{"title":"Heating \u0026 Cooling \u003e Performance \u003e Intercoolers \u003e Intercooler Pipes|Heating \u0026 Cooling \u003e Performance \u003e Intercoolers \u003e Intercooler Pipes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"2017-2021-honda-civic-type-r-charge-pipe-upgrade-kit-prl-motorsports","title":"2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R Charge Pipe Upgrade Kit PRL Motorsports","description":"\u003cp\u003eFits all 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R FK8. Fits all variant models including RHD, International Models, Etc. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo ECU Calibration Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With All Factory Fitment Intercoolers - PRL Motorsports Intercooler Updrade Recommended for Optimal Fitment and Results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor Trimming May be required to Radiator\/Fan Shroud if using Aftermarket Radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur charge pipe upgrade kit utilizes a smooth flowing, larger diameter cold-side for increased airflow and factory diameter hot-side outlet to aid in turbocharger spool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-ply silicone couplers are used throughout our design for a couple of reasons:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-soak reduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silicone hose offers extremely low thermal heat transfer properties, especially in comparison to steel or aluminum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and rigidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rubber hoses used from the factory are known to experience expansion, which worsens as boost is increased. In time, the rubber construct weakens, causing increased likeliness of a boost leak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, we have managed to melt the factory rubber hose a handful of times during our track adventures on our shop car. Our high-temp, 4-ply silicone with handle the high temperatures of the turbocharger much better than the factory rubber hoses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom molded silicone allows us to offer much higher flowing bends than we could with metal tubing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimal fitment: We have found that the factory rubbers hoses don't offer the most desirable fitment, especially when paired with an aftermarket radiator. Our silicone hoses offer even better fitment than factory. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Cast Aluminum Intercooler Outlet Piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Aluminum Charge Pipe, Powdercoated Wrinkle-Black w\/ fittings to retain factory vacuum connections and 1\/8 inch NPT Auxiliary Service Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Charge Pipe Bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 M5 x 0.80 x 10mm BHCS Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 4-ply silicone couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 304 Stainless Steel Lined clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll hardware needed for install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Throwdown Performance, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45605820989594,"sku":"PRL-HCR-CP-LBSK","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/throwdownperformance.com\/collections\/heating-cooling-performance-intercoolers-intercooler-pipes-heating-cooling-performance-intercoolers-intercooler-pipes.oembed","provider":"Throwdown Performance, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}