what size intercooler are you running?

[89whitepkg]

I've looking into buying a new intercooler, and want to get some input. I was just wondering what size intercooler some of you guys are running. What is the largest specs that you've been able to get in.

oh, I will be using a ffim

 

[87 Turbo]

I'm using a 31x12x3 FMIC.

 

[IJ.]

31x12x4"

 

[89whitepkg]

31x12x4"

any tips for mounting? or piping....I looked at your pics and it looks very nice.

 

[IJ.]

Nothing to add to the pics really they tell it all

On my car there is pretty well 1 way that everything will fit in there so that's how it came out.

The 4" core was well worth the hassle in fitting, if you're running a modern BB Turbo ignore EVERYTHING you think you know about Lag/IC Volume it just doesn't apply!

 

[HommerSimpson]

31x12x4 here :} now were the hell am i gona put the second intercooler for the supercharger ???????????? hummmm :biglaugh:

 

[IJ.]

Water to AIR under the Blower.

 

[HommerSimpson]

I have thought of that but blower going on top of engine in middle then ruffly a 2" manaifold then a hillborn style dual aircleaner scoop... one air cleaner will feed turbo other supecharger.. blah blah blah lol

 

[89whitepkg]

i'm going to be running a 57 trim for a while before I can really upgrade, would a 4 inch still be a good idea?

 

[IJ.]

89w: You might notice a touch more perceived lag but nothing that will make it undrivable, personally I like to future proof things and get the very best parts in place even if they're not needed right now

 

[Shima]

89w: personally I like to future proof things and get the very best parts in place even if they're not needed right now

i like this theory

 

[89whitepkg]

i like this theory

yeah, that's what I try to do as well (provided there is money)

 

[albo_bizak]

because everyone is talking about sizes, my plan is to run around 350-380hp somewhere around there. i'm not trying to go to crazy. ( 22"X8"X3.5" core size )( 29"x8"x3.5" over all size ) is this size good enough for my hp range.

 

[holdbrooks]

i'm going to be running a 57 trim for a while before I can really upgrade, would a 4 inch still be a good idea?

hopefully I can tell you in a few hours I just installed mine an need a new air filters and 3 more clamps until it will be running.

 

[89whitepkg]

so I just ordered my 31x12x4 !
The ffim I'm going to be using is just a modified stock upper, and I'm dropping the alt so that I can keep my a/c. However, I've been doing a lot of looking at pictures of guys running a ffim and I notice that many run the ic pipe under the headlight and move the battery.
I think I may be able to get away with out moving it, but my question is....Is there any other benifit to moving the battery? After searching about moving the battery I feel pretty certian that this is something I would need a mechanic to do.

 

[annoyingrob]

Well, with moving the battery, you don't have 50lbs of weight hanging over the front wheels. It'll make for a definite change handling wise.

As for needing to move it, if you're creative, you can fit the piping without relocating:

Edit: pics are huge, I'll link them.
http://offsite.lostjournal.com/rob/Supra%20Pics/IC Piping 1.jpg

http://offsite.lostjournal.com/rob/Supra Pics/IC Piping 2.jpg

http://offsite.lostjournal.com/rob/Supra Pics/IC Piping 3.jpg

And, pics of the intercooler itself (12x24x4, with HUGE end tanks):

 

[89whitepkg]

well, it looks like I'm going to lose my aux fans if I don't move the batt. Is this an issue?

annoyingrob: It looks like your fans are gone.

any thoughts?

 

[annoyingrob]

I never had a fan there to begin with. Hydro fan FTW.

 

[IJ.]

Rob: Will the undertray still fit with it that low?

 

[89whitepkg]

Hydro fan FTW.

not sure what this is could you explain.