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jacobzking · 01-19-2012, 10:32 PM

Just trying to figure out what GOOD ka-t options are out there. I have a good t3 turbo already, and was planning on going with the isis intercooler kit. Just trying to find a good manifold (preferably cast) that will top mount a t3 and clear the brake master. also, what about a down pipe?

coupe92 · 01-20-2012, 06:27 AM

JGS is a good cast mani that won't crack. Also they have a turbo elbow for top mount, that pairs up with an sr downpipe. Get that.

nickkaplz · 01-20-2012, 08:43 AM

isis makes great turbo products, i got all my stuff from here NeedMoreMotorsports — Welcome

Corvander · 01-20-2012, 09:44 AM

don't get an ebay cast mani. i have one an had to get a s14 booster because there thinner and had to bash my fender wells to make it fit

Highway Riding · 01-20-2012, 01:30 PM

Isis IMHO would be the best for it's price.... (Enjuku)

jacobzking · 01-20-2012, 03:34 PM

Thanks for the responses! Having a hard time deciding between KA-T and SR. I've swapped dozens of SRs before, and there's a place locally that sells complete swaps for around $1800.

Cost will be pretty similar between the 2.

My goal is a reliable 350rwhp track car. I think the SR would hold the 350hp on a track better than the KA. But when the KA breaks, parts are so cheap (whole motor for $200).

Any thoughts?

Also, KA-T parts seem sort of scarce. Not a big variety of "bolt on" turbo parts.

BoostWanted · 01-24-2012, 12:02 AM

Having the KA will definitely be cheaper to maintain than the SR. SR would be easier to get to 350rwhp with a black top.. otherwise maybe the KA. Plus the KA has more low end torque.

01-19-2012, 10:32 PM	#1
jacobzking Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Frisco, TX Age: 40 Posts: 288 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Best bolt up ka24de turbo options? Any good manifolds? Downpipes? Just trying to figure out what GOOD ka-t options are out there. I have a good t3 turbo already, and was planning on going with the isis intercooler kit. Just trying to find a good manifold (preferably cast) that will top mount a t3 and clear the brake master. also, what about a down pipe?

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01-20-2012, 06:27 AM	#2
coupe92 Leaky Injector Join Date: May 2011 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 120 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	JGS is a good cast mani that won't crack. Also they have a turbo elbow for top mount, that pairs up with an sr downpipe. Get that.

01-20-2012, 08:43 AM	#3
nickkaplz Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Alabama Age: 28 Posts: 101 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	isis makes great turbo products, i got all my stuff from here NeedMoreMotorsports — Welcome

01-20-2012, 09:44 AM	#4
Corvander Leaky Injector Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: pa Posts: 73 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	don't get an ebay cast mani. i have one an had to get a s14 booster because there thinner and had to bash my fender wells to make it fit

01-20-2012, 01:30 PM	#5
Highway Riding Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Out on the Highway! Posts: 602 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Isis IMHO would be the best for it's price.... (Enjuku)

01-20-2012, 03:34 PM	#6
jacobzking Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Frisco, TX Age: 40 Posts: 288 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Thanks for the responses! Having a hard time deciding between KA-T and SR. I've swapped dozens of SRs before, and there's a place locally that sells complete swaps for around $1800. Cost will be pretty similar between the 2. My goal is a reliable 350rwhp track car. I think the SR would hold the 350hp on a track better than the KA. But when the KA breaks, parts are so cheap (whole motor for $200). Any thoughts? Also, KA-T parts seem sort of scarce. Not a big variety of "bolt on" turbo parts.

01-24-2012, 12:02 AM	#7
BoostWanted Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vallejo, CA Posts: 352 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Having the KA will definitely be cheaper to maintain than the SR. SR would be easier to get to 350rwhp with a black top.. otherwise maybe the KA. Plus the KA has more low end torque.