No, I don't support that parts dealer anymore.

 

The topside of the manifold?

 

I think he got this one:
http://www.waymotorworks.com/turbo-e...5-r56-r57.html

 

The ports where the exhaust exits the manifold and enters the turbo.

 

... from memory, I think you got the exhaust manifold from Way didn't you?

 

This exhaust manifold is the OEM fJCW part and everyone can find it in a local dealer...!!!
Noticeable gains??? what do you mean? How did you find that it gives noticeable gains? What tests did you do?

 

Hey this isn't a pissing contest thread of it works or not.

 

As I have tried all the available exhaust manifolds from 2007 till today both S and fJCW, I think I have the right to ask a simple question here...

If you think I don't, then again it's OK with me...

 

Mesure the ports

 

Why do you think its a JCW part? Because it gives gains.

I know because a buddy of mine has an '09 JCW and had the older fat version. We put this part in and the butt dyno could definitely tell a difference.

 

Hmm...ok then.

 

I am not worried about asking a question. I just don't want you guys arguing about stuff that isn't really that big of a deal.

 

They looked exactly the same size. The runners are smoother and a little bit longer though.

 

 

Almost pulled the trigger on one of those manifolds.....just can't warrant completely tearing down the front end just for that part unless it makes a huge difference...which I have no idea if it does or not.

At least in this case it works out for you since the turbo HAD to be removed.

Thanks for all the photos

 

Double post

 

It really is an easy install it is just time consuming. Stop being a pansy go for it.

 

There are no updates today, I am going to be working on my buddy's Mark iii Supra.

 

Agreed. I did it with having absolutely ZERO experience working on cars. I have done it twice now. Just take your time, label all of your parts in plastic baggies, and take pictures if you need to. A Bentley manual helps as well. And it DEFINITELY makes a difference.

 

Porthos, an easier way to have gotten the new mani back in would be to attach the turbo prior to putting it in so that you can easily get the torque right. This is why service mode is so useful. My turbo/mani went in all as one piece. All of the studs are still accessible so there really isnt much of a reason NOT to do it this way. Also, make sure you remember to use thread locker on the mani/turbo bolts. I forgot and had 3 of the bolts back themselves off causing a massive exhaust leak. It wasnt pretty

 

There in lies a problem, I don't have a turbo right now. Also I have crows feet so getting the turbo back on won't be a problem. Noted on the thread lock.

 

Well halfway done with the HFS4 install. The turbo will come in next Thursday for a Friday install and hopefully a Saturday tune. Wiring is a little crazy so I had my wiring guru friend come over and do it up for me. All in all it was a short day same with tomorrow.




Here is a picture of my Braille battery if anyone is interested in what it looks like installed.

 

How did your intake valves look when you had the manifold off?

The meth will keep them nice and clean if they where already, but it wont remove a whole bunch of built up carbon.

 

Wha?

 

I didn't take the intake manifold off. I took the exhaust manifold off and replaced it.

I had the valves cleaned about 1000 miles ago.