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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:10 PM
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intercooler

I want a new intercooler instead of the stock.

The stock core size is 19" x 11.5" x 2.75"
Overall dimensions are:
24.5"x11.5"x2.75"



The one intercooler I found on ebay is:
Bar and plate core is 12.4" tall X 20" wide X 28 and 3.75 " thick
With over 1200 cfm flow at 1 psi pressure loss

What do you guys look for, in an intercooler?

Any ideas?
Easiness of installation?
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:13 PM
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Performance Gains.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:47 PM
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A intercooler isn't really that great off a performance gain. The stock intercooler is good for up to 400WHP.
You don't need a new intercooler unless you already have TBE, tune, cams, etc.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:57 PM
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Buschur Race FMIC.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:59 PM
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piping

how about intercooler piping and box installed on it?

with a bigger intercooler on the stock. this is a start for the mods
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by ersuley
how about intercooler piping and box installed on it?

with a bigger intercooler on the stock. this is a start for the mods
Do the mods FIRST. Don't get a new Intercooler until you have TBE, Tune, Cams, feul pump, etc.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ersuley
how about intercooler piping and box installed on it?

with a bigger intercooler on the stock. this is a start for the mods
No, this is not a start for mods. You haven't done any homework and are about to make a big mistake. There is no reason to upgrade your FMIC until you have either a larger turbo or every mod possible on the stock turbo. You also don't need IC piping. The UICP does not help, but the LICP is a good mod. Only get that mod, but get it after you've done all the basics.

Also, when you do eventually get an FMIC, don't buy it off Ebay. Get a proven one with proven performance gains: Buschur Race FMIC, Nisei, or AMS.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 04:46 PM
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I don'y have any numbers to share so please forgive me, but you guys should check out the RnR Race FMIC.

It uses a Garrett 24x12x4 Bar and Plate core rated to support 1000 HP and I'm amazed by how cold the outlet pipe is after spirited driving. The price was lower than any offering from BR, AMS or Nisei.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 05:08 PM
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you probably just want it for looks so go with the one that looks the best
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by chrisalishuss
you probably just want it for looks so go with the one that looks the best
Chris, you're probably right.

Hey, looks like you're getting the Warrtalon package, eh?
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Evo_Kid
A intercooler isn't really that great off a performance gain. The stock intercooler is good for up to 400WHP.
You don't need a new intercooler unless you already have TBE, tune, cams, etc.

Do you know this first hand or are you just repeating hearsay? David Buschur has seen gains in excess of 14whp by adding his race/deluxe IC on a car with BPU. Depending on what mods he already has an IC could be a worthwhile mod.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by lbcevo
I don'y have any numbers to share so please forgive me, but you guys should check out the RnR Race FMIC.

It uses a Garrett 24x12x4 Bar and Plate core rated to support 1000 HP and I'm amazed by how cold the outlet pipe is after spirited driving. The price was lower than any offering from BR, AMS or Nisei.
why wouldn't hte outlet pipe be cold? you're contantly running air by it... so unless the air inside is warmer than your body... the pipe will feel cold... this is not a good test and EVERYONE always says this...
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by ersuley

What do you guys look for, in an intercooler?
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...d.php?t=176499
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 07:58 PM
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thank you jake

i read through the links
buschur seems to be the way to go..


i kept asking so many newbie questions and I am glad that everyone is being patient and helpful about them

have a great day
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Do you know this first hand or are you just repeating hearsay? David Buschur has seen gains in excess of 14whp by adding his race/deluxe IC on a car with BPU. Depending on what mods he already has an IC could be a worthwhile mod.
He has NO mods.
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