Originally Posted by
crazyman1000
hey tr... i have a 83 1st gen 12a that im building. i was wondering if anyone knows the best way the run the front mount and what size would be good? also if anyone knows where i can get pipeing made?
Crazyman. We need more detail. What type of build are you trying to do ?
1. Are you going for street port ?
2. What type of carburetor are you using?
3. What type of turbo are you using ?
4. What's your price range for intercooler set up ??
By the looks of it you want to go real cheap. I think the best thing to do is to buy a kit already designed for your vehicle. Don't go with eBay parts. If you're looking to save money and do the job right I would save up some money and go with a Saber R Spec Intercooler Kit for your FB. It will run you around $660. Size: 660 x 220 x 100mm
You will need a smaller battery. YOu wont have to worry about cutting the front reinforcement bar, You may need to change the radiator fitment angle Though. The ASE Front Mount Intercooler Kit with throttle body adapter is a little over 1grand. It comes with a 600x300 tube. This kit bolts straight in. No hassle.
You're looking for trouble if you want to go with eBay.
Edit: If I were you I would just to a Turbo II swap from an S5. Save you all the hassle. It's a lot more work setting up a blow for a 12at. 13B is so much easier.