Fitting IC

[Madone]

Hi,

At the risk of asking something obvious if I want to fit a IC, sounds like Peron or THS are best. Will these fit without any body mods at all ?, do they come with complete fitting kits ?. Or is the only non body mod solution a twintercooler type setup ?.

Thanks !

[xjay1337]

What do you mean body mod?
They replace the stock intercooler using factory mounting points..

[StuF]

Are there any downsides to installing an aftermarket larger capacity intercooler?
I do understand it helps the vehicle cool the incoming air faster and keeps it cooler longer
Is it likely to make the car harder to get upto temp in the cooler months or any other issues?

Not seen a thread that lists the negatives associated with the various modifications we carry out on our vehicles

[xjay1337]

No, yes, and no.

[StuF]

No, yes, and no.

 
Cheers - might look at getting one then!

[Paradox1]

Does nobody us the forge style coolers anymore?

twintercooler even

[xjay1337]

No, yes, and no.

 
Cheers - might look at getting one then!

 

pointless getting twintercooler.
the OEM intercooler is a huge sticking point for flow, cooling and power. why have 2 intercoolers when one is better?

[mk5-beast-91]

ive got the airtec big intercooler and twintercooler. totally overkill 
ive had to do no body mods and all fit nicely, just.

[StuF]

ive got the airtec big intercooler and twintercooler. totally overkill 
ive had to do no body mods and all fit nicely, just.

Blimey your intake temps must be icy 

[mk5-beast-91]

be even cooler once ive fitted my water meth kit lol. hope it doesnt freeze in winter 

[Madone]

What do you mean body mod?
They replace the stock intercooler using factory mounting points..

I mean do they require and bumper modification etc ?, some coolers make a point to saying 'No need to modify the bumper' indicating some could be required - others don't say anything, potentially indication some cutting required.

[xjay1337]

What do you mean body mod?
They replace the stock intercooler using factory mounting points..

I mean do they require and bumper modification etc ?, some coolers make a point to saying 'No need to modify the bumper' indicating some could be required - others don't say anything, potentially indication some cutting required.

No, THS, Revo, APR, DsD, Peron don't require any modifications to anything to fit.
The stupid ones that go infront of the A/C rad for that true bad boy look may do.

[StuF]

Do these aftermarket intercoolers come complete with all the piperwork too?
Sounds like it might be a straightforward job after all with no visible signs of it being installed - which is something that appeals to me 

[Paradox1]

i was planning on a forge style cooler as its seems eaiser to fit and personally i liek the look of the subtle cooler through the vents

[Madone]

What do you mean body mod?
They replace the stock intercooler using factory mounting points..

I mean do they require and bumper modification etc ?, some coolers make a point to saying 'No need to modify the bumper' indicating some could be required - others don't say anything, potentially indication some cutting required.

No, THS, Revo, APR, DsD, Peron don't require any modifications to anything to fit.
The stupid ones that go infront of the A/C rad for that true bad boy look may do.

Thanks, that's what I meant. I want one that looks as discrete as possible so black is a likely choice. I know Airtec are popular in Ford circles. Any opinion on these ?, hard is a cooler to fit ?, could it be done on the drive or is a ramp etc recommended ?