Rich.2211 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 A query for the NA-T guys.. I've been looking at a fair few pictures now of how people have run the intercooler pipework with the stock NA inlet manifold, and I've come across a couple who have done it like the picture below:- They have run the N/S pipework over the cam covers and down past the power steering reservoir, as oppose to most setups where they run it straight down from the turbo and then across where the anti roll bar is? My only issue with the usual route for the pipework is ground clearance, hence looking at the option in the picture above. Has any one on here done this? and do you think there would be room with 3" intercooler pipework for this setup? Are there any other advantages/disadvantages? Thanks for any input Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsia Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Keeping an eye on this! Should be going NA-T fairly soon and I'm desperately looking for a viable way to have an FMIC without an FFIM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc183 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 A lot of people just run it underneath mate instead of on top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bambisdad Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 mine went underneath. it just seem the obvious way to do it and much cleaner looking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 I know most people run it underneath, I'm just wondering if there are any disadvantages of running it over the top. My thinking behind this is that it will be easier when I opt for a TT style intake, and also gives me more ground clearance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I know most people run it underneath, I'm just wondering if there are any disadvantages of running it over the top. My thinking behind this is that it will be easier when I opt for a TT style intake, and also gives me more ground clearance. The ground clearance won't be affected by any intercooler setup if you install it right. I've a large front mount with 3" piping and if anything it's too long. I've no problems at all. If your option for a TT inlet, save yourself the hassle and do it all at the same time with the cooler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Id run it below like Noz or do a ffim now and save the hassle of re-routing everything later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 All this guff can be avoided if you get an FMIC like this one. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390458034331?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 regards, Lyndon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caineoo Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I wouldnt run it over the top. Will the bonnet fit over the top? Will a strut brace fit? I will be routing underneath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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