T304 Stainless Manifold

Has anyone used this type of Stainless Steel manifold for stock location with either IHI or T3. http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-85-89-XR4TI...2034648443. Or http://www.ssautochromeinc.com/turbo-man...-manifold/

Any pros or cons in using this? I'm rebuilding my engine and want an alternative for my stock exhaust manifold.

Cheap junk from China. Expect fitment issues, and even if it does fit correctly, expect it to crack and warp within a year.

So you think I should just put back on my original exhaust manifold? I have full mods from Stinger from the 3" downpipe to SS tips. I just haven't done anything for the manifold. Is there a good performance manifold for our T-Birds worth buying?

The stock manifold isnt really that bad unless you are planning on really big power or going to a way larger turbo with a different bolt pattern than a T3 or IHI. You could port the E6 manifold you have, or see if you can find a used Bobs "big log" manifold, which are known to last nearly forever. There are good tube headers out there, but be prepared to pony up around $400 or more for them.

I think I'll try to port it or clean it up.

If you are after looks, you could always clean up the E6, smooth the exterior out a little, and have it ceramic coated.

This may help: http://natomessageboard.com/ubbthreads.p...Post225514