Cleaning up an Intercooler

[Jking]

I have a 2 year old Mountune intercooler that I want move over. It was part of their M215 kit. It looks to be in good shape except for blister on the front surface. I assume it is just the powder coat from 2 years of heat and winter salt.

Could I get it bare metal and either paint or have it powder coated black. There is also ceramic powder coating available. Seems to be much debate.

 

[Meowoosh]

Sorry, cant help with the restoration of the outside, but mineral spirits splashed around inside will help remove residue, especially when accompanied by an air compressor.

 

[Jking]

Found this interesting:

https://www.carthrottle.com/post/pa...he-best-way-to-keep-your-turbod-engine-happy/

 

[felopr]

fastest and easiest way to clean it is with some gasoline and 99% alcohol
Pour gas inside, sway it back and forth (like a baby), pour gas out, repeat 1 or 2 times
Then do the same with the 99% alcohol, the alcohol will remove any left over of gas if any, and since it is 99%, i will dr

 

[haste]

purple power and rinse well(inside and out). let dry at least 24-36 hours either with very low heat or a fan blowing on the intercooler.