appearance and function? I just put in a Hahn smic.

[bmoha2]

I just put in a Hahn smic. I am seriously thinking of making the opening on that side of the car larger. Maybe even as big as the size of the front of the Hahn smic. I noticed the intake temps were a lot lower when I had the front clip off. I wonder how much airflow is being restricted by the front clip. I know I know alot of guys will say well why didn't ya just get a fmic instead. I might also have to ask myself that question. Anybody here hacked their front clip? If so can ya post pictures?

 

[Eclipsethis90]

Pleanty of us have trimmed our bumpers to make the FMICs fit and I do not see why you can't do the same for yourself and your SMIC. I have personally seen the inner fender skirt (Behind the IC) have a large opening cut in it and chicken wire put in it to maximize flow through the IC. As for the front,t ake a little masking tape and mask off the desired area to see if you would like the athestics of the new hole and cut it with a dremel if you like it. Have you checked the VFAQ for some other ideas?

 

[staticbrainwash]

I think what he means is that at least hacking for a fmic is going to be symmetrical. Not for a sidemount. Not to mention how much ugly crap you're going to see by hacking out enough to open that smic up.

I agree, just run it how it is, improve the ducting to it, clear out the back behind it, or. . . just sell it and get a fmic.

 

[Defiant]

Start with some lowly duct tape and make all the air coming in the side vent go through the intercooler. You may get enough payoff just in stopping spillover; if it works, build some permanent ducting from aluminum flashing or the like. Also, try opening up the vents in the fenderwell so the air can escape through the IC.

 

[bmoha2]

I cut the inner fender well to match the size of the Hahn smic so at least on the back of it the air is flowing freely If I cut the front clip to match the size of the smic I wouldn't want to leave it unfinished. i would want to possibly fiberglass