Should I use this IC

[Spool'n Spyder]

I have a Starion FMIC and found a pin hole while doing a boost leak test, so I ordered another FMIC (I wanted to keep it cheap). I got this one for 160 bucks, and it looks like a nice piece and good quality. Its bar and plate style but the only problem is the size. Its core is 18x12x3, the overall length is 24x12x3. In the auction it said it measured 24x12x3....well I thought they meant the core itself. I was wondering if yall think I should put this on or if I should go bigger. 1 thing is it wouldnt block air to the radiator as much, it is still a good size, but it wont fill up the bumper. Also,I was thinking of cutting the top part of the bumper, would it look funny if I did it with this IC. BTW I only have a evoIII b16 g

Thanks, Nathan

 

[blue1]

I have one and it seems ok charge air temps remain quite cool!

 

[Spool'n Spyder]

Thanks for the reply. My car is a daily driven custom setup on a 4g64, so I am gonna do the shortest route piping that I can since there is no stock location. Do you have any pics of yours.

Thanks, Nathan

And right now I have the cheapest sorry ic piping you can imagine, so I hope to feel a good gain from this upgrade.

 

[blue1]

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Dont worry about the top mount pic! i should update soon buying new truck to start all over again!