I also made progress on the exhaust. I tacked everything in place but now I’m wondering if I should go with a flex joint instead of the v-band clamp. The turbo mount to the head is very rigid and I’m concerned that the exhaust will expand enough when hot to create issues.
This is one of those things that I’m 97% sure is fine but it might be worth being extra cautious. I’d go with one of these:
https://www.aceraceparts.com/products/2-500-flex-bellow-assembly-304-stainless?variant=32529494532 which can handle pre turbo temps and pressure.
Any opinions?
