Should I use this tubular manifold?

[Thecarfixerguy]

This exhaust manifold came with my project. I’ve heard some negative talk about tubular manifolds on here so I wanted some opinions.

I’m not a turbologist, but it looks to me like a T4 flange? Will this open up my options as to turbo choices? It also has an external wastegate port.

Stamp says “properformance” brand. Their website is abandoned and sets off virus warnings.

Thanks for advice.

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[JusMX141]

Looks like a China-built T3. I'd avoid it if longevity and proper sealing is important to you.

 

[chrysler kid]

Tubular manifolds have a tendency to warp at the flange, or crack at the weld.

I wouldnt run one, its externally gated which most likely means deleting the ac condensor fan for clearance on the dump

So I say trash can, but if youre going for a full ebay race car build it may be worth it for you?

(Not trying to be harsh, if youre going to run an ebay turbo setup with deleted fan then it may be worth it to you?)

 

[Thecarfixerguy]

It sounds like my suspicions are confirmed about the quality of the product. I’ll stick with my manifold and DSM turbos.