Intercooler Size

[awsniper]

I am about to purchase a GT35R turbo, and i was just wondering if a 24X12X3 intercooler be good enough to keep my charge temps down, or should I go for something just a bit bigger?

[Warrtalon]

Well, I don't think of FMICs just in terms of their exact dimensions. I think it's best to go with an intercooler that is proven to make great power in conjunction with a GT35R like the Buschur Race FMIC (there are others, too).

[turbolarry]

Originally Posted by Warrtalon

Well, I don't think of FMICs just in terms of their exact dimensions.

Exactly. Size is only one aspect. Pressure drop, it's ability to absorb heat, it's ability to shed that heat, flow rate, construction are all things to consider.
A GT35R is an efficent wheel, it's 25 psi isn't going to be as hot as the stock turbo's 25 psi.
A few things that I've learned;
Tube and fin is lighter than bar and plate.
Bar and plate absorbs more heat than tube and fin, but sheds it slower.
Tube and fin absorbs a little less heat than bar and plate, but sheds it faster.
Pay attention to end tank design; cast endtanks with radiuses flow better than sheet metal with sharp corners.
Tube and fin is stronger and more repairable than bar and plate.
Here's some good stuff too;
http://www.are.com.au/techtalk/intec...20Intercoolers

[awsniper]

Ok thanks for the input guys. im looking at a bar an plate from TurboXS, but i was also leaning torwads getting the GT-R Drag fmic. Thanks again

[Warrtalon]

I highly recommend going with a PROVEN FMIC that has comparison data, dyno numbers, and track times. TXS is cheap and not that great, especially for a huge turbo. I have no idea what a GT-R is, but if it's good, then maybe it will work.