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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 04:08 AM
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Since I wasn't able to find any info on this via searching around, I wanted to see if anybody is running the version 4 manifold/downpipe from BEGI? This would be the tubular manifold and divided wastegate downpipe.

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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 05:27 PM
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When I talked to Corky on Friday concerning this manifold, he said they've only shipped out 7 so far. I was looking for some feedback too.
Old Jul 15, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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I haven't seen anyone that is using them.
Old Jul 15, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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Most of them have been installed in house. What info were you interested in?
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Old Jul 15, 2007 | 09:18 PM
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mainly what people saw/felt going from a log manifold to the tubular and split downpipe
Old Jul 16, 2007 | 03:12 AM
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I also wanted to get one for mine, but need to finish my engine first. Would also like to know how it would feel compared to avo log that I'm currently running.
Old Jul 16, 2007 | 03:17 AM
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how does the mani look i would like to run a tubular if posible for the new set up
Old Jul 16, 2007 | 12:33 PM
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The manifold has been an interesting experiment. The low end torque is very nice and lead to a boost control issue on the top end. To fix that, we are making it with an external wastegate now. Since the turbo has been rotated downward about 90 degrees, the downpipe is also straighter. The dyno charts and power delivery are much more linear, like a supercharger would be. I will post some shortly.

All in all, it is working well. The only complaint I have, is that it is stainless. So it will not stay the polished color for very long. But very nice to drive.
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 01:49 PM
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just had a nice long conversation with corky about this setup

I am very happy omong other things to know it is available with an external wastegate option.

I will likley be calling you soon Stephanie to talk options and pricing
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Sell me the head flange Steph!! hehe
Old Jul 16, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by TurboTim
Sell me the head flange Steph!! hehe
http://www.etdracing.com/flanges.html
Old Jul 17, 2007 | 08:26 AM
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yeah yeah... I'll actually probably go with ETD again because I decided I don't want a round pipe at the flange. Thanks for the link Rob.
Old Jul 25, 2007 | 12:14 AM
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I saw the pics of the updated manifold, looks good with the external wg
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I'll sell you one of the 2 flanges I bought from flipside if you are looking for a 1.6 ss flange.
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1.8 needed, thanks though.
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Originally Posted by rob
I saw the pics of the updated manifold, looks good with the external wg
Looks good

Old Jul 25, 2007 | 08:05 PM
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Damn, that does look good.

I'll probably have one on my car by the end of the year.
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I have driven both the stage4 and the log style. I like the feel of the stage4 better. But then again I have not driven a stage5 yet.

I hope when Markp's car is done, he will let me drive his car. PLEASE MARK!!!!!
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Crazygo nuts looking
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Originally Posted by RICHARDCRANIUM
I have driven both the stage4 and the log style. I like the feel of the stage4 better. But then again I have not driven a stage5 yet.
What about the tubular manifold feel did you like better?



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