I have 850s hp with superchargers with no intercoolers or chillers.I've heard salt water have a tendency to corrode the inside therefore going inside the motor causing a disaster.
What do you guys think????Any experience???

If the chillers are made of Cupronickel, then salt will not bother them.

Exactly what he said

Dustin

besides that the engines would probably go before that happens

Well I spoke with a reputable engine builder looking to upgrade for easy reliable horsepower and didnt give me a good vibe.He said i would have to be extremely carefull and even so I could be in trouble...I dont get it why then....

Well it seems your builder is in the minority on this. Most builders use innercoolers on blower engines. I think you have a higher risk of blowing the engine from detonation without a cooler then a water leak maybe causing an issue.

Right On!

Lets see, every single "TOP" engine builder uses innercoolers. What does that tell ya?

I have a set up to pressure test my intercoolers that is similar to the set up I use to pressure test my headers, Both can be used without removing the components from the motor! Not a bad practice (maybe a little over kill) to test at each oil change!

Not using an intercooler on a blown boat motor makes no sence. You have an unlimited supply of cold water, and it's "almost" like free hp.


Darrell.