Custom Turbo - Need advice

[Ph0nK]

So you're going to cut the stock header, and then do some custom welding to get it to meet the turbo?

I'm pretty new to turbos, but my roommates have built turbo setups multiple times, so I'm thinking of doing this myself too (I'd rather learn how it all works than just slap a kit on).

[tekgnosis]

actually, I bought a manifold off of ebay. it doesn't have any flanges on it, and the pipe doesn't even have a hole in it for the flange...but that's what the fun is all about :)

the manifold didn't cost much...I got it off of ebay. the piece is VERY strong. the welds are gorgeous, too.

I have to agree...it's much more fun doing it this way. I've already learned a lot in the past couple of weeks. And, when something goes wrong, I'll know what it is, and how I f*cked it up :) hehehe

good luck with a setup!