Ford 2.3L Turbo T3 Stainless Steel Race Header
XS-POWER Ford 2.3L Turbo Stainless Steel Tubular Race Header
XS-POWER is proud to offer our performance-oriented Ford 2.3L Turbo stainless steel tubular race header / turbo manifold for enthusiasts building the legendary turbocharged Ford 2.3 platform.
Designed for performance applications including the Ford Mustang SVO, Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe and Merkur XR4Ti, this manifold combines a high-flow tubular configuration with equal-length 1.625" primaries, a center-mounted T3 turbo flange, external 35–38mm wastegate flange and heavy-duty 1/2" machined flanges.
Whether you call it a Ford 2.3 turbo header, 2.3L turbo manifold, Mustang SVO turbo manifold, Thunderbird Turbo Coupe header, Merkur XR4Ti manifold or Ford Lima turbo header, this XS-POWER system was developed for builders looking to move beyond the restrictive factory-style manifold configuration.
BUILT FOR THE FORD 2.3 TURBO ENTHUSIAST
The center-mount turbo configuration and equal-length tubular runners are designed for performance-oriented Ford 2.3L turbo builds where exhaust flow, turbo positioning, serviceability and external wastegate control are priorities.
⭐ PERFORMANCE FEATURES
| ✓ Equal-Length Tubular Design 1.625" / 1-5/8" primary runners designed for high-flow turbo applications. |
✓ Center-Mount T3 Turbo Flange Accepts compatible turbochargers using the standard rectangular four-bolt T3 turbine inlet flange. |
| ✓ T304 Stainless Steel Premium stainless construction for demanding turbo exhaust environments. |
✓ External Wastegate Ready Designed for compatible 35–38mm external wastegate configurations. |
| ✓ High-Flow Merge Collector Smooth runner transition into the collector helps promote efficient exhaust flow toward the turbine. |
✓ Heavy-Duty Flanges 0.50" / 1/2" thick machined flanges provide a substantial mounting surface. |
| ✓ TIG-Welded Construction CNC-machined flange components combined with heavy-duty TIG-welded construction. |
✓ Additional Bracing Reinforcement at critical areas including the external wastegate flange. |
⚡ CENTER-MOUNT T3 TURBO CONFIGURATION
The XS-POWER header relocates the turbocharger into a center-mounted configuration. This orientation provides a performance-focused layout and can make turbocharger access considerably easier than tightly packaged factory-style arrangements.
Compatible Turbo Flange: Standard T3-style rectangular 4-bolt turbine inlet flange.
⚙️ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| SPECIFICATION | DETAIL |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tubular Turbo Header / Turbo Exhaust Manifold |
| Engine Platform | Ford 2.3L Turbo |
| Material | T304 Stainless Steel |
| Primary Design | One-Piece Equal-Length Tubular |
| Primary Diameter | 1.625" / 1-5/8" / Approx. 41.3mm |
| Tube Wall Thickness | 0.065" / Approx. 1.65mm |
| Flange Thickness | 0.50" / 1/2" / Approx. 12.7mm |
| Collector | High-Flow Merge Collector |
| Turbo Flange | T3 Style 4-Bolt Rectangular Flange |
| Turbo Position | Center Mount |
| Wastegate | 35–38mm External Wastegate Flange |
| Wastegate Flange Approx. | 3.45" x 1.75" with Approx. 1.30" Center Opening |
| EGR Provision | None |
HEADER DIMENSIONS
| Total Width – Excluding Wastegate Flange | Approx. 8.0" |
| Total Width – Including Wastegate Flange | Approx. 9.75" |
| Total Height | Approx. 8.0" |
FORD 2.3L TURBO APPLICATIONS
Designed for performance and custom turbo installations using the Ford 2.3L turbo engine platform, including applicable:
- Ford Mustang SVO 2.3L Turbo
- Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 2.3L Turbo
- Merkur XR4Ti 2.3L Turbo
- Ford Mustang 2.3L Turbo performance builds
- Ford 2.3 Lima turbo engine conversions and custom builds
- Other compatible Ford 2.3L turbo-powered applications
This is a performance tubular race header using a center-mounted T3 turbo and external wastegate configuration. It is NOT a direct factory replacement for the original exhaust manifold.
Turbocharger position, downpipe, intake plumbing, oil lines, coolant lines, wastegate plumbing and other components may require modification or custom fabrication depending on the vehicle and turbocharger combination.
EXTERNAL WASTEGATE CONFIGURATION
The manifold incorporates a flange for a compatible 35mm–38mm external wastegate.
When routing the external wastegate discharge back into the downpipe, a braided flex section must be incorporated into the wastegate dump/recirculation tube to accommodate movement and thermal expansion.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- (1) XS-POWER Ford 2.3L Turbo Stainless Steel Header / Manifold
- Header flange gasket
- Turbo flange gasket
- Wastegate gasket
- Turbo studs and nuts
- Wastegate bolts and nuts
- Associated hardware as pictured
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Professional installation is highly recommended. Installation instructions are not included.
Because this is a performance center-mount turbo manifold rather than a factory replacement, the installer should verify turbocharger clearance, wastegate placement, downpipe routing, oil-feed and drain routing, intake plumbing and surrounding component clearance before final installation.
FORD 2.3 TURBO PERFORMANCE
The Ford 2.3L turbo platform has powered some of Ford's most memorable turbocharged performance vehicles. This XS-POWER manifold provides builders with a modern stainless steel T3 turbo header solution for Mustang SVO, Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, Merkur XR4Ti and custom Ford 2.3 turbo projects.
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2.3 Turbo powered Mustang, SVO, or Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
2.3L Turbo Stainless Steel Tubular Race Header Version XS-P
Ford 2.3L Turbo Manifold, Turbo Coupe, Stang, Merkur
CUSTOM T3.T4 CENTER MOUNTED TURBO FLANGE
35.38 MM WASTEGATE FLANGE
BRACED FLANGE ON BOTH SIDES
High flow stainless steel center mount header featuring equal length 1 5/8" primaries and 1/2" machined flanges.
New header orientation allows for removal of the turbo in less than 15 minutes.
Will accept all turbos with a T3 style 4 hole rectangular flange.
This is not a direct stock replacement. No provision for EGR.
Accessories are available below. (Must use a braided flex section in external wastegate dump tube that routes wastegate back into downpipe). -
Specs:
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-One Piece Equal Length 1.625" Primaries
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-0.065" Wall Thickness
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-0.50" Flange Thickness
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-High Flow Merge Collector
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-T3 Style Turbo Flange
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-35-38mm External Wastegate Flange (~3.45x1.75" w/1.30" center hole)
- Dimensions:
- -Total Width (Exc. WG Flange): 8.0"
- -Total Width (Inc. WG Flange): 9.75"
- -Total Height: 8.0"
- Includes:
- -Flange Gasket
- -Turbo Gasket
- -Wastegate Gasket
- -Turbo Studs/Nuts, Wastegate Bolts/Nuts
- -Additional Bracing on Wastegate Flange and Heavy Duty Welds on All Braces.