Fi Interchiller is installed!! - Page 3

Scottyz · 06-10-2019, 12:16 PM

I was thinking if he ordered it and took the kit to speed inc. Weapon X claims plug and play. Speed inc I’m sure has A/C equipment to deal with the freon.
Not sure if there’s a big price difference . I haven’t looked that closely.

Mcmillion · 06-10-2019, 02:40 PM

I inquired about this kit from CSP on their website and they offered install help when I take it to my local shop. Did you buy it direct from FI?

Elite Engineering · 06-10-2019, 03:08 PM

We had one of our Engineers testing these a few years back. For road race applications you want to use the Toyota Prius or the Chevy Volt 12v DC AC compressor. Runs with no load on the engine and no WOT shutoff. You can also rig a solenoid to keep the compressor engaged during competition mode.

These, if installed properly, will maintain 40-50*F below ambient air temps at a fraction of the overall weight of a ice box system. I have not studied the WeaponX system, but they all are not that complicated to install and when done correctly are awesome. Keep in mind, at 115* IAT 1-2 degrees of timing will be pulled, at 150 3-5, and above as much as 8-10 plus. On a stock ZL1 we saw a 40 WHP gain over the stock ambient air temp system. And total weight added as app 12#. But that was 5-6 years ago. On a 1000 HP build it was not as effective, but in the 1/4 mile started at 43* when staging, at the stripe it was still below 70* and by the time we were back in the pits it was back down to below 40*. That was with the AC comp disengaging at WOT during the run.

It takes less than 3 minutes to go from 120* IAT-2 to below 45*F.

We don't sell or make them, just contributing the testing done years ago.

TripleBlkZL1 · 06-11-2019, 06:43 PM

I decided to just sell it.. if anyone’s interested please let me know.

EDFHOBBIES · 06-11-2019, 06:52 PM

I'm interested what do the directions look like.

TripleBlkZL1 · 06-11-2019, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by EDFHOBBIES

I'm interested what do the directions look like.

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Chris V · 06-11-2019, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elite Engineering

We had one of our Engineers testing these a few years back. For road race applications you want to use the Toyota Prius or the Chevy Volt 12v DC AC compressor. Runs with no load on the engine and no WOT shutoff. You can also rig a solenoid to keep the compressor engaged during competition mode.

These, if installed properly, will maintain 40-50*F below ambient air temps at a fraction of the overall weight of a ice box system. I have not studied the WeaponX system, but they all are not that complicated to install and when done correctly are awesome. Keep in mind, at 115* IAT 1-2 degrees of timing will be pulled, at 150 3-5, and above as much as 8-10 plus. On a stock ZL1 we saw a 40 WHP gain over the stock ambient air temp system. And total weight added as app 12#. But that was 5-6 years ago. On a 1000 HP build it was not as effective, but in the 1/4 mile started at 43* when staging, at the stripe it was still below 70* and by the time we were back in the pits it was back down to below 40*. That was with the AC comp disengaging at WOT during the run.

It takes less than 3 minutes to go from 120* IAT-2 to below 45*F.

We don't sell or make them, just contributing the testing done years ago.

Thanks for the info. Did you guys do any testing on the road course with an electric a/c compressor?

Scottyz · 06-11-2019, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris V

Thanks for the info. Did you guys do any testing on the road course with an electric a/c compressor?

TTT. Im curious for an answer to this question also.

alssiri · 06-12-2019, 05:35 AM

I am in the process of installing my stage 2 Forced Induction Interchiller & hope that all goes fine . I have it on my 2012 ZL1 & that was with hoses already crimped and ready for installation not like this one .

Ahmad

parish8 · 06-12-2019, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alssiri

I am in the process of installing my stage 2 Forced Induction Interchiller & hope that all goes fine . I have it on my 2012 ZL1 & that was with hoses already crimped and ready for installation not like this one .

Ahmad

What parts do they add to make it a stage 2? Guessing a 2nd Freon/fluid heat exchanger?

ramairroughneck · 06-12-2019, 05:02 PM

My take is the stage 2 adds a solenoid and inside switch to block the flow of freon from circulating through the cabin. Nothing across the evaporator, everything is going solely through the chiller. I would guess same chiller and no extra HX

The comp solenoid allows you to run the AC system in 2 modes:
1. Cabin and Chiller
2. Chiller only (race track safe)
In chiller only mode you are able to get colder intake temps and you will pass tech inspection at your race track as condensation is then unable to form on the cabin evaporator and you are then allowed to use the AC system on the track, as long as your intercooler lines are also insulated to not drip condensation.
The solenoid is controlled by a simple ON/OFF switch inside the cabin.

alssiri · 06-12-2019, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parish8

What parts do they add to make it a stage 2? Guessing a 2nd Freon/fluid heat exchanger?

Didn't open the box & had to send it to the garage for the install , I think you are right & will confirm it when i go to the garage.

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Originally Posted by ramairroughneck

My take is the stage 2 adds a solenoid and inside switch to block the flow of freon from circulating through the cabin. Nothing across the evaporator, everything is going solely through the chiller. I would guess same chiller and no extra HX

The comp solenoid allows you to run the AC system in 2 modes:
1. Cabin and Chiller
2. Chiller only (race track safe)
In chiller only mode you are able to get colder intake temps and you will pass tech inspection at your race track as condensation is then unable to form on the cabin evaporator and you are then allowed to use the AC system on the track, as long as your intercooler lines are also insulated to not drip condensation.
The solenoid is controlled by a simple ON/OFF switch inside the cabin.

What you are talking about is the competition & street mode .

parish8 · 06-12-2019, 05:38 PM

yeah the competition and street mode valve is part of the base kit.

Want1 · 06-13-2019, 01:59 PM

By the way, is there anybody in Phoenix who has one of these installed, and is working as it should?

I called a couple of shops regarding installation, and they are saying that these don't work properly in Phoenix?!? They have even uninstalled a couple of them due to that AC not being able to work because of the intense heat?? Which doesn't really make much sense since the manufaturer is located in Australia which is a pretty hot place, also, so... Any insight??

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06-11-2019, 06:52 PM	#33
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06-12-2019, 05:35 AM	#37
alssiri Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,250	I am in the process of installing my stage 2 Forced Induction Interchiller & hope that all goes fine . I have it on my 2012 ZL1 & that was with hoses already crimped and ready for installation not like this one . Ahmad __________________ 2017 ZL1 A10 SW (SOLD) Whipple 2.9 with 3.2 Pulley, Weapon-X Stage 3 Cam, FIICHILLER ,LG Motorsports LT, Borla S type, ROTFAB Big Gulp, Big 3 Reservoir Glassskinz rear window valance . 2012 ZL1 A6 (SOLD) Forged 376 CI, LSA HeartBeat, Mast Medium Bore Heads & JDP ZLR Cam, ARH LT , MagnaFlow Resonated X + Borla Atak Catback, ADM 102mm Snout, CAI, NW102MM TB, ID850, Fore Triple Fuel Pump, MSD Wire's, Moroso CC. Alky Control, FIICHILLER.

06-12-2019, 05:38 PM	#41
parish8 Drives: 17 SS a8 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: omaha Posts: 1,678	yeah the competition and street mode valve is part of the base kit. __________________ dropped a valve in the 6.2. now running a drop in rods and piston 5.3 best et 5.83@121 with the 5.3 http://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=465472

06-10-2019, 12:16 PM	#29
Scottyz 2019 ZL1 1LE MY GOON Drives: 1980 Z28 Big Red. Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Stoney Creek Posts: 2,061	I was thinking if he ordered it and took the kit to speed inc. Weapon X claims plug and play. Speed inc I’m sure has A/C equipment to deal with the freon. Not sure if there’s a big price difference . I haven’t looked that closely.

06-10-2019, 02:40 PM	#30
Mcmillion Drives: 2018 ZL1 1998 SS 1992 Typhoon Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: RR Posts: 262	I inquired about this kit from CSP on their website and they offered install help when I take it to my local shop. Did you buy it direct from FI?

06-10-2019, 03:08 PM	#31
Elite Engineering Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Denver Posts: 1,381	We had one of our Engineers testing these a few years back. For road race applications you want to use the Toyota Prius or the Chevy Volt 12v DC AC compressor. Runs with no load on the engine and no WOT shutoff. You can also rig a solenoid to keep the compressor engaged during competition mode. These, if installed properly, will maintain 40-50F below ambient air temps at a fraction of the overall weight of a ice box system. I have not studied the WeaponX system, but they all are not that complicated to install and when done correctly are awesome. Keep in mind, at 115 IAT 1-2 degrees of timing will be pulled, at 150 3-5, and above as much as 8-10 plus. On a stock ZL1 we saw a 40 WHP gain over the stock ambient air temp system. And total weight added as app 12#. But that was 5-6 years ago. On a 1000 HP build it was not as effective, but in the 1/4 mile started at 43* when staging, at the stripe it was still below 70* and by the time we were back in the pits it was back down to below 40. That was with the AC comp disengaging at WOT during the run. It takes less than 3 minutes to go from 120 IAT-2 to below 45*F. We don't sell or make them, just contributing the testing done years ago.

06-12-2019, 05:02 PM	#39
ramairroughneck Drives: 2018 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 239	My take is the stage 2 adds a solenoid and inside switch to block the flow of freon from circulating through the cabin. Nothing across the evaporator, everything is going solely through the chiller. I would guess same chiller and no extra HX The comp solenoid allows you to run the AC system in 2 modes: 1. Cabin and Chiller 2. Chiller only (race track safe) In chiller only mode you are able to get colder intake temps and you will pass tech inspection at your race track as condensation is then unable to form on the cabin evaporator and you are then allowed to use the AC system on the track, as long as your intercooler lines are also insulated to not drip condensation. The solenoid is controlled by a simple ON/OFF switch inside the cabin.

06-13-2019, 01:59 PM	#42
Want1 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 127	By the way, is there anybody in Phoenix who has one of these installed, and is working as it should? I called a couple of shops regarding installation, and they are saying that these don't work properly in Phoenix?!? They have even uninstalled a couple of them due to that AC not being able to work because of the intense heat?? Which doesn't really make much sense since the manufaturer is located in Australia which is a pretty hot place, also, so... Any insight??

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