{"product_id":"prl-motorsports-intercooler-upgrade-raw-honda-civic-type-r-fk8-17-21-prl-hcr-ic","title":"PRL Motorsports Intercooler Upgrade Raw","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.prospeedracing.com.au\/PRL-Billet-Intercooler-Upgrade-Honda-Civic-Type-R-FK8-17-PRL-HCR-IC\" style=\"text-decoration:none\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIt’s no secret that Honda’s 2.0L turbo Civic is extremely susceptible to heat-soak, especially when retaining the factory intercooler. Excessive heat-soak increases the risk of detonation and causes major power-loss due to high charge air and cylinder temperatures. These issues become even more prevalent with spirited driving and\/or increased power outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe PRL Motorsports intercooler upgrade decreases charge air temperatures while increasing potential airflow with its dense 26.5 x 3.5 x 7.25\" 550+ horsepower rated bar-and-plate core. Our intercooler core which increases surface area by 85% and internal flow by 83% to allow optimal cooling and airflow. Billet machined aluminum end tanks maximize efficiency while looking as smooth as they flow! \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis intercooler utilizes factory mounting spots with our billet machined end tanks as well as all factory air ducts\/shrouds. To maintain consistency with most of our PRL product line, no cutting, fitting or trimming is required. Kits will come with all hardware needed for a seamless install.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eDOES NOT REQUIRE TUNE\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eCURRENT DESIGN RETAINS FACTORY INTERCOOLER BOLTS \u0026amp; HARDWARE\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIntercooler to Charge Pipe Bolt(s) Torque Spec: 18 ft\/lb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Gains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIncreased turbocharger spool\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e3 horsepower \u0026amp; 11 ft\/lb torque gains by simply bolting on\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eMajor mid-range power gains\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e50+ F degree drop in post charge air temperature at peak\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eAverage of 32 F degree drop in post charge air temperature\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIncreased efficiency \u0026amp; consistency in power delivery\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIncreased engine safety\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e(1) Intercooler Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e(1) Cardboard Stencil w\/ “PRL” Logo\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e(2) Buna O-Ring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R FK8\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prlarmy.com\/Blog\/prl-motorsports-2017-civic-type-r-part-2-intercooler\/\"\u003eBLOG LINK\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntercooler Core Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/prlarmy.com\/Blog\/intercooler-fin-design\/\"\u003eBLOG LINK\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration-line: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you plan to utilize the provided stencil to represent PRL on your intercooler:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eClean and make sure your intercooler is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003ePlace the cardboard stencil onto the front of the intercooler (Make sure the intercooler is not upside down, the PRL logo is on the driver's side end tank).\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIt is recommended to tape down the stencil to have a sharp logo and to avoid moving.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eMask off or cover the end tanks to avoid overspray.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eApply a high temp engine enamel style spray paint (we recommend Duplicolor DE1635 Ford SemiGloss Black, any color can be used).\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eMultiple coats may be needed to have full coverage, this varies per color.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry 30-60 minutes before installing the intercooler.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIf any mistakes are made such as runs\/overspray acetone or paint thinner can be used to remove any unwanted paint or to remove the stencil entirely, though this will take some time.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eKeep the stencil handy and in a safe spot without bending if you would like to refresh your intercooler after years of road debris blasting it! (Stop blowing holes in my ship!)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.prospeedracing.com.au\/PRL-Billet-Intercooler-Upgrade-Honda-Civic-Type-R-FK8-17-PRL-HCR-IC\" style=\"text-decoration:none\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PRL Motorsports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49219263791407,"sku":"PRL-HCR-IC","price":1349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/3903\/9279\/files\/PRL-HCR-IC.jpg?v=1712808119","url":"https:\/\/www.prospeedracing.com.au\/products\/prl-motorsports-intercooler-upgrade-raw-honda-civic-type-r-fk8-17-21-prl-hcr-ic","provider":"Pro Speed Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}