What should i do?

[Smokey Eddy]

I just finished putting an AAZ head on my 1.6td, you can see my build (sort of) here
http://vwdiesel.net/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=16482&start=120

I really want to get it started but i dont have the downpipe done i want to make or exhaust finished...

If i just let it idle up to temp would it be ok to run the little stock downpipe/exhaust? I don't want to ruin my brand new head or put it through any unnecessary restrictions.

My brain tells me i shouldn't even be asking this, of course it will be fine, but my wallet tells me ask the fellas first.

[zukgod1]

You will be fine with the OE DP for first warm up.  Not a bad idea asking though. Didn't cost ya a dime  

[jtanguay]

I just finished putting an AAZ head on my 1.6td, you can see my build (sort of) here
http://vwdiesel.net/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=16482&start=120

I really want to get it started but i dont have the downpipe done i want to make or exhaust finished...

If i just let it idle up to temp would it be ok to run the little stock downpipe/exhaust? I don't want to ruin my brand new head or put it through any unnecessary restrictions.

My brain tells me i shouldn't even be asking this, of course it will be fine, but my wallet tells me ask the fellas first.

i'm running my mTDI with the 1.6 turbo & 1.6 downpipe.  i can't even peg 1000F pre-turbine yet... because the clutch won't hold it.

i'd say don't push it, and it will be fine.

[RabbitJockey]

who needs a downpipe?

[Smokey Eddy]

i've considered turning the downpipe upside down and having it come through the hood

(i'll run it till i make a better one, cheers jtanguay)