Technology package
car or not. Ensure to relocate the horn as instructed and fasten it
securely using the provided hardware.
Pump Reorientation:
Reorient the pump shield by following the outlined steps. Group
the aluminum bracket with the F block, position the pump mounting
bracket, and secure the assembly with large washers and lock nuts.
Ensure proper orientation and alignment.
FAQ:
Q: How long does it take to install the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport
BIG MOUTH Ram Air Intake?
A: The installation typically takes about 1-1.5 hours with basic
hand tools.
Q: Do I need any additional components for the
installation?
A: No, all necessary components should be included in the kit.
Make sure to check the kit contents before starting the
installation.
2016-2020+ Infiniti Q60 Red Sport BIG MOUTH Ram Air Intake Installation Guide
Kit Contents
Please review this document before attempting installation. You will need basic hand tools and about 1-1.5 hours of installation time. Please review the table below and make sure you have received the kit contents.
Description
M6 x 30mm socket head cap screw M6 x 40mm socket head cap screw M6 large
washer M6 small washer M6 lock nuts Aluminum spacer Foam Strip (1″) Pair of
Orientation Blocks (“F” and “B”) VT Aluminum Bracket
Qty in kit # 5 2 8 1 6 1 1 1 1
Bumper Removal
Perform a YouTube Search using the term “How To Remove Your Infiniti Q60’s
Front Bumper Properly” and follow the steps for bumper removal. Once you
remove the bumper, please continue with this installation guide
Big Mouth Installation
If you DO NOT own a Technology package car, follow this slide by unbolting the horn as
shown and relocating it to the screw hole on the crash bar as shown. If you own a Tech
package, see next slide.
3. Using the same horn bracket, relocate it
here and bolt it down using the OEM bolt.
1. Remove OEM bolt.
2. You will need to loosen the nut on the back of the horn, rotate the ground
wire such that the wire loom is not under tension in step 3. Re-tighten the
wire onto the horn using the nut.
Big Mouth Installation
If you own a tech package car, follow this slide. Unbolt the horn as shown. Do
not re-use the OEM bolt to fasten to crash bar. Use the supplied M6
hardware.
Remove the OEM bolt from this hole and see the next
slide. The spacer and small washer will be used here.
Remove OEM bolt, do not re-use.
This sensor frame is present on tech package cars.
Big Mouth Installation
Fasten the horn to the crash bar using an M6x30 screw, the small M6 washer and
the aluminum spacer as shown. Choose an orientation of the horn that does not
strain the wire loom.
Horn bracket
Small washer Aluminum spacer
Pump Reorientation
Undo clip that retains the wire loom for the pump shield. Then remove the nuts
that retain the shield. The shield will not be reused.
Pump shield
Undo from rear by pinching the sides and pulling
10mm socket, extension needed
Pump Reorientation
Shown below is the water pump after being reoriented, the following slides
will outline the process.
Pump Reorientation “F” Block
The first step is to group the aluminum bracket with the “F” (Front) block as
shown below. Use the supplied M6x40 screws and 2 large washers to keep the
assembly in place, do not
fasten yet.
Slide the “F” block onto the back of the aluminum bracket with the “F” lettering upright.
Logo is on front of bracket
Thin end of block towards top
Thick end of block points toward bottom
Pump Reorientation Sandwich
The next step is to position the pump mounting bracket behind the “F” block.
Do not fasten yet.
Slide pump bracket behind the sandwiched “F” block and aluminum bracket.
Green connecter shown for reference
Pump Reorientation “B” Block
Lastly, slide the “B” (Back) block onto the assembly and fasten using a large
M6 washer and M6 lock nut on each screw. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. “B” block slides
over the back of the pump bracket to complete the sandwich. “F” and “B” blocks
cause the pump to tilt forward, but; their outer faces should be parallel. You
should be able to read the letters from a top view when the sandwich is
complete.
“B”
“F”
Fasten nuts with large washers on the back of the sandwich using a 10mm wrench
and 5mm hex key.
Pump Reorientation
If you followed the steps in the previous slides, the pump will not touch the
crash bar. It will have a natural forward tilt. The aluminum bracket holes are
slightly oversized to allow for small adjustment; use as needed.
Slight adjustment available to avoid any touching.
DO NOT ALLOW TOUCHING IN THESE AREAS
Pump Reorientation
Once the correct position for the pump has been chosen, fasten the pump
assembly to the car using the OEM nuts. Apply the supplied foam strip onto the
pump on the area indicated below.
10mm socket, extension needed
Apply 1″ foam strip here
Keep the wire loom routed along the crash bar
Pump Reorientation Overview
After the pump has been reoriented, it should have a slight forward tilt and
plenty of clearance.
Big Mouth Installation
If your stock heat exchanger has this small shroud located on the driver side,
remove it by extracting the indicated pop clips.
Big Mouth Installation
Insert the Big Mouth in an upward sweeping motion as indicated. Align the
holes and use the supplied M6 x 30mm bolts + 6mm large washers (front) and M6
locknuts (rear) to fasten. Turn by hand at first in order to avoid cross
threading, use a 5mm hex key and 10mm wrench for tightening. Install both Big
Mouth intakes this way.
Use a 5mm hex key for the screws. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Finalize
Re-install the bumper the same way it was removed and ENJOY!
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