Vibrant Performance 12971 Water-to-Air Intercooler Core, Horizontal Flow, Aluminum

The Vibrant Performance 12971 water-to-air intercooler core is designed for efficient charge-air cooling in custom forced-induction applications. Its horizontal-flow configuration supports consistent airflow through the core while helping reduce intake air temperatures for improved engine performance and reliability. The aluminum construction provides a strong, lightweight solution for performance street, racing, and fabricated intake systems.
The core features a natural aluminum finish that is well suited for custom installations and can be integrated into a variety of water-to-air intercooler layouts. Its compact form helps simplify placement where available space is limited, making it a practical choice for engine bays, custom intake plumbing, and motorsport projects. The core is supplied individually and is intended for use with a properly sized water circulation system, heat exchanger, pump, and related components.
Vibrant Performance is known for manufacturing performance fabrication components engineered for demanding automotive applications. Part number 12971 offers a versatile foundation for builders who need dependable charge-air cooling and flexibility when designing a custom water-to-air intercooler system. The unit is not classified as air restricted or truck freight only, supporting straightforward handling for a wide range of installations.

Features:

• Brand: Vibrant Performance

• Part Number: 12971

• Product Type: Water-to-air intercooler core

• Flow Design: Horizontal flow for efficient charge-air routing

• Material: Lightweight aluminum construction

• Finish: Natural aluminum

• Application: Custom forced-induction, street, racing, and motorsport cooling systems

• Configuration: Supplied individually

• Installation: Designed for integration with a custom water-to-air intercooler system