supremefaulk
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I am wanting to paint my inlet manifold, possibly black, keeping with the theme:
or might paint it a nicer silver colour!
Either way, the same paint would be going on the rear drums, so would high temp paint be the way forward?
And also, would the inlet have to come off? And how easy is that? Just a case of undoing the couple of bolts I can see on the top? (probably not! lol)
Thanks
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alan-g-w
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Wouldn't have thought you'd need high temp paint, but it wouldn't hurt.
And no, it's not just a case of those two bolts on top. Not familiar with those engines, but I'd imagine the manifold flange would be somewhere under those branches? If so, undo the bolts and take it off that way. You're also going to need to remove the throttle body and everything attatched.
Why don't you try to paint it as it is? If you do a good job it'll look just as good.
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Craig P
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To remove it you have to Undo the Few Bolts on the Top,Take a Few Breather Hoses/Clamps Off & Remove the Brake Servo Pipe & Fuel Line i think.
Not hard though can be Removed in 5mins it just sounds alot.
I have a Chrome Inlet Manifold which would look Cool if your Intrested?
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supremefaulk
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Cool, cheers! When I can be bothered to get out of bed I will go and have a look!!
Sorry Craig, I have seen your manifold, and it does look great! but trying to save money for bigger and better things! lol
Would I have to whip the battery off then to depressure the fuel system as well?
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Craig P
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Originally posted by supremefaulk
Cool, cheers! When I can be bothered to get out of bed I will go and have a look!!
Sorry Craig, I have seen your manifold, and it does look great! but trying to save money for bigger and better things! lol
Would I have to whip the battery off then to depressure the fuel system as well?
What a Lazy Badger
No worries Mate - Cheapo
No Mate you should be Ok,Just unscrew the Pipe slowly to let any Pressure out and just make sure it doesnt squirt into your Face/Eyes
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supremefaulk
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Staying in bed most of the day is what sundays are for!!
Thats cool, thanks for the help, will post pics of when its done! Imagine I will just get a small paintbrush and do it the lazy way now though! haha
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Craig P
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Originally posted by supremefaulk
Staying in bed most of the day is what sundays are for!!
Thats cool, thanks for the help, will post pics of when its done! Imagine I will just get a small paintbrush and do it the lazy way now though! haha
Not when the Weather is this Nice(Well it is where i Live Anyhow)But i cant Talk as im still in my Dressing Gown watching the F1
Yeah Mate,Sounds Good.It really is Easy to take it off.
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alan-g-w
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So how do these bolt onto the inlet chambers?
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john_c20xe
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Originally posted by alan-g-w
So how do these bolt onto the inlet chambers?
anyone else understand that?
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grimsby99
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with a forced air induction would there be much more increase of power than having an ordinary air filter. Like noticable difference
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supremefaulk
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I dont know if alan-g-w missed the point there, I was only asking about painting my standard inlet manifold, not on about an upgraded one!
And grimsby99 - forced air induction is also know as a turbo, so yes, there would be a big difference!!
However, if you were asking about my airbox, I noticed a difference in the way it drives, but not sure if it actually gave me an extra horse or two.....probably not!
An update!!
Took the manifold off:
very easy task actually! haha
And now I have:
Personally think it looks better! Done the drums at the same time too!:
All in all, a good day in the sun, and I only spent £10!!
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Craig P
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Nice One Mate,Looks alot better
Told you it was Easy
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supremefaulk
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Yeah, it was quite easy! Quite chuffed with the results too!
Thanks for the help!
Got me out in the sun for a bit, but back in bed now!
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tomo9992
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did you use a spray can or pot of paint and brush?
looks good, was thinkin of doin my manifold red 
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supremefaulk
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I used a tin of paint (about £6) and a cheapy paintbrush cos I dont have any white spirit to clean it off afterwards! lol
But yeah, I am very happy with the result!! Makes hell of a difference to the bay!
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Craig P
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Yeah, it was quite easy! Quite chuffed with the results too!
Thanks for the help!
Got me out in the sun for a bit, but back in bed now!
No Worries Mate,Glad to Help.
 I would Hate to see you Hungover
[Edited on 05-04-2009 by Craig P]
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supremefaulk
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Haha, if a drinking session is involved, there is just no Sunday at all!!
My landlord is hungover, said he went out, had about 6 pints and hes been hungover all day!!!
Not looking forward to being old! lol
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Craig P
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Haha, if a drinking session is involved, there is just no Sunday at all!!
My landlord is hungover, said he went out, had about 6 pints and hes been hungover all day!!!
Not looking forward to being old! lol
Same Here
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alan-g-w
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Originally posted by john_c20xe
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Originally posted by alan-g-w
So how do these bolt onto the inlet chambers?
anyone else understand that?
Why wouldn't you understand that? I maybe should have said ports if we're wanting to be pedantic then.
And I got a bit confused when someone said 'just remove a few bolts on top' to get the manifold off. But can see from the pics that it's just a normal setup.
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swill_omnibus
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Nice job m8
Should have gone for one of flames inlet manifolds
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supremefaulk
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Sorry alan, seems like everyones got their wires crossed here! There is a guide floating around on the FAQs/Tutorials section on how to fit an uprated manifold, complete with pictures too!!
So I hope that helps answer your question, as I am not gonna be much help! lol
Thanks Steve, it does look a lot better! I have a list of stuff left to get for the car, and one of Flames inlets is near the top of the list! So
Just wanted an excuse to be out in the sun really! lol
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supremefaulk
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http://www.corsasport.co.uk/board/viewthread.php?tid=362354
<- Link to the guide Alan! Hope it helps!
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Craig P
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quote:
Originally posted by supremefaulk
Sorry alan, seems like everyones got their wires crossed here! There is a guide floating around on the FAQs/Tutorials section on how to fit an uprated manifold, complete with pictures too!!
So I hope that helps answer your question, as I am not gonna be much help! lol
Thanks Steve, it does look a lot better! I have a list of stuff left to get for the car, and one of Flames inlets is near the top of the list! So
Just wanted an excuse to be out in the sun really! lol
Wow,Its way Past your Bed Time Sir
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