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Intercooler Kit
Why Upgrade Your Intercooler Kit? ( Intercooler + Intercooler Pipe )
In turbocharged or supercharged engines, intake air temperature control is crucial to performance. Factory-installed intercoolers often fall short under high-load or high-heat conditions, leading to increased intake temps, reduced power, and engine knock. That’s where a high-performance intercooler kit comes in—especially one that includes both intercooler and piping upgrades.
SPELAB’s intercooler piping kit includes not just a high-efficiency intercooler, but also large-diameter intercooler piping, reinforced intercooler hose couplers, and heavy-duty clamps to ensure optimized flow and pressure resistance.
As a key component of the vehicle's intake system, the intercooler kit works in tandem with the turbocharger and air intake to ensure cooler, denser air enters the combustion chamber. By upgrading the intake system with a SPELAB intercooler kit, users can expect improved airflow dynamics, more efficient combustion, and greater overall engine responsiveness.
For example, a 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6.7L Powerstroke equipped with the full intercooler and piping kit saw intake temps drop by about 18%, torque increase by 40 lb-ft, and reduced turbo lag—all contributing to smoother, more responsive power delivery.
With better heat dissipation and improved airflow, SPELAB intercoolers help maintain engine health and unlock hidden performance.
| Intercooler | The core component of the kit, the intercooler is responsible for cooling the intake air. |
| Intercooler Pipe | The kit includes specially designed aluminum or stainless steel piping.The piping is usually larger in diameter and optimized for smooth airflow. |
| Hose Clamps | Stainless steel hose clamps secure the silicone or rubber hoses to the intercooler and piping, ensuring a tight and leak-free fit. |
| Silicone/Rubber Hoses | These high-quality hoses connect the various components of the intercooler system and can withstand high temperatures and pressure. |
| Mounting Brackets and Hardware | The kit may include brackets and hardware required for proper mounting and installation of the intercooler and related components. |
| Throttle Body Coupler (if applicable) | In some kits, a throttle body coupler might be included to connect the intercooler piping to the throttle body. |
Intercooler Piping Design: Why Material & Diameter Matter
While the intercooler itself gets most of the spotlight, your intercooler piping plays an equally critical role in airflow efficiency. SPELAB’s intercooler piping kits are built with performance in mind, using mandrel-bent aluminum or stainless steel pipes paired with high-temperature intercooler hose couplers.
With enlarged diameters and smooth inner surfaces, these pipes reduce air turbulence and backpressure, allowing turbo boost to hit faster and harder. Reinforced T-bolt clamps and high-strength silicone hoses ensure leak-free, high-boost operation—up to 40 psi—making them ideal for heavily modified builds.
For instance, a 2017 RAM 2500 6.7L Cummins benefits greatly from this upgrade. The stock piping may swell or leak under prolonged load, but after installing SPELAB’s intercooler piping kit, the truck delivers steadier boost pressure, improved torque curves, and more confident high-speed performance.
So when upgrading your intercooler kit, don’t overlook the power of the piping—it’s the connection that makes the cooling system whole.
Race Intercooler && Intercooler Pipe :
| Aluminum Alloy construction |
Reduce air intake temperatures |
Cast aluminum end tanks withstand high boost pressures |
TIG-welded for increased durability |
Why Intercooler Hoses Matter: Boost Sealing and Pressure Resistance
In any intercooler piping kit, the intercooler hose is what keeps the entire system sealed and efficient. SPELAB’s high-grade silicone hoses are multi-layered and built to withstand extreme conditions—heat, pressure, and chemical exposure—making them ideal for performance and heavy-duty diesel applications.
Unlike stock rubber hoses, SPELAB intercooler hoses can handle temperatures over 200°C and boost pressures exceeding 40 psi without swelling, cracking, or leaking. Combined with stainless steel T-bolt clamps, these hoses provide a rock-solid seal under stress—reducing boost loss and improving turbo response.
Take the 2013 Ford F-350 6.7L Powerstroke as an example. OEM hoses often burst or leak under heavy towing or uphill load. Upgrading to SPELAB’s intercooler kit with reinforced hoses improves reliability, turbo consistency, and throttle smoothness even in extreme conditions.
Together, intercooler piping and intercooler hoses create a seamless, high-performance airflow path—critical for any turbocharged setup.
Bar-and-Plate vs Tube-and-Fin: Choosing the Right Intercooler for Your Build
When selecting an intercooler, the internal structure matters just as much as fitment. The two main types—Bar-and-Plate and Tube-and-Fin—offer different benefits, and SPELAB provides both options depending on your vehicle’s needs.
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Bar-and-Plate Intercoolers: Built with welded aluminum bars and plates, these units offer superior pressure tolerance and thermal mass. They're ideal for high-boost, high-heat applications, such as heavy towing or big turbo builds—like the 2020 RAM 3500 6.7L Cummins. While heavier and slightly less efficient in airflow, their durability makes them perfect for diesel trucks and drag builds.
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Tube-and-Fin Intercoolers: Lightweight and highly efficient in dissipating heat, these are better suited for street performance and daily-driven turbo cars like the Subaru WRX STI or Mustang EcoBoost. They allow for faster turbo spool and better transient response, especially with front-mounted setups.
SPELAB’s intercooler kits are designed to match each core type with the right intercooler piping, brackets, and hoses, ensuring optimal fit and function.
Choose Bar-and-Plate for extreme durability and boost holding, or Tube-and-Fin for lightweight, responsive performance.
Intercooler Kit Gains for Cummins, Powerstroke & Duramax Engines
SPELAB’s intercooler kits are built with direct-fit compatibility for top diesel platforms and have been dyno and road-tested to prove their performance. Whether you drive a RAM Cummins, Ford Powerstroke, or Chevy Duramax, SPELAB delivers noticeable improvements in airflow, cooling, and torque response.
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For a 2019 RAM 2500 6.7L Cummins, upgrading to a bar-and-plate intercooler with full intercooler piping kit dropped intake air temps by 22% under load and reduced turbo lag by nearly 30%, improving throttle linearity.
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A 2017 Ford F-350 6.7L Powerstroke saw more consistent boost pressure and improved towing capacity after upgrading to a full SPELAB intercooler setup. During extended climbs, engine temperatures remained lower, avoiding heat soak or performance drop-off.
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A 2016 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L Duramax gained 12HP and 20 lb-ft of torque on the dyno after switching to a SPELAB intercooler and piping kit, highlighting the airflow and pressure gains from the system.
These real-world results prove that upgrading your intercooler kit isn’t just about numbers—it’s about durability, responsiveness, and maximizing your diesel engine’s potential.
Easy to Install: SPELAB Intercooler Kits Are DIY-Friendly
SPELAB designs every intercooler kit with ease of installation in mind—perfect for DIYers or first-time performance modders. Each intercooler piping kit and intercooler hose is pre-bent, pre-fitted, and uses bolt-on clamps and couplers for minimal cutting or welding.
Whether you’re upgrading a 2021 Ford F-250 6.7L Powerstroke or tuning a Subaru WRX STI 2.0T, you’ll find that SPELAB kits include step-by-step instructions, labeled couplers, and detailed install videos to guide you. Most customers complete the intercooler and piping kit installation in under 5 hours using basic tools—no fabrication required.
For select platforms like Duramax L5P, SPELAB even offers model-specific brackets and silicone hose adapters, ensuring a clean, factory-style fitment.
Whether your goal is more performance or better reliability, SPELAB makes sure upgrading your intercoolers is stress-free from start to finish.
Smarter Upgrades: Pair Your Intercooler Kit with Other SPELAB Mods
While a standalone intercooler kit boosts cooling and airflow, pairing it with other performance upgrades from SPELAB creates a synergistic effect that unlocks your engine’s full potential. Popular combinations include EGR Delete Kits, DPF Delete Pipes, CCV Reroute Systems, and Cold Air Intakes.
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Intercooler piping kit + Cold Air Intake: Increases both air volume and cooling efficiency—ideal for turbocharged gas or diesel engines, improving throttle response and reducing turbo lag.
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Intercooler and piping + EGR Delete: Reduces hot exhaust gas recirculation, preventing carbon build-up and prolonging engine life—especially beneficial for trucks like the 2016 RAM 2500 6.7L Cummins.
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Intercooler hose + CCV System Upgrade: Prevents oil vapor contamination of intake air, protecting your intercoolers and keeping airflow clean and efficient.
Together, these components turn your vehicle into a powerfully upgraded machine—with more horsepower, smoother operation, and enhanced long-term reliability. SPELAB makes it easy to start with intercooler kits and build out a full performance system from there.
In addition to the intercooler kit, spelab also includes egr delete kit, dpf delete pipe, ccv reroute, radiator, valve cover, etc.
Why Choose SPELAB Intercooler Kits: Brand Benefits & Full Customer Support
SPELAB is a trusted name in performance parts, known for combining engineering precision with excellent user experience. Whether it’s the airflow design of the intercooler kit, the fitment accuracy of intercooler piping, or the durability of intercooler hose connections—everything is tested, refined, and validated in real-world applications.
Here’s what you get with SPELAB intercoolers:
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Fast Fulfillment: U.S.-based warehouse with 72-hour shipping
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Complete Instructions: Every kit includes manuals and often video walkthroughs for popular platforms
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24/7 Customer Support: Installation help, fitment guidance, and product recommendations always available
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Hassle-Free Returns: 30-day return policy for fitment or quality issues
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5 reviews5.0 5 reviewsRegular price From $359.00Regular price$585.00Sale price From $359.00Fitment:
Direct fit for the 2003-2007 Ford 6.0L Powerstroke
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
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2 reviews5.0 2 reviewsRegular price From $359.00Regular price$584.00Sale price From $359.00Fitment:
Direct fit for 2008-2010 Ford 6.4L Powerstroke
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
32.5-percent increase in core volume -
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4 reviews4.25 4 reviewsRegular price From $359.00Regular price$545.00Sale price From $359.00Fitment:
Direct fit for the 2003-2009 Dodge 5.9L/6.7L Diesel
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
32.5-percent increase in core volume -
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No reviewsNo reviewsRegular price From $499.00Regular price$799.00Sale price From $499.00Fitment:
Direct fit for the 2010-2012 6.7L Cummins Dodge Ram
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
32.5-percent increase in core volume -
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2 reviews5.0 2 reviewsRegular price From $439.00Regular price$645.00Sale price From $439.00Fitment:
Direct fit for 2001-2005 Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L Duramax
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
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1 review5.0 1 reviewRegular price From $359.00Regular price$745.00Sale price From $359.00Fitment:
Direct fit for 2006-2010 Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L
3.34-in bar-and-plate core is 34-percent thicker than factory
32.5-percent increase in core volume
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I was hesitant with a delete because I’m not a fan of loud sound, but the muffler works fantastic. Sounds nearly stock at cruising and idle with the muffler and I love it
Love spelab products diff cover is so mint the charge air cooler pipes look sick and the rad shroud pops when you open the hood Looking at other products but seem to be unavailable at the moment 🤘
These guys are great. They have fast shipping and their product is great. I wish they had more parts for my truck but they cant make them all i suppose. They added quite a bit of HP to my build. It turned out great
Best investment i bought and proud to have from SPELAB
Instructions were great, could
Be more detailed but overall great product, install wasn’t bad at all, unfortunately snapped oil dipstick tube following instructions but other than that I would say the plugs in the intake could’ve been put in prior rather than leaving room for install error
Very nice
Good products great pricing
Works great, find out how to wire it on YouTube if you aren’t sure, super easy though only two wires
this 2017 3500 Ram with now 111274 miles was used by PO to pull 5th wheel and now it pulls a 30 ft airstream TT.. I change out fluid at 96K with OEM cover and started looking for replacement.. this is great with magnetic drain plugs which is a great help as we change out oil every 35K miles as we tow a lot..
This new alum cover with fins is much like the AAM unit used on teh HO engines from factory with not quite the amount of and placement of fins but in the end this accomplished the goal of keeping the fluid cooler especially when towing.
One thing i did notice was the no actual instruction on what was proper level of oil in sight glass.. Usually on OEM cover you fill till the oil dribbles out the fill plug on cover and that if good..
on this model I noticed the sight glass was lower than the OEM plug determining the level need to be not the middle of the sight glass but at the TOP of the sight glass.. just saying.. the inside has fluid diversion fins so help move the oil to ponion gear and the side bearing on housing..
The fit and finish are great and it looks super cool now in the alum color.. I though about spray painting and sanding the edge of the fins to have that nice contrast but left it silver.
highly recommend and the price is right..
Order came in a few days earlier than the expected delivery day pretty easy install it makes the engine may look a lot better
I purchased a pair of Spelab Electric Cutouts for my BMW. Everything in the kit was shipped quickly, was perfectly packaged and the quality of their product is top notch. I installed the cutouts and I couldn't happier with the way they work. I was even able to pair the remote to the Homelink buttons to open and close the valves.
Hoping to gain a sponsorship soon I use yalls parts on my personal build and customers builds
Very good quality kit and was easy to install!! I highly recommend it!!
Excellent quality product that definitely delivers a difference in throttle response. You can tell that the engine is breathing much better. I highly recommend this to everyone out there. Shipping was fast too!! And to top it off, the dreaded engine killing grid heater plate is gone for good! Look how bad the grid heater was after only 46,000 mi. You can barely see thru the grids. Ridiculous design by Cummins/Ram. They should be ashamed for putting that piece of junk on such a good engine. Next up, turbo tubes!
Fit my 08 6.4 extended cab just fine. Sounds great with a 5x7 tip
Intercooler Kit FAQ
Absolutely. Especially the Tube-and-Fin intercoolers—they enhance power and response without compromising MPG or comfort.
Most SPELAB intercooler piping kits are designed as bolt-on replacements with no cutting or welding required.
Use SPELAB’s year/make/model filters on the product page, or contact our team directly for personalized fitment help.
