{"product_id":"ie-race-series-fds-intercooler-system-for-audi-b9-b9-5-s4-s5","title":"IE Race Series FDS Intercooler System For Audi B9\/B9.5 S4 \u0026 S5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audi B9\/B9.5 S4 \u0026amp; S5 3.0T EA839\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the factory intercooler becomes the limiting factor, intake air temperatures climb quickly, timing is pulled, and power becomes inconsistent. The IE Race Series FDS Intercooler was engineered for high-output EA839 builds requiring significantly more cooling capacity than the factory system or typical aftermarket upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional intercoolers that concentrate airflow through the center of the core, IE's patented Flow Distribution System (FDS) uses internally engineered end tanks to distribute charge air across the entire core. By utilizing more of the available cooling surface, the intercooler is able to reduce heat soak, improve temperature recovery, and maintain more consistent charge air temperatures during repeated acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the system is a massive 19.4\" x 16.3\" x 4.5\" bar-and-plate core delivering approximately \u003cstrong\u003e280% greater core volume than the factory intercooler\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e55% more volume than IE's standard FDS intercooler\u003c\/strong\u003e. Large cast aluminum end tanks, CNC-machined conne\u003cimg\u003ections, and hand TIG welded construction ensure durability under elevated boost pressures while minimizing pressure loss through the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassive bar-and-plate intercooler core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Flow Distribution System (FDS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e280% increase in core volume over factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e55% larger than the IE standard FDS intercooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminum end tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-machined inlet and outlet connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand TIG welded construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure tested before shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cutting or permanent modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar-and-Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.4\" x 16.3\" x 4.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Volume Increase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+280% vs OEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncrease vs IE Standard FDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+55%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand TIG Welded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd Tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Flow Distribution Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost intercoolers feed the majority of incoming air through the center of the core, leaving the outer sections underutilized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIE's Flow Distribution System redirects airflow throughout the entire intercooler using internally engineered vanes inside each end tank. The result is more uniform airflow across the cooling surface, allowing the entire core to contribute to heat rejection instead of only its center section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower intake air temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved resistance to heat soak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster recovery between pulls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore consistent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced pressure drop across the intercooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intercooler is a direct replacement for the factory unit and installs in the OEM location without cutting or permanent modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Race Series intercooler utilizes \u003cstrong\u003e70mm inlet and outlet connections\u003c\/strong\u003e, it \u003cstrong\u003erequires the IE Aluminum Charge Pipe Kit (IETPCK6)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cstrong\u003enot compatible with the factory charge pipes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated installation time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 2–3 hours with existing IE charge pipes installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 5 hours when installing the intercooler and IE charge pipes together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IE Race Series FDS Intercooler is best suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStage 2 and Stage 3 vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid turbo setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthanol blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack and road course use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers looking to maximize consistency during repeated pulls rather than simply lower peak intake temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIE Race Series FDS Intercooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e IE Aluminum Charge Pipe Kit (IETPCK6) is required for installation and is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eORT's Take\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a lot of intercoolers available for the EA839 platform, but very few actually rethink how airflow moves through the core. IE's Flow Distribution System is what separates this intercooler from the crowd. Instead of simply making the core bigger, the FDS end tanks distribute charge air across the entire cooling surface, allowing the intercooler to work more efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also appreciate that IE didn't cut corners on construction. Cast aluminum end tanks, CNC-machined connections, and quality TIG welds make this a product we'd have no problem installing on our own cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only thing to be aware of is that this isn't a budget upgrade. The larger 70mm inlet and outlet require IE's Aluminum Charge Pipe Kit, so plan on upgrading both together. It's an added expense, but one that's necessary to take full advantage of what this intercooler is capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Integrated Engineering","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":43182573650018,"sku":null,"price":1414.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes (+$447.99)","offer_id":43182573682786,"sku":null,"price":1862.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4395\/7090\/files\/Screenshot2026-08-06at4.46.49PM.png?v=1786049261","url":"https:\/\/ortmotorsport.com\/products\/ie-race-series-fds-intercooler-system-for-audi-b9-b9-5-s4-s5","provider":"ORT Motorsport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}