Intercooler drain
This intercooler drain is interesting... Do you have a kit or is it still in development?
Hello Benny, Thanks for asking about the Intercooler Drain kit!!
This winter was a great season to test the kit. We had great temperature swings in Ontario and the perfect conditions for gathering water in the Intercooler.
It is really amazing how much water will collect in temperatures just around and below freezing. Another club member also tested the kit all season and had the same results. One common finding is that frequent draining of the system eliminates the chance of water accumulating, then freezing up, causing the startup stumble, choking at speed or worse, Hydrolock.
The valve never froze up, even with deliberate torture testing. (Opening the valve, but plugging the drain end overnight) The "knife action" of the rugged stainless ball valve is very forgiving.
Virtually no water is accumulated when temps are well below freezing. The first warmer 28 degree day brings back the water!!
I was also surprised to see water condensing and collecting in the latest temperatures 15-18 degrees during the day, but with chilly 5-8 degree mornings.
My drive is a constant highway 60-65 mph 1 hour drive, perfect for collecting water.The only issue and revision is that the actuating rod rattles a little bit. A little bit of rubber grommeting and such will help.
As far as The Intercooler Drain kits, sure, if there is any interest. But not until the fall of this year and certainly after the Fuel System kits are out there and helping to keep our fuel systems alive!!
Thanks,
All the best,
Andrew