SAAB 9-3 DIY Upgrade Intercooler Install

SAAB 9-3 DIY Upgrade Intercooler Install

In this video I show how I installed an OEM Mitsubishi Evo VIII (2003-2005) intercooler on any Saab NG9-3 (2003-2012). While this intercooler came stock on the Mitsubishi it serves as a nice upgrade over the factory Saab intercoolers. It may not be the easiest thing to install but in my opinion it is well worth the time invested to save money over the expensive aftermarket versions. Be sure to like, share and subscribe!

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Phillip Arthur says:

Nice job! And you're very good at fabricating parts to make it look OEM. Great video

Spooler - says:

Did the same thing but messed up because that a/c line got to close to my serpentine belt and wore it so no more a/c but if you can’t find me that line at a junkyard and ship to me because there is no 2.8s at my local yards I’ll appreciate it!

Fat_Jag says:

Ceramic coated*, not powder coated pipes, the difference is important in this engine bay lol. My guess is the change youre feeling on the throttle response is due to the Evo intercooler cooling the air down quicker and more efficiently, combined with the piping remaining cool due to the ceramic coating. The ECU will recognize the lower IATs, and take full advantage. Not to mention the air coming in is going to have a much nicer pathway with the smooth do88 pipes, leading to more air being moved overall and the smoother linearity to the powerband. Overall, both modifications work in perfect harmony to give you the better driving feel youre getting. Excellent work on the Evo intercooler, thats probably the cleanest install of one of those I've ever seen. One last thing, you're doing your new IC and pipes a disservice by not putting a catch can on the car; over time your new ic and pipes will get gummed up with oil blowby from the front valve cover. If you would like, I can give you very detailed instructions on how to install a catch can, and could even do a little collab if you wanted to do a video about it (granted it would have to be virtual). -Zavier

Mustardstain504 D says:

I'd be interested in the EVO intercooler.

William Robinson says:

DDAAAAAAMMMMMMNNNNN!!!!!!! You beat me to it. That's my next installment on my v6 Saab. Finished with the motor and am about to reinstall onto the car with the Evo intercooler from my Saab 9-3 Linear and you beat me to it!!!!!!! Ordered my DO88 turbo pipe and coolant lines. BTW, I am interested. Wanted to let the one in my Linear stay in there, so hit me up!!!!!!

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