Magnesium Intake Manifold?

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02-09-2019, 09:49 AM

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Really can't see the point on anything but a Cup car. And even then only for originality.

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02-09-2019, 01:01 PM

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^^ a lot of trouble and expense for...2-3 lbs? and a conversation piece.

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02-09-2019, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by blade7

Really can't see the point on anything but a Cup car. And even then only for originality.

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^^ a lot of trouble and expense for...2-3 lbs? and a conversation piece.

Iirc there are other advantages to Mg, doesn’t it have a much lower thermal conductivity compared to aluminum. Also, are you sure it’s the same casting inside or did they do some trickery to improve the flow.

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02-09-2019, 01:16 PM

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Porsche used MAG in the intakes and oilsump on the Cup cars not only for weight savings but also for better heat dissipation.

Cool Porsche motorsport parts💪

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02-09-2019, 06:57 PM

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Or get most of the benefit by spending $55 on a thermal intake gasket.

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02-09-2019, 07:00 PM

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Id love to have one, can't afford a cup car but I could prob swing the manifold

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02-09-2019, 07:24 PM

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I also have one available if anyone is still interested.

Haven’t heard back from JackGtekAuto but if anyone else has a Mg intake I’m definitely interested. I have cup mirrors, Cup Mg wheels and the cup AC delete hvac panel. I’ve always been a fan of the Cup Motorsport parts so always open to adding more.

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