Batter him? I was only asking a genuine question, jeeez.
Fair enough for trying, you have respect for that as other's have said.
I was simply wondering why you'd make such as choice after having a quality HKS kit which is made to fit correctly. I would imagine the new manifold is going to cause headaches not fitting (studs fouling the manifold etc) and by the time you've modified it and braced it i expect time taken etc would make a quality one a better choice.
Even with all the preparation in the world if a bit comes loose whilst the engine is running i very much doubt you'd know, or react in time before damage is caused.
But kudos for trying, good luck!