CTS Turbo 2004-2013 Audi A3 (8P) Front Mount Intercooler Kit – Direct Fit

DESCRIPTION

The CTS A3 2.0T Direct Fit FMIC Kit is designed as a drop in replacement for the OEM front mounted intercooler (FMIC).  That means you can install this kit without any trimming or modification of the bumper.  The OEM FMIC is adequate for stock boost levels, however once boost levels are increased by way of ECU upgrades/chipping the OEM FMIC struggles to keep the charged air temperatures in check.  Higher charged air temperatures can result in boost cut and timing pull, both reducing the amount of power your vehicle produces.

The CTS direct fit FMIC uses a high efficiency bar and plate intercooler core, which aids in reducing pressure drop.  Reducing pressure drop means that your turbo will not have to work as hard to make a given level of boost.  If your turbo makes 30psi of boost pressure in the turbocharger, and your intercooler has a 10psi pressure drop then the boost measured by your ECU would be (30psi – 10psi) = 20psi.  With an efficient FMIC like the CTS direct fit FMIC your turbo does not have to work as hard to reach desired boost levels.  This is beneficial in two ways, the turbo life expectancy is increased due to more efficient operation, and boost leaving the turbocharger is cooler and more dense resulting in more power to the ground.

Product Details:

– Efficient bar and plate construction
– Low pressure drop
– Maintains factory mounting points
– No trimming of bumper or crash supports
– Rated for power levels in excess of 600HP
– Core dimensions: 23.00 Length x 2.00″ Tall x 16.5″ Height
– Cast aluminium high efficiency end tanks

Will not fit 2014+ Audi A3/S3 (8V)

Brand

CTS Turbo

CTS Turbo is an industry-leading performance parts manufacturer. With over 10 years in VW and Audi performance, CTS has mastered the craft and has expanded across multiple makes, including BMW, Toyota, Mini, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Ford. Their mission is to make horsepower affordable. Offering bolt on solutions for everything from the DIY garage build to the clean room built Dyno queen, and everything in between.