12H-T intercooler install

[BURGER]

Did the piping you buy from just intercoolers come with the ends beaded or rolled to stop the silicone couplings and elbows from blowing off. Does it need to have these beaded and/or rolled edges


Also does anyone know what the hump couplings are for? I found a site that say its to build a high pressure intake? Not sure what that means though. Is it the side from the turbo to the intercooler or is it the side from the intercooler to the intake? Why do no other silicone parts come with the hump.

I've said hump way too many times...gotta go now

 

[Cañonero]

Haven't you considered this option:

 

[BURGER]

Haven't you considered this option:

I have the feeling that there would be huge losses in the form of heat soak. Under the hood temps for my hj are high and I think you would get better gains with a front mounted IC. Plus I think the scoop is only marginally moving enough air over the IC to really make a difference.Less surface area on the scoop opening plus having to make a 90 degree turn equals less gains

 

[Cañonero]

Yes, I've heard about that problems of the top mounted intercooler.

The thing is I have the chance of getting the whole top mounted kit, including the bonnet vent, for a very low price, and it would be much costly to get the front mount kit.

I have clear that the front mount is a better option, but, what about fitting the top mount one and a big fan under it?

Would it work?

 

[The Dude]

Did the piping you buy from just intercoolers come with the ends beaded or rolled to stop the silicone couplings and elbows from blowing off. Does it need to have these beaded and/or rolled edges


Also does anyone know what the hump couplings are for? I found a site that say its to build a high pressure intake? Not sure what that means though. Is it the side from the turbo to the intercooler or is it the side from the intercooler to the intake? Why do no other silicone parts come with the hump.

I've said hump way too many times...gotta go now

The 90s ans straight pieces came with the beaded roll. I ended up having to cut a few of them off to shorten the pipes. I roughed up the ends with 60 grit sand paper to get a secure fit. I am sure this will be OK at moderate boost level (under 20psi)

I have never seen those hump couplings. Interesting... I think it might be a gimmick.

you can see the rolled ends in this pic:

 

[panoramic]

Any status update?
If this works well, I might try to duplicate it on my FJ40/12HT....

 

[The Dude]

It should be rolling tonight or tomorrow night for sure!

 

[The Dude]

WOOHOO I could only do a short run as I ran into some coolant leaks. The truck was up to normal operating temps and I had two WOT runs hitting 1200* max on the EGT. I can't say if the EGTs are down yet as I didn't have it out long enough. I did noticed increased turbo lag of a second or two. No lost boost that I can tell.

On the hot side, I was getting readings of 90-100F right at the turbo and 86-88F on the hot side of the intercooler

On the cold side I was 64-66F at the intercooler and 58-60F right at the intake.

 

[Tapage]

Very impresive the efect of this core .. 20º les it's nice !

 

[Dougal]

WOOHOO I could only do a short run as I ran into some coolant leaks. The truck was up to normal operating temps and I had two WOT runs hitting 1200* max on the EGT. I can't say if the EGTs are down yet as I didn't have it out long enough. I did noticed increased turbo lag of a second or two. No lost boost that I can tell.

On the hot side, I was getting readings of 90-100F right at the turbo and 86-88F on the hot side of the intercooler

On the cold side I was 64-66F at the intercooler and 58-60F right at the intake.

So how close to ambient does it get?

 

[The Dude]

It was 55F outside today. So pretty close. I still need to get the front end buttoned up to take it for a good long test run.

What I was happiest about, was when the fan was on I actually had a good amount of air movement in front of the intercooler. I don't think overheating will be an issue.

 

[boots4]

Did the piping you buy from just intercoolers come with the ends beaded or rolled to stop the silicone couplings and elbows from blowing off. Does it need to have these beaded and/or rolled edges


Also does anyone know what the hump couplings are for? I found a site that say its to build a high pressure intake? Not sure what that means though. Is it the side from the turbo to the intercooler or is it the side from the intercooler to the intake? Why do no other silicone parts come with the hump.

I've said hump way too many times...gotta go now

Hey Prince Humperdink (ala Princess Bride), is this what you mean?

I think they are good for engines that shake and it allows some movement between the hoses so that hard parts don't crack or break. Most movement is probably seen on shutdown when the engine comes to a halt. A trick to getting a good seal that I've yet to try is using hairspray on the I.D. of the hose when putting the plumbing together.

 

[The Dude]

Outside temp: 17*C
engine RPM: 2400
EGT:800* min 1100* F max Cruising at 900* F
boost: Cruising 10 PSI max hit 14 PSI
Speed: 115KM/H up hills. long grades etc, strong headwind. (40km/h)
trip distance: 534km
economy: 14L/100km

Max speed 140KM/H
Max EGT 1200* F

I never let off the fuel once to lower EGTs. Cold side of intercooler maintained ambient temps.

This is the best $400 on an engine upgrade I have ever spent. Highly recommended.

 

[TLC Norway]

Nice, will probably go the same route. Clean install!
Still stock ct26?

 

[The Dude]

yup, still stock unfortunately. Hopefully that will change.

 

[TLC Norway]

Okay,keep us posted how much did you turn the ip up?

 

[GLTHFJ60]

Did the intercooler also come from CXRacing (along with the piping kit) or was that sourced separately?

 

[o8ko8k]

this inspired me! thanks for sharing. totally worth it!

 

[Kief]

Well, any updates?

 

[The Dude]

what would you like to know. It's still going strong.