Can the manifold connection to the block be reversed - Will it

fit such

that the exit pipe points toward to front cover rather than the

flywheel?

My stock 91 can be switched that way and I am curious as whether

this one

can also be switched.

Thanks

Ed Anderson

Ed, yes it can if you grind about .100" of the flange ear to clear the

longitudinal bolt. The lower edge of the flange has had this treatment.

I like this manifold because the turbo mounting flange is moved forward

and a TO-4 carries the compressor forward of that.. pushes the whole
assembly closer to the firewall.

Also the C/L of the  turbo will be closer to the height of the engine

C/L.

Should allow a more compact cowl shape.
...Chrissi

Ed won't that put the turbo lower? If so you will have trouble with the

turbo oil

drain back. I won't even get into the plugs up implications :-)>

Paul Lamar

Yes,  Paul, the turbo oil drain back would be gravitationally challenged in
my set up {:>).  I would have to either use a scavenger pump or an
independent oil and cooling system for it.  I have seen those advertised -
comes with its own pump and cooler - but then that takes up more real estate
under the cowl.

.  Ideally, I would like to put a turbocharger on it like the Areocharger
which has its own internal oil supply.  But, the current models are
apparently unsuitable for the rigors of a turbocharged 13B.

But, in any case, being able to reverse the manifold, after as Chrissi
mentioned grinding off a small part of the outside mounting tab to clear one
of the engine bolts,  offers flexibility and moves the C.G back on a tractor
installation.

Just thinking about future projects.  Looking forward to seeing you and
Robin again at Sun & Fun

Ed Anderson

Thanks Ed we will be there. This year I have volunteered so I will be spending
a lot of time in the engine work shop tent in the afternoons.
Robin wants to head out and fly the 182 back on Wednesday but I might just put her
on a UAL jet and send her home :-)>

Paul Lamar
 
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