markybhoy86 Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Lookin to invest in an intercooler soon but want to know what type other people r using. I've had a look at the hks ones that are around the 750 price mark but at the same time I'm finding other ones which r cheaper.what do use recommend?price and performance wise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Hi mate, people will be able to advise better if they know your current spec, what future mods you may have planned etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markybhoy86 Posted August 3, 2010 Author Share Posted August 3, 2010 Aye that would be helpful haha soz was in work and wasn't thinking about what I was writing. Current spec is: j-spec twin turbos Greddy boost controller Full decat with restrictor ring Boost logic exhaust system Aftermarket air filters (ther shit so ther getting changed as well) Hks cams 256/264 rings a bell for them Hks Ssqv bov That's about it I'm sure.right now I'm just looking for a bit more power,nothing as big as a single yet as I'm skint,just something to give a bit extra Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Aye that would be helpful haha soz was in work and wasn't thinking about what I was writing. Current spec is: j-spec twin turbos Greddy boost controller Full decat with restrictor ring Boost logic exhaust system Aftermarket air filters (ther shit so ther getting changed as well) Hks cams 256/264 rings a bell for them Hks Ssqv bov That's about it I'm sure.right now I'm just looking for a bit more power,nothing as big as a single yet as I'm skint,just something to give a bit extra Cheers If you are skint have you thought about a SMIC? They do just as good a job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I doubt an intecooler alone will net you many extra BHP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgoo Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 If you are skint have you thought about a SMIC? They do just as good a job. Probably better for twins. CW SMIC or Trust/Greddy SMIC or a brand new stock one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I doubt an intecooler alone will net you many extra BHP. That is a good point which the OP should know about. The intercooler will mainly be aiding with cooling and airflow if I am correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Sachs Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Stick with your SMIC, unless of course it's fecked. You will get folk recommending all the big names, but personally I've been happy with my Audiobahn88 one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgoo Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I doubt an intecooler alone will net you many extra BHP. As Gaz says you won't get many more ponies from one unless your current one is in a bad way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markybhoy86 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 It went to the Rollin road last year and the guy said the main points that where holding the car back from a bit more was airflow,mostly talking about the stupid airfilters the previous owner fit and a they wanted to remap the fueling. Well if I'm not going to get much gain from getting a fmic then I'll have a look into getting a smic.I take it these will just replace the old one,one in one out? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Stick with your SMIC, unless of course it's fecked. You will get folk recommending all the big names, but personally I've been happy with my Audiobahn88 one. I had one of those on my Mk3 Supra (off a Skyline GTR). I think it was £200 and did 650bhp comfortably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markybhoy86 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 Where did u get it from?did that include the fittings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 http://www.autobahn88.com Go to dealers UK. It was one of the irish sellers either the top one of the bottom one. I was working at Thor at the time and got a decent trade discount mind Only the IC, no fittings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 (edited) Lookin to invest in an intercooler soon but want to know what type other people r using. I've had a look at the hks ones that are around the 750 price mark but at the same time I'm finding other ones which r cheaper.what do use recommend?price and performance wise? Have a read of THIS. A cheap ebay intercooler may look the same as a branded alternative that is 2-3 times the price, but there is a big difference in terms of design, construction, fit and performance. The quality of the core (the part that cools the air charge) and the design of the end tanks (the parts either side of the core) dictate how effectively the air is cooled and pressure drop across the intercooler. The stock side mounted intercooler is properly ducted and uses a quality tube and fin core, if in good condition this should be more effective than a bigger ebay FMIC with a cheap bar and plate core. At BPU levels I would go for either a new Toyota SMIC, a quality aftermarket SMIC such as the GReddy R-spec or a smaller branded FMIC such as the HKS Type S or GReddy V-spec. If you do decide on an FMIC then make sure it is properly ducted so the air is directed through the intercooler. Edited August 4, 2010 by Nic (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I would never buy another ebay special mind as i don't need to. All my Rads and IC's are made to spec by Kate with cores from RadTec Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markybhoy86 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 I've been talking to a few mates who work in garages there saying just go for the smaller branded fmic even though the smic is also a good idea.where is the best place to order one from?not goin to have the cash right now,rough idea one prices would let me sit money aside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Sachs Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TOYOTA-2JZ-GTE-SUPRA-ALLOY-FRONT-MOUNT-INTERCOOLER-KIT-/150455545867?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2307d9700b Cheap 'n' Cheerfull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadeS Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I have got one of these but it's not fitted yet. I seen some one who said he is running one of them in his BPU and its greate. I'll see how mine will do and I'll let you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markybhoy86 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 Yeah I spotted those ones that's y I asked for some advice here.I know it's cheap but as people always say u get what u pay for, I personally would rather pay extra for something that is a better quality,had been tried,recommended and people have noticed results. Nic do you supply intercoolers or is there someone you know of who sells them,best price always preferred let's me gauge how much to budget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 I've been talking to a few mates who work in garages there saying just go for the smaller branded fmic even though the smic is also a good idea.where is the best place to order one from?not goin to have the cash right now,rough idea one prices would let me sit money aside What reasons have they given? FYI I run a CW SMIC on my track car which was dynoed at 592hp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgoo Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 If your stock one is shot and money is tight, I'd get this one, bargain. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=224916 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 If your stock one is shot and money is tight, I'd get this one, bargain. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=224916 Good advice, thats not a stock unit either as the stock SMIC has plastic end tanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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