RS4 intercooler fits stock A4 location?
02-01-2002, 02:13 AM
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RS4 intercooler fits stock A4 location?
There was some mention of this on the A4 forum but I couldn't find more information.
Anyone know what this would cost and a comparison of that with the big job of putting a whole new front-mount IC in place (scary). Would the RS4 IC (if it fit) be a noticable improvement over stock? The car does have a wheel well vent behind the stock IC now.
I was told that the front mount needs software tuning but perhaps this one would not since the pressures were mostly the same??
thanks
Anyone know what this would cost and a comparison of that with the big job of putting a whole new front-mount IC in place (scary). Would the RS4 IC (if it fit) be a noticable improvement over stock? The car does have a wheel well vent behind the stock IC now.
I was told that the front mount needs software tuning but perhaps this one would not since the pressures were mostly the same??
thanks
02-01-2002, 06:35 AM
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I think the consensus was that the frame had to be cut in order to make it fit.
I think a FMIC would offer better cooling anyways, since it has a larger opening and more airflow.
02-01-2002, 07:00 AM
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Agree w. both posters...(long and detailed)
The real benefit of a FMIC would be with a fully built-up high boost motor (low compression). It is expensive and a ton of work to do well, but real benefits if you flow a ton of boost: 1.5-2bar.
I'll make the pitch for a much simpler, and upgradable Aquamist water injector. I have no relationship with the company or any retailer.
With the stock kkk03 and a good chip:
1.Get a full downpipe and exhaust.The exhaust will help the top end a bit (limited by turbo then).
2.Run the very best gas you can find, always.
3.Get lightweight rims and top tires (7.5-8")
4.Then play with the fine points.
Fine points: Find a smoother bend intake hose. Get a rebuildable recirc valve. Get a peak hold boost guage, or better still VAG-com. Get a water injection system.
I'll make the pitch for a much simpler, and upgradable Aquamist water injector. I have no relationship with the company or any retailer.
With the stock kkk03 and a good chip:
1.Get a full downpipe and exhaust.The exhaust will help the top end a bit (limited by turbo then).
2.Run the very best gas you can find, always.
3.Get lightweight rims and top tires (7.5-8")
4.Then play with the fine points.
Fine points: Find a smoother bend intake hose. Get a rebuildable recirc valve. Get a peak hold boost guage, or better still VAG-com. Get a water injection system.
02-03-2002, 05:10 AM
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Because its too wide? I remember on one of the S4 forum posts managed to put it w/o changing...
to RS-4 fenders and bumper cover. I know the plumbing has to be modified for sure.
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02-03-2002, 06:05 AM
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lucky for the lot of us you don't do inspection then heh?
there's more than 1 TT and some S2000's and Miata's all running stock equipment
It's only autocross after all
My Avant does the high speed track duty...
It's only autocross after all
My Avant does the high speed track duty...
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