My GodSpeed (type-C) FMIC Core..

[helmetface]

Just arrived! Along with another little treat(picture at the end!)

So, as far as piping goes, I ordered a PG Black Powdered pipe kit to go along with my Core, but there were some shipping issues and I won't be getting those for another week(bigsadface)


But I figured I'd share some good pictures, I really like the build quality! I haven't been able to examine many other FMIC's up-close, but I can't imagine the quality being any better!

Dimensions:
core length 24"
core height 7.5"
core thickness 3"
inlet / outlet size 2.50"
end to end length 30"

Enjoy:










And, UPS brought me a little bonus today!

KMD Internals, 3rd Version, Oh BOY OH BOY!

[karl-hungus]

wait. pg shipping issues?

[Darksun280]

I love the god speed cores. good price good quality.

[helmetface]

Originally Posted by karl hungus wait. pg shipping issues?

Mhm

I am not exactly sure how it happened but there was an issue with USP losing the kit? Or so I was told. And then when the 'new' kit was being shipped there were storm delays..

It's not the end of the world, just a small setback.

[helmetface]

There were a few dings where the frame meets the fins. But the fins themselves are in perfect shape.

Can't wait for my PG Piping kit to come in..then I'll post install pictures.

[NJSPEED3]

What size is that core?

[helmetface]

Originally Posted by NJSPEED3 What size is that core?

Added to OP

WOOPS

[Dahouse702]

Nice

[helmetface]

*UPDATE*

Still waiting on the tubing kit from PG...they are wearing my patience thin..

[IshiKage]

godspeed FTW. my type c...perfect fit for our cars

Originally Posted by NJSPEED3 What size is that core?

30x7.5x3

[609speed6]

^^^^ Very nice wish I had a speed3

[Dahouse702]

Looks nice 240!
Was it a pain to install?

[MS3inDC]

... (sigh)...Looks great...



So how about some numbers now. What are your bats? How many degrees over aat are you with that core?

[IshiKage]

Originally Posted by Rox702 Looks nice 240! Was it a pain to install?

thanks. FMIC install itself is more tedious than DP b.c you are always having tweak and adjust to get everything to fit properly...so ill say, YES.

my least fav installed, dp is second

[IshiKage]

Originally Posted by MS3inDC ... (sigh)...Looks great... So how about some numbers now. What are your bats? How many degrees over aat are you with that core?

i cant remember the numbers b.ci installed my FMIC over a year ago. but there was a significant drop in temps.

[MS3inDC]

Originally Posted by 240mazspd3 i cant remember the numbers b.ci installed my FMIC over a year ago. but there was a significant drop in temps.

More than the cx racing core?

I've heard some not so great things about the cx racing core. More specifically was the fact that ppls bats were just barely under what they were with the stock tmic. Resistance to heat soak was good as expected, but it didn't cool the air charge as much as say cobb or cp-e.

I've been looking into getting the cx piping kit and sourcing my own core. So feedback on specifics will help greatly....

[sallyspeed3]

^ +1. I have the core that came with the entire PG kit that they sold a while ago, core isn't very big, only 2.5 thick and not nearly as tall as this core. I've been wondering if it's worth getting a larger core or not.

[SleeperHatch]

Wow I'm looking at doing this exact same thing just wasn't sure what different cores would match up with PG piping.

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[MS3inDC]

I believe that cobb/cp-e/corksport use a 3" core. I'm not a fan of any of their piping, but I like their cores.
I'm anxious to see how the corksport w/sri piping will be routed. Also if it's going to be proprietary...

I'd love to try to frankenstein a turboxs core with the cx piping. Maybe connect the hot and cold side piping with silicone like cp-e...

[helmetface]

Still waiting on my PG Piping kit...

[dsmluck]

Originally Posted by helmetface00 Still waiting on my PG Piping kit...

I had MASSIVE problems last year getting my FMIC piping kit from them. 2 month wait. Hopefully yours comes soon.

[SleeperHatch]

@helmetface00 how long have u been waiting for your piping kit?

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[helmetface]

Originally Posted by SuperSpeed3 @helmetface00 how long have u been waiting for your piping kit? Sent from my PG86100 using Tapatalk

A month now..which is obviously ridiculous, I've spoken with Ken@PG and we've got it straightened out this time (I hope) regardless, the kit better be fucking mint for the time I've waited.

He assures me I will be satisfied.

[SleeperHatch]

I'd like to see pics of the piping and how it runs...for the price of piecing this together you can't beat it.

[dsmluck]

Originally Posted by helmetface00 A month now..which is obviously ridiculous, I've spoken with Ken@PG and we've got it straightened out this time (I hope) regardless, the kit better be fucking mint for the time I've waited. He assures me I will be satisfied.

The piping kit I was sourced when he ran out of his "regular" kits fit like a pile of shit. I havent heard to many bad things about the standard kit though.

[Docnox]

Originally Posted by MS3inDC More than the cx racing core? I've heard some not so great things about the cx racing core. More specifically was the fact that ppls bats were just barely under what they were with the stock tmic. Resistance to heat soak was good as expected, but it didn't cool the air charge as much as say cobb or cp-e. I've been looking into getting the cx piping kit and sourcing my own core. So feedback on specifics will help greatly....

I have a cx racing core and it works amazing. 90 degrees out and my bats will be ~110, compared to 130+ with tmic. Mine's 3.5" thick though, and so's my core.

[darth vader]

I've been running a CX 28X7X2.5 on a PG kit now for more than a year.

Yep, bits and bobs showed up at various times for the piping kit but, all came eventually. Also, finish Q is not really a strong suit with the PG stuff but, I have had 0 problems with the kit, the install or the subsequent performance.

[MS3inDC]

Originally Posted by Docnox I have a cx racing core and it works amazing. 90 degrees out and my bats will be ~110, compared to 130+ with tmic. Mine's 3.5" thick though, and so's my core.

The core that comes with the MS3 kit is 2.5". Did you have to request the thicker core?

[Docnox]

Originally Posted by MS3inDC The core that comes with the MS3 kit is 2.5". Did you have to request the thicker core?

I got the altered customs kit, which uses cx cores and you get to choose the size.

End threadjack/

[karl-hungus]

Originally Posted by helmetface00 A month now..which is obviously ridiculous, I've spoken with Ken@PG and we've got it straightened out this time (I hope) regardless, the kit better be fucking mint for the time I've waited. He assures me I will be satisfied.

looks like pg ken has plenty of kits available on ebay...

Mazdaspeed3 Intercooler Pipe Kit | eBay

[specvspeedfreak]

How is the actual IC mounted?

[helmetface]

Originally Posted by specvspeedfreak How is the actual IC mounted?

I'll let you know first hand once I get my piping in, but from all the other threads-I've gathered that with just a couple of shelving brackets from home depot you can mount the IC quite easily.

TBD

Originally Posted by karl hungus looks like pg ken has plenty of kits available on ebay... Mazdaspeed3 Intercooler Pipe Kit | eBay

Ya it was never a question having enough in stock. We've had shipping issues as well as some other minor obstacles, ultimately resulting in a long wait

[Bucker]

Dude, good stuff. Nice to see people doing it themselves and avoiding the $1200+ options.

[karl-hungus]

Originally Posted by helmetface00 I'll let you know first hand once I get my piping in, but from all the other threads-I've gathered that with just a couple of shelving brackets from home depot you can mount the IC quite easily.

please do a bracket how-to with pics when you install. you may make me go fmic.

[rudydecc]

Can you put up a link for the core?

[karl-hungus]

go to ebay and type godspeed type c intercooler in the search box.

[helmetface]

Originally Posted by karl hungus please do a bracket how-to with pics when you install. you may make me go fmic.

Will do, I've seen several reviews on it and some pictures, but I'm hoping to do a complete write-up on my install.

Hope I can persuade you to nut up

[lito37]

helmetface00 Still waiting on my PG Piping kit...

I now me 2!!!

i got mine inter cooler form Front Mount Intercooler
I'm debating if cutting the front support or making bracket.

[Hectik1]

Nice core! Got the PG one, along with the piping and it works great!

[irishking03]

That would of been my second choice if I couldnt get my hands on the Turbo XS one I have now.