Product Description
BORG WARNER 178788 S400SX TURBINE HOUSING — 87MM • 1.00 A/R • T4 DIVIDED
The genuine BorgWarner 178788 turbine housing is the go-to 1.00 A/R option for S400SX builds that need crisp response without choking top-end power. It features a T4 divided (twin-scroll) inlet to keep pulse energy high and a proven Half Marmon 4.62" outlet for easy downpipe mating. Built from high-quality cast iron for durability under heat and load, this housing pairs perfectly with the 87mm S400 turbine wheel.
Fitment & Notes
- Turbo Series: BorgWarner AirWerks S400 / S400SX
- Turbine Wheel Size: 87mm (S400)
- Inlet: T4 divided (twin-scroll)
- Outlet: Half Marmon 4.62"
- A/R: 1.00
- Material: Cast iron turbine housing
Cross-Reference / Alternatives (BorgWarner on CPP Diesel)
- BORG WARNER 178787 — 87mm • 0.90 A/R • T4
- BORG WARNER 178789 — 87mm • 1.10 A/R • T4
- BORG WARNER 178790 — 87mm • 1.25 A/R • T4
FAQ
Will this housing fit my S400 with an 87mm turbine wheel?
Yes. Part 178788 is sized for the S400 87mm turbine wheel and uses a T4 divided inlet for twin-scroll manifolds.
What outlet does it use?
Half Marmon 4.62" outlet for common S400 downpipe connections.
How does 1.00 A/R compare to .90 or 1.10?
1.00 A/R offers a balance of spool and top-end. Choose .90 A/R for quicker response, 1.10/1.25 for more top-end flow.
Is the inlet truly twin-scroll (divided)?
Yes—T4 divided volute to maintain pulse energy and improve turbine efficiency.
Specifications for BORG WARNER 178788
| Turbo Series | S400 / S400SX (AirWerks) |
| A/R & Inlet | 1.00 A/R • T4 divided (twin-scroll) |
| Outlet | Half Marmon 4.62" |
| UPC | 840232718317 |
| GTIN (EAN) | 0840232718317 |
| Cross Reference | 178787 (0.90 A/R), 178789 (1.10 A/R), 178790 (1.25 A/R) |
| E-Codes | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Shipping Info | Free shipping from CPP Diesel; package dims approx. 9.4" W × 7.0" H × 12.3" D |
| Prop 65 | Not specified; see California guidance: P65Warnings.ca.gov |