In this configuration, charge air travels faster which means there is less time for it to be chilled. The air also travels slower, enhancing the cooling effect. So an opposing-end tank was selected. Focusing in on piping, shorter intake pipes are a bit better. But, more importantly, straighter pipes flow better.
Wide turns are better than abrupt turns.
The diameter of the intake piping in forced-induction applications is not as important as one would think. He reports a definite difference in response as the smaller tubing provided crisper performance. The front mount intercooler on Project Serious Sentra is the same core as used on DRAG's new Honda kits. The intercooler extended well past the bumper which concerned us. However, Kaminari's Bob Grimmer said the placement was perfect for what stylists had in mind.