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PDI expedition Landcruiser used in demanding touring conditions
Performance Diesel Intercoolers Australia

Diesel Intercoolers & 4WD Performance Upgrades Australia

Performance Diesel Intercoolers supplies intercoolers and cooling solutions designed for diesel 4WD vehicles operating in demanding Australian conditions. Built for towing, touring and off-road use, our range is focused on maintaining reliable performance under sustained load.

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Toyota Landcruiser 300 Series with PDI performance upgrades
High Performance Diesel Intercoolers in Australia

Intercooler performance with no compromise in durability.

Our range is developed for diesel vehicles where cooling efficiency, consistent power and durability matter – from daily driving to towing, touring and high-load 4WD use.

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Toyota Landcruiser VDJ79 used for PDI performance development
Real-world testing

High Performance Diesel Intercoolers in Africa.

PDI has supplied upgrade parts to companies and private owners across Africa and toured there in 2024 in its own modified Landcruiser. The same products are built to be used, tested and trusted well beyond the workshop.

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PDI modified Landcruiser built for long-distance touring
Built to travel

From Tibet through western China, Laos, Thailand & Malaysia.

In 2023, PDI travelled through demanding terrain and high-altitude conditions – the kind of real-world use that continues to influence its diesel performance development.

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PDI Toyota Landcruiser used for touring and performance upgrades
South America – 2025

A modified 105 with FTE power and a 6R80 6-speed auto conversion.

In April-May 2025 PDI sent a modified 105 to South America to demonstrate confidence in the package and put the conversion and supporting upgrades through extensive touring conditions.

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Performance Diesel Intercoolers

Looking for a high-quality intercooler that delivers reliable performance under Australian driving conditions?

Performance Diesel Intercoolers design and supply intercooler upgrades and supporting diesel 4WD components for Toyota Land Cruiser Wagons and 70 Series, Hilux and Prado, Nissan Patrol, Isuzu D-Max and MU-X, Holden Colorado and the Ford Ranger PX to Next Gen.

Our PDI intercoolers are designed to improve cooling efficiency and maintain consistent engine response across towing, touring and everyday driving conditions.

We also have developed and sell a range of brake parts for these models as well as other drivetrain components.

Our 6-speed auto conversions for Landcruisers are strong, smooth and reliable.

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Toyota

Land Cruiser 76/78/79/80/100/105/200/300, Prado & Hilux upgrade parts.

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Nissan

Patrol GQ, GU Series 1-4 intercooler and cooling upgrades.

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Ford

Ranger PX Series & Next Gen / Everest performance cooling kits.

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Isuzu

D-Max & MU-X RC/RG intercooler and transmission cooler kits.

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Shop the main product categories already available on the PDI website, from intercooler and transmission cooling systems through to drivetrain, brakes and touring upgrades.

PDI Toyota Landcruiser VDJ 76 78 79 front mount intercooler kit

Intercooler Kits

Front-mount intercooler systems developed for lower intake temperatures, towing, touring and sustained diesel performance.

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PDI heavy duty transmission cooler kit for Isuzu D-Max MU-X and Mazda BT-50

Transmission Cooler Kits

Heavy-duty transmission cooling solutions for vehicles working hard under towing, touring and off-road load.

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PDI Landcruiser VDJ79 6R80 automatic conversion transmission and torque converter

Auto Conversion (6 Speed)

PDI Landcruiser 6R80 conversion packages developed for smooth, strong and reliable six-speed automatic performance.

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PDI Landcruiser 80 Series cast alloy airbox

Airboxes

High-flow intake and airbox upgrades for selected Landcruiser applications and performance builds.

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PDI 4WD brake upgrade kit for Landcruiser VDJ76 VDJ78 VDJ79

Brakes

Brake booster and braking upgrades to help match the additional weight and performance of modified touring 4WDs.

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PDI front recovery and tow points for Landcruiser 80 105 and 200 Series

Accessories

Supporting performance parts, intake components, monitoring equipment and practical upgrades for PDI builds.

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PDI 3.55 diff ratio crown wheel and pinion set from the Drivetrain category

Drivetrain

Diff gears, transmission and driveline components for traction, gearing and stronger all-round 4WD performance.

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PDI factory locker with TORSEN LSD for Landcruiser rear differential

TORSEN LSD

Gear-based limited-slip differential solutions designed to improve traction while retaining predictable road behaviour.

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The best products for maximum performance, built to cross the harshest places we can find.

  • PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Toyota Landcruiser VDJ 76/78/79 Series

    PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Toyota Landcruiser VDJ 76/78/79 Series

    Price range: $2,200.00 through $2,595.00 incl. GST
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  • PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Toyota Hilux N70 1KD

    PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Toyota Hilux N70 1KD

    $1,700.00 incl. GST
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  • PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Nissan GU Patrol Series 1/2/3 GU/ZD30 DI/TD42

    PDI Front Mount Intercooler Kit suit Nissan GU Patrol Series 1/2/3 GU/ZD30 DI/TD42

    Price range: $1,800.00 through $2,320.00 incl. GST
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  • NEW PRODUCT: Factory Locker with TORSEN LSD Suit Landcruiser REAR

    NEW PRODUCT: Factory Locker with TORSEN LSD Suit Landcruiser REAR

    $1,600.00 incl. GST
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Why Buy From Performance Diesel Intercoolers?

When it comes to upgrading your diesel 4WD, Performance Diesel Intercoolers delivers products developed through years of real-world testing and engineering experience.

Australian-designed PDI intercooler systems built for demanding conditions.

Premium PDI Intercoolers engineered for superior cooling efficiency.

Suitable for towing, touring, off-road driving and everyday use.

Designed to reduce intake temperatures and help control EGTs.

Supports mild performance upgrades through to high-powered diesel builds.

Compatible with leading 4WD models including Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Isuzu and Holden.

Proven reliability through extensive testing and continuous product development.

Australia-wide shipping and knowledgeable customer support.

About Our Intercoolers

Performance Diesel Intercoolers for Diesel 4WDs

Looking for a high-quality intercooler that delivers reliable performance under Australian driving conditions? A quality intercooler plays a vital role in improving the efficiency and reliability of your turbo diesel engine. Reducing the temperature of compressed air before it enters the engine increases air density, allowing for more efficient combustion and consistent power delivery.

At Performance Diesel Intercoolers, every system is designed with real-world Australian conditions in mind. Whether you’re towing a caravan across the country, tackling challenging tracks or simply commuting every day, PDI intercoolers help maintain stable intake temperatures and reduce heat soak.

We focus on vehicle-specific solutions that deliver excellent airflow, efficient heat exchange and long-term durability. Suitable for Landcruiser, Hilux, Prado, Patrol, Ranger, D-Max, MU-X and Colorado models, these upgrades are built to support both factory vehicles and modified performance builds.

Toyota Landcruiser with Performance Diesel Intercoolers upgrades
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

PDI kits are developed around large, durable cores, stainless pipework, quality silicone hoses and reliable clamps, with the complete system designed for demanding off-road and high-load diesel 4WD use.
Effective intercooling lowers intake temperatures and can significantly reduce exhaust gas temperatures under load. With a correctly functioning cooling system, fitting a front-mount intercooler should not cause an increase in engine coolant temperature.
A reliable turbo 1HZ setup depends on a well-matched early-spool turbo, sensible fuelling, efficient intercooling, a healthy cooling system and avoiding sustained rich mixtures at low rpm.
Thermo fans can help at idle and low road speed, but for sustained towing and touring a front-mount intercooler receives direct vehicle-speed airflow and avoids much of the heat soak associated with mounting a cooler above the engine.
There can be a theoretical increase from extra intake volume, but PDI’s testing and sizing approach is intended to minimise it. The benefit of cooler, denser charge air under load outweighs the small difference in spool response.
PDI focuses on continuously removing heat from the intake charge rather than relying on the intercooler mass to absorb short temperature peaks. A front-mount positioned in direct airflow can recover from heat soak quickly.
PDI uses cast alloy end tanks where needed to maximise core size and optimise flow around bodywork and other components. In a properly functioning front-mount system the cold side remains strongly influenced by ambient airflow.
It is a PDI development and adventure vehicle that has been used for real-world travel, testing and product development in demanding conditions.
Cooler, denser intake air helps maintain consistent engine response and combustion efficiency. On modified engines it also provides more thermal headroom for performance tuning.
Towing creates sustained thermal load. A well-designed front-mount intercooler helps control intake temperatures and heat soak over long climbs, hot days and repeated high-load operation.
Turbo-diesel 4WDs used for towing, touring, off-road driving or performance work benefit most, particularly vehicles limited by small factory intercoolers or heat-soak-prone top-mount layouts.
Not by size alone. The goal is an efficient core that removes heat with acceptable pressure drop. Lower intake temperatures help an engine maintain power and support safe tuning where appropriate.
An unnecessarily large or poorly designed intercooler can increase pressure drop and intake volume. PDI sizes systems around the vehicle, available space, airflow and engine requirements.
Yes. Reducing compressed-air temperature increases air density and can allow a cooler, more efficient combustion event, helping reduce EGTs under comparable load.
Diesel 4WDs commonly use either a top-mount intercooler above the engine or a front-mount intercooler behind the grille. PDI specialises in vehicle-specific front-mount systems and conversions.

Returns & Refunds

At Performance Diesel Intercoolers, we stand behind the quality of every product we supply. If you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may request a return within 30 days.

To qualify, products must be unused, returned in their original packaging and accompanied by proof of purchase. Once we receive and inspect it, we’ll notify you of the outcome via email. Approved refunds will be processed back to your original payment method.

Original shipping costs, credit card fees and transaction fees are non-refundable. A nominal restocking fee may apply to cover inspection and repackaging where required. Visit our returns & refunds page for more information.

Shipping & Delivery

Performance Diesel Intercoolers ships Australia-wide to ensure customers receive their products quickly and securely.

Performance Diesel Intercoolers
9 Century Rd,
Malaga, WA, 6090

Include a note explaining the reason for the return along with your contact details. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs. For valuable items, we recommend using a tracked shipping service and purchasing shipping insurance. Visit our shipping and delivery page for more information.