Radiators

philster_d · December 17, 2005, 13:22

What size approx is the mk3 front radiator ?

Is there room for a second one behind ? is there actualy a second one available eg for air con ?

I have seen one at 11" by 8" on sale that might work with my planned set up I wonder if it would fit....

Thanks guys,
Phil

markiii · December 17, 2005, 14:18

aircon rad actually fits in front of the main rad on cars that have it.

should be fine for your intercooler purposes,

I beleive that was how MPHs used to work, Martin care to comment?

philster_d · December 17, 2005, 14:21

I might just take a punt on this, thx mark.

markiii · December 17, 2005, 14:24

no probs, just reread my post though, and I should add I beleive that was Martins location, I don't think it was teh aircon rad he used though.

kanujunkie · December 17, 2005, 15:43

wont there be issues with the length of the pipe runs?

aaronjb · December 17, 2005, 16:09

Quote from: "kanujunkie"wont there be issues with the length of the pipe runs?

I'm assuming that Phil is planning a chargecooler setup, rather than a front mount intercooler (so no issues with pipework length)..

A FMIC would be a little odd IMHO on a rear engined car (not impossible, but you'd drop a huge amount of boost over a pipe run that long, and possibly run into engine management issues as the MAF would be quite out of 'sync' compared to what was entering the pistons if it was a draw-through MAF)

philster_d · December 17, 2005, 16:26

yes L A G

I got out bid again *arrrr* yes chargecooler *cries*

BenF · December 19, 2005, 00:49

Phil,

If you need info on my car's Chargecooler setup, drop me a line.

Off the top of my head, the one that is in the car is based on a PWR barrel chargcooler alongside the nearside of the engine, between the engine and the Battery. Its been custom fabricated with a 90 degree elbow to mate up to the intake side of the engine, and an extra 5th injector on that elbow to add fuel as needed.

I (think) the front radiator on mine is from a small Fiat - it goes in front of the existing rads, and is about half their width. Installing and operating a Chargecooler setup is a top idea to maximise power and reduce the risk of det.

It has to be said though that bleeding them and getting them set up right can be a right PITA.

Jap GT300 · December 19, 2005, 08:18

If you are after a small radiator like Ben has described then you'll see half width ones in mk1 fiestas and mk1 golfs. Patent rads for these are very cheap

philster_d · December 19, 2005, 08:59

OK this is what I was trying to buy.

I still might go around a few breakers when I am ready.

Philster.

philster_d · January 4, 2006, 12:29

I am now the proud owner of this.....

hehe vrooooom

Anonymous · January 4, 2006, 13:10

Nope, Can't see it ? ? ?

[edit] Yup now i can [edit]

MR-S Turbo · January 5, 2006, 17:39

I have a rad for the charge cooler but it came as part of a kit. Pics below.

It is mounted in front of the original radiator.

philster_d · January 5, 2006, 18:34

cool thats what im thinking

philster_d · January 6, 2006, 13:51

Yeeee haaaa

My creation is arrived !!!!

Egor throw the switch..... Now!!!

Ill probably bring this stuff along to the christmas meal if anyone wants a peak.

Im 90% well chuffed and 10% worried if it doesnt match up somehow.

Its from a bigger turbo'ed Scooby engine so I cant see why it couldnt flow adequate air for our puny engines.