anyone use OBX manifold
03-26-04, 02:41 PM
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anyone use OBX manifold
I had a guy triing to sell me one, i can't find any feedback on it anywhere. I also haven't been able to find anyone that makes them for an FC, i have found them for the FD all day?
If you are using this manifold, will it hold with some bracing, or is it just too thin? It is the only stainless manifold i have found-
If you are using this manifold, will it hold with some bracing, or is it just too thin? It is the only stainless manifold i have found-
03-26-04, 06:19 PM
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Originally posted by RETed
They don't make an FC3S application.
-Ted
They don't make an FC3S application.
-Ted
omg, my CHANCE!!! TED IS WRONG!! MUHAHAHAHAHA SSautochrome does..... which is technically obx cuz they make stuff for them..... ^_^
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03-26-04, 11:15 PM
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The FD version (divided) works in the FC if you use a custom exhaust housing for the turbo. The FC version is made by SS autochrome, and is a copy of the HKS log style, which uses a traditional exhaust housing (tangental) but doesnt flow nearly so well.
I am using the FD version plus an on center housing for my convertible.
I am using the FD version plus an on center housing for my convertible.
03-26-04, 11:30 PM
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ssautochrome actually makes 1 for the FC now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
03-26-04, 11:51 PM
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Originally posted by calio64
ssautochrome actually makes 1 for the FC now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
ssautochrome actually makes 1 for the FC now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
That manifold doesn't have a very good wastegate path design.
This is what I call a superior wastegate path design.
-Ted
03-27-04, 12:13 AM
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I have the OBX one... going on my RE though. Yeah, it's a cheap one, however, I hope to avoid problems by bracing the turbo over to the motor.
Not ideal design as mentioned, however, nice looking low buck manifold to get me started. I'll eventually outgrow it and need a better one, but have to start somewhere.
Not ideal design as mentioned, however, nice looking low buck manifold to get me started. I'll eventually outgrow it and need a better one, but have to start somewhere.
03-27-04, 03:07 AM
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Originally posted by RETed
This is what I call a superior wastegate path design.
-Ted
This is what I call a superior wastegate path design.
-Ted
03-27-04, 08:25 PM
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Originally posted by fcfdfan
Ted, tell us more about what we're looking at...including the yellow hand of doom!
Ted, tell us more about what we're looking at...including the yellow hand of doom!
This is hIGGI's set-up.
Garrett GT-3540
Custom turbo exhaust manifold
HKS GT 60mm wastegate
The exhaust gas shoots straight out, which gives it the best path exiting the engine. The wastegate path and turbo path are Y'd about the same angle - this gives it the most efficient wastegate system. Reference Corky Bell's "Maximum Boost" book for all the details.
-Ted
03-27-04, 09:53 PM
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Originally posted by RETed
I never noticed that until you mentioned it!
This is hIGGI's set-up.
Garrett GT-3540
Custom turbo exhaust manifold
HKS GT 60mm wastegate
The exhaust gas shoots straight out, which gives it the best path exiting the engine. The wastegate path and turbo path are Y'd about the same angle - this gives it the most efficient wastegate system. Reference Corky Bell's "Maximum Boost" book for all the details.
-Ted
I never noticed that until you mentioned it!
This is hIGGI's set-up.
Garrett GT-3540
Custom turbo exhaust manifold
HKS GT 60mm wastegate
The exhaust gas shoots straight out, which gives it the best path exiting the engine. The wastegate path and turbo path are Y'd about the same angle - this gives it the most efficient wastegate system. Reference Corky Bell's "Maximum Boost" book for all the details.
-Ted
03-29-04, 03:57 PM
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Originally posted by banzaitoyota
HIGGI has a huge advantage: Access to affordable Machine shops and Tooling. Props to him!
HIGGI has a huge advantage: Access to affordable Machine shops and Tooling. Props to him!
No special tools or materials were used for making this manifold, only time, patience and guidelines of Corky Bell and RETed
More pictures to follow soon...
03-29-04, 05:48 PM
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Originally posted by calio64
ssautochrome actually makes 1 for the FC now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
ssautochrome actually makes 1 for the FC now
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2469331768
do any of you have experiance with these guys?
04-01-04, 03:15 PM
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Wow, that EM is a great looking piece of hardware!
Is that you wirebrushing the diff? Where are the yellow gloves, man? C'mon, you can't be slipping up like that!
Is that you wirebrushing the diff? Where are the yellow gloves, man? C'mon, you can't be slipping up like that!
04-01-04, 03:26 PM
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What a great looking car. It speaks volumes just sitting there. Has it been discussed in previous threads? Is that the stock radiator shroud?
Is that a yellow glove a doom I see you wearing through the hatch glass?
Is that a yellow glove a doom I see you wearing through the hatch glass?
