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Hi,

Sorry if this has already been answered, I have had a look around but couldn't see a definite.

Will this style of intercooler fit a S1 Stagea ?

Listing:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/KLS-INTERCOOLER-PIPING-FULL-KIT-NISSAN-SKYLINE-R32-R33-r34-RB25-RB20-turbo/191139298348?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222003%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140106155344%26meid%3D6396917397384694418%26pid%3D100005%26prg%3D20140106155344%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D230869357899&rt=nc

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http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MzYwWDM2MA==/z/eEAAAOxy0x1TT2D6/$_12.JPG

Looking in the engine bay it looks like drivers side would be a tough fit.

Thanks

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^^this.. also, this is next on my shopping list: http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/371047755695?nav=SEARCH

A quick search around will reveal all. People have also used xr6 turbo intercoolers with success. The one you have listed probably will fit with a hole under the battery tray and a small bit of massaging. Alternatively, an r34 smic is a nice stealthy upgrade.

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I used one of these in my wagon:

http://www.frozenboost.com/product_info.php?cPath=207&products_id=208&osCsid=eeaa0b07c62725c35347ccedff7d7964

I was looking for a vertical flow unit for ages. I knew what I wanted & found it here, a complete guide:

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/424157-r34-gtt-fmic-with-no-bodywork-cutting/

This is a much better option. Lag is an important consideration before buying. The one I picked is just under twice as big in capacity as the stock one with 2.5'' piping, & I gained 400rpm lag (2,200 rpm - 2,600rpm). Like the cooling pro unit it has 2.5'' inlet/outlet. Understanding why a vertical flow intercooler is better than a horizontal flow requires research, as this would be a very long post to explain! It might have a smaller surface area, BUT, it is 3.5'' thick. It was a no hassle install with NO cutting of the front reinforcement bar or bumper. Very neat & tidy, & even with slimline number plates & black colour, nobody even knows it there :ph34r:!!

My next intercooler will be even better, air to water!

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I used a JustJap 'Cooling Pro' return flow unit. Contrary to what most people say about non-Japanese stuff, this kit is well made and includes the correct length hot and cold side piping. The only issue I had with mine was fabricating some nicer alloy brackets, as the steel ones supplied were pretty average looking.

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^^^interesting. I never knew these existed until now.. doing some reading and they sound awesome! Do you need to buy a specific piping kit for these or did you make one up yourself?

Nope, just bought a piping kit from ebay out of china. Like this:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2-5-INCH-ALUMINUM-TURBO-INTERCOOLER-PIPING-KIT-PIPES-CLAMP-COUPLER-UNIVERSAL-/260882361775?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cbdccedaf

I specified black hoses when I ordered it.

When I ordered the intercooler, I ordered the 60 degree (#1), the 90 degree (#3) & the 45 degree (#7 in the pics of the guide). As it turns out, the the ones I ordered with the intercooler were 5 layered hose & the china kitted hose was only 3. If I did it again, I'd get all the hoses from the U.S. with the intercooler.

The piping kit wasn't barbed on the ends of the pipes, but I didn't see an issue with this as scotchbriting the pipe & painting it black gave it plenty of grip, PLUS I cut my pipe so there was PLENTY inside the hose when fully assembled. Once it was all finished, the piping hardly moved at all, so, no chance of blowing a hose off!!

You'll have plenty of pipe & hose left for other projects down the line too!

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I just noticed you posted a link to a most helpful tutorial lol. went to frozenboost.com and all the parts youll need comes in au$100 cheaper inc. delivery (us$477)than the cooling pro (au$599) AND its more efficient.. AND there's no cutting of anything required.. lovely.. do want

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The intercoolers most companies market (horizontal flow) are fairly useless for the applications most people use them for. The might be ok IF you are running in excess of 30psi & 150 degrees C.

Check this link out, its FULL of equations. This link should be stickied for anyone wanting to create a good combo!

http://www.gnttype.org/techarea/turbo/turboflow.html

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