Recent content by Gd78

Thanks I have a set of digital calipers so I was going to use them to measure the port sizes.

Thanks for input. Presumably I should compare the gasket fit on both parts to ensure matching.

Ine other quick question if you dont mind. I am sure I read it somewhere on here are RS manifolds not really worth porting?

Thanks for that. When I looked down the manifold I couldn't see any joint between the head and the manifold so assumed it was part of the manifold. I'll take it off tomorrow and have a proper look. Thanks

Hey everyone I started to remove the inlet manifolds to port match them this weekend. Firstly my 172 ph2 is already fitted with an RS stamped lower inlet, which is good. I have taken the top one off to have a look at the mating surfaces and markings on the gaskets and whilst having a look I...

I've only been on here a little while, and had my 172 for about 8 months, but I have noticed that on here very mixed opinions. I have recently bought that induction mod, but yet to fit it. I bought a 4-2-1 manigold and sport cat from a 182 as well. I am hoping to port the inlets get a decent...

I like the recently modern high gloss black look. Another completely different question. Have you tried or have any thoughts on port matching inlets. I am hoping to do mine this weekend.

@Kchristmas I don't know if they were discoloured but the plastic on mine were all one colour and we're definitely not in the condition to be put back in the car without being painted or dipped. @MRBILLYUK I am painting them black gloss. Although I am now going to have to paint the door latch...

Just a bit of an update incase you are interested. The detail completely stripped the rubber coating off. They've been sanded down and I've primed them both, and top coated one (ran out of primer after the first one). Should have them both done by tomorrow. Thanks again for the tip.

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Thanks for the tip. I soaked the first one overnight last night and I just checked it earlier and the rubber coating has completely fell off. Perfect. The second one is soaking now.

How long did you soak them for?

Thanks. I will give it a go. How did yours turn out? Any pics?

Are they paintable afterwards? What other prep will I need after that? Thanks

Thanks. Will give it a go. I was thinking some kind of solvent, but like you said wasn't sure how it would affect the plastic. Thanks