XS Power = ----?
12-28-2005, 03:28 PM
#31
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Re: XS Power = ----?
Im going to go pick up the cable for the camera to computer in a couple hours and i will take some photos.The camera i have here is not the greatest but I will try to get some good shots of the inside plenum area.It is new and unused so it will be good for comparisions.I only have OE manifolds to compare to so this will be good as i was curious how it compares.It is def a complete knock off Skunk/Blow etc.
12-28-2005, 09:41 PM
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Re: XS Power = ----?
im curious to see the intake manifold too. i am considering getting an aftermarket manifold for my z6 build. i am looking to be between 300-350hp to the wheels so it will take everything i can find to make that kind of power out of a z6. i plan on high boost and lots of revs
12-29-2005, 12:00 AM
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Re: XS Power = ----?
Originally Posted by CarAudiophile
I was also thinking just a cheap Log Manifold but everything find is in the 280-350 range. Anyone know of a company that makes cheaper Log Manifolds for a B Series motor.
12-29-2005, 12:42 AM
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Re: XS Power = ----?
Okay here are some photos.The only thing not pictured is the blowoffvalve that came with it.It is one of those super RFL or whatever.The rail is a 5/8 bore and the manifold has a 62-63mm opening I was kinda in a hurry so not exact with the calipers.The brown you see is glue!Looks like the assembly was a little flat rate so it would def require a cleaning before installation.Personally i was going to clean it up with a dremel and sandblaster before installtion.I have a vtec head coming from Murdoc so I dont think I will be able to use this and the ARP studs i ordered as I am currently building a B18 for my CRX.Anybody know if the runners line up from B18A/B to B16?Can i just chop off the flange and weld the flange from a OE B16 I.Manifold I have coming?
12-29-2005, 04:21 AM
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12-29-2005, 04:36 AM
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Re: XS Power = ----?
All there stuff is crap I dont care if a couple are ok why even bother. If you have a gate have a problem what does a new motor cost? Ya do it once do it right. Dont use cheap parts that arent tested. Imagine buildin manifolds and just sellin them without ever tryin to see if the design works. There intake manifolds are yuck. I doubt its skunk knockoff. If its a 62mm intake plenum opening thats stock b18/b16 from 94+ 92+ for b16a. Skunk is 65mm. Overall all I have seen is ---- from these guys. Shiny turds are still turds
12-29-2005, 04:52 AM
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Re: XS Power = ----?
Every part SS auto sells is garbage.No doubt about that.I more interested in finding out if any of there products work or not.When i order a part that is a 1/3 or a 1/4 of the price of the real one I am fully aware im getting junk. If it will make power or get the job done albeit with some cleanup/prep,extra attention paid to keeping a eye on its condition then great.Unfortunetly alot of us can't afford "Ya do it once do it right" so its cheap knock off or nothing.If I could afford to purchase all good top brand parts I would not consider ever buying anything from them.I have spent quite a bit of money on this project as I invested most money into drivetrain/chassis and bottom end parts so I have to get cheap now in order to finsh.I find it amazing though that people are actually shocked when they find out that the $100 turbo manifold they bought is junk as if they expected they were getting a good quality product for 1/4 of the price 
