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Old 10-27-2008, 06:29 PM
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So are you planning to get started on these soon? I'd like to have some by spring, but if not i'll have to make my own and i dont really want to deal with it.
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Let's ******* do this thing man...I'll order these ******* today!!! lol
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I am finishing up a vette for a guy....should be within the next 3-4 weeks, then I can start on the thirdgen stuff. Is anyone interested in logtype manifolds or just the tube headers? Obviously if its made from stainless it will be a little pricey. I will start working on a set and then post some details.
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I wouldn't be opposed to a log-type if it was 1) simple to make (to keep the costs down), & 2) sturdy enough to provide some support to a moderately-sized turbo. I've seen some builds that are using log-type manifolds & making some really good power...

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A thick log type setup would be cost effective and more importantly last a lot longer in all conditions than the tube setup.
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Originally Posted by MeanYellowZ
A thick log type setup would be cost effective and more importantly last a lot longer in all conditions than the tube setup.
What kind of material would it be made from? Mild steel? It would be awesome if a crossover pipe and turbo flange was attached man, atleast if I get a set maybe for an extra charge you could do this for me???
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if i didnt like my headers so much, and the rest of the dual 3" exhaust to match, i would have done this already. im thinking of a rear mount setup, but theres just not enough room for the pipes ive got and new ones to the front. i have manifolds that i cut the flanges off, and rolled the opening to a round 3"(it was kind of ovaled). i have some 3" stainless i was going to weld to them, so i can position the pipe wherever it needs to be. then put a flange for the turbo, and so on. i have the bmr kmember and a manual rack, so it helps a lot with room. and i have the s+p accessory setup where the ac is up on passenger, alt is up on driver. plenty of room for pipes to come forward, plenty of room for twins if i wanted.
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im working on a t4 turbo pass. side hi mount
with remote wg, and x-over for use with factory exhaust manifold on driver side. looking to use a truck manifold on the driver side since they are plentiful, cheap, and can be picked up at just about any salvage yard nationally. it will be a manifold/log type piece.
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Originally Posted by NemeSS
im working on a t4 turbo pass. side hi mount
with remote wg, and x-over for use with factory exhaust manifold on driver side. looking to use a truck manifold on the driver side since they are plentiful, cheap, and can be picked up at just about any salvage yard nationally. it will be a manifold/log type piece.
This is going in a third gen?
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Originally Posted by NemeSS
im working on a t4 turbo pass. side hi mount
with remote wg, and x-over for use with factory exhaust manifold on driver side. looking to use a truck manifold on the driver side since they are plentiful, cheap, and can be picked up at just about any salvage yard nationally. it will be a manifold/log type piece.
What do you plan to use on the passenger side?
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Originally Posted by 89L98T56
This is going in a third gen?
CORRECT, 3rd gen lsx swap

Originally Posted by 4SFEDSS
What do you plan to use on the passenger side?
fabricated log/manifold type hi mount t4 manifold being fed from drivers side using a oem exhaust manifold and 2.5 tubing for x-over
vband flange sealing, 3.0-3.5 dp whatever i squeeze without melting anything
concentrating on making plug access a priority
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Originally Posted by NemeSS
CORRECT, 3rd gen lsx swap



fabricated log/manifold type hi mount t4 manifold being fed from drivers side using a oem exhaust manifold and 2.5 tubing for x-over
vband flange sealing, 3.0-3.5 dp whatever i squeeze without melting anything
concentrating on making plug access a priority
Got any pics?
Are you fabbing this up yourself??
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Originally Posted by NemeSS
CORRECT, 3rd gen lsx swap



fabricated log/manifold type hi mount t4 manifold being fed from drivers side using a oem exhaust manifold and 2.5 tubing for x-over
vband flange sealing, 3.0-3.5 dp whatever i squeeze without melting anything
concentrating on making plug access a priority
Is it possible to use any factory manifold on the passenger side?
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Originally Posted by 89L98T56
Got any pics?
Are you fabbing this up yourself??
i will take pics once i feel that everything looks right.
yes, im fabbing myself
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Originally Posted by 4SFEDSS
Is it possible to use any factory manifold on the passenger side?
passenger side will have turbo manifold being fed by driver side oem exhaust manifold and crossover.
im looking into c6 ls2 manifold, since i have set
but really concebtrating on using truck manifold, forthe system since they are inexpensive and readily available. the lower in price the better.
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Very true... What are the specs on the engine? etc..
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Originally Posted by MeanYellowZ
We are in the process of doing a 91Z right now with truck manifolds facing forward with some stock k-member modifications......

Any updates on the project?



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