WRX Intercooler Restoration - Its seriously cool

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  • @MirabelloGarage
    @MirabelloGarage Рік тому +66

    Another perfect restoration with the result being the part looking like brand new. Plus, no one ever show how to clean the fins and restoring the cooling efficiency. Your work is amaizing!

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +4

      Thank you so much :)

    • @CrazyCat229
      @CrazyCat229 Рік тому +1

      And he sounds like Collin McRaye

    • @dmacarthur5356
      @dmacarthur5356 11 місяців тому

      What media are you using in your vapor blast cabinet? ​@@RRCRestoration

  • @LS-uv9gg
    @LS-uv9gg Рік тому +28

    To heck with Ocean waves, or Fountains, Babbling Brooks, etc., *this* is downright calming and soul soothing. Bravo to your channel and all your cool resto's man.

  • @robertalvarez15
    @robertalvarez15 Рік тому +12

    I really enjoy these short videos on single component restorations in this Impreza series. And I think that adding some genuine RRC narration makes them both a bit more educational and also personal.

  • @tonysshorts-z9w
    @tonysshorts-z9w Рік тому +10

    Great as always. You're the Bob Ross of restoration, it's very well made and relaxing to watch.

    • @jmdean_
      @jmdean_ Рік тому

      Underrated comment!!

  • @Gunma_garage
    @Gunma_garage Рік тому +1

    I have to say that your accent makes the detailed work, feel more precise. I'm not sure why but I think it's soothing, mate. Cheers from Delaware USA . I greatly appreciate your painting experience and advice 🙏🤙🤘. Beautiful work

  • @lahunmanik8486
    @lahunmanik8486 Рік тому +1

    So pleasure to se you motor-videos. It is nice to see how accurate you do this. Im German and if I dont know I would say you too! Sometimes just difficult to understand because you speak little fast.

    • @beakittelscherz5419
      @beakittelscherz5419 11 місяців тому

      Moinmoin aus Oldenburg! Du kannst Untertitel nutzen in Deutsch und Englisch. Nach ca 25 Videos oder so hat man sich daran gewöhnt wie er spricht. Jetzt muss ich nur noch ab und zu mal reinschauen , wenn ich einen Motor Begriff nicht kenne oder akustisch nicht richtig verstehen kann. Einer der besten Kanäle auf UA-cam!
      Vielleicht gefallen Dir auch diese:
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      Viel Spaß
      ps. evtl Kanal tipps von dir welche du gerne schaust?

  • @craigstrickland1572
    @craigstrickland1572 Рік тому +4

    Turned out nice! Tweezing fins sounds mind-numbing!

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, Yeah it is rather tedious but well worth the effort.

  • @Sir_Uncle_Ned
    @Sir_Uncle_Ned Рік тому

    TIL petrol is a great solvent! Obviously you need the area to be well ventilated to avoid an explosive atmosphere, but it got that oil out beautifully!

  • @iancompton5646
    @iancompton5646 Рік тому

    Another great rebuild. For years I have been using a screw driver that I’ve shaped for radiator cores. But now I’m using tweezers. Great job old mate.

  • @Shaolin_way
    @Shaolin_way Рік тому

    An air oil separator helps a ton with keeping oil out of the intake on boxer engine. I grabbed the IAG one, since it runs coolant through to keep the aos the same temperature as the engine. No condensation build up with the coolant running.

  • @Kenny_P_abz
    @Kenny_P_abz Рік тому +2

    Great restoration. I was fooled by the thumbnail though - it made me think you were going to spray the STi logo on the fins.

  • @paulmarsdensr1095
    @paulmarsdensr1095 Рік тому +2

    A very good install brother. A nice touch with tweezers on the intercooler fins.

  • @Dr.Mihan_Casprega
    @Dr.Mihan_Casprega Рік тому +3

    Te acompanho do Brasil há muito tempo, excelentíssimo trabalho, a tradução automática ajuda bastante. Parabéns pelo melhor canal de restauração de autos e bikes que eu conheço.

  • @SergioCosta-zf9zy
    @SergioCosta-zf9zy Рік тому +1

    I like these mini restorations. Much better. Keep it going and then just a finished product compilation

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому

      Really happy to hear you are enjoying all of these smaller videos :)

    • @rodneyhopper22
      @rodneyhopper22 Рік тому

      It's spelled restorations dude you should've finished school 🏫

    • @SergioCosta-zf9zy
      @SergioCosta-zf9zy Рік тому

      @Rodney Hopper I did. Just not in an English speaking country. Thanks for pointing out my mistake and I hope that it gave your life some meaning.

  • @oceanhome2023
    @oceanhome2023 Рік тому

    It sounds like a good idea to clean ANY still functioning Inter-Cooler that is found on these cars or any car for that Matter . It was amazing how much oil was inside this cooler .

  • @StickyBaldieAdrian
    @StickyBaldieAdrian Рік тому +1

    Zip ties or cable ties whichever you choose to call them are great for straightening the metal fins

  • @sohchx
    @sohchx 7 місяців тому +1

    How in the world have I as a subscriber and a WRX owner myself completely missed this vid?!?!

  • @autopassion27
    @autopassion27 Рік тому +1

    Great job on this intercooler, it looks brand new 👌
    Thank you mister 😉

  • @H.A.L-9000
    @H.A.L-9000 Рік тому

    Sir you are an artist, it's a pleasure to see your works

  • @santiagomosqueda7848
    @santiagomosqueda7848 Рік тому +1

    for the first time come first!! excellent video as always!!!

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +1

      Congratulations on being the first commenter :)

  • @johnbradford9235
    @johnbradford9235 Рік тому +2

    An audio & visual joy once again dude 🙏🙏🙏. And thanks for sharing the knowledge as well. Top job, as ever 👏👏👏. 😎

  • @freddywsn3447
    @freddywsn3447 Рік тому

    I really need to get those pipes for mine. I havent really thought about it. Well done, as usual!

  • @OrhanAvcioglu
    @OrhanAvcioglu Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the video.
    Can you tell us what sealent you used for the aluminium?

  • @mobydoux
    @mobydoux Рік тому +3

    Always very relaxing to watch (and of course, interesting). Thank you very much !

  • @shaunhardie6077
    @shaunhardie6077 Рік тому

    My OCD was very well satisfied with the cooling fin straightening, cheers 🍻😎.

  • @andrewwiltse8882
    @andrewwiltse8882 Рік тому

    Before Go-Jo we used gas to wash the grease off our hands. Ya, Im old!
    Great job as always!

  • @raoulraoulsen4716
    @raoulraoulsen4716 Рік тому +1

    08:09 thanks mate :-)
    Great work as usual - though one never gets used to your fantastic work.

  • @DavidSuttoninSpain
    @DavidSuttoninSpain Рік тому +1

    You always make a difference no matter what you do, thank you.

  • @minorityofone1510
    @minorityofone1510 Рік тому

    Ah yes the old Haynes Manual phrase "reassemly is the reverse of disassembly" 😂😂. Great Video as usual!

  • @lancemillward1912
    @lancemillward1912 Рік тому

    Like a hit job on the radiator with Maria style preparation.

  • @putrid2529
    @putrid2529 Рік тому

    TWEEZERS!!!!!! you are a genius. Screwdrivers just did not do the trick for me.

  • @chrisvandecar4676
    @chrisvandecar4676 Рік тому

    Howdy, enjoyed this video ( as always) , to be honest the vapor blaster stirs the rage of jealously😁. I have used plastic tool called a fin comb to straighten cooling fins in various radiators. Here ours get bent by 110kph+ impact with pre historic bugs. Tried flat blade screwdrivers, never tweezers though.😀

  • @trtsndrnggr
    @trtsndrnggr Рік тому

    Short, concise and clear. It's so fun watching your video. Looks like new stuff. Excellent work, man.

  • @cjr6564
    @cjr6564 Рік тому

    Well done Buddy,
    Great work, clear precise commentary and a good bit of music to finish with. Your Videos just get better and better. I cannot think how long that must have taken, not just the work on the Intercooler but the video work, setting up the shots ( I still love the anonymity aspect) and the video editing. A real tour de force.

  • @BobbyDazzler888
    @BobbyDazzler888 Рік тому +1

    Two flathead screwdrivers are beat for straightening the for perfectly and swiftly

  • @attila9791
    @attila9791 6 місяців тому

    Now that is a proper job sir ! Thank you for this video my Intercooler way overdue ?

  • @Zadkiell-16
    @Zadkiell-16 4 місяці тому

    I love your work, greetings from Guatemala

  • @jontaylor4057
    @jontaylor4057 Рік тому +2

    Another good job well done there Big Man👍🏻👍🏻

  • @plightn
    @plightn Рік тому +1

    What sealer did you use? Is it clear coat? Because that would inhibit it's cooling ability.

  • @badusername4
    @badusername4 Рік тому +4

    What sealer is used please?

  • @chung5star
    @chung5star Рік тому

    I notice this is the way to cold brew coffee and piano tuning!😁

  • @802Garage
    @802Garage Рік тому +3

    From the thumbnail I was wondering how the heck you got the fins so clean. low pressure vapor blasting makes sense! I really want to find some kind of rubber tipped perfectly sized and shaped tool to straighten fins. They never seen to come out just right even with the combs I have. I do have a 3D printer now. Maybe I should just make something. Great work!

    • @Shace616
      @Shace616 Рік тому

      I've been told to use wooden skewers in the past.

  • @michaelskinner896
    @michaelskinner896 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful work as always!

  • @bren106
    @bren106 Рік тому +1

    There is a specific tool for doing those radiator fins. I once had a blocked rad while in Cornwall and the place I went to took off the header and bottom, unclogged the core and resoldered it, then straightened all the fins with the tool.

  • @gustafgunnarsson2478
    @gustafgunnarsson2478 Рік тому +1

    What kind of sealer do you use?? What brand is the wapor cabinet?

  • @woberu
    @woberu Рік тому

    That comment for the algorithm😉
    Always enjoying watching your vids!

  • @Shikimorirorokun
    @Shikimorirorokun Рік тому

    Love the restoration. I was a little behind on videos but already caught up. Although I am a little disappointed that there was no testing of the intercooler to check the arp sound.

  • @CalumLawson
    @CalumLawson Рік тому

    Nah, you sneaked out and bought a new one didn't you 😜
    Another fantastic restoration, after the cleaning I noticed the few bent fins and though hmm, what to do about those, but I had no worries when I saw the tweezers on the bench.

  • @iankirwan8156
    @iankirwan8156 Рік тому +2

    More fantastic work, this is going to be an amazing example of an Impreza once its done.
    Can I ask what you use to seal the aluminium?

    • @zardportugal
      @zardportugal Рік тому

      "Can I ask what you use to seal the aluminium?"
      That is the big question.
      Cheers.

  • @TheGoodMedicine
    @TheGoodMedicine Рік тому +3

    What sealer did you use?

  • @alexhughes7788
    @alexhughes7788 Рік тому

    Another awesome restoration, well timed too as im removing mine tomorrow so gave me some ideas, just waiting for an in depth video on how you zinc plate! and ofc the impreza resto

  • @denniz1990
    @denniz1990 Рік тому +1

    Love this series but cant wait for a bike one .
    I would love for you to do an first generation Superbike again

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +1

      I feel exactly the same way, as much as i like working on the scooby i cant wait to get cracking on another bike restoration :)

    • @denniz1990
      @denniz1990 Рік тому

      @@RRCRestoration i love all your work because of the way you explain what you do in a fun and interesting way .
      Your also one of the few youtubers that responds .
      Would love to see an srad rebuild ( mine finally runs after a carb rebuild )

  • @Icestorm294
    @Icestorm294 Рік тому

    Your voice and voice-over reminds me of playing the PS1 Colin McRae intro level - good times 👍🏻

  • @adamwhite1920
    @adamwhite1920 Рік тому

    Love those close-ups!

  • @tinymotogarage
    @tinymotogarage Рік тому

    Beautiful, professional work as always man. Love it.

  • @RichardT2112
    @RichardT2112 Рік тому +1

    Did the sealer “clog” any of the fins? I’d be worried about the sealer’s surface tension bridging the fins, then hardening.

    • @dan725
      @dan725 Рік тому +1

      I’m wondering this as well; along with the thermal properties the sealer would inhibit.

  • @sneakyfoz3692
    @sneakyfoz3692 Рік тому

    Awesome work as usual, being pedantic myself, I would have installed the Turbosmart Constant Tension Murray Clamps on the y-pipe coupler, I have just found that you will never get a boost leak no matter how much boost you run with those clamps, good enough for motorsport good enough for any track days and normal street, and not particularly expensive..

  • @markusweber5561
    @markusweber5561 Рік тому

    Perfect, as always. Need you for my boat restoration.

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому

      Cheers buddy, I've never really been involved with boats id probably be a bit out of my depth so to speak haha what kind of boat do you have?

    • @markusweber5561
      @markusweber5561 Рік тому

      @@RRCRestoration its a Formula 31 PC from 1998 and there is a lot of work to do. New canvas, new ceiling, cleaning the engine bay. Sometimes i wish i could do all this work as perfect as you. But my job allows me not to spend so much time with it.
      Be sure youre my insperation

  • @jho43586
    @jho43586 Рік тому

    good to see my friend the towel in this episode, he's cool and strong

  • @Emily-lk1mf
    @Emily-lk1mf Рік тому

    Another gorgeous restoration 👍 id be ditching that bov entirely, but its personal preference. Itll be better than factory by the time youre done with it 😊

  • @corahughes7768
    @corahughes7768 Рік тому

    Good tae see another Scot who loves makin tha engine an bay look brilliant

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +1

      Cheers Cora :)

    • @rodneyhopper22
      @rodneyhopper22 Рік тому

      Need to take up some spelling lessons

    • @corahughes7768
      @corahughes7768 Рік тому +1

      @@rodneyhopper22 An ye need tae no be rude fer ye ken anythin bout someone an their culture. It's okie, ye only care bout yer sel an yer own culture. Thas how entitled "sovereign" toxic americans are. Of which ye obviously are. Ah love ma sel when ah go tae bed at night. 💕 Can ye say tha same? Cheers! 😋

  • @djevo3441
    @djevo3441 Рік тому

    Another awesome job congratulations my friend

  • @54mgtf22
    @54mgtf22 Рік тому +1

    Love your work 👍

  • @pedrobanza603
    @pedrobanza603 Рік тому

    Let’s go! Another small but big restoration.

  • @markaddy53
    @markaddy53 Рік тому

    great job as always lad keep up the good work

  • @Herbybandit
    @Herbybandit Рік тому

    I don't envy you straightening those fins!

  • @2jzhx60
    @2jzhx60 Рік тому +1

    What sealant did you use on the IC to keep it from oxidizing?

  • @markhowlett8070
    @markhowlett8070 Рік тому

    Outstanding job sir.

  • @tonyross2947
    @tonyross2947 Рік тому

    Great job as always, big man!

  • @bunabuna9287
    @bunabuna9287 Рік тому

    Cracking job again 👏

  • @StuPidasshole-u2r
    @StuPidasshole-u2r Рік тому

    Options if you dont have a vapor blaster to restore the corroded outside?

  • @themadmallard
    @themadmallard Рік тому

    choice of lubricant type when reassembling the recirc valve piston?

  • @TiroxSnapJack
    @TiroxSnapJack Рік тому +1

    Oil in intercooler.....Rut Ro Shaggy- Worn turbo bearings and seals. Thus why it was parked in decent condition....There is this great tool for HVAC technicians for straightening out fins. It's like a rake...works great.

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +2

      Haha exactly my friend, It was parked up, LOTS of bits sold off and then forgotten about until I saved it :). Yeah I had a look at those tools but decided to go with tweezers as i didn't have too many bent fins and more importantly I'm a Scotsman so I'm tighter than 2 coats of paint haha .

    • @Omegacron37
      @Omegacron37 Рік тому +2

      More likely from the PCV system than blown seals.

  • @adamjohnson6701
    @adamjohnson6701 Рік тому

    Another brilliant restoration, especially for a Subaru die hard. But you gotta ditch that BOV!

    • @RRCRestoration
      @RRCRestoration  Рік тому +1

      Thank you :), I actually quite like it lol. Although it may still have to go if it doesn't perform well as I've still not driven the car yet to find out

    • @adamjohnson6701
      @adamjohnson6701 Рік тому

      Top bloke for the reply. Amazing work already, car will be stunning

  • @ApprenticeGM
    @ApprenticeGM Рік тому +1

    Great restore - thanks for sharing! How does that aluminium sealer work? Wouldn't spraying that sealer on reduce the alu-air cooling efficiency? Or is it some corrosive-inhibiting-but-thermally-transferring substance? What is it?

    • @dan725
      @dan725 Рік тому +1

      Yaaaa I have the same question! I hope it doesn’t affect the thermal transfer properties of the aluminum so I’m curious myself!

  • @redeye118
    @redeye118 5 місяців тому

    Did you use standard clear coat to seal it ? Also what's the blue stuff you put on the dump valve gasket, is it instant gasket?
    Cheers great video

  • @jeffhammond8969
    @jeffhammond8969 Рік тому

    Looks nice. Surprised that you didn't straighten the fins before cleaning the core and that you didn't replace cheap clamps with good Norma clamps.

  • @ryanhanlin2050
    @ryanhanlin2050 Рік тому

    Maybe someone asked but would a radiator or AC Fin Comb not reduce the time on straightening?

  • @robertzerafa4806
    @robertzerafa4806 Рік тому

    Did you use heat proof laquer to seal the alloy cooller please

  • @duncanIME
    @duncanIME Рік тому

    Love your channel! Curious how many different camera you use at once? Your videos give the impression that there are many cameras involved!

  • @RuhelSSJ4
    @RuhelSSJ4 Рік тому

    Does the coating on yhe aluminium effect perfotof the intercooler?

  • @kevinhawley962
    @kevinhawley962 Рік тому

    so ive dealt with turbo honda everything from D to K ..... 1 question was that bov bolted to the inter cooler?

  • @adamrgarage
    @adamrgarage Рік тому

    what fluid did you use for clean in ultrasonic cleaner ?

  • @Zensaitv
    @Zensaitv Рік тому

    What ultrasonic cleaning solution do you use RRC?

  • @Gabefc3s
    @Gabefc3s Рік тому

    what solution do you use in your ultrasonic cleaner?

  • @pordee9296
    @pordee9296 Рік тому

    What's the size of the elbow silicone hose, isn't it 2 inches?

  • @SamColtHolbrook
    @SamColtHolbrook Рік тому

    Another fantastic restoration!!! I can’t wait for the next episode of this restoration. May I ask what was the solution you used in your ultrasonic cleaning unit? Thanks again for another entertaining and informative video. Cheers🥃

  • @dmitriimetis3664
    @dmitriimetis3664 Рік тому

    Как всегда отличная работа 👍👍🤔

  • @nps5886
    @nps5886 Рік тому

    Cant wait build it already lol but serious every thing you do is brilliant

  • @Shaolin_way
    @Shaolin_way Рік тому

    What type of clear coat did you use? How has it held up so far? I'm actually in the process of restoring an STi intercooler myself!

  • @Aldaiuss
    @Aldaiuss Рік тому

    Really nice job👌🏻

  • @YammyCookiez
    @YammyCookiez Рік тому

    Ayeee perfect-o!! 👌🏻👌🏻

  • @MrCrazyivan01
    @MrCrazyivan01 Рік тому

    Nice video as always. HIghlight of my week when RRC videos are on my playlist!
    Quick question:
    How do you know to apply grease on threads of bolts? Do you have a manual?

  • @classiccarfinder
    @classiccarfinder 8 місяців тому

    The sealant you used was this just a satin lacquer?

  • @jasonfrary
    @jasonfrary Рік тому

    You still going to look at putting in some little wipers on the inside of the vapour chamber? 😉👍

  • @blu73
    @blu73 5 місяців тому

    I get that this was ages ago and i'm late to the show here but you can buy HVAC fin combs which i bet if you have a few of you'd have the right size to straighten any car radiator/IC/heater maxtrix etc etc. Just for future reference ;)

  • @wc3101
    @wc3101 Рік тому

    Love your videos, can you possibly link the parts you bought and other stuff used as I'm new to this and want to follow your video for guidance? Also what sealant did you use and can I get it in spray can form?

    • @rodneyhopper22
      @rodneyhopper22 Рік тому

      What do you think people yes you can duh dude I'm pretty sure

    • @rodneyhopper22
      @rodneyhopper22 Рік тому

      Use your brain's on this subject and you might be amazed to what you can do with some ambition hmmm 🤔🤔

  • @dmacarthur5356
    @dmacarthur5356 10 місяців тому

    After an hour of tweezing all the fins straight I went to take off the y pipe. As I was unbolting the tab on the flange with the threads snapped off. Defeat.

  • @KarasouTengu
    @KarasouTengu Рік тому

    Enjoy this so much. Lets me know the pain of some of the work I gotta do lol. Curious to know the Y pipe upgrade you got. Ive seen many silicon ones, but never metal. And I would prefer that.

  • @re-fix9678
    @re-fix9678 Рік тому

    good👍👍