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Old 10-28-2011, 08:49 AM
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Hi all,

I'm Adam and I'm from the UK.

Currently have a MK1 1.8, Jap Import. I've Had it for a few years now and I'm looking to turbo it.

Someone on a forum in the UK, has a T3 turbo manifold for sale.

I've never seen a manifold like this before, but it does look like an ebay special and I wanted to know if anyone else had come across one of these before, and it they are actually any good?







Thanks.
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Old 10-28-2011, 09:00 AM
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Looks like a POS SS-Autochrome.
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I'm with Brain on this one... Do not want.
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As an homage to some of my favorite Brits -




You don't want that even if it is free.
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This manifold has the perfect wastegate location, for the most optimal boost control!!!
build your own
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I'm pretty sure Turbo not hit block.
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That manifold is perfect......


......if you dont plan to drive the car.
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Thanks for all the replies, Decided not to purchase this for obvious reasons.

Think i'm going to stick with getting someone to fabricate one for me.
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Make sure they know what they are doing... Otherwise you might end up with an eBay quality part for the same or more money. When I do another turbo Miata I will be going with AbsurdFlow myself. *shoulder shrug*
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