FMIC sizes

david-b · #1 01-30-2009, 02:37 PM

Ok so for my build I'll be running my little t3/t4 hybrid at ~15psi for daily and then max it out (supposedly ~20psi) at the track. Now, I'm running a FMIC measuring about 17"x6"x2.5" (pic below).

The question is, do you think the IC this size will be able to handle that kind of power? Also keep in mind that I will be upgrading to a bigger turbo eventually (probably another t3/t4 variation) and would like ~25-30psi track use. I know those numbers are high... but that's a goal. Should I upgrade? I don't want to lose power because my IC is too big. Also, I'm running 2.5" piping. Should I consider bigger also?

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Thor06 · #2 01-30-2009, 07:57 PM

That looks like it would be on the small side for what you're running, but it should be fine. When you upgrade turbos though, you'll want to upgrade IC's too.

vanilla gorilla · #3 01-31-2009, 12:09 AM

This is all just speculation as I really dont know what I'm talking about, but:
That IC should be fine for what your doing now. But since you are planning on doing alot more modding, I would say step up to a bigger FMIC. But 2.5" piping should be plenty.

boostjunkie333 · #4 01-31-2009, 11:03 PM

would 3'' ic piping actually cause any harm? or is it a matter of, more area to fill inside bigger pipes the better?

vanilla gorilla · #5 02-01-2009, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by boostjunkie333

would 3'' ic piping actually cause any harm?

You'll loose some air flow velocity.

Blackcrow64 · #6 02-01-2009, 10:33 AM

I think that should be good for your setup now. Eventually when you upgrade turbos you can do some test runs on this intercooler to see if it'll work sufficiently for you or if you'll need to upgrade it. No sense in going too big if you don't need it. Like this retard. Bigger is not always better. lol...

boostjunkie333 · #7 02-01-2009, 10:39 AM

so 2.5'' is prime

nice

now does anyone know where to find powder coated pipe pieces where i can piece togehter my own plumbing?

i keep finding plenty of stainless random pipes to choose from, but havent been so lucky finding black pipes..

Blackcrow64 · #8 02-01-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by boostjunkie333

so 2.5'' is prime

nice

now does anyone know where to find powder coated pipe pieces where i can piece togehter my own plumbing?

i keep finding plenty of stainless random pipes to choose from, but havent been so lucky finding black pipes..

I would go stainless piping over powdercoated. The stainless will reflect heat much better.

david-b · #9 02-01-2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackcrow64

I would go stainless piping over powdercoated. The stainless will reflect heat much better.

Not necessarily. Powdercoating is thick enough to keep heat out and keep whatever inside. Stainless if anything will heat soak much quicker than aluminum powdercoated pipes.

Junkie:
Check all over eBay. I found mine in black on eBay for a decent price with the IC

Blackcrow64 · #10 02-01-2009, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by david-b

Not necessarily. Powdercoating is thick enough to keep heat out and keep whatever inside. Stainless if anything will heat soak much quicker than aluminum powdercoated pipes.

I remember we all had this discussion a few years back on here and I thought for sure the outcome was that powdercoating was bad for heat?... I need to find that thread...

david-b · #11 02-01-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackcrow64

I remember we all had this discussion a few years back on here and I thought for sure the outcome was that powdercoating was bad for heat?... I need to find that thread...

My powdercoating shop said that ceramic coating is the best for keeping heat out (thus why I got my IM ceramic coated) and that powdercoating still keeps heat away but not as well. It's still better than bare pipe. That's what they said.

Blackcrow64 · #12 02-01-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by david-b

My powdercoating shop said that ceramic coating is the best for keeping heat out (thus why I got my IM ceramic coated) and that powdercoating still keeps heat away but not as well. It's still better than bare pipe. That's what they said.

Hmmm I almost wanna go about this whole discussion again and find out the best for sure... I know ceramic coating is good for heat but also more expensive...

david-b · #13 02-01-2009, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackcrow64

Hmmm I almost wanna go about this whole discussion again and find out the best for sure... I know ceramic coating is good for heat but also more expensive...

Ya was ~$130 for the IM compared to like the ~$70 for VC.

vanilla gorilla · #14 02-01-2009, 09:51 PM

When you buy a high dollar FMIC kit from one of the big brands....what is the treatment on the pipes? I dont think any of those kits use bare piping. I run bare aluminized piping on my LICP's, just because...I'm not sure why, I just did. I have the upper pipe painted because when I bought it is was powdercoated a tacky red.

SilvrEclipse · #15 02-02-2009, 10:14 AM

The intercooler you have will be fine for your setup now. I would plan on upgrading when you go to the bigger turbo.

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