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Old 03-03-2013, 07:38 PM
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I'm wanting to put an intercooler on my 05 touring Z. If I put an intercooler in my Z do I need a radiator or radiator fan assembly? Please help?
Old 03-03-2013, 07:42 PM
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??? What turbo/supercharger kit are you installing??
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Old 03-03-2013, 08:07 PM
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It's a small turbo that's coming with my intercooler. I didn't know you needed a turbo or not. But I still don't know if I need the radiator or fan assembly :/
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Originally Posted by VolcomBear
I didn't know you needed a turbo
take a quick minute to research intercoolers on the internet and their function in regards to turbos…it'll save you some embarrassment and you'll learn some new stuff.

You'll still need your radiator/fan assembly...
Old 03-03-2013, 09:04 PM
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Thanks bealljk. You answered my question. I've been doing research I just wasn't sure if I needed my radiator and fan assembly if I had an intercooler. Bt I guess I do. Thanks man
Old 03-03-2013, 09:10 PM
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Start reading , researching, and read some more. If needed, hire a professional to help you.
Old 03-03-2013, 09:59 PM
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If you're running an intercooler, a radiator is not necessary. In fact, neither is the turbo. Just mount an air filter directly to one side of the intercooler, then plumb the other side directly to your intake manifold. The intake temperature will be cool enough to negate the use of a radiator.
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Originally Posted by blue350zed
If you're running an intercooler, a radiator is not necessary. In fact, neither is the turbo. Just mount an air filter directly to one side of the intercooler, then plumb the other side directly to your intake manifold. The intake temperature will be cool enough to negate the use of a radiator.
Lol
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WOW!!! It kills me seeing Some Kids these day dont even know the basics of a car, But want to blow money.

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Just as bad as being Rick rolled...
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Originally Posted by sradenton
But want to blow money
a fool and his money are soon parted...
Old 03-04-2013, 06:26 AM
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I'm not that stupid thanks. I was just curious and wanted to know. I've had my Z now for almost a year now and I'm trying to get I to circuit. I'm tryin to all my engine mods now. I've done all my air, suspension brakes, etc; I'm also dropping an ls2 swap with a supercharger. I have also found a chassis swap I can do to run it an awd. After my engine I'm doing my body. Thank I have done my research and read some things. My intercooler I was just wanton to get some personal opinions from fellow Z drivers.
Old 03-04-2013, 06:41 AM
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So awd ls and sc. That may be badass if you ever get it done.
I won't hold my breath. In for results.
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Both swaps will be done April 23 - 30.
Old 03-04-2013, 07:27 AM
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I'm sorry but this is a joke right? I don't know whether to laugh or cry.
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you might as well cry cause its happening
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Originally Posted by VolcomBear
you might as well cry cause its happening
Ok, Young one.

Lets start your build Thread now!!! Post pics of your 350Z. So we can see what you have done.

But really AWD LS SC. OMG!!! Why?lol But if youR Big BAllen as the kids say. GO for it.

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Ibfl and boosted awd Ls swap
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Originally Posted by sradenton
Ok, Young one.

Lets start your build Thread now!!! Post pics of your 350Z. So we can see what you have done.

But really AWD LS SC. OMG!!! Why?lol But if youR Big BAllen as the kids say. GO for it.
I concur. Would really love to see this AWD SC' LS


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