KA-T Manifolds ... any interest?

[Nismo_Freak]

Would anyone be interested in a stainless steel log style KA-T manifold for $350?

I'd be able to do T3, T4, etc. flanges on them... internal and external wastegate choice.

I could get ahold of a SOHC KA as well and fab up one for you SOHC guys if theres good interest there as well

- Alan

[tl1000sga]

would these allow you to still use your air conditioning on the S14? If so, I maybe interested.

[Nismo_Freak]

This could be something we can try to keep in consideration. I'll look further into it.

[theronin]

got any prototype pics nismo?

[rco8786]

I'd be very interested... some prototype pics would be nice

[bruinbear714]

It would be nicer if there was a package that came with a manifold, turbo, and downpipe, since the majority of the people don't have access to a welder (or can afford downtime on their daily driver).

[fiznat]

why would we pick this over JGS's log mani? They've got theirs for less than $300 and its from a proven company.... Not to shoot you down, Im just sayin...

[rco8786]

why would we pick this over JGS's log mani? They've got theirs for less than $300 and its from a proven company.... Not to shoot you down, Im just sayin...

jgs still needs welds...

[Nismo_Freak]

Fully welded and ready to go... it's also fitted with an external wastegate pipe and flange (Tial, not some crappy Deltagate)... it's similar to the JGS however offers an option to those that want something ready to go out of the box. We also are producing our exhaust manifolds out of stainless steel, which JGS may or may not do.

So far we have the log portion developed and I'll get some pics of it... we will be designing the head flange very soon and should have something to show you guys by this upcoming weekend. However I might be upgrading the runner thickness to further increase the integrity of it.

[Nismo_Freak]

It would be nicer if there was a package that came with a manifold, turbo, and downpipe, since the majority of the people don't have access to a welder (or can afford downtime on their daily driver).

This is something we have been looking into but we are taking it one step at a time We have a Z31 and a CT26 (Toyota OEM Turbo; about the size of a T04B) turbocharger we plan to use for clearance and test fitting.

The production of a downpipe is next on the list to complement the exhaust manifold.

[Nismo_Freak]

BTW, forgot to mention that the manifolds will be available in internally wastegated form as well.

[rco8786]

BTW, forgot to mention that the manifolds will be available in internally wastegated form as well.

Excellent.

Actually, do you think you could just fab a block off for the external port so that if i wanted to upgrade later i could?

[midnightsliding]

yes im interested!, could u get some pics of a prototype, or somethingthanks

[Nismo_Freak]

Excellent.

Actually, do you think you could just fab a block off for the external port so that if i wanted to upgrade later i could?

Excellent idea... we could quite possibly do such a thing

[fiznat]

sounds interesting man... Ill definetly consider it when I'm shopping for manis. any idea what kind of warranty you'll be offering on them?

[Nismo_Freak]

<<would these allow you to still use your air conditioning on the S14? If so, I maybe interested>>

What does the manifold have to do with AC..??

The A/C line runs in the general vicinity of the turbocharger, which produces alot of heat and can melt the rubber A/c line causing the freon to expel.

Basically from what I've seen... you'll need to create some sort of ample heat shielding for the a/c lines (heat wrap should work fine) but as far as fitment I don't think the system will cause it to fail.

I'll play with the fitting, to make sure I'm not gonna cause it to become an issue, the best I can.

[vuse1]

what is the price for a down pipe?

[andrave]

make me one with twin T25 flanges and then we have a deal.:-)hahahaha(insane laugh)

[Nismo_Freak]

what is the price for a down pipe?

No idea, we have yet to manufacture one

[tl1000sga]

When you get the prices and photos, make it a sticky cause I don't want to miss it.

[fiznat]

warranty?

[OverBoost]

would they be available in top mount?

[Nismo_Freak]

warranty?

I'll give it a good think over and get back to you later tonight.

[rco8786]

would they be available in top mount?

Theyre log style...so it will be more of a side mount. don't worry though, your turbo will be plenty visible

[Nismo_Freak]

would they be available in top mount?

We more than likely will offer them in both configurations... however we haven't tested the top mount setup for clearance yet. I'll get that done today... what size turbos do you guys intend to use?

[Nismo_Freak]

Theyre log style...so it will be more of a side mount. don't worry though, your turbo will be plenty visible

Yes, they will be easily visable, however he might want the top mount for clearance issues. This is where the log type excels because it's relatively short and small comparied to the long tubular designs.

[fiznat]

I'll give it a good think over and get back to you later tonight.

sounds good!

...also, are you going to offer a few different configurations of turbo placement on the log, or is there going to be just one?

[daniel240]

We more than likely will offer them in both configurations... however we haven't tested the top mount setup for clearance yet. I'll get that done today... what size turbos do you guys intend to use?

would a T3/T04e fit with them?

[s13conv]

If (for top mount) it could be angled to keep some heat off of the brake master cylinder that woudl be good.

A downpipe would help too.

[rco8786]

would a T3/T04e fit with them?

That would depend on the flange they use.

I would say that 60-80% of us are using turbos w/ a T3 flange. Then maybe a t04 option, or whatever flange the JDM(Sr/Ca) guys use.