just switched from a SMIC to a FMIC
10-04-04, 01:38 AM
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just switched from a SMIC to a FMIC
I just switched from a SMIC to a FMIC. Before, I was using the PFS racing large SMIC-an intercooler the exact same size as the ASP large with the same fiberglass ducting and also using the fiberglass extension duct. Last week I sold my SMIC to SkywarpR and took the opportunity to switch to a blitz FMIC. There are a few things to take note in comparison to the two intercoolers:
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
10-04-04, 01:45 AM
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Originally Posted by 1FooknTiteFD
I just switched from a SMIC to a FMIC. Before, I was using the PFS racing large SMIC-an intercooler the exact same size as the ASP large with the same fiberglass ducting and also using the fiberglass extension duct. Last week I sold my SMIC to SkywarpR and took the opportunity to switch to a blitz FMIC. There are a few things to take note in comparison to the two intercoolers:
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
10-04-04, 01:46 AM
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cool, I was about to buy the same IC since the blitz looks the best and it has the least occurance of overheating, but I stumbled on a great deal on a v-mount I spent about the same for a brand new blitz FMIC so I went that direction..
let see those pics since they have the best looking setup's as far as piping goes..
let see those pics since they have the best looking setup's as far as piping goes..
10-04-04, 01:51 AM
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Originally Posted by KCflyer
How complicated is the installation process for your fmic?
10-04-04, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by 1FooknTiteFD
Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
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10-04-04, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 1FooknTiteFD
I just switched from a SMIC to a FMIC. Before, I was using the PFS racing large SMIC-an intercooler the exact same size as the ASP large with the same fiberglass ducting and also using the fiberglass extension duct. Last week I sold my SMIC to SkywarpR and took the opportunity to switch to a blitz FMIC. There are a few things to take note in comparison to the two intercoolers:
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
1. Quality- The Blitz intercooler is the third IC I have owned, before the PFS racing I had the M2 medium. In terms of quality the blitz one was much much nicer than both of the two both in terms of finish and build. It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
2. Fitment- The Blitz fits very nicely, and all the parts to relocate the radiator and mount the intercooler are very well engineered.
3. Ease of installation- The Smic's are easier to install, taking only a few hours wheras the blitz one took approximately 4-5 hours to install
4. performance- The blitz is definitely superior to both SMIC's in terms of reducing air intake temps. Previously on the highway going 80mph my air intake temps were 34-38 cruising. Now with the FMIC they are 21-23! Water temperature is only a few degrees higher.
I hope this posts contributes to the SMIC vs. FMIC thread since now I have officially owned both and helps those considering buying either one in their decision. In conclusion I should have bought the blitz FMIC to begin with instead of wasting time with the SMIC's. I will post pics as soon as I get the chance
10-04-04, 10:22 AM
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From what I've heard...the FMIC install on the FD *generally* is fairly simple. A buddy of mine went FMIC on his eclipse...not good. Cutting bumper, grinding and 6 hours later....Front Mount.
10-04-04, 12:20 PM
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As has been stated before, highway cruising data is hardly conclusive. Of course, so few FD owners take their cars to the track, maybe that kind of data is of less use....
10-04-04, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by SleepR1
Welcome to the FMIC world! I'm waiting for all the doomsday posts about overheating the engine during the summer LOL 
I recall the Blitz and true Apexi are set back a bit, and do not reduce the flow area of the bumper opening. Others, like greddy2, can reduce the bumper flow area to less than 1/2 .... this is more of a road racing issue, vs street use, as you know.
10-04-04, 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by moehler
Good info, man. BTW, do mean the ambient air temp was only a few degrees hotter?? If your water temp was that low, you have some serious problems .
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10-04-04, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by matty
thats great you are seeing lower temps....any idea if ambient is cooler now a days?
10-04-04, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by 1FooknTiteFD
It is a nice tube and fin design in contrast to the bar and plate of the american SMIC's.
bar and plate is the better design, tube and fin cuts manufacturing costs.
10-04-04, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by 95R2-89TII Ground Zero
From what I've heard...the FMIC install on the FD *generally* is fairly simple. A buddy of mine went FMIC on his eclipse...not good. Cutting bumper, grinding and 6 hours later....Front Mount.
10-04-04, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by JONSKI
1FooknTiteFD,
Are you using the stock radiator?
Do you still have air conditioning and/or power steering?
Are you using the stock radiator?
Do you still have air conditioning and/or power steering?
10-04-04, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by rynberg
As has been stated before, highway cruising data is hardly conclusive. Of course, so few FD owners take their cars to the track, maybe that kind of data is of less use....
10-04-04, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by KevinK2
Not all FMIC's are alike.
I recall the Blitz and true Apexi are set back a bit, and do not reduce the flow area of the bumper opening. Others, like greddy2, can reduce the bumper flow area to less than 1/2 .... this is more of a road racing issue, vs street use, as you know.
I recall the Blitz and true Apexi are set back a bit, and do not reduce the flow area of the bumper opening. Others, like greddy2, can reduce the bumper flow area to less than 1/2 .... this is more of a road racing issue, vs street use, as you know.
10-04-04, 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by BATMAN
Victor, I thought u had a Greddy SMIC.