FMIC Too big for evo3 16g?

[mrtalon40]

I was wondering I have just got my TSI and its has some mods on it seeing maybe 315hp, just wanted to know is this FMIC too big for that 16g? shall I get something a little smaller?

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[Boo5t_Addict]

Absolutely not. Keep that intercooler. If you ever decide to upgrade your turbo, then you will be glad that you kept the large front mount. And even if you don't upgrade your turbo, at least you have an efficient intercooler for when you begin to up the boost. 1 psi or so of pressure drop is well worth the cooling ability. The only thing I'd worry about is the possibility of overheating during the summertime, but some slimline fans oughta solve that problem. In conclusion, keep what you've got. I would never downgrade to a smaller front mount.

 

[Boo5t_Addict]

One thing I just noticed though, is that you're venting to the atmosphere. Read the FAQ and you'll see why this is an idea that is just not smart. Unless you have a Maf-t in blow through, in which case vent away

 

[coeclipse12]

that intercooler looks very very nice. and I agree u should keep the bigger one I have recently bought a 28x10x3 fmic and hard pipes with like Tial BOV and it works amazing with my evo III16G ... and the last thing... venting to open atmosphere that's a HUGE debate on here. I wouldn't worry about it. I have running open since 03' and never had a problem... they same it wash's the oil down... No way... not in my case any way and car still runs string... the point is u should read up on it and make a decision for your self have fun .

 

[vaboys2ndgen]

I ran the xspower fmic which is pretty damn big itself on a ported 14b no issues at all.

 

[kmoore]

There is no "debate" about venting.... you shouldn't if you can't do it properly. Plain and simple

 

[1AWD90]

Maybe its just me but it looks like your missing an exhaust manifold bolt on your far right cylinder. Also if your not running headers I suggest putting some heat shields back on before your o-rings on your powersteering pump give up on you. Then the fluid leaks onto the alt burning the resistor out and possibly frying your ecu

 

[Marcus92]

I have the same FMIC kit on my car and I love it. Turbo still has a nice spool time and after a hard drive at 18psi the other day I checked my endtanks and the pipe after the core was ice cold still.

 

[mrtalon40]

I am getting ready to buy a 2g exhaust manifold, there is a maf-t on there thats why is vented to the atmosphere! I just bought it how it came is how it is, I was asking about the FMIC to reduce lag maybe, it is spooling at 2600, I guess with that FMIC that is not bad!

 

[JrCRXHF]

keep the intercooler just update/upgrade your radiator if need be.

Cooler air is always better esp if you run on pump gas.

look at my sig for my intercooler size on a EVO 3 16g.

 

[ChvyKc]

I agree, keep the intercooler. I ran a core similar in size on my B16G. Definately change the venting problem though.

 

[mrtalon40]

keep the intercooler just update/upgrade your radiator if need be.

Cooler air is always better esp if you run on pump gas.

look at my sig for my intercooler size on a EVO 3 16g.

i guess I will be ok with it! Its a Punishment Racing Front Mount, previous owner had to cut the front bumper so it will fit but i will adjust all in time cause I wanna convert to a 92 up!

 

[mrtalon40]

I agree, keep the intercooler. I ran a core similar in size on my B16G. Definately change the venting problem though.

Even with the 2g maf and maf-t?

 

[oldman420]

Maybe its just me but it looks like your missing an exhaust manifold bolt on your far right cylinder. Also if your not running headers I suggest putting some heat shields back on before your o-rings on your powersteering pump give up on you. Then the fluid leaks onto the alt burning the resistor out and possibly frying your ecu

I wonder if that is why my power steering pump gushes, i thought i was missing a crush washer on the high pressure side but i dont have a heat shield and the guy who sold it to me didn't give me the dang thing. is my pump gone?

 

[1AWD90]

It's hard to say without seeing where its leaking but I would put money on it that your o-rings are shot. I would get it taken care of asap before you wreak more things like the expensive ecu. However, if its not nosie and still seems to work fine I would just go and order the o-rings. Good luck with that man. And oh yeah pick your self up a heat shield. It may look cool without it but, it hurts more things then you think like baking your turbo...

 

[mrtalon40]

see my power steering has its own heat sheild so I think that should help cause its bin fine!

 

[oldman420]

Yah i think i am going to heat wrap them.
May explain why my exhaust temps are so high.

 

[mrtalon40]

So is a tubular manifold gonna help with the temp under there?

 

[1AWD90]

see my power steering has its own heat sheild so I think that should help cause its bin fine!

Its not just the power steering that no heat sheild effect its everything around your manifold. I can guarantee if you compare your car with one and without one your engine temp will be lower on the one with one when the cars sitting in traffic. No heat shield also puts alot of excess heat on your turbo. Trust me I found out the hard way on all of this.

 

[mrtalon40]

Its not just the power steering that no heat sheild effect its everything around your manifold. I can guarantee if you compare your car with one and without one your engine temp will be lower on the one with one when the cars sitting in traffic. No heat shield also puts alot of excess heat on your turbo. Trust me I found out the hard way on all of this.

guess i have to go and buy one! is a tubular manifold gonna help any? I rather have one of those they look real nice to!

 

[1AWD90]

Yes, there job it to create a better flow and to dissipate heat faster. Some people run them without header wrap and some people run them with. My opinon I would run them with the wrap seeing that its cheap and safe insurance. Also a header sits closer to other mechanical parts in the car. But hey thats just my .02 you can ask other people for there input.

 

[mrtalon40]

Yes, there job it to create a better flow and to dissipate heat faster. Some people run them without header wrap and some people run them with. My opinon I would run them with the wrap seeing that its cheap and safe insurance. Also a header sits closer to other mechanical parts in the car. But hey thats just my .02 you can ask other people for there input.

i was just about to order some i liked but the vender is out of stock it was 40%off! pissed me off! I might heat wrap them depending on how easy there are cause the last thing I wrapped was a Xmas gift!

 

[RMeadows]

Maybe its just me but it looks like your missing an exhaust manifold bolt on your far right cylinder. Also if your not running headers I suggest putting some heat shields back on before your o-rings on your powersteering pump give up on you. Then the fluid leaks onto the alt burning the resistor out and possibly frying your ecu

Is putting the nut on that one stud THAT important? I've never been able to reach the damn thing

Also, since we're discussing heat shields, how important is the lower on in comparison to the upper one that goes around the manifold? I've never had the lower one, previous owner said it wouldn't work with the setup I have. I've never noticed any problems without it. Always run the upper one though because one time I ran without it and popped the hood and the heat under the hood was ridiculous

 

[DJYoshaBYD]

hate to be that guy that chimes in, but yeah.. dont vent to atmosphere if you are not running a GM MAF and a MAF translator... you will be running rich because your computer will see, let's say, 10 parts air, and then before it gets to the head, you blow off 1 part... now you have gas getting injected for 10 parts air, but its only getting 9 parts... people can run them without really having a problem, but they are few and far between.. and it only takes a lil look at a datalogger to see what it is doing to your A/F ration, regardless of whether or not you feel it...

 

[1AWD90]

Is putting the nut on that one stud THAT important? I've never been able to reach the damn thing

Also, since we're discussing heat shields, how important is the lower on in comparison to the upper one that goes around the manifold? I've never had the lower one, previous owner said it wouldn't work with the setup I have. I've never noticed any problems without it. Always run the upper one though because one time I ran without it and popped the hood and the heat under the hood was ridiculous

I'm not exactly sure what nut your talking about. However, if it is one that bolts the manifold to the head yes its very important. Or if its the stud on the 02 housing thats equally important. Without them your likely to have an exhaust leak and thats not a good thing when you got a turbo. Also, as far as the lower heat shield goes its not as important as the upper and you can probably get away without it but having it there isnt going to hurt anything either.