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Herblenny 12-15-2011 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by mfisher12 (Post 175380)
which mazda dealer was that picture at...i went to mazda training in Atlanta with the old guy behind your car!

Used to be called Trussville Mazda but now its called Serra Mazda.
Danny Files is a great guy!! We got an alignment there.

rdgt99 12-15-2011 10:09 AM

Phil, have you decided on paint color yet?

Herblenny 12-15-2011 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by rdgt99 (Post 175534)
Phil, have you decided on paint color yet?

Rodney, I have an idea but haven't decided on that color for sure... I should in next couple of months.

Herblenny 12-16-2011 11:02 AM

December 16th, 2011 - I've received some sneak peek pictures of the turbo manifold yesterday. Walker Morgan from www.MPFab.com did an excellent job.

Here are few pics from the pics he sent me!

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/k...Bmanifold3.jpg

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/k...Bmanifold2.jpg

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/k...Bmanifold4.jpg

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/k...Bmanifold1.jpg

Its made with Stainless 321, which Walker did his magic on them to look like this... Not sure if many of you seen how 321 comes form suppliers, but they looked horrible.

I'm heading over to the shop on monday to take some high res pictures with my dslr and also bring him the mid pipe and catback for him to test fit to make the DP.

Those of you who haven't heard of MPFab.com, he has worked on several exhaust systems for high end SEMA cars and custom hot rods. He also developed turbo kids for bikes and other sport compact cars.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...enny/MPFAB.jpg
For more information about them, go visit: www.MPFab.com

Raksj04 12-16-2011 11:46 AM

I want to pet the manifold, can I pet it?

20b 3rd gen 12-16-2011 03:54 PM

Walker always amazes me with his welding abilities, i feel like im watching a master fabricator in the making, i remember when he 1st started learning how to build turbos back in the day @ turbo specialties with Bryan, now they both have shops of their own and they both do superb work now

Herblenny 12-19-2011 10:22 PM

December 19th, 2011 - I went by MPFab.com this morning to drop off my titanium catback and a midpipe so, he can start working on the turbo placement and DP. I also had a chance to take a look at Walker's handy work. Man was I impress with his fabrication skills :)

Here are some better pics I've taken.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7.../manifold2.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7.../manifold1.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7.../manifold3.jpg

I have yet to see bottom mount turbo set up on a rotary and I'm excited to see how all is going to turn out!

RCCAZ 1 12-21-2011 10:02 AM

Wow, so the turbo will actually be positioned down low as shown in a couple of previous posts? Should be VERY cool, not to mention the benefits of moving the heat source away from the engine block AND shortening the hotside piping to your IC. I take it that you're planning a front mount? Cant imagine there's enough room in there for a vmount IC.

Can't wait to see more progress. It will be interesting to see how they route the DP.

BTW, manifold is sick bro. Can't recall if I've ever seen welds THAT nice.

Herblenny 12-21-2011 10:16 AM

Its not quite welded yet :) Just tacked.

We are going for a V mount set up. Its going to be interesting but I think it will work.. and also retain the hood latch :)

Mr. Walker Morgan (from www.MPFab.com) is pretty amazing fabricator and have done some cool stuff before.. including exhaust system for my Eunos Cosmo (dolphine tip).

I will keep you guys updated on the build...

speedjunkie 12-21-2011 04:15 PM

Hmmm, I'm needing to get a manifold fabricated now also. And that one looks AMAZING so far.

Herblenny 12-22-2011 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by speedjunkie (Post 176206)
Hmmm, I'm needing to get a manifold fabricated now also. And that one looks AMAZING so far.

I would definitely recommend Walker Morgan from www.MPFab.com but he is kind of far from you. But he does amazing work!! see below :)


December 22nd, 2011 - I went over to MPFab to check out the manifold progress and lend a hand if needed (not that I can do much). We also wanted to test fit the turbo and get some measurements and clearance.. But in order to finish everything up, I need to get the new steering rack.

Anyhow, here are some Walker Morgan's handy work (www.MPFab.com)

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker02.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker01.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker05.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker03.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker15.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker13.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker09.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker21.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker19.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker18.jpg

speedjunkie 12-22-2011 04:47 PM

I'll PM you, Phil.

I keep forgetting you're mounting this turbo upside down, it keeps throwing me off LOL. That manifold is gorgeous.

WE3RX7 12-22-2011 05:03 PM

Scavenger pump in the works for that turbo setup?

TitaniumTT 12-22-2011 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herblenny (Post 176276)
I would definitely recommend Walker Morgan from www.MPFab.com but he is kind of far from you. But he does amazing work!! see below :)


December 22nd, 2011 - I went over to MPFab to check out the manifold progress and lend a hand if needed (not that I can do much). We also wanted to test fit the turbo and get some measurements and clearance.. But in order to finish everything up, I need to get the new steering rack.

Anyhow, here are some Walker Morgan's handy work (www.MPFab.com)


http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e7...1/walker05.jpg

GOOD LORD! Someone knows how to run a TIG...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herblenny (Post 176276)

That's just cool!

Looking great Phil, might have to head a little farther south in April ;)

Herblenny 12-23-2011 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedjunkie (Post 176321)
I'll PM you, Phil.

I keep forgetting you're mounting this turbo upside down, it keeps throwing me off LOL. That manifold is gorgeous.

PM replied! Yeah, Walker from MPfab.com is doing an amazing job! I have now known him for about 3 years and he's a fantastic guy with very professional business ethics. He is one of very few guys who gave me a due date and who finished the work ahead of time.

Quote:

Originally Posted by WE3RX7 (Post 176323)
Scavenger pump in the works for that turbo setup?

Scavenge pump is at MPFab and we are currently deciding on where to place it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TitaniumTT (Post 176326)
GOOD LORD! Someone knows how to run a TIG...

Looking great Phil, might have to head a little farther south in April ;)

Definitely! You know you are always welcome!!


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