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Opinions on 21.5x5.5x2.5 core IC
So, im looking at this intercooler on ebay. Its only 2.5" thick but following these calculations that braineack that posted up, it should support around 300hp. That more than i would ever run and even if i did, i would have WI. My main concerns are to keep air temps low and be able to keep my A/C drier. I just want to make sure i have all my "ducks in a row" before i make a purchase.
Originally Posted by Braineack
(Post 237129)
Corky did a lot of testing. and he's determined that a core of 18-20 has done it's job fully. where a 21", 22", even 30" long intercooler will not cool the charge any more significant amount.
then keep in mind increasing core thickness does not proportionally increase heat transfer capability. Each increment of core thickness will receive hotter cooling air. 3" in itself is plenty thick. Then you get into drag, and and it makes it harder for air to pass, and especially harder for the radiator to do it's job. It's all compromise, but Corky will say that you want 6-7 square inches of internal flow for every 100HP. internal flow area = length of runner x height of runner x # of runners 11x12x3" core: 11 x .125 x 16 = 22 inē 22/.06 = 366BHP 18x12x3" core: 18 x .125 x 16 = 36 inē 36/.06 = 600BHP Any suggestions/comments are greatly appreciated. |
it'll do...but id go bigger since it will fit, but it's your call
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Originally Posted by Zabac
(Post 239110)
it'll do...but id go bigger since it will fit, but it's your call
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http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q...Picture070.jpg
this is a 7" tall, same width and hight as yours only on an NB, i'm sure it's similar though |
im not sure what im looking at in that picture
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I think he is showing you that there is still room above his intercooler.
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well, where is the a/c drier? Thats the clearance that I'm worried about.
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jez do it.
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done. thanks guys.
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i think we have a new hustler, except this one is turbo'd lolz
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Originally Posted by Zabac
(Post 239343)
i think we have a new hustler, except this one is turbo'd lolz
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