Initially designed by CSF R&D partner RK Autowerks using state-of-the art 3D scanning and prototyping equipment, we incorporated a massive custom-spec CSF bar/plate air-to-water core that is 68% larger than the OEM unit. Voodoo Autosport was then consulted to further enhance the design for a complete drop-in fit installation that is truly plug-and-play. Lastly, but not least, CSF reached out to the best tuners of the world's fastest McLarens, M Engineering, to performance test the coolers. Final results: 99% efficiency (vs. OEM 94%) along with lower pressure drop across the cooling system.CSF's core technology is also more resistant to heat soak compared to the OEM plate-type intercooler core.
Not only is the core proven to lower IATs, but also maintains a more consistent lower average temperature - this is ideal for achieving optimal performance on vehicles with larger/upgraded turbochargers as well as maintaining maximum efficiency during racing or demanding driving conditions with repeated pulls such as at the drag strip or half-mile events. Performance testing resulted in lower outlet air temperatures from the CSF Intercoolers, showing almost no increase in intake air temperatures during the entire course of the dyno pull.Not only do the CSF Intercoolers perform better than the OEM, but also decrease the pressure drop at high air mass flow as well.
The OEM intercooler system resulted in approximately 1.0psi of pressure drop vs. the improved performance of CSF's upgraded intercooler kit showing approximately 0.75psi of pressure drop.