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Charge Air Coolers tend to gradually leak over a period of years, getting worse each year. Most drivers / operators do not notice the slow and gradual decrease in their horsepower and the increased fuel costs.

With today's staggering fuel prices, it only makes sense to make sure your Charge Air Cooler is clean and leak free.

We carry Charge Air Coolers with 2 or 7 year warranties, and we carry a huge stock of Charge Air Coolers. Bring your Charge Air Cooler in for a free test and evaluation today !

Heavy Duty - Charge Air Coolers

What is a Charge Air Cooler?

This is the part of the radiator that improves engine combustion efficiency. Charge air cooler are different from intercoolers because of their methods of utilization. A charge air cooler device resembles a radiator and uses ambient air to cool the intake air. An intercooler utilizes ambient air to cool water which then cools the intake air.

Function & Benefits
A charge air cooler functions like a cooling system radiator, cooling the intake air temperature. The benefits of a charge air cooler include:

Cooler Intake Air

Increased Horsepower

Lower Emissions

Increased Fuel Mileage

Prolonged Engine Life

Care & Maintenance
Care and maintenance are a must in ensuring that a charge air cooler functions properly. Signs that a charge air cooler is not functioning properly include:

Loose clamps or leaking connections

Loose mounting bolts or cracked mount locations

Dirt or obstruction in the cooler