Hi Guys, A few quick questions. I am converting my BA XT over to turbo soon. I just wanted to get some feedback around the factory turbo manifold. I am getting a motor built at the moment (nothing to over the top) and will hopefully be pushing a maximum of 400rwk. Is the factory manifold ok for this sort of power? (I dont want it to crack, or warp) Also can you get the factory turbo manifolds coated to help reduce heat? Thanks in advance ---------- Post added 13-09-11 at 22:13 ---------- Bump anyone?

Factory turbo manifold will support that power mate.. What turbo are you running? I'm pretty sure you can get it coated not sure who does them but I don't see y they wouldnt be able to do it..

Thanks for the info mate. I am just running the factory turbo

You'll need to modify the factory turbo to run 400rwkw though!!

Yes I am porting the comp cover and doing a few other tweaks

yeh the factory manifold wil hold that easily, but have you thought about using the FG turbo manifold? have talked to a tuner previously about it and it should fit and there will be less cooler piping.

I dont beleive there is much difference between the 2! unless someone knows different.

I believe this thread is about the exhaust manifold. And clarkz would be referring to the inlet manifold.

buy an extreme turbo manifold. leigh does kits for them