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Old 02-15-2007, 12:05 AM
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Default Intercoolers and perfomance gains???

I am wondering if switching from my stock radiator to an intercooler will give me any performance gains on my non-turbo 4 cyl engine. I have read about performance radiators but couldnt find any testimony on performance changes, so i am wondering if adding an intercooler will help me get more out of my engine. Anyone have info????
 
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Old 02-15-2007, 08:43 AM
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Default RE: Intercoolers and perfomance gains???

When the air is compressed by a supercharger or turbocharger, it gets really hot. That's what an intercooler is for. Doesn't do much for a non-turbo engine, since you dont have a compressor on the incoming air.
 
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Old 02-15-2007, 09:55 AM
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Thanks.

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