Vibrant Performance 12970 Water-to-Air Intercooler Core, Horizontal Flow, Aluminum

The Vibrant Performance 12970 water-to-air intercooler core is designed for compact, high-performance forced-induction applications where efficient charge-air cooling is essential. Its horizontal-flow configuration supports flexible installation and provides a practical solution for custom intercooler systems, turbocharger setups, and supercharger applications. The core is constructed from lightweight aluminum with a natural finish for dependable performance and easy integration into fabricated piping and mounting assemblies.
The compact form factor is well suited to space-constrained engine bays while offering an effective path for reducing intake air temperatures. This water-to-air intercooler core can be incorporated into a complete liquid cooling circuit with a heat exchanger, pump, reservoir, and properly sized hoses. Its design makes it a versatile choice for motorsports, performance street vehicles, off-road builds, and other custom automotive projects requiring consistent charge-air temperature control.
Designed for fabrication and customization, the Vibrant Performance 12970 core can be paired with application-specific end tanks and connections to meet individual airflow and packaging requirements. The aluminum construction helps balance durability, weight, and thermal transfer capability, while the natural finish provides a clean appearance for exposed or coated installations. This unit is supplied as an individual intercooler core and is intended for use by builders and installers familiar with custom cooling-system design.
Feature: Horizontal-flow water-to-air intercooler core
Feature: Lightweight aluminum construction
Feature: Natural aluminum finish
Feature: Compact design for custom forced-induction applications
Feature: Suitable for turbocharger and supercharger cooling systems
Feature: Supplied as one intercooler core

Features:

• Horizontal-flow water-to-air intercooler core

• Lightweight aluminum construction

• Natural aluminum finish

• Compact design for custom forced-induction applications

• Suitable for turbocharger and supercharger cooling systems

• Supplied as one intercooler core