Raised Letter Exhaust Manifolds

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  New-to-the-world member here.  Although I've been reading the forums for a while this is my first shot at posting.  I have learned quite a bit from all the members here and there certainly is a lot of good information in the archives.  My apologies in advance if I've selected the wrong forum to begin.
  Folks, you sure do have some very nice watercraft !  I recently purchased a 1989 Ski Nautique and we're having a blast with it.  That said, I'm one of those fussy old guys that likes a clean engine compartment and a good looking, well-maintained boat overall.  I've got a bit of work to do.  I noticed that many of the Nautiques pictured in the archives have raised letter exhaust manifolds.  I've included a picture of what I'm seeking below from another post on these forums.  I've tried my darned best to purchase said product new but have been denied at every turn.  My question, of course, is...are they truly available for purchase or am I trying to buy a unicorn?  I am not opposed to refurbishing a set of a good used manifolds but I have been unable to find those either.  I am aware of the R028001 Osco, Barr, and other offerings.  Unfortunately, my OCD prevents me from taking that leap.

  Any help would be most appreciated.

  Thank you for your time
     Lance Mossman
     Davison, MI.

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lmossman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: July-25-2017 Location: Davison, MI Status: Offline Points: 2	Post Options Post Reply Quote lmossman Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Raised Letter Exhaust Manifolds Posted: July-25-2017 at 3:05pm
	New-to-the-world member here. Although I've been reading the forums for a while this is my first shot at posting. I have learned quite a bit from all the members here and there certainly is a lot of good information in the archives. My apologies in advance if I've selected the wrong forum to begin. Folks, you sure do have some very nice watercraft ! I recently purchased a 1989 Ski Nautique and we're having a blast with it. That said, I'm one of those fussy old guys that likes a clean engine compartment and a good looking, well-maintained boat overall. I've got a bit of work to do. I noticed that many of the Nautiques pictured in the archives have raised letter exhaust manifolds. I've included a picture of what I'm seeking below from another post on these forums. I've tried my darned best to purchase said product new but have been denied at every turn. My question, of course, is...are they truly available for purchase or am I trying to buy a unicorn? I am not opposed to refurbishing a set of a good used manifolds but I have been unable to find those either. I am aware of the R028001 Osco, Barr, and other offerings. Unfortunately, my OCD prevents me from taking that leap. Any help would be most appreciated. Thank you for your time Lance Mossman Davison, MI.

SNobsessed Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: October-21-2007 Location: IA Status: Offline Points: 7102	Post Options Post Reply Quote SNobsessed Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: July-25-2017 at 9:17pm
	Maybe just paint the letters on a aftermarket manifold & call it good? There should be no difference in performance. Is there a reason you think it is near failure? Rust streaks are usually just the riser gasket. BTW, paint that orange filter right away too!
	“Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin

8122pbrainard Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: September-14-2006 Location: Three Lakes Wi. Status: Offline Points: 41040	Post Options Post Reply Quote 8122pbrainard Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: July-25-2017 at 9:24pm
	Lance, I can't add anything regarding the manifolds but, I'm sure glad that engine picture with the orange filter isn't yours!!
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TRBenj Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-29-2005 Location: NWCT Status: Offline Points: 21108	Post Options Post Reply Quote TRBenj Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: July-25-2017 at 10:28pm
	NLA (new). Used is your best option if you must have them. New pcm have a large flat area to affix a decal with the logo.

flyweed Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: July-11-2016 Location: WI Status: Offline Points: 539	Post Options Post Reply Quote flyweed Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: July-27-2017 at 1:00am
	LOL..I was just gonna say..WHO THE HELL....O is using those Fram filters???
	'93 Ski Nautique NWZ, Air Boom Tower Drink Tonight..for tomorrow We Ride!

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