Manifold modifying question (have searched previous topics)
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I am sure I have read that you can fit the T2 turbo to the mg metro manifold and modify the manifold so you do not have to have a bulkhead box, question is what do you have to do to it?

Any pictures would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

http://www.netsnapshot.com./pcw/buildalbum...=2&ACCOUNT=4541

1) Cut off studs.
2) linish manifold face flat
3) Purchase adaptor plate off Jimster
4) Wait 3 months for him to get round to posting it
5) Upon arrival, place on manifold in orientation shown in above pics
6) Mark out holes for the T2 bolt pattern on the manifold
7) Drill and tap the holes M8
8) Purchase Stainless M8 Studding, a pack of M8 stainless nuts and washers from Screwfix.com
9) Wind studding into manifold
10) cut off studding to appropriate length
11) wind some nuts down the studs and hold the plate securely to the manifold
12) Port the plate and manifold to promote decent flow into the small T2 opening. Remove plate and port 'back' the port dividers if needed.
13) Trial fit turbo.
14) If it's off the R5GT, you need to remove two studs and open the holes out to M8 clearance holes (9mm). You also need to make room for a nut on the tighter corner (this'll become obvious).
15) mount actuator, downpipe, water, plumbing, etc....

Edited by turbodave16v on 23rd May, 2006.

I was under the impression that you still need a bulkhead box with this mod??

yeah me too

Previous Engine: 1040cc Morespeed engine, 1275 turbo head T2 Turbo Mirage Manifolds Megajolt
Previous engine: STD metro turbo, megajolt
Drives: 399bananahp (flywheel) Honda Civic Vtec b18c4 T28 Turbo 1968 Mini

Megajolt maps to download: http://www.jamesfawcett.co.uk/cms/index.ph...&gid=3&Itemid=3

Bulkhead box is needed - OR you can re-drill your engine mounts 2" more forwards. LOL

not if you use the mirage manifold

cool guide dave, just stuck that one in me bookmarks for when i do mine in a few weeks :)