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Ant FR · Jun 10th, 2007, 01:57 PM

Ok there seems to be plenty of choice, so has anyone got any proper evidence of each type of intercooler available. I'm really interested in seeing what differences on the Air intake temps there are between the main 4. The ones i am considering are the GRS, the GTT one, the Alta version1 and the new stranger looking Alta version 2.

Also is it worht renewing the Oval clamps when i put a new intercooler on, along with a new set of snoot boots.

Rigsey · Jun 11th, 2007, 08:53 AM

I rate (and own) the GRS but the GTT seems to be very popular.

Not heard much about the Alta's on this side of the pond.

Aberdeen Al · Jun 11th, 2007, 09:57 AM

I also have the GRS intercooler - have had no problems with it and would recommend it.

If you are replacing the IC remember to fit decent snoot boots (and if you can - an oil catch can!) I can recommend the GTT components.

GARY GP · Jun 12th, 2007, 09:56 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Ant FR (original)

Ok there seems to be plenty of choice, so has anyone got any proper evidence of each type of intercooler available. I'm really interested in seeing what differences on the Air intake temps there are between the main 4. The ones i am considering are the GRS, the GTT one, the Alta version1 and the new stranger looking Alta version 2.

Also is it worht renewing the Oval clamps when i put a new intercooler on, along with a new set of snoot boots.

The Alta version 2.0 are £550 so its probably out of some peoples reach anyway! but if you could try say a Alta version 1 for a week then swap it for a version two you can tell the difference instantly..

its the best up grade i fitted to my GP!

Ant FR · Jun 12th, 2007, 11:58 AM

mmm thats food for thought, i do like the look of that alta 2, plus only #550 so not that out of reach for an intercooler. Christ my SEAT Sport one for my old TDi cost 900 quid

Jun 10th, 2007, 01:57 PM	#1
Ant FR MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Local Time: 10:02 PM Posts: 1,922 Offline	What intercooler do i go for Ok there seems to be plenty of choice, so has anyone got any proper evidence of each type of intercooler available. I'm really interested in seeing what differences on the Air intake temps there are between the main 4. The ones i am considering are the GRS, the GTT one, the Alta version1 and the new stranger looking Alta version 2. Also is it worht renewing the Oval clamps when i put a new intercooler on, along with a new set of snoot boots.

Jun 11th, 2007, 08:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
Rigsey MINI2 Senior My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Kent Local Time: 10:02 PM Posts: 532 Offline	I rate (and own) the GRS but the GTT seems to be very popular. Not heard much about the Alta's on this side of the pond. GTT, GRS, Janspeed, JCW, OMP + various other bits - 232.6bhp, 191.2lbft on 1320's rolling road

Jun 11th, 2007, 09:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
Aberdeen Al MINI2 Senior My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Aberdeen Local Time: 10:02 PM Posts: 641 Offline	I also have the GRS intercooler - have had no problems with it and would recommend it. If you are replacing the IC remember to fit decent snoot boots (and if you can - an oil catch can!) I can recommend the GTT components. Vroooom Vroooom

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Jun 12th, 2007, 09:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
GARY GP GP-1528 My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2005 Local Time: 10:02 PM Posts: 800 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Ant FR (original) Ok there seems to be plenty of choice, so has anyone got any proper evidence of each type of intercooler available. I'm really interested in seeing what differences on the Air intake temps there are between the main 4. The ones i am considering are the GRS, the GTT one, the Alta version1 and the new stranger looking Alta version 2. Also is it worht renewing the Oval clamps when i put a new intercooler on, along with a new set of snoot boots. The Alta version 2.0 are £550 so its probably out of some peoples reach anyway! but if you could try say a Alta version 1 for a week then swap it for a version two you can tell the difference instantly.. its the best up grade i fitted to my GP!

Jun 12th, 2007, 11:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
Ant FR MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2006 Local Time: 10:02 PM Posts: 1,922 Offline	mmm thats food for thought, i do like the look of that alta 2, plus only #550 so not that out of reach for an intercooler. Christ my SEAT Sport one for my old TDi cost 900 quid

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