Cooler pipes, also known as intercooler or turbo pipes, are essential components in turbocharged engines that connect the turbocharger to the intercooler and the intercooler to the intake manifold.
They are responsible for carrying compressed air, which is hot after leaving the turbocharger, to the intercooler for cooling and then delivering the cooled air to the engine for combustion.
Here’s a more detailed description:
Function:
Hot-side pipe: Carries hot, compressed air from the turbocharger to the intercooler.
Cold-side pipe: Carries the cooled, denser air from the intercooler to the engine’s intake manifold.
Key Features:
Material: Commonly made of aluminum, stainless steel, or silicone.
Aluminum is popular due to its balance of strength, weight, and heat conductivity.
Stainless steel is known for its durability and ability to withstand high temperatures and pressures.
Silicone is used in boots and couplers for flexibility and sealing.
Construction: Can be mandrel-bent for smooth airflow and optimized performance.
Connections: Often include reinforced silicone boots and T-bolt clamps for secure and leak-free connections.
Benefits:
Improved Engine Performance:
By cooling the intake air, intercooler pipes help increase air density, which leads to more efficient combustion and improved throttle response.
Reduced Intake Air Temperatures:
Effective cooling of the compressed air helps prevent engine knock and potential damage.
Enhanced Turbocharger Efficiency:
By reducing the temperature of the intake air, intercooler pipes can help the turbocharger operate more efficiently.
Increased Durability:
Upgraded intercooler pipes, especially those made of metal, can withstand higher boost pressures and temperatures compared to stock components.
GTR35 Cooler and Turbo Pipes
GTR35 Cooler and Turbo Pipes
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