2.3T manifold flip questions

[PlumCrazy]

I did a little searching and came up short....I am dropping a SVO 2.3T into my 88 Ranger this spring and have a few questions about fitment.

I planned to use the factory turbo manifold with a set of the flip flanges, but I'm concerned about clearance between the turbo and alternator with the accessory drive that I currently have.

My two questions are:
1) Does anyone have pictures of a flipped manifold with a bolt on 3G alternator setup?

B) Does the factory turbo manifold setup clear a non AC HVAC box as is?

Currently I am using a 94ish? alternator bracket that puts a 3G alternator on the passenger side. I figure I will need to reroute heater hoses and the alternator harness, but Id like to keep this style alternator mount/tensioner if possible.

I'd like to avoid using a tubular header as they typically warp, crack, and/or leak.

 

[PlumCrazy]

I found this photo that makes it look promising.

 

[PlumCrazy]

Just wanted close the loop on this one in the case that someone runs across this in a future search.

The photo above is not actually a flipped manifold after looking closer. It appears to be fabricated header that sits the turbo further back than a flipped manifold.

If you do go the route of a flipped factory TurbocCoupe/SVO/Merkur manifold then the factory wastegate will hit the alternator bracket.

It is possible to make it work with a custom actuator bracket.

This shows you that if you clock the factory actuator bracket enough to clear, then rod will not line up with the wastegate.

With a custom bracket and aftermarket actuator it can be shoehorned in there