Thanks for the exhaust info. At this point, I will keep things simple by
using the RV 1.8 exhaust manifold that came with the engine/diesel parts I
bought. A person on the samba (Bill) swore by his "toilet bowl" exhaust set
up and said the exhaust never had any cracks. Having built at least 3
different versions of exhaust for my 15º swap, I'll gladly sacrifice a few
HP for exhaust longevity. .......  I hope!

On Sat, Oct 14, 2017 at 7:30 AM, Chris S <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote:

I have the dual flex joint and was going to use it. I decided on Maik's
> collector because it helps with clearance in my Syncro and it is sturdier.
>  It's a compromise.
>
> I won't dyno the setup but will take before and after timed runs (30-50)
> and report the difference.
>
> Chris
>
> Dnia 13.10.2017 o godz. 22:58 Don Hanson <dhanson928@gmail.com>
> napisał(a):
>
> > I have the dual down pipe jetta flex then dual head-pipes extending
> (dyno runs done by TT show 32" is best for mid-range torque) to a merge and
> Magnaflow.Makes very good power...oh, and a mild Auto tech cam.
> >
> >> On Oct 13, 2017 4:25 PM, "Chris S" <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote:
>

> >> Speaking of scope creep. Look into AEG exhaust manifold. With minor
> clearancing it mounts to a 1.8 head. I had a collector made by Maik
> Jankord.  Using 2.5 inch pipe with two flex joints. I will install it this
> fall. It beats the standard toilet bowl collector I currently have.
> >>
> >> Pic of collector: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/836852.jpg
>
>

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