14b problems

[Slo2gen]

I am in the process of putting a 14b on a friends GST and I can't seem to get the flanges on the return line to meet up to the turbo. I know that I have to file down some of the flange but this is a early 14b with the bolts closer together on the return. I am going to try taking the return line off again and mounting it on the turbo first and then running it to the pan but if that doesn't work I have thought about taking a machined fitting that I have to the return line and extending the line with 5/8ths heater hose and a couple worm gear clamps. How do you guys think this will work and has anyone else had this problem?

 

[TurboAnything]

you need to elongate the holes so they are closer together. The 14b has holes that are closer then the t-25.

 

[Slo2gen]

I have done that but the flange is not wanting to sit flush with the turbo. I have tried reclocking the turbo and it didn't help. There is also a freeze plug missing on the front coolant side. Where can I get a freeze plug at? I have tried a couple of shops but can't find one. Is it ok to run the coolant lines straight from inlet to outlet untill I can find one?

 

[Slo2gen]

NM guys, I just looped the coolant lines untill I can find a freeze plug for the turbo. I was amazed first start up...NO leaks. Well I just thought I would update, and friend loves new turbo. He was thinking of selling the car but I think the boost bug combined with the DSM got him. He is not selling the car anymore. Thanks guys!