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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 03:02 AM
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Default 1/4 or mid mounted turbo?

Everyone seems to think of two options. The normal right after a tubro manifold turbo setup, or a rear mount (near muffler) setup.

What about a mid mount? Less stuff to worry about other than water of course, but it could be done.

Not that I would do it, but it could be an option!
Old Jun 29, 2009 | 03:44 AM
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Not a lot of room under there - more at the back or right off the header. Of course you can always cut into the firewall a little and make a little bump in the floor under the dash.
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thats what i thought. thanks!
Old Jul 1, 2009 | 05:41 PM
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that is how ZPI's old kit was, mounted under the car. about where the cat was
Old Jul 1, 2009 | 10:00 PM
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lol probably why ZPI only made one kit...

When are you going to be done with your home-made awesomeness?!
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oh its done, i just have to wait to get the pink slip to reregister the car in cali and get it smogged b4 i can put the kit back on, its driving my insane lol.
Old Jul 4, 2009 | 01:54 AM
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that sucks bro GOOD LUCK with that haha
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thanks man, ill update my thread when its on.
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