What Options Do I Have For A Cooler?

[tek_01]

hey all just doing some reasearch on what front mount intercooler i can get for my 33, i know this topic has been covered alot but id still like to ask some questions

what i want is a cooler that will support approx 300-350rwkw (so i dont have to upgrade again later)

i would like to get a kit that uses a return that doesnt need to cut into the engine bay so it leaves the car in its original condition if i happen to remove it on sale of the car. From what i have read the blitz LM kit uses that style piping but its hard to find other types.

Ive had a look at all the just jap ones but think they are of poorer quality hence the cheap price (u get what u pay for) and also they need cutting to the engine bay to be done

and i was also told that the trust m spec ones are made in the same factory in china as the just jap cooloers so yeah... can count that one out (i also think that uses the piping i dont like)

basically what are my options, i have a series 1 33 with a modified series 1 front bar

my budget is not much more than $1000 but will spend more if it is definately worth it. Id really like to spend $600-$1000 to be honest

i have looked at gtr coolers as well but need some opinions on someone more experienced than myself

thanks

[BAMR33]

300-350kW AND keep in orginal condition... your joker aren't you. Just get your own piping made up with the intercooler of your choice, either way your going to have to cut into the reo in the front bar to fit the intercooler in.

[DJRIFT]

seriously mate just go for a brand name jap one. as you said the blitz LM kit is exactly the one you want and i think it is around the $1000 mark. pretty sure autobarn sell them.

it should do you up to 300rwkw.

these kits are realy easy to fit and should not require any modifications to fit them.

[gtst25]

I've got the blitz LM on my r33 gtst. You don't have to do any body metalwork BUT you'll have to hack your front bar up - I ended up pulling the bar apart too separating the metal backing from the plastic bar and trimming from there. You'll need an angle grinder with cutting wheel or an air saw - I started with nothing but a hacksaw and file and what a bitch.

Take your time and check and double check before cutting.

A blitz lm should be fine for 350rwkw.

Cheers

[tek_01]

thanks for the replies, i was just stating approx 300rwkw as i dont think i will ever get more than that more realistically i hope to get around 250rwkw in about a years time when i get a bigger turbo + computer and other supporting mods. i have no problem cutting into the front bar as its not as bad as the engine bay especially when the boys in blue want to have a peek.

is the reo part of the front bar or the car?

i think the blitz lm kit is around $1400 or so from autobarn so it will be hard to find for $1000

[Trooper]

thanks for the replies, i was just stating approx 300rwkw as i dont think i will ever get more than that more realistically i hope to get around 250rwkw in about a years time when i get a bigger turbo + computer and other supporting mods. i have no problem cutting into the front bar as its not as bad as the engine bay especially when the boys in blue want to have a peek.

is the reo part of the front bar or the car?

i think the blitz lm kit is around $1400 or so from autobarn so it will be hard to find for $1000

I got my Blitz FMIC kit from nengun...good buy and from memory was under $1000 (just) delivered.

Retains the stock intercooler piping.

I was disappointed that the blitz piping did not come polished (i thought it looked polished in the pic) so I just gave it a buff myself. Most of it is hidden behind the front bar anyway.

[tek_01]

also has anyone got their own iping made up to use the standard pipes? if so roughly how much would i be looking at?

[tmc_2]

also has anyone got their own iping made up to use the standard pipes? if so roughly how much would i be looking at?

Blitz Lm is the way to go mate, i have had the hybrid kits and they are good but u got to cut holes plus i dont like running pipe between the radiator and engine. Or u can get any FMIC and get a shop to do the pipes custom to meet with ur stock pipes like the blitz LM, that might be the cheaper otion.

[tmc_2]

to copy the blitz lm piping using the stock intake pipe and turbo pipe u only need to get two pipes to 3 pips made max. When i got it done about 2 years ago it cost me $400 including fit of the intercooler but thats was a real good price. Things should be cheaper now so u should get it done for about that at any reputable work shop who is experienced in intercooler piping. shop around and explain what u want as est u can.