cleaning out intercooler - Land Rovers Only

Manni · 08-02-2006, 11:14 PM

I have a 300tdi Discovery and i want to wash out the intercooler. What is the best thing to use?

I have heard Land Rover do a intercooler wash/cleaner but its expensive, is that right?

Cheers for any advise

RageRover · 08-03-2006, 12:54 AM

I dunno too much about the Tdi motors, but from what I heard from a friend who is getting his associates degree for Diesel Technician, he says to clean the intercooler, by using something that will evaporate quickly, like throttle body cleaner, but from what I see on domestic diesel motors, they say not to use that type of cleaner. What he refers to, is bigger diesels, like Volvo, Cummins, CAT, etc..

If you wanted to keep things from getting dirty and a mess of things, I would take it to the dealer to have it cleaned out.

phantom phan · 08-03-2006, 02:45 AM

manni
go to www.discoveryownersclub.com and see the post's there
basically you need to remove the intercooler, fill with parafine and leave to soak as long as possible, flush out with plenty of water and make sure you dry it, dont leave any traces of parafine in the intercooler !! and refit to vehicle
regards
phantom phan
barnsley
uk

300bhp/ton · 08-03-2006, 07:33 AM

Not sure what gain you'll get from cleaning it. The only thing in there is likely to be oil residue, which means some form of vapour decreaser would be required. But apart from knowing it's cleaner I doubt you'll see any difference otherwise.

Larger aftermarket intercoolers are the way to go. Places like Allisport offer kits for about £400 inc fitting. They will also adjust the injector pump and fuel it up for more power.

A cheaper option is to just get a 2nd intercooler from a breakers (older 3.0 Supra Turbo??) or buy a generic one from somewhere like Demon Tweeks and plumb it in yourself.

http://www.allisport.com/

Or there's always Ebay.

Manni · 08-03-2006, 01:26 PM

cheers everyone for the replies.

The reason i was going to clean the intercooler was because it stated it on the Land Rover service ticksheet at i think 48,000 or 72,000 miles(can not remember which). As Land Rover put it on the sheet i thought there must be a reason.

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Manni Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: oxford, uk Posts: 4 Gallery: 0	cleaning out intercooler I have a 300tdi Discovery and i want to wash out the intercooler. What is the best thing to use? I have heard Land Rover do a intercooler wash/cleaner but its expensive, is that right? Cheers for any advise

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RageRover Crazy about Rovers and more... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Westland, MI Posts: 2,889 Gallery: 0	I dunno too much about the Tdi motors, but from what I heard from a friend who is getting his associates degree for Diesel Technician, he says to clean the intercooler, by using something that will evaporate quickly, like throttle body cleaner, but from what I see on domestic diesel motors, they say not to use that type of cleaner. What he refers to, is bigger diesels, like Volvo, Cummins, CAT, etc.. If you wanted to keep things from getting dirty and a mess of things, I would take it to the dealer to have it cleaned out. __________________ Pat Albaugh, Midwest Moderator "Diffage" -the point at which the truck's differential makes contact with the ground. http://www.cardomain.com/id/RageRover42Visit my RRC and others here!(updated as of September 15, 2006) 1995 RRC LWB -LT265/75R16 Pathfinder All Terrains -RTE 2" Lift Springs -Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks (from DAP Enterprises) -KMC Front Diff Guard -4 Desert Fox 55 watt Lighting -Radio Shack CB Radio (never know when signal fails on a cell phone) -2 Halogen Super Sport 100 watt forward lights -Custom slim style front bumper w/ integrated bull bar -Lowe's Special "Homemade" Snorkel -T-Case out of an 92' RRC

08-03-2006, 07:33 AM	#4 (permalink)
300bhp/ton The Best 4X4XFar Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: England, home of the Land Rover Posts: 601 Gallery: 0	Not sure what gain you'll get from cleaning it. The only thing in there is likely to be oil residue, which means some form of vapour decreaser would be required. But apart from knowing it's cleaner I doubt you'll see any difference otherwise. Larger aftermarket intercoolers are the way to go. Places like Allisport offer kits for about £400 inc fitting. They will also adjust the injector pump and fuel it up for more power. A cheaper option is to just get a 2nd intercooler from a breakers (older 3.0 Supra Turbo??) or buy a generic one from somewhere like Demon Tweeks and plumb it in yourself. http://www.allisport.com/ Or there's always Ebay. __________________ Land Rover Discovery (3 Door) 200Tdi 5-speed Mods:Allisport LARGE FMIC \| Allisport Tuned \| Simex Jungle Trekker II 33.11.50R15 Tyres \| 15x8 8 Spokes \| Heavy Duty Uprated Suspension (shocks & springs) \| Wheel arch Flares \| 1" Wheel Spacers \| Custom Straight Thru Exhaust \| Custom Trimmed Front bumper with twin NATO Hooks \| Custom Rear Bumper with single Large NATO Hook 360˚ Swival \| Front Light Guards \| Custom Aluminium Rear Floor \| Bonnet Straps \| 100w Spot Lights \| Upgraded Headlights The Best 4X4XFar

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08-03-2006, 02:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
phantom phan Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: BARNSLEY, U.K Posts: 53 Gallery: 0	manni go to www.discoveryownersclub.com and see the post's there basically you need to remove the intercooler, fill with parafine and leave to soak as long as possible, flush out with plenty of water and make sure you dry it, dont leave any traces of parafine in the intercooler !! and refit to vehicle regards phantom phan barnsley uk

08-03-2006, 01:26 PM	#5 (permalink)
Manni Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: oxford, uk Posts: 4 Gallery: 0	cheers everyone for the replies. The reason i was going to clean the intercooler was because it stated it on the Land Rover service ticksheet at i think 48,000 or 72,000 miles(can not remember which). As Land Rover put it on the sheet i thought there must be a reason.

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