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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 12:30 PM
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One question, are the koyos the new n-flows?
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 12:50 PM
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How much "trimming" of the corners do you have to do to fit stock fans? Will this work with an intake such as HKS RS for twins?
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 12:53 PM
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 01:46 PM
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Very nice. Thank you for providing the community with another quality V-mount option.

Always ahead with the latest innovation
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 02:09 PM
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Very nice. Thank you for providing the community with another quality V-mount option.

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+1 :thumbup:

Includes rubber mounts and every required bolt, ducting and test fitted... Sounds like quality to me.

Ps don't forget about the FC when your designing your next kit. Curretly, there is no good option out there for them.

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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by cabaynes
Looking good, but using a modified Koyo means that the drain plug is facing UP and you won't be able to fully drain the system without removing the radiator.
Good eye... and that also made me look for AST line to hook up to the radiator.. Does it have one? I couldn't find the nipple for the AST. IF there is one, you could use that to drain the system.
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 04:53 PM
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Wow, make the a/c brackets and i'm in.
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 05:00 PM
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Who makes the IC core?
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 06:06 PM
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That's a very nice looking kit for an incredible price!
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 06:14 PM
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I thought about providing this same sort of kit for the community after building my own, I can see it's very well thought out! The price is right on and the quality looks good.
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 06:16 PM
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What size inlet/outlet is on that IC? Based on those step-down couplers I'm thinking 2"?
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 06:37 PM
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What size inlet/outlet is on that IC? Based on those step-down couplers I'm thinking 2"?
Looks more like 2.5" to me. I think 2" would be too small.
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by oppa637
wow, make the a/c brackets and i'm in.
+111
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 09:55 PM
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Power steering line just stays in stock position?
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Old Mar 31, 2011 | 10:01 PM
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Good eye... and that also made me look for AST line to hook up to the radiator.. Does it have one? I couldn't find the nipple for the AST. IF there is one, you could use that to drain the system.
To drain the rest- stick a small hose in it, other end lower (into a container), suck a little air out of it and whola. It's not rocket science. I wouldn't exactly consider that a deciding factor.
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 12:47 AM
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Glad to see such postitve feedback! Alright let me try to answer all the questions....

We have used a 14" fan on quite a few V-mount setups, and even in 90+ degree weather they never had a issue with getting even remotely hot. Without anything blocking the radiator, it only sees cool air when the fan kicks on.

Intercooler is from one of our suppliers, seems to be very similar to the godspeed. Dimensions are 18"x12" x 3.5".

On the drain facing up, only a small amount will be left in the radiator. But if every drop must be removed then the ast line can be popped off.

Intercooler inlet and outlet is 2.5" and the hot pipe is 3"
The coupler included step from 3" to 2.75" for the greddy elbow. This way if someone wants to cut the step from the greddy elbow it can still be used with a 3" straight coupler.

Group buy is always welcome! Get 5 going and the price will be cheaper. 10 people and the price will be even better!

We can build the twins hot pipe for a additional $95

Power steering line stays where it is, may need slight adjustment

A/C mounting option is coming, just have to look into it!

The Koyo is not the "N" flow, not sure if I like the n-flow yet.

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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 01:02 AM
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im waiting for the a/c mounting option.....haha
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 01:21 AM
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Looks like a great kit, good job!

Bookmarked for future fd.
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 01:45 AM
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Question: Should someone have a Koyo N-Flo would you sell the kit at a reduced price with no radiator if the brackets could fit (which I doubt they do but figured I'd ask). Thank you.
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 05:59 AM
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Question, did you have to extend the wiring to the relay box to relocated it on the driver's side of the engine bay as you have in this picture?



Looks like a great product, thanks!
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by tuscanidream
To drain the rest- stick a small hose in it, other end lower (into a container), suck a little air out of it and whola. It's not rocket science. I wouldn't exactly consider that a deciding factor.
Did you read my post and its context?? I've drained plenty this way and hence I mentioned it. I just did not see the nipple for the AST and asked if anyone else saw it.

And you are right.. its not a rocket science and any should be able to figure that out, hence I didn't go into details... Also, if you search my SN and how to drain coolant, you will see, I have even better system of draining using AST line.

And also right.. This shouldn't be a deciding factor but would be nice to already have a line at the lower end of the radiator since radiator is flipped for V mount purpose.. And for those using AST.

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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 09:27 AM
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I've switched to N flow and FMIC and I been very happy with the results. Since FMIC blocks quite of bit of air, I was concern my water temp will go even higher.. But with the N flow, I'm actually running cooler than MS radiator I had in stock location... Just my 2 cents on N flow.

I've also heard N flow option is pretty easy to do if you weld..
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Gringo Grande
Question: Should someone have a Koyo N-Flo would you sell the kit at a reduced price with no radiator if the brackets could fit (which I doubt they do but figured I'd ask). Thank you.
Yeah that is no problem. Just take off $290 from the V-mount total cost.


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Question, did you have to extend the wiring to the relay box to relocated it on the driver's side of the engine bay as you have in this picture?



Looks like a great product, thanks!
Yes we did. Although after doing quite a few, if you untape the harness you will find that a majority of the wires will reach to the side and only a few need extended.
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 10:09 AM
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All I want is the mounting hardware and the ducts, is this an option?

btw, I already have the lower rad mounts and the coolant pipe that I bought from you. please check your pms!
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 04:03 PM
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still waiting on the a.c mounting options....
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