Intercooler options for R33 GTSt

[Guest skip]

Hi,

If I were to upgrade my standard intercooler, I'd really prefer to keep it hidden. (I just don't like the look of FMIC's) Are there any options for keeping the intercooler(s) hidden, such as using two small intercoolers on the corners (like a 300ZX?), or even a large intercooler mounted over the engine, with a bonnet scoop.

Thanks,

Greg.

[meggala]

why not paint it black very hard to see then

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Hide it behind mesh? If you want power then front mounting the intercooler is the best option.

[Guest skip]

Yes I'll paint it black if I end up having to use a FMIC, but I'd still like to know whether there are other options. My front spoiler looks "just right" - I don't want to change the look at all if I can help it.

Thanks,

Greg.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

You could use a cooler to the sides of the front bar, but it reduces airflow and limits the size of the cooler.

[Roy]

I have always thought about a water to air IC for RBs.

Use an STI or other upgraded WRX top mount cooler, with some aluminium plate welded to it to seal it up with a few Speedflow fittings. Then from a wrecker grab the pump/heat exchanger and associated bits off a Celica/Liberty water to air setup. (or spec up your own)

You can leave your front bar alone, with the 'black' heat exchanger taking up minimal room, extremely short inlet tract for good throttle response. Very stable inlet temps, better in slow day to day grind.

Down side is weight, outright effeciency is down on air to air.(In theory at speed with good airflow. then air to air is better, but on the street some would argue water to air is better)

Also price, the setup will cost you the same as a GTR cooler, but plumbing is easier and cheaper.

[rob77]

Trust do a unit that is slightly larger than the stock one and bolts into the same position, if you want to go down that track.