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Started by mcrmb1, April 20, 2017, 09:03:37 AM

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mcrmb1

April 20, 2017, 09:03:37 AM
Well i need to replace my intercooler. Has anyone tried a Spectra Premium intercooler if so are they any better then the OEM one or is there another brand better to go with?????
2010 Ford Flex Limited 3.5L Eco-boost Upgraded Timing and water pump to 2012 version

SHOdded

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April 20, 2017, 09:11:04 AM
I'd stick with OEM, personally.  Don't think I have ever heard of an issue with OEM intercoolers.

So you found something wrong with the one in your Flex now?
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

mcrmb1

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April 20, 2017, 09:26:48 AM
no but i don't any reason to have to replace the turbos down the road the fens off the turbos and one of the nuts off the comp. side of the rear turbo is missing so i just dont want to take the chance they are in the intercooler
2010 Ford Flex Limited 3.5L Eco-boost Upgraded Timing and water pump to 2012 version

SHOdded

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April 20, 2017, 09:29:47 AM
gotcha
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

Colorado-SHOBro

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April 20, 2017, 11:07:52 AM
i had to replace my intercooler not long ago and chose to go OEM although i looked at the spectre unit pretty thoroughly. it looked like a well built piece but i'm sure it's no better than oem. the thing that held me back is the driver side inlet connection is all one piece on the spectre. whereas oem is a 2 piece design. i assume the spectre would make for a more difficult installation. space is pretty tight


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