Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Options for Replacing Leaky Intercooler

[Woodenhead]

I tested my intercooler last night and it turns out it's got some leaks. Some are pin holes in the tubes and the biggest is a leak at the bottom corner where the tubes go into the tank. From doing a few searches it looks like this is pretty common. I guess I could run it as is or try and scab up a repair but I'd rather replace it.



I think I have it narrowed down to 2 coolers. One is the PDR plate and bar cooler, the other is Rips (Source Automotive) Cool Twist Cooler. I don't feel like spending $1500 on a cooler which I've found elimates any others as an option.



Anyone have any comments on one or the other or another option.



Thanks,

Mike

 

[Bob4x4]

I have installed many of the PDR version,very stong unit and always a good fit.



Bob

 

[ALehman]

I have a duralite. I like it and have heard nothing but good things about them

 

[Bill Lins]

"I don't feel like spending $1500 on a cooler which I've found elimates any others as an option. "



How so?

 

[Jim Fulmer]

I have the very first PDR cooler and I would not take for it... ..... and it is cost effective.



Jim

 

[Woodenhead]

"I don't feel like spending $1500 on a cooler which I've found elimates any others as an option. "



How so?

Haisly $1200

BD $1380

ATS $?? (keeps linking me to the Powerstroke Cooler which is $1047)

OK so I guess I should have said I don't feel like spending $1200 on a cooler. I don't feel like spending $800 on a cooler either but that's how it is. Got any suggestions for me on a cooler that's in the less than a grand price range?



Alehman, where can I find some more information on the Duralite coolers? I did some searching and can't seem to come up with anything.



Jim, it seems everytime I do a search on coolers I'm reading about how happy you are with the PDR cooler . I'm pretty close to pulling the trigger on one but Mark hasn't returned my call.



A good 24V cooler looks like a decent option as well, but tough to find.



Thanks for the info so far,

Mike

 

[Woodenhead]

Well I'm on my way to Lynden to pickup my new PDR cooler. Jim they have you to thank, I read your original post on the testing you did with it and it sold me on it. Thanks for helping me spend my $$ .



Mike