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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 03:49 AM
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Sorry if this has already been talked about but I searched and didn’t see anything on it. My question is there a distinct benefit on running a custom set of steel manifold(s) vs the reversed truck manifolds. Reason I ask is because I was looking at a set of customs ones but they’re going to run me $1600-2200 vs having the truck ones cut and welded (sure I can get it done for $400). Or is it just a cosmetic thing that looks nice.
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 07:28 AM
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What kind of power are you looking for?
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 07:31 AM
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Ive seen truck manifolds go beyond 1200rwhp.
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 07:40 AM
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Tubular manifolds can see benefits, but a lot will depend on your goals.

Plus most tubular manifolds will restrict plug access. Maybe a small point, but I'd hate to have to change plugs on some of them !! That would be enough to sway me from some designs.

Here's a thread asking about some shorties.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=333810
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 08:22 PM
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plan only to take it to 1000whp max... but I dont know if that that itch will come biting and im going to need/want more.
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 08:38 PM
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just use truck manifolds or use the hooker smooth looking manifolds like I did. you will be fine. I seen a Camaro make 1279 whp with manifolds. if I can find my camera ill post the vid.
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Old Jan 4, 2014 | 10:40 PM
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okay thanks for the input fellas
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 09:33 AM
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Yeah you should be fine with truck manifolds
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I had tubular manifolds and and kept burning plug boots. It was a PITA to deal with as there wasn't any room. I switched to truck manifolds and.
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