cdk4219

i am piecing a single turbo LS1 for a datsun 280z hybrid swap and was wondering if I could use corvette, or Fbody factory manifolds to plumb the turbo in up front? My goal is 700 to the wheels,using a gt40 or gt42, (preferrably ball bearing) and will these factory manifolds support that HP level? I would love to make a set of headers, but if I can use readily avialable and very inexpensive mass produced parts, it will make the job much easier, to do and to replace if it breaks.

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iTrader: (3)

That should work without problems. I have ran the truck manifolds to 1150 hp on a engine dyno. The Corvette manifold should be a better flowing part but I have not tried it "yet".
It is a good alternative to expensive headers. We have built two turbo trucks with stock manifolds with good results although I have put less than 5000 miles on them at this time.
Kurt

cdk4219

Yea I thought it might be the more cost effective way to fabricate the kit. Are truck manifolds much different than the F body ones?

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iTrader: (13)

Can you take any manifold and flip it updside down to mount a turbo in front of the motor?? I remember seeing the 1150hp motor with 6.0 liter manifolds fliped upside down.