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Sept 26, 2021 12:24:58 GMT
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I would imagine to modify it and keep all 4 tracts the same length will involve virtually re-making it, so probably best to sell it and get one made to fit. good point kevins - just need to find someone to make one! |
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Old Fords never die they just go sideways
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Sept 26, 2021 13:07:00 GMT
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That manifold looks pretty nice.
Where does it hit?
If you can get away with leaving the primary tubes as is, and just modify the secondary ones, I'd keep it.
( assuming you have to hire a guy to do it )
Getting a one-off made ( specially in stainless ) will be really expensive ( or it should be if the guy is any good...)
Edit.
Is there any practical way the crossmember can be made to fit the manifold?
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Sept 26, 2021 13:56:46 GMT
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That manifold looks pretty nice. Where does it hit? If you can get away with leaving the primary tubes as is, and just modify the secondary ones, I'd keep it. ( assuming you have to hire a guy to do it ) Getting a one-off made ( specially in stainless ) will be really expensive ( or it should be if the guy is any good...) Edit. Is there any practical way the crossmember can be made to fit the manifold? I was rather hoping I could get it altered to clear the crossmember - I don't particularly want to chop the crossmember about, although it doesn't foul by much - its enough to need fabrication rather than a bit clearancing! Anyone used Longlife Exhausts? |
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Sept 26, 2021 19:02:57 GMT
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Aren't they a franchise?
I used the one in Stockport and was happy with them. Nor cheap though.
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16grit
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Sept 26, 2021 19:40:24 GMT
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105Speed currently has a sort of a webpage again and an Instagram account on the go, would it be worth a shout for sourcing something?
From memory I'm pretty sure I read a post suggesting the original debacle ended with PiperExhaust selling his designs direct (allegedly M'lord), and a quick check (on their almost impossible to navigate website) confirms they do list pre/xflow 'Cortina' manifolds without being any more specific about Mk etc..
If you could get hold of a correct manifold that would leave you free to sell the wrongun - I'm guessing for good money - without resorting to the grinder..
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Sept 26, 2021 22:00:56 GMT
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Piper do this for the pre crossflow. I’d imagine mk 1 and mk2 would be the same  Urchfab did have a discount for Piper a couple of years ago but don’t know if it still works. You could sell yours, get one of these and ask an outfit like Longlife to make a piece to mate it to you existing system. I’ve used Longlife twice- once for the rally car £280 and for the Cortina £350 ( I think) both 2 box systems |
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Sept 27, 2021 7:55:05 GMT
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Thanks chaps - I think I might have a chat with Piper Exhausts, as their website does indeed seem to be completely impenetrable - if the end of the manifold arrives in the same place as the one I have, hopefully the rest of the exhaust system will fit.
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Sept 27, 2021 8:09:59 GMT
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I would imagine to modify it and keep all 4 tracts the same length will involve virtually re-making it, so probably best to sell it and get one made to fit. good point kevins - just need to find someone to make one! I would recommend www.a-tm-engineering.co.uk. Customers come from far and wide for their services, including Europe and one vehicle sent from USA, so something is being done correctly. Currently there is a 1200hp American car, plus a Pendine Sands type race car, for blower and exhaust work. |
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Sept 27, 2021 12:34:50 GMT
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cheers norfolkshire - if I can't get a manifold that fits from Piper Exhausts - they look like a good shout. |
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 Paint is on! Got it sprayed exactly the same colour as the Jag - it was already BL British Racing Green rather than a Ford colour. I've spoken to Piper Exhausts to try and find out whether the manifold has been modified since they made them for 105Speed, so it clears the Cortina engine mounts - the chap I spoke to said, they had never had any returned because they didn't fit, but couldn't say for definite that the design had changed. He did say though that it would fit the rest of the exhaust system I have, and they would do it on a sale or return basis, if it didn't fit. Does anyone know anyone who has fitted a Piper manifold to a Mk1 Cortina? Hopefully should be getting the car back in the not too distant future! Cheers Cortinaman |
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thanks folks. Starting to go back together - hopefully soon be back on the road!   |
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teaboy
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Make tea, not war.
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Oct 10, 2021 17:30:46 GMT
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That is looking rather beautiful. |
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Oct 15, 2021 11:44:04 GMT
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thanks teaboy here it is, ready for collection tomorrow.   |
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Oct 15, 2021 16:48:12 GMT
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That looks cool
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Oct 15, 2021 18:55:36 GMT
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thanks jonsey I'm pleased with how its turned out. |
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jimi
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Oct 15, 2021 19:17:43 GMT
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Very nice  Dunlop alloys, I bought a brand new set for my mini way back in the late 60's |
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Last Edit: Oct 15, 2021 19:19:35 GMT by jimi
Black is not a colour ! .... Its the absence of colour
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Oct 15, 2021 19:23:03 GMT
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Very nice Dunlop alloys, I bought a brand new set for my mini way back in the late 60's cheers jimi they are modern replicas and need a refurb as they are corroding under the lacquer! |
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jimi
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Oct 15, 2021 20:17:05 GMT
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]cheers jimi they are modern replicas and need a refurb as they are corroding under the lacquer! Really ! pretty good replica's they look exactly like the originals 👍 |
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