Porsche Intercooler - Soul Performance Products POR.718.IC

Product Information

An intercooler is a heat exchanger used in turbocharged or supercharged engines to cool the compressed air before it enters the engine’s intake manifold.

Purpose:

• Reduce air temperature: Compressed air from the turbo or supercharger heats up; cooler air is denser and contains more oxygen, which improves combustion efficiency.
• Improve engine performance: Cooler, denser air allows more fuel to burn, increasing power.
• Protect the engine: Reduces the risk of knocking and excessive thermal stress.

Intercoolers can be air-to-air (uses ambient air to cool the compressed air) or air-to-liquid (uses a coolant or water). They are typically mounted in front of the radiator or in a dedicated location in the engine bay.

• Reduced Engine Power or Boost: Leaks or blockages prevent the engine from receiving properly compressed, cooled air.
• Hissing or Whistling Noise: Air escaping from cracks or loose connections under boost produces noticeable sounds.
• Increased Intake Air Temperature: Engine may run hotter, reducing performance and efficiency.

About Soul Performance Products

Located in Willow Grove, PA. Soul Performance was formed by a team of auto enthusiasts with automotive industry experience. Soul Performance Products is partnered with ISO 9001 Certified aerospace manufacturers, enabling them to work with technology and industrial scale, extreme precision equipment down to +/- 0.002 inches that would otherwise be out of the limits of an exhaust manufacturer. Their mission is to provide the best possible results for their customers and to deliver exemplary service by developing incredible sounding, proven performing components.