[Yiruna]

Debating which one I should go with.

If I go CSF I'll return or sell to someone here, just need help weighing my options

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Originally Posted by Yiruna

Debating which one I should go with.

If I go CSF I'll return or sell to someone here, just need help weighing my options

I think I'm going to buy the CSF, seems great all around. Does the Dinan weigh much more? The dinan FMIC looks massive compared to the CSF.

[Yiruna]

It's dual core, so it has two stages of cooling and yeah it's fucking huge LOL.

Just two main things:

1) They need to do some cutting for install.
2) The gains on the Dinan aren't anywhere near the proposed gains on the CSF. (Why pay more for less gains)

But like, warranty and everything and the fact I'm getting a Dinan turbo later is why I want to staying with Dinan

[evoq007]

Ill take the Dinan if you want to sell. I am Local in Norcal as well.

[ZM2]

Originally Posted by Yiruna

Debating which one I should go with.

If I go CSF I'll return or sell to someone here, just need help weighing my options

I’m curious the pressure drop for the CSF. Maybe I missed that in the specs.

Dinan is supposed to be better than stock, which improves throttle response, I believe?

[Yiruna]

Originally Posted by ZM2

I’m curious the pressure drop for the CSF. Maybe I missed that in the specs.

Dinan is supposed to be better than stock, which improves throttle response, I believe?

Isn't the pressure drop gonna be better than stock any ways, regardless of IC?

[ZM2]

Originally Posted by Yiruna

Isn't the pressure drop gonna be better than stock any ways, regardless of IC?

My understanding is the PD can increase on a larger volume IC, which can hinder performance and is one reason Dinan went dual core.

I’m not an expert on this, tho.

[VegasM2]

Just installed the Dinan last night and seeing all the thought that went into the design secured my reason for going w this intercooler. The pieces that need to be cut are completely insignificant and effective at the same time. The lower portion of the cross member is trimmed and an under tray is cut to provide airflow for the front portion of the unit. Very happy with the performance so far as well.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Unless you are not losing any money on the exchange, i would keep Dinan. It is a quality intercooler

[Yiruna]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Unless you are not losing any money on the exchange, i would keep Dinan. It is a quality intercooler

Honestly more concerned about the fact I have a to cut the undertray. Seems like a weak link for future damage later on...

[gsrbri]

I'm very pleased with the Dinan. Design quality, pressure drop (.8 PSI - pretty impressive for a large FMIC), and the fit (minimal modification for install).

[Yiruna]

Originally Posted by gsrbri

I'm very pleased with the Dinan. Design quality, pressure drop (.8 PSI - pretty impressive for a large FMIC), and the fit (minimal modification for install).

Did you get the undertray cut as well?

[gsrbri]

Originally Posted by Yiruna

Did you get the undertray cut as well?

I don't have a photo right now, but it was very minimal cutting. Looks factory and I'm pleased with the install

[Yiruna]

Originally Posted by gsrbri

I don't have a photo right now, but it was very minimal cutting. Looks factory and I'm pleased with the install

Does it look like the picture posted above?

[gsrbri]

That's it - I just don't have one from under the car