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Re: 2010 ford 4.6 blows nipple off intake
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 6/17/2026

Hello David, Same exact thing with me using aftermarket intake manifold. I use a piece of heater hose with a bolt and 2 clamps. The cap they provide is NOT reinforced. If you rev the engine you can see the cap expand. I do not know what they were thinking! Login to read more.