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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 06:40 PM
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I have noticed a lot of my fins are bent down. What i would like to now is this going to effect performance and can i straighten them or do i need a new tmic.
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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 06:53 PM
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yes this will make your intercooler less efficient
just straighten the fins with a knife (takes a bit of time though)
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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 06:55 PM
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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 07:07 PM
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use a tooth pick mate.
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Old Oct 8, 2006 | 07:22 PM
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Tooth pick is best, or a wooden skewer. Even a blunt pencil will do. Just don't use anything sharp or metal.
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