Intercooler

Beat the Heat Soak: A Guide to Upgraded Intercoolers

In the UAE's demanding climate, the factory intercooler is often the weakest link in a tuned car. When it gets overwhelmed with heat (a condition known as heat soak), your engine's ECU cuts power to protect itself, and performance plummets. A high-efficiency intercooler is the solution, ensuring consistently low charge air temperatures (CAT) and reliable power. This guide will help you choose the right cooling solution.

Step 1: Choose Your Solution (Filter by "Product type")

Your choice depends on whether you need a direct-fit solution or components for a custom build. Use our "Product type" filter:

• Intercoolers Kits: This is the most popular choice. These are complete, vehicle-specific, bolt-on kits from brands like CSF and Wagner Tuning. They include the intercooler, mounting hardware, and often upgraded piping for a seamless installation.
• Intercoolers: This filter shows universal intercooler cores. This is for custom projects where a direct-fit kit is not available, or for race car fabricators who need a specific core size.
• Intercooler Piping: Upgraded piping kits offer larger diameters and smoother mandrel bends to reduce pressure drop and improve airflow between the turbo, intercooler, and engine.

Step 2: Understanding Core Design — Bar-and-Plate vs. Tube-and-Fin

The internal construction of the intercooler core determines its performance. This is the key difference between an OEM part and a true performance upgrade.