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Old May 12, 2008 | 09:29 PM
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Revolution Mini Works Laminova Water to Air intercooler

Here are some pictures of the system that we have been testing for months
 

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Old May 12, 2008 | 09:32 PM
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As you can see there is very little water needed in this system unlike the others we have tested
inlet temps are superior to the other systems also
 

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Are they available yet ready to ship?
Price?
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Are they available yet ready to ship?
Price?
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We are finishing up some kits this week and should be ready to ship by Friday if all goes well. $2,000 for all parts inclusive

Laminova cores, AN fittings, nylon braided hose, catch can , relay for water pump, PWR heat exchanger etc etc.... we didn't skimp on anything
 
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Looks like a very nice bit of kit!
The price is pretty good also considering what you pay for the other W2A intercoolers out there and they don't utilise a Laminova design.
 
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What is the estimated install time?
 
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Will it fit using other then factory CAI's?
 
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Originally Posted by D-MAN
Looks like a very nice bit of kit!
The price is pretty good also considering what you pay for the other W2A intercoolers out there and they don't utilise a Laminova design.

EXACTLY

especially for the "heat down under" this is a killer design


we are putting together install pics and measurements to help with install time.... if you are skilled , probably 6hrs
 
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Will it fit using other then factory CAI's?

YES
 
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Old May 12, 2008 | 09:46 PM
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Will it fit using other then factory CAI's?
Danny's got a helix CAI and it fits fine.
 
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Is this the same system that has been on Danny's car for a long while?

If not, what changes were made from that one to the one pictured on your car?

Danke.
 
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Originally Posted by astrochex
Is this the same system that has been on Danny's car for a long while?

If not, what changes were made from that one to the one pictured on your car?

Danke.
Yes, it is.

Danny has a different (older design) heat exchanger. Other than that I'm not sure.
 
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Is this the same system that has been on Danny's car for a long while?

If not, what changes were made from that one to the one pictured on your car?

Danke.

Mine has better fittings and hoses (although Danny said he has changed them out...lol)
Using much less water as Danny still has the big water tank from the Gintani on his car
Also I am using the PWR heat exchanger, a very high quaility piece
 
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Originally Posted by D-MAN
Looks like a very nice bit of kit!
The price is pretty good also considering what you pay for the other W2A intercoolers out there and they don't utilise a Laminova design.
Someone explain this. I thought Laminova was a company. Seems that I am wrong.
 
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Someone explain this. I thought Laminova was a company. Seems that I am wrong.
They are, but a lot of people refer to their IC as a "Design" because it's quite unique .

http://www.alertmotorsport.com/intercoolers.htm
 
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Someone explain this. I thought Laminova was a company. Seems that I am wrong.

?????
 
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Originally Posted by goaljnky
Someone explain this. I thought Laminova was a company. Seems that I am wrong.
Yes they are a company but isn't their design patented and it is some what different to what is currently available?
 
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Originally Posted by goaljnky
Someone explain this. I thought Laminova was a company. Seems that I am wrong.
You are correct, Laminova is the name of the company that makes this particular heat exchanger core. See http://www.laminova-online.se/

Laminova is a division of the Opcon Group.

Opcon is an energy and environmental technology Group that develops, produces and markets systems and products for eco-friendly, efficient and resource-effective use of energy. Opcon has activities in Sweden and China. There are around 365 employees. The company’s shares are listed on OMX Nordic Exchange.

The Group comprises three business areas:

Renewable Energy focuses on generating electricity from surplus heat, systems for handling natural gas, heat recovery, drying processes, cleaning of flue gases, industrial cooling, air systems for fuel cells and measurement and monitoring of processes. The business area comprises the following subsidiaries: SRM (Svenska Rotor Maskiner AB), OES (Opcon Energy Systems AB), Opcon Autorotor AB, SRE (Svensk Rökgasenergi AB), REF Tech (REF Technology Scandinavia AB) and Mitec (Mitec Instrument AB).

Engine Efficiency focuses on ignition systems for combustion engines including ethanol, natural gas and biogas engines, and heat exchangers and superchargers for combustion engines. The business area comprises the following subsidiaries: SEM AB, Opcon Tech (Opcon Technology Suzhou Co., Ltd), Laminova Production AB and Lysholm Technologies AB.

Mobility Products focuses on technology for positioning, motion and regulation for electrical vehicles and electrical wheelchairs. The business area comprises the REAC AB subsidiary.
 
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Would there be any issues running water/meth injection with it?
 
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Would there be any issues running water/meth injection with it?

only your pocket book

the outlet horn on the intercooler was cool to the touch after blasting around the RACE track
 
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how much liquid will this thing hold with the tank that comes with your application?
 
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how much liquid will this thing hold with the tank that comes with your application?



I will measure all of the fluid I pour in tomorrow
 
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Originally Posted by gnatster
You are correct, Laminova is the name of the company that makes this particular heat exchanger core. See http://www.laminova-online.se/

Laminova is a division of the Opcon Group.

Opcon is an energy and environmental technology Group that develops, produces and markets systems and products for eco-friendly, efficient and resource-effective use of energy. Opcon has activities in Sweden and China. There are around 365 employees. The company’s shares are listed on OMX Nordic Exchange.

The Group comprises three business areas:

Renewable Energy focuses on generating electricity from surplus heat, systems for handling natural gas, heat recovery, drying processes, cleaning of flue gases, industrial cooling, air systems for fuel cells and measurement and monitoring of processes. The business area comprises the following subsidiaries: SRM (Svenska Rotor Maskiner AB), OES (Opcon Energy Systems AB), Opcon Autorotor AB, SRE (Svensk Rökgasenergi AB), REF Tech (REF Technology Scandinavia AB) and Mitec (Mitec Instrument AB).

Engine Efficiency focuses on ignition systems for combustion engines including ethanol, natural gas and biogas engines, and heat exchangers and superchargers for combustion engines. The business area comprises the following subsidiaries: SEM AB, Opcon Tech (Opcon Technology Suzhou Co., Ltd), Laminova Production AB and Lysholm Technologies AB.

Mobility Products focuses on technology for positioning, motion and regulation for electrical vehicles and electrical wheelchairs. The business area comprises the REAC AB subsidiary.
 
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I will measure all of the fluid I pour in tomorrow
mmm water wetter
 
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Guys, skip the popcorn smiley. The question was sincere. I am not up in IC past the GP IC I am running. I did not realize that the Laminova core was a patented design. I will stand in the corner waiting for my spanking.
 
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