pics of the vr speed fmic

[coryf1233]

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let me know what you think

 

[brian9397gsx]

looks pretty good, how much do those kits go for?

 

[coryf1233]

with the additional j pipe i paid 345 or so..i believe, dont quote me tho

 

[nyTalonTsi]

Nice setup
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[nytescion]

So is this what the huge thread is all about? this kit? Isn't it the same/similar as the PR kit?

 

[stevestevesteve]

imo put some mesh in front of it so you dont bend all the fins.

EDIT: not the ricer mesh but something like this

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[Lumix315]

So is this what the huge thread is all about? this kit? Isn't it the same/similar as the PR kit?

No. They are not the same. Spend some time researching both manufacturers kits and make your own educated decision. I, personally, feel that the VR Speed kits are better quality. Tailored to fit each car, as far as I know. I followed the thread for the 2g kits and I know that after the initial group buy, revisions were made to the entire kit that made it, strictly, a bolt-on affair. I'm not sure if they've made any revisions for the 1g kits, as I have not followed the progress. However, Tiago's overall customer service is top notch. He's a good guy. His intercooler kits are a GREAT bang-for-your-buck buy.

 

[AndrewD5418]

The core looks a tad smaller than my ETS.. Is it?

imo put some mesh in front of it so you dont bend all the fins.

EDIT: not the ricer mesh but something like this

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Ricer mesh? Is your definition of richer mesh chicken fence? Heh.

 

[coryf1233]

its not the tallest core out there, ill be honest, its decently size from endtank to endtank its pretty thick as well.. 3.5 inches

 

[whe3ls]

looks good. ive been trying to decide between the PR and the VR kit

 

[Side_Show]

do you have a better front pic of how you relocated the Power steering hardlines?

 

[MidnightTSI]

It looks really nice.

The only complaint I would have is the huge coupler that attaches to the TB elbow looks kind of ghetto. I will probably have a piece welded on to extend the piping so that the coupler isn't so long. To me that doesn't look very clean. Although I do have a ton of couplers on my current setup . But you can't beat this kit for the price.

Mine is supposed to be shipping Tuesday

 

[Theo90TSIAWD]

How much of the top side of your intercooler is covered by your bumper?

 

[Red97Eclipseboy]

No. They are not the same. Spend some time researching both manufacturers kits and make your own educated decision. I, personally, feel that the VR Speed kits are better quality. Tailored to fit each car, as far as I know. I followed the thread for the 2g kits and I know that after the initial group buy, revisions were made to the entire kit that made it, strictly, a bolt-on affair. I'm not sure if they've made any revisions for the 1g kits, as I have not followed the progress. However, Tiago's overall customer service is top notch. He's a good guy. His intercooler kits are a GREAT bang-for-your-buck buy.

They're both from over-seas, nonetheless.

 

[AndrewD5418]

do you have a better front pic of how you relocated the Power steering hardlines?

Whenever I do a fmic on mine I just remove the cooler. I find it pretty much useless. You just loop the lines. At least that's what I recall I do.

 

[Side_Show]

thanks Morpherex that's what i was gonna do but wasn't use if there would be any ill affect.

 

[nytescion]

No. They are not the same. Spend some time researching both manufacturers kits and make your own educated decision. I, personally, feel that the VR Speed kits are better quality. Tailored to fit each car, as far as I know. I followed the thread for the 2g kits and I know that after the initial group buy, revisions were made to the entire kit that made it, strictly, a bolt-on affair. I'm not sure if they've made any revisions for the 1g kits, as I have not followed the progress. However, Tiago's overall customer service is top notch. He's a good guy. His intercooler kits are a GREAT bang-for-your-buck buy.

PR Kit
-26x8x3.5 Bar and Plate core

VR Speed Kit
Intercooler Core Dimensions: 24"x8"x3.5"

I did say "same/similar". With the group buy the VR speed kit is 100 cheaper. But i'm pretty sure the Pr kit comes with a J-pipe (could be wrong on that one)..

 

[Lumix315]

They're both from over-seas, nonetheless.

True. I'd still go with VR Speed's kit, though. The only reason that I haven't is because I have issues with taking off the core support or cutting into it to make this fit, therefore weakening the support. I was in a car accident a few years ago. Not fun. I pray to never have to experience anything like that again.

PR Kit
-26x8x3.5 Bar and Plate core

VR Speed Kit
Intercooler Core Dimensions: 24"x8"x3.5"

I did say "same/similar". With the group buy the VR speed kit is 100 cheaper. But i'm pretty sure the Pr kit comes with a J-pipe (could be wrong on that one)..

True, the PR kit does come with a J-Pipe. However, so does VR Speed's kit. It's actually on his website as an option when you're placing your order. Give Tiago a call, he'll help you out. The kit was originally designed for down facing turbo's but he, again, gives you the option for a J-Pipe, as well.

Also, just a small note, your CORE dimensions for both kits are off a bit. The core size for PR's kit is: 29"x11"x3" and the VR Speed kit is: 28.5"x10"x3.5"

 

[RedTurboEclipse]

review on 2g VR
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/art...-kit-w-some-install-comparison-ebay-ssac.html

 

[MidnightTSI]

Also, just a small note, your CORE dimensions for both kits are off a bit. The core size for PR's kit is: 29"x11"x3" and the VR Speed kit is: 28.5"x10"x3.5"

You are thinking of the 2G kits for PR and VR Speed. And you are correct on those #'s.

Nytescion did list the correct dimensions for the 1G kits. This thread is discussing 1G kits. Not 2G kits

 

[Lumix315]

You are thinking of the 2G kits for PR and VR Speed. And you are correct on those #'s.

Nytescion did list the correct dimensions for the 1G kits. This thread is discussing 1G kits. Not 2G kits

AH! My bad Good call, Charlie. Thanks! I still stand by what I said about VR Speed's quality, though .

 

[MidnightTSI]

AH! My bad Good call, Charlie. Thanks! I still stand by what I said about VR Speed's quality, though .

No problem

I'm waiting to see the quality once I get my kit

 

[Lumix315]

No problem

I'm waiting to see the quality once I get my kit

Based on what I've seen, I'm pretty sure you won't be disappointed. However, let me know nonetheless, eh?? I have yet to purchase an intercooler setup, and I want to know what I can expect from the ACTUAL tangible kit...not just some pictures.

 

[nytescion]

True, the PR kit does come with a J-Pipe. However, so does VR Speed's kit. It's actually on his website as an option when you're placing your order. Give Tiago a call, he'll help you out. The kit was originally designed for down facing turbo's but he, again, gives you the option for a J-Pipe, as well.

True for another 50 bucks. I'd opt for the bigger of the two IC's although it's not much. I'm trying to come across like a dick but I'm just saying I don't see what the big hype is over these kits compared to others.

 

[MOTOR-RX]

Doesnt look bad,

dpends on his goals if he should have bigger or not