Front Mount Intercooler Kit...
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Front Mount Intercooler Kit...
Hey guys i was just checking out mods for my 02 wrx and i am really interested in getting a front mount intercooler kit! I see all of the ones around for $1000 + for perrin, or aps, etc... But does anybody know if there are any better deals out there that will perform just as well for less dollar? Any recommendations would be great, thanks...
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I scored one of these on the cheap back when they first introduced them. I'd check out the private for sale classifieds on NASIOC as they come up from time to time.
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Re: Front Mount Intercooler Kit...
I recommend you don't go with a FMIC unless you have a large aftermarket turbo or just like lag.02SilverWRX wrote:Hey guys i was just checking out mods for my 02 wrx and i am really interested in getting a front mount intercooler kit!
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Any recommendations would be great, thanks...
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^^^ Yep! The SS Auto. FMIC perform well and are cheap.... but they will give you more lag.
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Good choice putting $4,000 rims on your 1990 Honda Civic. That's like Betty White going out and getting her tits done.
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Good choice putting $4,000 rims on your 1990 Honda Civic. That's like Betty White going out and getting her tits done.
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I know I should probably keep my mouth shut but I have to ask, Why do you want a front mount? Are hoping to make more power? Do you just like the look? I'll start in on my standard rant on FMICs and let others come in and defend them.
1. They're significantly more expensive than a big TMIC.
2. They're more difficult to install.
3. They're not necessary for any turbo up to say the size of an FPGreen.
4. Unless well hidden, they destroy stealth factor.
I'll keep the rant short and stay off tubing, core sizes, effecientcy and the other arguable issues that may come up.
1. They're significantly more expensive than a big TMIC.
2. They're more difficult to install.
3. They're not necessary for any turbo up to say the size of an FPGreen.
4. Unless well hidden, they destroy stealth factor.
I'll keep the rant short and stay off tubing, core sizes, effecientcy and the other arguable issues that may come up.
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Truth. On a 2.0l motor, you're not helping unless you're using an FP Red or similar sized rotated turbo setup.drwrx wrote:I know I should probably keep my mouth shut but I have to ask, Why do you want a front mount? Are hoping to make more power? Do you just like the look? I'll start in on my standard rant on FMICs and let others come in and defend them.
1. They're significantly more expensive than a big TMIC.
2. They're more difficult to install.
3. They're not necessary for any turbo up to say the size of an FPGreen.
4. Unless well hidden, they destroy stealth factor.
I'll keep the rant short and stay off tubing, core sizes, effecientcy and the other arguable issues that may come up.
The good Dr. speaks the truth...
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- 4 hour install with someone who's done it before
- More lag
- Less stealth factor
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Good choice putting $4,000 rims on your 1990 Honda Civic. That's like Betty White going out and getting her tits done.
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Good choice putting $4,000 rims on your 1990 Honda Civic. That's like Betty White going out and getting her tits done.
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That would be my overwhelming choice for anyone who is thinking of going with a larger IC.Phibs wrote:Those being said the SSA TMIC is cheap (~200 shipped), and fits very well.
Here is a quick run down of TMIC core sizes so you can get an idea:
Stock WRX: 16.25" x 6" x 3" = 292
STi: 18.5" x 7.25 x 3" = 402
TurboXS:
19 1/8" X 7 3/8" 4.5" = 634 cubic inches
APS:
20.07" x 7.5" x 4.5"
Volume=677
AVO:
16.25" x 7" x 4.5"
volume =511.875
Helix:
18.9" x 7.9" x 4" 600 ci
no-name SSautochrome brand:
20" x 7.5" x 4.5"
volume =675
TurboXS / SSautochrome FMIC:
28" X 9" X 3.5" = 882 ci
In the world of intercoolers Size Matters. If all other things are equal a larger core is better than a smaller core, unless the larger core size is overkill for the turbo.