Vortech - CAI vs Bigger Intercooler
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Vortech - CAI vs Bigger Intercooler
If lower AITs are the goal, which is the best way to accomplish it? Go with a CAI setup (ie relocate the air filter) or install a larger, decent quality intercooler? Its cheaper to go with the CAI setup, but cost aside, would there still be any benefit to a CAI if you're 'upgrading' the intercooler?
I'm doing some upgrades (headers, test pipes, crank pulley) and just installed a spearco intercooler that is 4 inches wider than the stock vortech IC (PN 5-312 vs 5-374). I'm debating whether there is any point to going with a CAI setup again (sold my first setup last year) given the larger intercooler. Anyway, I figured you guys would have some good insights on this!
I'm doing some upgrades (headers, test pipes, crank pulley) and just installed a spearco intercooler that is 4 inches wider than the stock vortech IC (PN 5-312 vs 5-374). I'm debating whether there is any point to going with a CAI setup again (sold my first setup last year) given the larger intercooler. Anyway, I figured you guys would have some good insights on this!
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If lower AITs are the goal, which is the best way to accomplish it? Go with a CAI setup (ie relocate the air filter) or install a larger, decent quality intercooler? Its cheaper to go with the CAI setup, but cost aside, would there still be any benefit to a CAI if you're 'upgrading' the intercooler?
I'm doing some upgrades (headers, test pipes, crank pulley) and just installed a spearco intercooler that is 4 inches wider than the stock vortech IC (PN 5-312 vs 5-374). I'm debating whether there is any point to going with a CAI setup again (sold my first setup last year) given the larger intercooler. Anyway, I figured you guys would have some good insights on this!
I'm doing some upgrades (headers, test pipes, crank pulley) and just installed a spearco intercooler that is 4 inches wider than the stock vortech IC (PN 5-312 vs 5-374). I'm debating whether there is any point to going with a CAI setup again (sold my first setup last year) given the larger intercooler. Anyway, I figured you guys would have some good insights on this!
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You increased the cooling surface area by approx 20%..As requested , do you have any pre/post AIT data?? I am thinking about a swap but good data would be helpful...
As to the CAI, I would not expect the temp difference would be significant nor worth the cost. How much modification was required to fit the 5-312?
As to the CAI, I would not expect the temp difference would be significant nor worth the cost. How much modification was required to fit the 5-312?
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btw, 350z006, that is a monster intercooler you've got!
i appreciate the feedback folks!
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You increased the cooling surface area by approx 20%..As requested , do you have any pre/post AIT data?? I am thinking about a swap but good data would be helpful...
As to the CAI, I would not expect the temp difference would be significant nor worth the cost. How much modification was required to fit the 5-312?
As to the CAI, I would not expect the temp difference would be significant nor worth the cost. How much modification was required to fit the 5-312?
oh yeah, size comparison:
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That would be me, lol, enjoy the intercooler
and bigc, you won't believe this, but I managed to keep my crash bar with the 5-364...and you have no idea what hell I went through to do it modifying the crash bar/mount setup multiple times to get htis to fit...I'll post pics when my YSi build is done...here's a pic of the difference between the 5-312 and 5-364...
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If you guys are looking for some solid intercoolers, have a look here:
http://www.treadstoneperformance.com...A+Intercoolers
These have been working very well for me, and do a great job at cooling. I use the TRV259 with the BP turbo kits, and they have proven to work great at about 600whp gaining only about 12-15deg at 19psi on the dyno.
Also have a TR12 (4.5" thick) on the way for a PTE7175 build, and expec it to do well also.
http://www.treadstoneperformance.com...A+Intercoolers
These have been working very well for me, and do a great job at cooling. I use the TRV259 with the BP turbo kits, and they have proven to work great at about 600whp gaining only about 12-15deg at 19psi on the dyno.
Also have a TR12 (4.5" thick) on the way for a PTE7175 build, and expec it to do well also.
Last edited by Boosted Performance; 11-10-2011 at 12:57 AM.
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That would be me, lol, enjoy the intercooler
and bigc, you won't believe this, but I managed to keep my crash bar with the 5-364...and you have no idea what hell I went through to do it modifying the crash bar/mount setup multiple times to get htis to fit...I'll post pics when my YSi build is done...here's a pic of the difference between the 5-312 and 5-364...
and bigc, you won't believe this, but I managed to keep my crash bar with the 5-364...and you have no idea what hell I went through to do it modifying the crash bar/mount setup multiple times to get htis to fit...I'll post pics when my YSi build is done...here's a pic of the difference between the 5-312 and 5-364...
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why would you go with a core that flow less and supports less HP on a bigger turbo?
If you guys are looking for some solid intercoolers, have a look here:
http://www.treadstoneperformance.com...A+Intercoolers
These have been working very well for me, and do a great job at cooling. I use the TRV259 with the BP turbo kits, and they have proven to work great at about 600whp gaining only about 12-15deg at 19psi on the dyno.
Also have a TR12 (4.5" thick) on the way for a PTE7175 build, and expec it to do well also.
http://www.treadstoneperformance.com...A+Intercoolers
These have been working very well for me, and do a great job at cooling. I use the TRV259 with the BP turbo kits, and they have proven to work great at about 600whp gaining only about 12-15deg at 19psi on the dyno.
Also have a TR12 (4.5" thick) on the way for a PTE7175 build, and expec it to do well also.
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Are you going to provide some constructive feedback or just troll? I am not going to play these games with you..if you have a point to prove PM me.
Last edited by Boosted Performance; 11-10-2011 at 05:01 PM.
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I think it's funny that you flip flop on statements when it suits you. What you call trolling I call holding a vendor accountable for their prior marketing statements that are in stark contrast to current statements or reality (like your statement that the FMIC on your kit has been "proven to work great at about 600whp" when I have yet to see a BP kit make 600whp).