The Twin Screw Thread
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So you see the intercooler... I can see how the water goes down and back throught the cooler on both sides. What I want to know is where the water/coolant comes from. Does it have its own cooling system, or is it part of the engines coolant system? I would think that if its using coolant from the radiator it would be quite warm and not do much cooling. If it had its own system, that would mean another fill spot, and radiator, etc etc... That is not something the average person would think to check, refill, or maintain.
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
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So you see the intercooler... I can see how the water goes down and back throught the cooler on both sides. What I want to know is where the water/coolant comes from. Does it have its own cooling system, or is it part of the engines coolant system? I would think that if its using coolant from the radiator it would be quite warm and not do much cooling. If it had its own system, that would mean another fill spot, and radiator, etc etc... That is not something the average person would think to check, refill, or maintain.
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
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I know there are some people not using intercoolers on Eaton applications, but what is a safe boost level on an 928 S4? 5 psi without killing rings due to significant heat?
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So you see the intercooler... I can see how the water goes down and back throught the cooler on both sides. What I want to know is where the water/coolant comes from. Does it have its own cooling system, or is it part of the engines coolant system? I would think that if its using coolant from the radiator it would be quite warm and not do much cooling. If it had its own system, that would mean another fill spot, and radiator, etc etc... That is not something the average person would think to check, refill, or maintain.
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
I like the way everyone has pocked at, and bent, all the intercooler fins... NOT
Hmmm... Its hard to say any boost level is "safe" but if you can account for knock, you might be able to go up to 8 psi. I would say 6psi should be relatively safe.
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Hmmm... Its hard to say any boost level is "safe" but if you can account for knock, you might be able to go up to 8 psi. I would say 6psi should be relatively safe.[/QUOTE]
I am looking at going to somewhere between 6-8psi. Looking for safe dependable stress free boost of about 100HP. I have been watching SC threads somewhat but could never claim to have anywhere near the knowledge as most guys on this thread. Can you give me other suggestions on what I should be looking for with that level of boost. Will my stock clutch be OK? Will I need an intercooler? I do have new knock sensors. This is for 87 S4 with squirter block.
I am looking at going to somewhere between 6-8psi. Looking for safe dependable stress free boost of about 100HP. I have been watching SC threads somewhat but could never claim to have anywhere near the knowledge as most guys on this thread. Can you give me other suggestions on what I should be looking for with that level of boost. Will my stock clutch be OK? Will I need an intercooler? I do have new knock sensors. This is for 87 S4 with squirter block.
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