I have a cast stainless turbo manifold I've developed for Suzuki Hayabusa motors and I'd like to post info about it though I don't want
to do so without getting permission and/or sponsoring the site. I emailed Chris nearly a week ago though I haven't heard back.
Any suggestions?
Thank you
Billy Nichols
fabhabit.com
Just wait, Chris is a busy guy. He'll likely get back to when he can
Is it even possible to cast a stainless turbo manifold ?
I'll wait for Chris' reply.
Thanks
Billy
Yes, investment cast. Check out my photos to see how it came out.
Thanks
Billly
Post up the details anyway. As you thought to ask I suspect there wont be an issue with a post dated trader payment when Chris is available.
Ok loggyboy, thanks. Here goes!
If anyone is building a turbo Hayabusa I have a cast turbo manifold I've developed.
T3 turbo exhaust manifold for Suzuki Hayabusa motors
Designed for a bike so the turbo is tucked in tight. It does clear the oil filter
Smooth equal radius bends
True merge collector
Lowest back pressure and best flow possible
Constructed of 347 Stainless Steel
Thick main flange/spigot support
3mm (.118) thick tubes
15mm thick turbo flange
Smooth equal radius bends A smoother shape equals more flow and less back pressure/pressure drop
True merge collector - All tubes are aimed at the turbo inlet
Lowest back pressure and best flow possible pressure and flow go together for less heat and more power
Investment cast Consistent shape and quality with NO welds
Constructed of 347 Stainless Steel Better strength and better high temp corrosion resistance
All junctions feature ample filets More details for the absolute best strength
Thick main flange/spigot support Assures a perfect, consistent fit
3mm (.118) thick tubes Overkill for the strongest available
15mm thick turbo flange extra heavy for the best stability and zero warping
Cylinder 1 & 4 upper/outer mount holes are slightly over sized to 9mm - Allows for expansion and contraction without breaking studs
Lower mounting holes are slotted Allows for easier insertion of mounting bolts
Turbo mount threads (10 x 1.5) are produced with a thread forming tap Formed threads are stronger than cut threads
I have posted a few pictures in the Photo Archive.
They're $1,250 USD
Please contact me with any questions or see my site, fabhabit.com
Thank you
Billy
Fab Habit
Salt Lake City, Utah
As above "ChrisW" is the chap you need to contact. I believe he does LCB as a sideline to his day job so it may take him a few days to come back to you.
Looks like a beautifully made bit of kit
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Originally posted by MikeRJ
Looks like a beautifully made bit of kit
Looks like a lovely piece of kit.
Have you got any videos/Dyno graphs to show the difference between this and other installations? Might help the sales pitch?
That certainly puts the investment back in investment cast. Yikes!
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Originally posted by obr_technology
Looks like a lovely piece of kit.
Have you got any videos/Dyno graphs to show the difference between this and other installations? Might help the sales pitch?
Thanks, I'll send you a U2U.
Hi Billy,
I believe you would stand a better chance of selling these manifolds if you can show the performance gains through some direct comparisons.
We have some well established companies in the U.K. Selling full turbo conversions for Hayabusas. One of which is Holeshot racing, who advertise their
manifold for between 550 and 700 pounds for upto 700hp. Obviously these units have been proven through land speed records so people know they can rely
on their design.
Your design, material and manufacturing process sound like they are far superior to the widely available products so should sell well but with the
current exchange rate your's has become a lot more expensive so providing proof of the performance gains would be something I'd suggest
would be a good step for you.
Anyway, this is only my opinion and not based on anything more than my limited experience so I won't be offended if you ignore!
Good luck with the product, it looks fantastic quality.
Cheers
Olly
quote:
Originally posted by obr_technology
Hi Billy,
I believe you would stand a better chance of selling these manifolds if you can show the performance gains through some direct comparisons.
We have some well established companies in the U.K. Selling full turbo conversions for Hayabusas. One of which is Holeshot racing, who advertise their manifold for between 550 and 700 pounds for upto 700hp. Obviously these units have been proven through land speed records so people know they can rely on their design.
Your design, material and manufacturing process sound like they are far superior to the widely available products so should sell well but with the current exchange rate your's has become a lot more expensive so providing proof of the performance gains would be something I'd suggest would be a good step for you.
Anyway, this is only my opinion and not based on anything more than my limited experience so I won't be offended if you ignore!
Good luck with the product, it looks fantastic quality.
Cheers
Olly
Thanks Billy, good luck with the project.