leon cupra custom fmic install thread, NOW WITH LOGS POST INSTALL

[james walker]

could anyone please post a guide/parts needed and links for a custom/ebay fmic install on a leon cupra please

id like to see a individual thread on this, either twin pass or single pass and costs and how to fit etc

big ask i know but theres tons on lcr single pass

love to see how youve installed and a guide on the leon cupra auq engine

pretty please

 

[james.l]

i've got a thread somewhere that should give you everything that you need, bear with

 

[james.l]

1. FMIC
http://www.toyosports.co.uk/fmic-ffront-mount-turbo-intercooler-type-r-550x225x64mm-6699-955-p.asp

2. 45 degree silicon 63 to 57mm long reducers x 2
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Silicone-Hose...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item588436e458

3. 63mm alloy pipes 90 degree elbow X 4
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Alloy-Bend-90...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item518e6b8d8c


4. Silicone coupler X 5
http://www.toyosports.co.uk/silicone-hose-coupler-64mm-25--heavy-duty-clamps-499-559-p.asp

5. Joist strap of some kind X 2
6. Washers and bolts 8mm

I will use the forge guide for removing the bumper etc..

- Thanks rsmith

 

[greesha]

James i'm going to use same kis as kineticz.

he said it was a pretty much straight fit, bolt on kit.

Take a look.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/98-04-FMIC-SK...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item3a5673fae5

 

[Phillc]

Here you go James;

FMIC build thread post #176 on.

Pm me for any help you need.

 

[adam cupra 20vt]

James i'm going to use same kis as kineticz.

he said it was a pretty much straight fit, bolt on kit.

Take a look.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/98-04-FMIC-SK...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item3a5673fae5

I'd go with this, was good enough to get Dan over 240bhp

The other links seem to either be for LCR or LC with LCR manifolds so bit different

 

[greesha]

I really want to buy and fit it before AMD RR day ^^. Although i need to collect some debts first

 

[jamiebennett81]

one word of warning or an aspect to bare in mind, is what power goal you are going for?

from recent discussion on here, the ebay coolers seem good for around 250bhp (k03s territory), but if you are planning to go Hybrid (250bhp+) then either make sure you go for the "larger" of the ebay coolers with full 63mm pipework or opt for Forge or PA (not cheap I know, but buy cheap buy twice)

I would also stick with single pass, to reduce pressure loss

 

[james.l]

my bad, i have given details of an IC for the LCr, not LC

 

[james walker]

Here you go James;

FMIC build thread post #176 on.

Pm me for any help you need.

but thats a lcr setup phil....

 

[james walker]

I'd go with this, was good enough to get Dan over 240bhp

The other links seem to either be for LCR or LC with LCR manifolds so bit different

is that one not a octy fitment though?

are the pipes exact fitment for rerouting hotside to turbo?

 

[james walker]

one word of warning or an aspect to bare in mind, is what power goal you are going for?

from recent discussion on here, the ebay coolers seem good for around 250bhp (k03s territory), but if you are planning to go Hybrid (250bhp+) then either make sure you go for the "larger" of the ebay coolers with full 63mm pipework or opt for Forge or PA (not cheap I know, but buy cheap buy twice)

I would also stick with single pass, to reduce pressure loss

will never be going above 240 bhp, not planning any hybrid in the near future

 

[greesha]

Direct fitment James.

Photo from kineticz bay

 

[james walker]

that exact one?? states for octavia vrs fitment?

did he have to chop and mod anything or were the pipes spot on? im guessing modding the crash bar was needed

 

[james walker]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FMIC-SEAT-LEO...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item51900fb0c1

this ones for leon cupra fitment.....

gonna compare size to forge offering now.

 

[james walker]

having compared the above to forge, it seems really small.

i see robdon used this core http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FRONT-MOUNT-I...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item3efa80f12b


and would this pipework be ok, it states silicone joiners aswell??

would there be enough bends etc in this kit to fit?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GOLF-LEON-CUP...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item3356e7f54a

 

[ashley600]

i'm needed a FMIC too, heres for a forge Group buy on LC intercoolers

 

[AntneeUK]

Hey, see if you can get a group buy on Forge IC's full stop and I'll see if I can get in on it!

 

[ashley600]

is that 3 aready

 

[AntneeUK]

2.5; I said I'll see