xe manifold fit 1.4 engine??

[grasser26]

Hi-Is there much difference physically between a xe manifold/port/bolt pattern and a 1.4 8v exhaust port pattern?? Would it be possible to cut the flange off and weld on a suitable flange for the 1.4 head? I've seen a xe manifold advertised local to me and I was considering buying it as it's a 4-2-1 branched type. Thanks

[napalm_27]

wont happen mate give up already

[loggyboy]

a 20xe or 14/16xe?
20xe defo no
the smallblock, i doubt it but is more possible.

[grasser26]

Hi-This is the ad- "BIGBORE MANIFOLD TO SUIT VAUXHALL2.0XE CONVERSION.TO SUIT 2.0XE CONVERSION "-I was hoping to just cut off the flange and the pipes would be in the right place-Thanks for replying

[napalm_27]

nope big blocks are wider and the xe is the only engine with them shape ports not going to happen mate give up

[Edd]

Another quality thread.

No chance that would ever work.

Quite surprised anyone would need to ask tbh.

[AlexW]

a 20xe or 14/16xe?
20xe defo no
the smallblock, i doubt it but is more possible.

Smallblock 16v ports are the wrong shape. Again no chance.

[grasser26]

Hi-Again,thanks for the replies-I was sure I had read somewhere it was possible but obviously not. Learn something new most days it seems