i work at a GM dealership and the parts guy called the local chrysler guys and they said that they dont even rebuild any of their turbos. they send them off to Daimler Chrysler and get remains.
ive had the turbo apart and looked at all the parts. the shaft is perfectly straight, at least as far as i could tell.
for the custom manifold i can get stainless exhaust tubing for cheap. 10 Ft of 2in tubeing for about $8. the only thing im worried about finding is the intake tubeing and the rebuild kit.
oh yeah quick question. what size intercooler will fit up front. i need to know so that i can get the right one. if no one knows off hand i can go do some measuring and find out.