How about using electric thermo fans to get your top mount intercooler working?
This has been a successful way to overcome the heat rising from the engine and it is standard to have one or two of these fitted under the intercooler on most quality top mounted units. We don’t consider these a great long term option for those looking for large power increases from more fuel and […]
Top Mounted Intercoolers
The installation of a top mounted intercooler has a certain cool factor in that you get a tough looking bulge in the bonnet. From a heat exchange perspective, it is not all that cool. From a safety perspective, since the bonnet is part of the impact zone and passenger protection the introduction of a hole, cutting […]
PDI 100 series kit information
At PDI we ensure our products are optimally designed for max efficiency. This means big core options and suitably sized and configured piping kits. Our 100 series intercoolers are the largest we can fit in the front of the 100/105 between the headlights – while some might argue that a larger cooler can be placed […]
Difference between Air-to-Air and Air-to-Water Intercoolers.
Air to water intercoolers were an ideal choice where packaging was limited and were found in a Subaru WRX and the Toyota GT4 amongst other models. The Ford F250 Lightning also had an air water intercooler as it allowed it to sit under the superchanger in the middle of the V8. The water in the […]
Why we use Bar and Plate Intercoolers
We use bar-and-plate intercoolers because they offer excellent strength, durability and cooling performance compared to other designs. Their solid construction allows them to handle higher boost pressures and harsher conditions without deforming or failing, making them ideal for high performance applications. The internal design also promotes efficient heat transfer, helping to keep intake temperatures lower […]
Next Generation Ford Ranger is in the shop for Intercooler Upgrade and Transmission Cooler
We have started the design for an Next Generation Ford Ranger upgraded intercooler and transmission cooler. While the space at the front looks huge there are some challenges and we are excited with the design so far. This will be the largest transmission cooler you will see fitted to the any Ford Ranger. In fact […]
1HZ overheating? …………..again.
The 1HZ has a great reputation for a solid worker. It also has a history of cracked heads and pistons with the early turbo systems with plenty of experiences of overheating. The 1HZ is Toyota’s indirect injection 4.2L, as opposed to the 1HD series that are all direct injection. Toyota’s casting is very good […]
PDI Transmission cooler for Isuzu NPS and NPR AMT
We got the call mid 2022 from a company reporting major overheating issues with the auto in the NPS AMT. Customers having to pull over and “wait an hour” or water hissing when used to cool the transmission down. The company knew we were about to throw the cat amongst the pigeons with our new […]
What’s the impact of a FMIC on EGT and engine coolant temperatures?
Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) is measured in either the exhaust manifold or exhaust pipe. It is an indication of cylinder combustion temperature and will never be as high as actual combustion temperatures due to dissipation of heat into the cylinder head and pistons. On diesels, a fuel rich burn will result in higher combustion temperatures. […]
Why Performance Diesel Intercoolers
The PDI kits were developed to optimise the front mount installations and get the best components for the best flow. A key aspect is that these are designed for off-road vehicles for those who want to take their 4WD into some of the harshest locations possible while providing trouble free performance. We use the largest cores […]