SR20DET FM Intercooler No Bumper Cutting

[Solus Christus]

Hey guys,

I have searched and looked at every intercooler thread in this sub-forum.

Besides trying to locate a JDM Blitz or ARC aftermarket side-mount intercooler, is there a smaller FMIC option that does not involve cutting the bumper/crash support or bumper itself on an S13? (Not interested in a v-mount or top mount.)

I am really not concerned with making much power on my SR20 I just want to avoid heatsoak on the intercooler since I live in AZ and like to auto-X every now and then.

Thanks!

Wade

[Solus Christus]

I am wondering about this CXR intercooler kit, if it requires bumper cutting. I might call this company. I wonder about the included BOV though, if it's good quality...

I am going to be recirculating my BOV since I am keeping the stock MAF system.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CXRacing-Front-Mount-Intercooler-Kit-For-S13-SR20DET-Motor-240SX-89-99-BOV-/140557705828?hash=item20b9e46264:g:m9EAAOSwEK9T~sJ p&vxp=mtr

[jedi03]

get one that is not very tall...they should be able to mount below the bumper support, they do heat soak a little easier but should accomplish what you are looking for.

[brndck]

I am wondering about this CXR intercooler kit, if it requires bumper cutting. I might call this company. I wonder about the included BOV though, if it's good quality...

I am going to be recirculating my BOV since I am keeping the stock MAF system.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CXRacing-Front-Mount-Intercooler-Kit-For-S13-SR20DET-Motor-240SX-89-99-BOV-/140557705828?hash=item20b9e46264:g:m9EAAOSwEK9T~sJ p&vxp=mtr

cx racing is NOT quality. its pretty much the cheapest thing you can get.

it looks like you need to piece together a kit, look into spearco intercooler cores. they come in many different sizes and configurations

[Solus Christus]

cx racing is NOT quality. its pretty much the cheapest thing you can get.

it looks like you need to piece together a kit, look into spearco intercooler cores. they come in many different sizes and configurations

Thanks for the heads up! I will check into spearco. I guess most SR20 "bolt-on" kits are pretty big, so I will probably have to go universal and fit everything myself?

Anyone have an idea on dimensions on a core that will fit nicely?

Thanks!

[KAT-PWR]

Cooler and piping are okay, bov straight trash
You could source an s15 cooler

[Solus Christus]

Cooler and piping are okay, bov straight trash
You could source an s15 cooler

Thanks for the advice. Any idea on the dimension difference to an S13 SMIC?

[Solus Christus]

I found this universal Mishimoto intercooler 28 X 7.5 X 2.5 inches on FRS & Amazon.
http://www.frsport.com/Mishimoto-MMINT-UZB-Universal-Intercooler-Z-Line-Black_p_24024.html

Sources say this intercooler can handle 22psi of boost (I plan 10).

I wonder if this would fit with minimal bumper cutting on my Silvia?

When comparing the Blitz SE, Greddy LS, & ISR intercooler kits they all seem to be approximately 24 X 11 X 3 inches. And rates for upwards of 400HP which is far above what I'm shooting for, especially with a stock T25.

What do you think? Just need a 2.5 inch piping kit.

Thanks!

-Wade