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Old 7th December 2012, 10:05 PM
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Im starting to collect parts for my engine upgrade,
I have th ST170 lump and am "Future proofing" the rest of the system as i go for the new install

whats the largest most efficent radiator that people have managed to fit under a Saturn nose cone, bear in mind i will also need space for an oil cooler and in the future possibly an intercooler for the supercharger.


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Old 7th December 2012, 10:28 PM
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I used a Polo rad under my Saturn nose.

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Old 7th December 2012, 11:07 PM
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I have a polo rad now, im going to be heading north of 250Bhp im unsure it will cope.

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Old 8th December 2012, 12:22 PM
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side pods are probably the best way foward for big power/tight space.

Theres nothing worse than working in a confined space whilst contorting every muscle in the body whilst slicing ones finger on a jubilee clip whilst slipping off the spanner and banging your head on something.

Im sure weve all been there!
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I would look in to having some thing custom made in ali, you might find a company that will do an intercooler that mounts easily to the rad in the same package.
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Merc 190 rads are a better option from what I hear....
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