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Old 08-31-2009, 06:36 PM
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id like to see some pics to see how everyones doing them. I was doing my turbo kit today, when I got to the merge pipe i just couldnt figure out how to get 2, 3" pipes to fit a t3 flange.
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a t3 flange, why?

i would def. think that you would want a t4 flange for a single turbo? what size is the hot side, i bet it spools uber fast.

most people run t4 turbos, for single setup, if that is what you are referring too

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For a crossover, I use 2.5in tubing merged into the turbo flange. Most of us run single T4 or T6 based turbo's....T3 based turbo would be too small unless you are using em for a twin set up.....i'd think.
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Originally Posted by frcefed98
For a crossover, I use 2.5in tubing merged into the turbo flange. Most of us run single T4 or T6 based turbo's....T3 based turbo would be too small unless you are using em for a twin set up.....i'd think.
it a master power t70, im assuming its a t3/t4 flange I had one laying around that is a t3 and fits the turbo
exhaust housing size is Exducer Diameter 91.0
intake 101.7mm

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I also had a MPT 70, it was a T4 flange.... .96a/r

Why are you using 3.0 tubing for a crossover? 2.5 is plenty.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/forced-in...unt-01-ss.html
There is a decent merge in this post, I prefer to cut the tubing a bit tighter on both sides and slip it into the flange. Then I hammer form it with heat, vise and a hammer....also a nice block of wood helps form the corners just right. Fit it to the flange and finish weld it.

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Originally Posted by frcefed98
I also had a MPT 70, it was a T4 flange.... .96a/r

Why are you using 3.0 tubing for a crossover? 2.5 is plenty.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/forced-in...unt-01-ss.html
There is a decent merge in this post, I prefer to cut the tubing a bit tighter on both sides and slip it into the flange. Then I hammer form it with heat, vise and a hammer....also a nice block of wood helps form the corners just right. Fit it to the flange and finish weld it.

J
honestly its because I had alot of 3 inch mandrel laying around. I'm trying to keep the build on somewhat of a budget. Im pretty sure it will fit the flange im just trying to get some diff idea's on what everyone is doing.
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2.5" crossovers will support a LOT of power, I had the same idea to use 3" for a crosover but changed my mind when guys with single digit 1/4 mile cars told me they were running 2.5"

Here's a pic of mine, I used the food color trick to get the angle right.
Its a T4 flange though.
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Originally Posted by WS6HUMMER
2.5" crossovers will support a LOT of power, I had the same idea to use 3" for a crosover but changed my mind when guys with single digit 1/4 mile cars told me they were running 2.5"

Here's a pic of mine, I used the food color trick to get the angle right.
Its a T4 flange though.

What is the food color trick?
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Some serious Y-pipe **** in here!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Black_98Z
What is the food color trick?
Its a very handy trick to know, I've used it more than once building stuff for other people. Its also a really good way to make a turndown tip out of a 90 or 45*


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Some of mine... mig welded

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some very nice setups in here!!! thanks lets keep em comming!
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