Killing time waiting for FedEx to show up with a few parts so I could build the 3" DP and start the 3" exhaust build got bored, dug into my old parts bin and found enough stuff to cut and weld a mandrel bend pipe to replace the multiple section factory pieces.
It looks much better in person, just reflections making it look a bit off. Line around pipe just in front of the axle is a superb TIG weld I did not want to go over. Ends are rolled to prevent hoses slipping off under boost.
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I plan to upgrade the turbo so would want this part later on so just made it now, I need a 1.5 to 2.0" silicone reducer to hook it up.
I have built complete turbo systems, manifold to exhaust tip, IC piping, etc so this was just for fun. It was more work that expected as it was in 5 sections and I match parts up really well then after welding each section smooth it out and prep for paint on the outside and deburr the inside so it flows really well for being multiple pieces.
I already had done the doughnut delete so I might sell that mod if anybody is interested, just removed donut and used a good hose, looks great, easy to install, now at least.
In my quest to save every oz I can, the dough delete did not save much, around 4 oz it seems, this added 2 oz back so just 2 oz lighter than stock but looks a hell of a lot better and flows better of course but not much to gain until I install a bigger turbo.
Rick
It looks much better in person, just reflections making it look a bit off. Line around pipe just in front of the axle is a superb TIG weld I did not want to go over. Ends are rolled to prevent hoses slipping off under boost.
I plan to upgrade the turbo so would want this part later on so just made it now, I need a 1.5 to 2.0" silicone reducer to hook it up.
I have built complete turbo systems, manifold to exhaust tip, IC piping, etc so this was just for fun. It was more work that expected as it was in 5 sections and I match parts up really well then after welding each section smooth it out and prep for paint on the outside and deburr the inside so it flows really well for being multiple pieces.
I already had done the doughnut delete so I might sell that mod if anybody is interested, just removed donut and used a good hose, looks great, easy to install, now at least.
In my quest to save every oz I can, the dough delete did not save much, around 4 oz it seems, this added 2 oz back so just 2 oz lighter than stock but looks a hell of a lot better and flows better of course but not much to gain until I install a bigger turbo.
Rick
