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Old 12-01-2005, 08:32 PM
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I bought a t3 turbo for my d16z6 setup and i want to keep the ac system. The problem is that the exhaust side of the turbo is on the driver side. I got to build the 3" downpipe to fit down past the side of the compressor. Does anyone know if you can make it fit or should i have to go with 2.5" like i have now?
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Old 12-01-2005, 08:34 PM
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2.5-3 isint much of a diffrence. i wouldent worry about it on a normal t3
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Old 12-01-2005, 08:37 PM
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Well the turbo is a .63/.60 on a d16z6, wouldn't i have some problems with spool up time. I just wanted to try and minumize that.
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Old 12-02-2005, 08:12 PM
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so, could a 3" pipe fit between the ac compressor and exhaust housing? Anyone done this?
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Old 12-02-2005, 08:15 PM
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I don`t think it will fit with a regular manifold.

Really i wouldn`t worry about it unless the turbo has a 3 inch outlet (which is usally 2.5 inches)
just run a 2.5 on the outlet and flare into 3 inchs once there`s enough room.
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Old 12-02-2005, 08:46 PM
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Well its really going to depend on the manifold. Most manifolds wont allow it, in fact most manifolds period dont even support AC. I'm sure you could make a log manifold and put the turbo flange between runners 3/4 and angle it out. It should clear a 3in downpipe just fine. But if your going for super quick spool, I'd probably go with a better flowing mani than a log. So it's definatly gonna have to be a 1 off custom unit.

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Old 12-02-2005, 09:01 PM
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It really is almost impossible with any style manifold, that size turbo, and stock thickness radiator fan (assuming your using one) to clear a 3" DP and keep A/C. We are working on an A/C compatible version for our log style manifold right now, To accomodate a 3" DP. However, it requires the use of a slim fan. Your definately not going to gain much for spool time with that motor, going from 2.5 - 3.0"
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Old 12-03-2005, 02:17 AM
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whitey bends can maek a very smal radius
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Old 12-03-2005, 03:20 AM
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so y is there an ac compressor still on this car? do the removel of the ac and use a dsm down pipe should very easily fit with a simple o2 housing or similar setup
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