hey do any of you guys have a v-band clamp on your turbo? i'm just wondering if it's worthy buying an adapter along with the turbo and have the downpipe made with a v-band flange instead of the regular 4-bolt. (i'm lookin at getting a garrett gt3071r). i know the v-band eliminates the need for a gasket and is supposed to make it a lot easier to remove/install the downpipe. just wondering what you guys thought of it and if you think it's worth it... k thanks!
oh yea also since the adapter is 1.25" thick is it gonna make clearance with the rad pipe a problem? i'm goin with a star type manifold so the turbo's offset towards the drivers side (as opposed to centered hahn mani).
#89068, "RE: v-band adapter?" In response to Reply # 0
I run one, i think its worth it. it is close to the radiator hose, but i wrapped the DP with heat wrap, and wrapped the upper radiator hose in starter heat wrap and i haven't had a problem.
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#89085, "RE: v-band adapter?" In response to Reply # 3
Originally posted by RxR_Eclipse Sui/Darkone did you have to weld the adapter straight to the turbo?
No. i bought a 5 bolt -> v-band adapter that attaches to the discharge flange with studs.
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#89101, "RE: v-band adapter?" In response to Reply # 11
ATP sells pretty much any adapter you need. You can also find a 2.5" or 3" kit on 034efi.com for 45 bucks, they are weld on adapters. I think thats pretty reasonable.
#89117, "RE: v-band adapter?" In response to Reply # 12
My FP turbo has it welded directly to the turbo. I really like it because of the ease of removal and installation. best time so far 14.3 @ 101.1mph(no traction) www.cnnmotorsports.com
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