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S3 Big Turbo (Downpipe Info needed)

Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 3:51 pm
by 242spot
Hey guys just a quick question about downpipes.
I have got a new turbo coming from ATP in the Sates (http://www.atpturbo.com/Merchant2/merch ... Code=VVWTK)

As most of you probably know the miltek exhaust does not include a downpipe. The only option i can find is APR on awesome GTI. But at 1000 Pounds its on the steep side.
Does anyone have some info on 3" downpipes for the standard configuration turbo mount.
Cheers
Will keep you posted on how the turbo goes!!
Scott

RE: S3 Big Turbo (Downpipe Info needed)

Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 5:14 pm
by Ryan_s3
Get H&S to fab you one up.

H&S

Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 11:03 pm
by 242spot
Does this H&S place have a web site?
Have you had this done

RE: H&S

Posted: Mon May 15, 2006 10:17 am
by DuncS3

RE: H&S

Posted: Tue May 16, 2006 9:57 am
by Teemu
What manifold are you going to use?

RE: H&S

Posted: Tue May 16, 2006 5:05 pm
by Ryan_s3
he is planning on using the standard manifold i guess with the eliminator gt28rs from atp.

Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 7:58 am
by 242spot
Yip that right the best things about the eliminator is that with some slight plumbing changes it bolts straight on!!
Bigger injectors and the right map and your laughing

Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 3:36 pm
by BlackS3
Thought a high flow manifold was a must for turbo upgrades??? Jabbasport supply Cosworth with them for their 300bhp 1.8t lumps

Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 6:37 pm
by Ryan_s3
Yep standard manifold is crap,even the k03 turbo car manifolds are better,it will restict the turbo.
Mine has the jabbasport manifold and your right cosworth do buy it from them and have tested it.

Posted: Thu May 18, 2006 2:08 pm
by BlackS3
How much is the manifold? Should I pop one on mine with a standard exhaust or save for a Miltek system and do the lot together?

Ryan what year is your baby?

Posted: Thu May 18, 2006 3:31 pm
by Ryan_s3
Mine is a 1999. You only need this manifold if you are fitting a ihi turbo,standard exhaust is a waste of time with a big turbo,some miltek's are restictive too.
What is your plan?

Posted: Sat May 20, 2006 5:03 pm
by stevett
also try http://www.autops.co.uk/contact.php they use a local firm who fabricate catch tanks,hard pipes,polished exhaust systems and dp's!

Posted: Sun May 21, 2006 3:03 pm
by david7m
242spot wrote:Yip that right the best things about the eliminator is that with some slight plumbing changes it bolts straight on!!
Bigger injectors and the right map and your laughing
What bhp you expecting? Total cost?

Cheers,

Dave

Posted: Sun May 21, 2006 3:38 pm
by 242spot
Ok to those of you who have aftermarket maniforlds the only reason you have them is to MATE the turbo up. The flow of the mainfold is really irrelevant in this application. This Information comes from my friend @ garret who spends his time testing things like this.

Im not going to use the turbo that ATP spec, my friend has custom spect a slightly smaller unit. The ATP one is to big .....TO much lag.
The smaller one wont push 400bhp like the ATP can, but it will give me a useable 310-330bhp for1/4 the price of MTM.
Of course bigger injectors and im thinking of using a MOTEC ECU which wont come cheap but is the best on the market.
Cost dont know yet...... mates rates

Posted: Sun May 21, 2006 5:11 pm
by david7m
Fair enough, was just trying to get some idea, as I'd like some more grunt in my S3.

Not sure if the 2007 R1 on this weeks MCN cover is the way forward though :)

Dave