Minigate Install Adice Anyone?

[SeattleSy#1255]

Going to be installing the minigate soon and am just wondering if there is any advice anyone has before i do the project. The only thing i can think of is the exact angle to install the thing on the crossover so it doesn't hit anything once i put the CCHE back up in there. Lastly, does the thing tend to melt anything under there--is it worth running a pipe away from things?

TIA

ps...i already read the how to's on the other sites---just looking for other imput if any.

 

[Ian Turgeon]

yes, you need a dump pipe to route the exhaust away it will melt or 'clean' things. You may be able to get a flexible stainless pipe or mock one up.

We installed my pop's on the driver's side, up in the corner and it had plenty of room to keep it clear of the lower cche. Be mindfull that the thing will get hot even when its not dumping exhaust.

A good idea would be to mock up the parts on the truck, then remove the cross over to have it welded.

 

[Typhoon #1133]

i agree, a dump is a must. i took 1 test drive with the mini gate before making a exhaust for it. it melted my IC pump wires.

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

one more question...

anyone have a part# for a gasket. This is my first external install and it seems i need a gasket if i'm not mistaken?

also, how are you guys attaching a dump tube on the externals?

I appologize if these are pathetic questions, but i'm pathetic what can i say!

 

[Typhoon #1133]

http://www.raceprovenmotors.com Go there to get your gasket you need. i used a flange and some stainless steal tubing to make a dump. i bought a extra flange when i bought mine. if you need one you can have it for $20 shipped.

 

[steve-o]

Some pics of my install. Hope they help.

mock it up on the truck before you cut and weld.

I have a Dequick CCHE and the wg clears it fine. I did wrap the wg to help prevent heat transfer to the CCHE. (not shown here)

I use a greddy profec-b for boost control.

 

[ghettosled]

remember to wire tie or tack weld the internal wastegate shut or you will wonder why it doesnt make alot of boost..

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

yup yup on that one Mike... thanks for the reminder though!

And steve-o.........thanks for the pics, looks good those will be helpful!

Where can you find a nice dump pipe like that?
Lastly, is that thing welded on there using a 2nd flange? I think i see what you did...it looks like you have a second flang then welded a piece of pipe to it, then clamped the hose on...is this correct?

 

[steve-o]

And steve-o.........thanks for the pics, looks good those will be helpful!

Where can you find a nice dump pipe like that?
Lastly, is that thing welded on there using a 2nd flange? I think i see what you did...it looks like you have a second flang then welded a piece of pipe to it, then clamped the hose on...is this correct?

Your welcome. The dump pipe is the cheapo flexible exhaust pipe stuff you buy at your local auto parts store. Looks nice in the pic, but it's rusty now. Yep, it's mounted on a second flange with a pipe... just like you said.

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

And steve-o.........thanks for the pics, looks good those will be helpful!

Where can you find a nice dump pipe like that?
Lastly, is that thing welded on there using a 2nd flange? I think i see what you did...it looks like you have a second flang then welded a piece of pipe to it, then clamped the hose on...is this correct?

Your welcome. The dump pipe is the cheapo flexible exhaust pipe stuff you buy at your local auto parts store. Looks nice in the pic, but it's rusty now. Yep, it's mounted on a second flange with a pipe... just like you said.

Well, thanks again for the advice...just what i was looking for!

 

[TYTILIDIE]

This may be a stupid question but does this flex pipe become your exhaust or does this install just break it up?

 

[BigAl...]

if the noise is to loud you could always try this

BigAl...

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

thats pretty cool Big AL...

 

[BigAl...]

Thank you, for those that are wondering that is a porsche wg muffler, I learned that from a buddy of mine, he had done it on a 300zx many years ago.

BigAl...

 

[TYTILIDIE]

pretty nice.

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

If i was to decide to just leave it open, what distance do i need between the WG and something that may get melted? How far does that exhaust flow out of that thing where melting things would be an issue?

 

[93 TY 2185]

If i was to decide to just leave it open, what distance do i need between the WG and something that may get melted? How far does that exhaust flow out of that thing where melting things would be an issue?

I would advise against ever running it open. I made a flex pipe same as show earlier.
The pipe fell off for about a day and I melted my intercooler pump wires. HTH

 

[SeattleSy#1255]

thats what I figured...i'll weld a pipe on.