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So I am kicking around the idea of making a header for my quest and then fitting up a t3 flanged turbo, not sure of the grade of stainless steel to use and what pit falls I may run into, also what level of skills are needed to do this well. Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome and thanks. Edited by 03CL55AMG
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Good quality 304ss elbows sch 40 and alot of fitting and stainless tig experience. Back purging and full bevels is a must. It takes time and patience to do it right. Buying a merge collector pre cut and tacked is best since its quite hard to get all the angles correct for a perfect fit.
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Thanks Phil...that was a quick response, seem I remember some post about bracing as well...to handle the weight of the turbo and bouncing around.

 

 

If you must brace, you brace the turbo not the manifold. If welded properly with the use of sch 40 there is no need for a brace.

 

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v629/TomRitt/CIMG1815.jpg

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If you must brace, you brace the turbo not the manifold. If welded properly with the use of sch 40 there is no need for a brace.

 

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v629/TomRitt/CIMG1815.jpg

 

X2! manifold needs to be flexible, adding a solid brace to it will cause stress and cracks.

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