Intercooler Fan:

I decided to use a different approach than most for ducting air through the intercooler. Though a "front" mount is becoming a very popular upgrade, I decided to be different (as usual!) and retain the intercooler in its factory position. The problem with this spot is that it is directly over top the exhaust manifold where it can get heated (particularly when idling). The other concern was that the factory SVO and Turbo Coupe scoops, though attractive, are rumored to not have the greatest airflow and as I wanted to continue with my "Daytona Coupe" theme anyway, a scoop (or scoops) like this just wouldn't look right. The solution was to construct a "carb hump" on my hood similar to the originals and draw the air through the intercooler with a fan and exhaust it out the fender well. The fan I used came from a '86 Toyota MR2 engine and with it's $10 price, included a neat rubber plenum that I used to prevent engine vibration from being transferred to the fan.

 

 

 

Using heavy gauge aluminum, I built a box that seals the underside of the intercooler and routes the air out the side to the rubber plenum. I also added a aluminum "Ford" emblem to it for that "factory" look.

 

 

 

The fan itself is 7" in diameter and is mounted through the passenger side fenderwell. It's a tight fit but it does clear all the suspension pieces. The fan is also mounted on the Toyota rubber mounts to keep vibration and noise to a minimum. (please ignore the peeling paint. I had to beat on the fender panel to provide clearance for the turbo!) The silver thing to the top right of the fan is my boost regulator.

 

 

 

 

Here's a view of the intercooler and fan ducting from the rear. The top flange on the intercooler has since been removed to provide additional clearance for the hood. Details on the radiator ducting can be found in the "body mods" section.

 

 

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