Notices
Evo Engine / Turbo / Drivetrain Everything from engine management to the best clutch and flywheel.

FP Cast Race Manifold for the 4G63

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 27, 2013, 01:30 PM
  #391  
EvoM Guru
iTrader: (1)
 
211Ratsbud's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Watertown, NY
Posts: 4,280
Received 41 Likes on 40 Posts
I don't think anyone knows how thick it actually is.
Old Dec 27, 2013, 02:58 PM
  #392  
EvoM Community Team
iTrader: (134)
 
golgo13's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: @ a track near you
Posts: 3,619
Received 28 Likes on 18 Posts
Anyone have an X-ray machine?

Old Dec 27, 2013, 03:01 PM
  #393  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (1)
 
AutoXMRIX's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Near a Beach one of these days
Posts: 154
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by golgo13
Anyone have an X-ray machine?


Micrometer the runners at the port but that doesn't mean it's the same where I'm planning on shaving off.
Old Dec 27, 2013, 03:05 PM
  #394  
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (91)
 
ETS Michael's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Vancouver, WA
Posts: 8,685
Received 54 Likes on 43 Posts
We have a probe that measures the depth of a surface. We use it on our CNC heads.

Michael
Old Dec 27, 2013, 04:38 PM
  #395  
Evolved Member
iTrader: (8)
 
03whitegsr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Utah
Posts: 4,001
Received 15 Likes on 13 Posts
I guess getting a 6-point automotive grade nut is above the skill level of the average evo guy these days?

I get it would be annoying, but some of you guys act like it's the end of the world.
Old Dec 27, 2013, 04:58 PM
  #396  
Evolving Member
 
Evoloved's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Atlanta,Ga
Posts: 117
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
When I said this Manifold should be fixed by FP for free prior to shipping I got called all kinds of a product Hater and such.... I'm guessing the next batch will be better than these Betas. Somebody had to pay for the next casting molds. Sorry fellas, that was kind of a low blow huh?
Old Dec 27, 2013, 05:14 PM
  #397  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (5)
 
Ralliart004's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Tampa FL via Kingson JA
Posts: 251
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
No not a low blow at all... that's part of the Q&A T&E process and it comes with the territory. There are some items that will always require some gentle massage to fit when it comes to the aftermarket so this is really not that big of a deal. It would have been nice to get better communication on the issues but hey I guess when you have a solid reputation you can afford for people to come to you instead of reaching out to them.
Old Dec 28, 2013, 04:38 AM
  #398  
Newbie
iTrader: (3)
 
DaRw1n's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Ohio
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by Ralliart004
No not a low blow at all... that's part of the Q&A T&E process and it comes with the territory. There are some items that will always require some gentle massage to fit when it comes to the aftermarket so this is really not that big of a deal. It would have been nice to get better communication on the issues but hey I guess when you have a solid reputation you can afford for people to come to you instead of reaching out to them.
If I wanted something I had to message or modify to fit I would have purchased a manifold off eBay. When I buy something from a reputable shop I expect it to get what I paid for. Not a jab at you btw.
Old Dec 28, 2013, 07:36 AM
  #399  
Evolved Member
iTrader: (38)
 
mx4life85's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posts: 865
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Originally Posted by DaRw1n
If I wanted something I had to message or modify to fit I would have purchased a manifold off eBay. When I buy something from a reputable shop I expect it to get what I paid for. Not a jab at you btw.
Couldn't have said it better. I mean come on - a bolt kit is one thing. Grinding off part of a new manifold is another. Especially when you have customers which like to keep their new parts as clean (and new looking) as possible.

And if that's the case (grinding part of manifold) at least let their customers know ahead of time? It looks like they had to do it on their original prototype so it's not like they're clueless to the issue.
Old Dec 28, 2013, 09:16 AM
  #400  
Evolved Member
iTrader: (27)
 
evo8426's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Posts: 4,248
Received 8 Likes on 8 Posts
I don't have the tools to grind away on the manifold. I picked up my own hardware for ~$10 though.
Old Dec 28, 2013, 09:19 AM
  #401  
Newbie
iTrader: (18)
 
92 GSR-4's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Auburn, AL
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I know I keep being the bearer of bad news, but....


Throw a factory heat shield and see how well the bolt holes line up.


You've been warned.
Old Dec 28, 2013, 09:43 AM
  #402  
Evolved Member
iTrader: (38)
 
mx4life85's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posts: 865
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Originally Posted by 92 GSR-4
I know I keep being the bearer of bad news, but....


Throw a factory heat shield and see how well the bolt holes line up.


You've been warned.
Pictures would be helpful if possible
Old Dec 28, 2013, 10:32 AM
  #403  
Newbie
iTrader: (3)
 
SS1000RR's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: syracuse ny
Posts: 92
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
seems like its one thing after another and im still waiting on mine and they said its shipped on the 18th
Old Dec 28, 2013, 10:33 AM
  #404  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (57)
 
_des_'s Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Mobile AL
Posts: 394
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Originally Posted by 92 GSR-4
I know I keep being the bearer of bad news, but....


Throw a factory heat shield and see how well the bolt holes line up.


You've been warned.
..... spectacular
Old Dec 28, 2013, 10:57 AM
  #405  
Evolving Member
iTrader: (4)
 
Evotech8's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: SJ, CA.
Posts: 397
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by 92 GSR-4
I know I keep being the bearer of bad news, but....


Throw a factory heat shield and see how well the bolt holes line up.


You've been warned.
I just checked mine. Seems to fit okay.

Maybe u got a manifold built on a Monday.



.


Quick Reply: FP Cast Race Manifold for the 4G63



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 12:31 AM.