TeamCapri
Tech, Repairs, Upgrades => Non-Capri Usable Car Parts => Topic started by: redxr2 on August 14, 2008, 11:56:00 AM
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just curious as to if a miata 1.6 turbo manifold would work on a capri? also what turbos will bolt up to the stock flange?
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The manifold head flange is the same as a Miata 1.6. The miata, being RWD, has a totally different mounting of the turbo - it usually sits on top of the manifold placing it pretty much where the hood goes.
The stock flange is a IHI RHB5 flange - the only other turbo readily available that will bolt up is an IHI VJ11. You might want to look into a VJ14/Vj11 hybrid. There are a bunch of different hybrids out there too. There is a comprehensive list on the 323performance forum.
If you want a big turbo look into getting a custom manifold made, or modify a Miata manifold so the turbo mounts correctly.
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thank you rocketman! the way the turbo sits ONTOP is not a big deal. no time to explain will post pix when were all done with it.
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So if i order a header for the 1.6 miata it will bolt right up to my capri no modifications needed?
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It would bolt to the block just fine, but your exhaust will not line up. The Capri motor is mounted transversely, whereas, the Miata motor is not...
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The downpipe would pop out where the driverside wheel is