Thanks Pro :veryhappy, true it may not be for everyone (it is a bit out there), but hopefully it will perform as intended!
Well, like a lot of things on this forum, it is another "first", just like the Chevy rods or 2JZ valve components. I believe the adjustable cam gears were being sold awhile back even though they were not yet ready for production, correct?
When compared to other manifolds I have made of similar construction (only difference being twin plenum instead of one), I believe it should perform quite well. The volume has been increased, the runners have been shortened to a much more boost friendly length, there are no internal restrictions whatsoever, and the throttle body (Q45 for this one) will accomodate the drivers needs (stock on up to accufab 105mm).
Exact gains? Can't say as of now....It would largely depend on the application. A heavily forced induction setup would see more of a result than a mild NA setup. Those seeking all out torque, no top end, I probably would not reccomend this manifold.
The amount of work required to swap to this manifold would be no greater than any other manifold swap. You would run which ever throttle body you chose, and have intercooler piping made to fit for the new location. You would run the throttle cable to the new TB location. Fitting for vacuum lines are drilled and tapped in the rear. Much like the Veilside or Virtual Works intake for the Supra, EGR and other sensors are disregarded. Anyone who NEEDS to have them in place, they can be added.
The behavior of the car would again depend on the application. If tuned correctly, as stated before, I would imagine quite well.
Again, like alot of the parts on this forum that are specialty/custom/prototype pieces (Because GReddy, Veilside...you name it, do not make aftermarket parts for our motors), this is another custom part that we now have available to us. For those looking to push the envelope and see what the _UZ motors are all about, you now have an intake manifold that will help you reach your goals. Yes, its not yet "proven", but it fits (better than a stock manifold fits into swaps) and takes no more knowledge or effort than any other manifold to make work. And, like most other custom/aftermarket parts, you can expect to relocate, modify, adjust, or remove something to make it work. Like Terror said, the 350Z that used a similar manifold laid down some serious power using something that, before then, wasn't "proven". I'm just trying to help out the community with some new parts that otherwise are just an idea. We will be using this manifold, or even another similar manifold, so you can bet it will be utilized to the max, and put through the paces.
I'm not trying to break any rules Dave, so if I'm stepping over the line on anything please let me know.:sorry:
