Fmic replacement

Big_daddy

Going going gone.....
Oct 20, 2006
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Just want replace the fmic on k1but most of the kits are dual Eg adds on another ccooler for which I don't like....will be fine to get fmic cooler larger one and bypass the oem cooler.. So I justt be using new fmic with its own piping... And I just block the oem off..
 

AndrewJB

Friend to SEAT UK & Cupra Racing
Aug 16, 2007
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Maranello
The OEM FMIC is pretty good unless you are pushing the car very hard on Stage2+

The easiest upgrade is the S3 intercooler which replaces the OEM Cupra one

Other ones such as THS,APR and Eurojet exist aswell which replace the OEM one

but unless your pushing the car hard on Stage2+ i wouldn't bother upgrading
 

Big_daddy

Going going gone.....
Oct 20, 2006
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Well car stock map Atm but be going stage 2 plus... The oem cooler showing temps of 33 ± degrees ..
 

AndrewJB

Friend to SEAT UK & Cupra Racing
Aug 16, 2007
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The older S3 coolers have metal ends, its the newer S3 intercollers (as found on my car) that have the plastic ends again.
 

w8scc

Kasper the K1
Apr 16, 2009
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Leicester
I need answers ...

Hi all .. Right I am about to go stage 2+... I want to upgrade intercooler ... What am I buying .. Is the THS worth it? Is the s3 cooler better value for money considering? 360 bhp.. Does it need the THS.. It was 18c earlier and my intake temp was around 36.. Is that bad.. Would an s3 make a difference or would a THS be better?..

Many questions.. Someone please just put me straight !!!
 

lc_allan

Northern Monkey
Sep 15, 2006
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The Airtec is a decent and cheaper alternative. (Than THS) No issues with mine and it is quality made.
Customer service is also excellent :thumbup:

http://www.autospecialists.co.uk/Ne...SI---Pro-Series-Satin-Black-Product-1072.html

Also available in silver, coloured hoses etc...

Could be marketing buff, but noted:

* Moulded end tanks instead of Restrictive Plastic pressed end tanks ‘these can leak’ (S3 Has alloy end tanks, but smaller diameter pipes and smaller core thickness than Airtec Intercooler.
 
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w8scc

Kasper the K1
Apr 16, 2009
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Leicester
Can anyone tell me if I have to do any chopping with any of the coolers ? Do I have to trim any bumper. ??
 
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