Would stainless steel resist some of the cracking that happens on the cast iron manifold? I know that the turbo weight is also an issue. But do any of ya'll think it would work out better?

if so, does anyone on here know any machinist or anything that can do it? I lookin at spending around $900- $1300. I want the exact manifold in stainless steel

 

That's a manifold for an Esmeril kit but it can be done, talk to a fabricator in your area.

 

i dont know of any thats why im asking ya'll

 

turblown.com will custom make you one for $1400.

http://www.turblown.net/store/index.php?productID=59



High Mount Turbo Manifold for all Mazda Rx-8s, including 2009 Models. These units are hand made in house, and can be customized for your particular application. These can be configured for any turbo or waste gate setup. Battery relocation required, OMP deletion recommended. .120" wall 304L standard, 321SS upgrade available. 1/2" engine and turbo flanges Secondary argon back purged welding Egt bungs/plugs available Standard Configuration is T4 turbo flange, and Tial 44mm wastegate.

 

^soooo sexy....

 

Wow, you guys really like to talk about my manifold. pretty sweet isn't it?

 

yes sir!

 

Just get the car running Dave so we can see it in action.

 

it's about time, not that difficult really

 

well good. I'm giving them a call when i wake up in the morning. Im about to order the SOHN adapter while im at it

 

That Manifold is perdy The price is fair too, someone could build a really nice setup using that and probably save a fair bit money over the better "kits"

If I ever find a good deal on a Tig I"ll probably make a jig for my manifold and downpipe

 

That is not a Esmeril Manifold you haven't pictured..

 

You can't use the Sohn adapter with a top mount turbo manifold.
There is barely room for the omp as it is

 

i never said anything about running a topmount setup. I said I wanted an SS GREDDY Manifold. Im calling them to see if they can replicate that in stainless steel.

 

Werd...
Not sure why you would bother with a low mount setup if you were getting a custom made manifold. You would understand more I think once you find out how limited space is down there. Really not fun. Plus you are limited on which turbo to use.

 

my reason is for the omp with the SOHN adapter. unless there is a better way to lubricate with a top mount turbo... fill me in

 

Oh and you are most likely stuck with an internal wastegate which kinda suck...

 

yep. choices choices choices. thats the rx8 for ya. I plan to use the BNR upgraded turbo. Going by what Ive seen it should be adequate for my power goals. I just want a manifold that wont crack, and still be able to use the SOHN adapter, unless someone comes up with a better way to keep my apex seals lubricated

 

Premix...?

That's not my point though.....I don't even use the sohn adapter for my turbo kit. Its not that necessary imo. Omp works good enough plus premix for me. Not sure why this is even being brought up really if you are set on a greddy kit

 

It has not always been the case for us. Lots of changes over the last 2 years

 

thats the reason im set on the greddy kit. the fact that i can use the sohn adapter for "insurance". i would like my fuel pump to last about 40,000 miles so I dont want to go through the tank. I also want my battery under the hood, and not in the trunk like most top mount setups. Basically Im spending more money for less power, but I want it to be reliable and durable.

 

yeh theres alot more options than what it was. but still alot less than other cars. but the progression is moving fast.

 

Man I'm not even gonna touch this post...LOL.

 

yeah i already know what you're thinking. but its just my opinion

 

I doubt it but that's ok.