Intercooler Choice

[Darkness_Ryda1]

would you think there is a restriction in airflow with that sharp bend in the first picture on the left?

[sl33py]

Thanks, I wrote it. Please note, I only posted my info from what others have said and gathered fact as well as generally held 'common consensus' here on the forum.

As far as the sharp bend, the benefit of having less piping (and therefore less volume of air to fill, read: response) probably makes up for it (or so I'm told). The air is moving plenty fast, I don't think that bend will make much/any difference to the flow. My mechanic also says the FMIC's using stock return pipes are best for the reasons I stated.

[Darkness_Ryda1]

ah ok, fair enough. also what do you guys think about water/alchol injection? I can purchase a good set for about $255, some claim 30+hp but i dont see how thats possible. Anyone got one who reccomends them?

[Ultimategtr]

Tube and fin FTW - more effecient but a tad more expensive.

WMI - it basically works by cooling the intake and cylinder charge temperatures.. ie, the cooler th air, the more dense, ie more OXYGEN enters th cylinder, the Methanol has a supercooling effect in the cylinder. thats how you get more HP, because the combustion is alot more effecient. The engine burns more cleanly.

best used if youre going to use an aftermarket ecu otherwise th stocker may richen it up more...

[Darkness_Ryda1]

i see what you mean ^ but is 30hp+ gains realistic?

ok so u generally mix 50/50 water alcohol correct, but where can u get methanol? is ethanol just as effective and safe to use?