383 LT1 SR cam 88mm turbo HD VIDEO part 2 intercooler
02-03-2010, 06:29 PM
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383 LT1 SR cam 88mm turbo HD VIDEO part 2 intercooler Here is part 2. I install the intercooler and make the pipes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jkWqakR-jA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jkWqakR-jA
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02-04-2010, 07:46 AM
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Thanks for the replies. I would have used mandrel bends, but they would not fit between the turbo outlet and the intercooler inlet. Even a donut would not have fit. The OD on a donut is 9", I was able to make the turn in 7 3/4". Also, 1 donut (the tightest possible radius) is $250 and 3 u bends would have been another $180+ welding. Also, that price would not include the mistakes that would be made. One wrong move and it's at least another $100. I bought a 20' length of pipe for $80. The welding was more expensive due to the # of seams, but it was still cheaper than material alone with mandrel bends. My welder knows what he is doing (yes, he was not thrilled at all the work but he is a professional and made it happen) all the pipes where pressure tested and there are no leaks. As I said before, this is just the story of my particular build. It's not intended to be a DIY video. I am not a professional fabricator and this is my first attempt (and hopefully last 
) at building a custom turbo system. The next video will be about the engine, so no more fabricating!
The lights are cool. Well, actually they are very hot but they do a great job of bringing out the true colors of the subject.
Thanks for watching
) at building a custom turbo system. The next video will be about the engine, so no more fabricating!The lights are cool. Well, actually they are very hot but they do a great job of bringing out the true colors of the subject.
Thanks for watching
02-14-2010, 10:36 AM
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Nice way to dump $300 welding bends....
You could have EASILY went from the turbo to the "outlet" with a 180 degree bend, and then run the "inlet" right to the intake through the center of the car, with 2 or 3 90's. It could have been done with 2 or 3 silicone bends, resulting in no welding, at all.
You could have EASILY went from the turbo to the "outlet" with a 180 degree bend, and then run the "inlet" right to the intake through the center of the car, with 2 or 3 90's. It could have been done with 2 or 3 silicone bends, resulting in no welding, at all.
