I'm familiar with the use
of air intercoolers / charge air coolers to cool the intake charge (usually on turbocharged engines).
Not exact matches
Aspirated by an oil - free
air compressor, this extremely low level
of atmospheric oil is washed away by the condensate in the
intercooler and aftercooler.
It proved to be a «defect on the
air line between the turbo and the
intercooler» which caused the No. 5 car to slow, allowing the No. 2 car
of Jani into the lead.
Further power gains have been garnered thanks to a water spray system that dowses the
intercooler with water to help reduce the temperature
of the charge
air.
All
of the
air hoses on the turbo and
intercooler should be checked for leakage as an easy first step, as well as any damage to the
intercooler itself.
Performance gains come courtesy
of a TRD supercharger, a rotor pack,
air - to - water
intercooler, and cat - back exhaust.
The centerpiece
of the car is its supercharged, 6.2 - liter LT4 V - 8, with its cast - aluminum block and heads, forged - steel crankshaft, forged - aluminum pistons, four - lobe Eaton supercharger, and
air - to - water
intercooler.
The aerodynamic work is similarly extensive, with an 80 - percent larger front splitter complete with F1 - style end plates, new side skirts that settle turbulent
air created by the front wheels, larger side
air intakes to feed the
intercoolers (tilted outward to enhance efficiency) and,
of course, the larger airbrake.
It also means that the Exige's originally cosmetic roof scoop is now fully functional, feeding the
intercooler with plenty
of fresh
air.
The water pump for the supercharger's
air - to - liquid
intercooler is plucked from a less likely donor: that bastion
of efficiency, the Volt.
The
intercooler is mounted flat on the top
of the engine and the characteristic scoop forces
air onto it to cool the intake
air.
Assuming all the hoses are good, it's even possible for the stock
intercooler to be separating around the end tanks, if high boost has been run through it for some time (possible explanation for the «big puff
of air and dust... around top - center
of the engine»).
The Magnusson - Eaton supercharger, its
intercooler, and the
air intake, are packaged as one, slotting down into the front
of the engine bay.
When mounted to BBR's own manifold and fed through an
air - to -
air intercooler the set - up boosts power to 210bhp, an increase
of 81bhp over the standard car, while torque swells by 86 lb ft to 197 lb ft.
With 75 per cent
of the intake sustaining the
intercooler and the rest shuffling
air to the turbo, the 1994cc engine made 208bhp; Prodrive later teased out 276bhp for the rabid P1.
At this point the
air is split between flow into the
intercoolers, flow across the top
of the rear deck and a stream that emerges from a small slit above the rear lights.
The extra power over BMW's own V8 applications (the similarly - powerful M760Li instead uses a V12) comes as a result
of airflow optimisation, a wide - bore intake system and uprated pistons and spark plugs, while an
air / water /
air intercooler keeps intake temperatures low.
Air for
intercoolers housed in the leading edge
of the rear fender pods exits around the taillights.
The rear windows have also been angled in towards the centre
of the car to create a vent to supply
air to the engine, while Ruf's signature
air intakes over the rear wheels feed
air to the
intercooler.
A heat -, scratch - and UV - resistant polycarbonate window in the bulge reveals the aluminium top cover
of a wide and low,
air - to - liquid
intercooler whose fluid is itself cooled by the frontmost
of the Corvette's three heat exchangers.
The standard features
of the Volkswagen Atlas 2.0 T S include 2.0 L I - 4 235hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, Side Curtain Protection curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row overhead airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, Climatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SE include 3.0 L V - 6 340hp
intercooled supercharger engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 19» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
The standard features
of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 T S include 1.8 L I - 4 170hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, Climatronic automatic
air conditioning, 16» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the Volkswagen Golf GTI S 2 - Door include 2.0 L I - 4 210hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, Side Curtain Protection curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, Climatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the Volvo XC60 T5 Momentum include Drive - E 2.0 L I - 4 250hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed Geartronic automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), SIPS side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, Instant Traction (TM) all - wheel drive.
The standard features
of the Volkswagen Jetta 1.4 T S include 1.4 L I - 4 150hp
intercooled turbo engine, 5 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, Climatic
air conditioning, 16» steel wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the Subaru WRX Base include 2.0 L H - 4 268hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, all - wheel drive.
The standard features
of the GMC Terrain SL include 1.5 L I - 4 170hp
intercooled turbo engine, 9 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor,
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the BMW 740 i include 3.0 L I - 6 320hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
The standard features
of the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 L V6 Supercharged include 3.0 L V - 6 340hp
intercooled supercharger engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 19» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
The standard features
of the Volkswagen Jetta 1.4 T S include 1.4 L I - 4 147hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor,
air conditioning, 16» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
January 12, 2015, Auburn Hills, Mich. — Adding to the Alfa Romeo brand's legendary racing history and the exciting experience
of open -
air motoring, the all - new 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider debuts with panoramic views complemented with a signature Alfa exhaust note, plus the essential sportiness
of the award - winning 4C Coupe: handcrafted in Modena, Italy; groundbreaking and seductive Italian style; state -
of - the - art Formula 1 inspired carbon fiber monocoque chassis that enables an incredible power - to - weight ratio; advanced technologies, including the all - aluminum 1750 cc turbocharged engine with direct - injection, dual
intercoolers, and variable - valve timing that enable supercar - level performance.
The all - new 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider adds open -
air freedom to the many features already adored on the 4C coupe: handcrafted in Modena, Italy; groundbreaking and seductive Italian style; state -
of - the - art Formula 1 - inspired carbonfibre monocoque chassis that enables an incredible power - to - weight ratio; advanced technologies, including the all - aluminum 1750 turbocharged and
intercooled engine with direct - injection and variable - valve timing that enable supercar - level performance.
In HSV's tune, it'll pump out an eye - watering 636 hp and 601 lb - ft
of torque courtesy
of an
air - to - liquid
intercooler, a gen - 6 supercharger, stainless - steel headers and a few other tweaks.
The standard features
of the Audi S3 2.0 T Premium Plus include 2.0 L I - 4 292hp
intercooled turbo engine, 7 - speed Tiptronic auto - shift manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, SIDEGUARD curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, quattro all - wheel drive.
The standard features
of the Chevrolet Camaro 1LS include 2.0 L I - 4 275hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, driver and passenger side airbag head extension, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, StabiliTrak electronic stability.
The standard features
of the Buick Cascada Base include 1.6 L I - 4 200hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, driver and passenger side airbag head extension, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 20» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
For example, alongside the two ultra-dynamic turbocharger units, the
air intake system
of the six - cylinder engine also includes an indirect
intercooler, maximizing charge pressure and engine output.
The standard features
of the Audi A3 2.0 T Premium include 2.0 L I - 4 186hp
intercooled turbo engine, 7 - speed auto - shift manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, SIDEGUARD curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
Adding to the Alfa Romeo brand's legendary racing history and the exciting experience
of open -
air motoring, the all - new 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider debuts with panoramic views complemented with a signature Alfa exhaust note, plus the essential sportiness
of the award - winning 4C Coupe: handcrafted in Modena, Italy; groundbreaking and seductive Italian style; state -
of - the - art Formula 1 inspired carbon fibre monocoque chassis that enables an incredible power - to - weight ratio; advanced technologies, including the all - aluminum 1750 cc turbocharged engine with direct - injection, dual
intercoolers, and variable - valve timing that enable supercar - level performance.
The standard features
of the BMW 330 i xDrive include 2.0 L I - 4 248hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, all - wheel drive.
The standard features
of the Chevrolet Cruze L Manual include 1.4 L I - 4 153hp
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, rear side - impact airbag, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor,
air conditioning, 15» steel wheels, ABS and driveline traction control, StabiliTrak electronic stability, power mirrors.
The standard features
of the Audi A6 2.0 T Premium include 2.0 L I - 4 252hp
intercooled turbo engine, 7 - speed S tronic auto - shift manual transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
The standard features
of the FIAT 500L Pop include 1.4 L I - 4 160hp MultiAir
intercooled turbo engine, 6 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor,
air conditioning, 16» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The standard features
of the BMW 540d xDrive include 3.0 L I - 6 261hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), integrated navigation system, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 18» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control.
The standard features
of the BMW 330e iPerformance include 2.0 L I - 4 247hp hybrid gas
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The output is courtesy engineering tricks like a weight - optimized forged crankshaft, forged pistons with low - friction rings,
air - to - water
intercooling and peak boost
of 26 psi.
The front end receives an entirely new bumper, fenders and new
air fins on each side
of the nose are in place to direct
air to the
intercoolers.
The standard features
of the Jaguar XE 20d Premium include 2.0 L I - 4 180hp
intercooled turbo engine, 8 - speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic
air conditioning, 17» aluminum wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability.
The belt - driven (off the crankshaft) Eaton supercharger utilizes twin impellers, to compress incoming
air via a serpentine «Cobra Duct» intake, and twin
intercoolers to cool it down to best optimize charging
of the increased airmass being forced into the cylinders via higher - capacity injectors.