Mechanic Unimpressed by MAD intercooler?!

flypenfly · 02-17-2023, 07:21 PM

Ordered this from XPH last year: MAD N20/N26 Intercooler + Charge Pipe Combo

Finally getting it installed now but here’s what my mechanic had to say:

Hi, this is Tom from xyz. I want to update you about the repair.

The new intercooler you brought is approximately 4 times heavier and a little bigger than the stock intercooler. The connections are plastic and only 2 bolts are holding it in place. You will need to drive the car very carefully. If you hit a bump fast, it might come off. Also, there is a slight dent on the intercooler. Please review the pictures and you will have a better idea of what is going on.

Pics:

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Is he exaggerating or did I buy a dud?

I track the car about six times a year.

dougkmcse · 03-29-2023, 08:51 PM

That is how the intercooler is connected. Also the hoses connected to the intercooler. I have had an intercooler designed like that one on my car for over a year. no issues. The roads in MA are horrible! I would wory about the damage. If any part of the intercooler cracked. That could cause a leak!

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flypenfly Private First Class 43 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2020 Cayenne, 2015 Msport 228i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	Mechanic Unimpressed by MAD intercooler?! Ordered this from XPH last year: MAD N20/N26 Intercooler + Charge Pipe Combo Finally getting it installed now but here’s what my mechanic had to say: Hi, this is Tom from xyz. I want to update you about the repair. The new intercooler you brought is approximately 4 times heavier and a little bigger than the stock intercooler. The connections are plastic and only 2 bolts are holding it in place. You will need to drive the car very carefully. If you hit a bump fast, it might come off. Also, there is a slight dent on the intercooler. Please review the pictures and you will have a better idea of what is going on. Pics: View post on imgur.com Is he exaggerating or did I buy a dud? I track the car about six times a year. Last edited by flypenfly; 02-17-2023 at 07:34 PM..
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dougkmcse Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW M235ix Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Intercooler screws That is how the intercooler is connected. Also the hoses connected to the intercooler. I have had an intercooler designed like that one on my car for over a year. no issues. The roads in MA are horrible! I would wory about the damage. If any part of the intercooler cracked. That could cause a leak!
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