CSF Audi SQ7 / SQ8 Twin Intercooler Set – Raw Billet

Enhancing the performance of the 2020+ Audi SQ7 and SQ8 models requires addressing the critical challenge of managing increased thermal loads resulting from higher boost pressures. The CSF Audi SQ7 / SQ8 Twin Intercooler Set, crafted from raw billet aluminum, offers a comprehensive solution designed to mitigate heat soak and maintain optimal engine performance under demanding conditions. This intercooler set is engineered to meet the rigorous standards of high-performance tuning while ensuring reliability and durability. CSF, in collaboration with its strategic manufacturing partner PWR, has a proven track record of innovation in high-performance cooling solutions. Their pioneering intercooler kit for the 4.0L engines in the Lamborghini Urus, Audi RS Q8, and Porsche Cayenne Turbo, introduced in May 2022, set new benchmarks in thermal management. The success of that product line spurred demand from Audi SQ7 and SQ8 owners seeking a tailored intercooler solution capable of supporting power outputs exceeding 800 horsepower. Product Details While the original intercooler kit designed for the Urus, RS Q8, and Cayenne Turbo could be adapted for use on the SQ7 and SQ8, it required modifications and was not a true “drop-in” fit. Recognizing the need for an application-specific solution, Unitronic, a leading Canadian tuner with a substantial SQ7/SQ8 customer base, collaborated closely with CSF. Their tuning suite elevates the SUVs’ power output up to 765bhp and 764 lb-ft of torque, necessitating an intercooler system that can reliably support such enhanced performance. The intercooler design builds upon the foundation established by the CSF #8211/8211R kit, developed in partnership with Southern California VAG specialists Pacific German. Their expertise was instrumental in the design, development, and rigorous testing phases, ensuring the intercoolers deliver optimal performance and durability. The manufacturing process takes place at PWR North America’s facility in Indianapolis, where advanced CNC billet machining and Formula 1 cooling technology converge to produce a superior product. Design & Engineering Excellence The intercoolers are meticulously engineered to replicate the exact fitment of OEM units, utilizing all factory mounting points to facilitate a straightforward, plug-and-play installation. This “drop-in fit” design eliminates the need for cutting, modifications, or the use of aftermarket shrouds and hoses, allowing all original equipment manufacturer components to be reused seamlessly. Customers may select between two premium finishes: a raw billet aluminum or the Thermal Black Heat Dispersion Cerakote. The latter enhances cooling efficiency by dissipating heat approximately 15% faster than the raw billet finish, contributing to sustained performance under high thermal loads. OEM Versus CSF by PWR Comparison CSF has innovated by integrating the charge pipe directly into the top end tank design, replacing the factory bolt-on plastic pipe with a robust aluminum welded pipe sealed by an inner O-Ring. This addresses a common OEM design flaw where O-Ring failure leads to boost leaks and engine warning lights, an issue frequently reported by owners of stock systems. Feature OEM CSF by PWR # Of Tubes 19 37 Tube Height 7mm