Turbo Headers?
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Turbo Headers? Hi Guys, I've come across a minor setback. I am twin turbocharging a 383 stroker that is going into an 85' Firebird. I need a pair of turbo headers, but a decent pair cost around $1,000+ I was wondering if a pair of shorty's headers flipped up-side down would work, if I cut off where they bolt onto the exhaust pipe and welded flanges on? Hood clearance isn't an issue, I'll probably do without the hood at first. If you can help I would appreciate it.
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Originally Posted by T04Bird85
Hi Guys, I've come across a minor setback. I am twin turbocharging a 383 stroker that is going into an 85' Firebird. I need a pair of turbo headers, but a decent pair cost around $1,000+ I was wondering if a pair of shorty's headers flipped up-side down would work, if I cut off where they bolt onto the exhaust pipe and welded flanges on? Hood clearance isn't an issue, I'll probably do without the hood at first. If you can help I would appreciate it.
As for the headers... can't really help you there. I know many single-turbo people use a shorty header for the passenger side and then connect the cross-over pipe behind the engine to a custom turbo header/housing on the driver's side.
For twin turbos (assuming an independant 1-turbo-per-bank) I'd imagine you'll have to go with a custom header of some sort... most likely mild steel as a result. Make sure you get them ceramic coated and find some heat shielding to keep the engine bay temps in check. Good luck... lets us know how it turns out!
