my bro who helped me install says it's no problem. the second option was putting it after (infront) the engine radiator. but since, we didn't install there. we can't support that with evidence...

so far, the radiator hose we used are fine. I think the radiator engine is still hotter than intercooler... maybe....

the hoses in pajero are not bendable. they are preset to bend like that permanently. though you can bend them just a little bit.

just measured again the intercooler because I'm not confident in my memory...

incase, you are interested in pajero 1st-2nd gen intercoolers...
the 2.5 inch in 2nd gen height has 3 inch height in the opposite labeled side...
the 18 inch is actualy 16.5 and the 18 inch removable pipe is 14 inch...
the 16.5 inch in 2nd gen is 14 inch in 1st gen and 10 inch remains 10 inch.

you might want to consider intercooler from emina or sportage if fittings are perfect for your vehicle... in my case, Pajero intercooler is the only available here...

mura lang ang surplus intercooler basta may suki or marunong ka mag-tawad... basta parts, kuya ko na pinapabili ko. madali akong lokohin ng mga tindero.