What do you think about using acetone or rubbing alcohol to clean the intercooler?

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No, do not use anything like that. When you use caustic cleaners, there will be residue that could get into the engine afterward and create an issue.

If you want to clean it, use dish detergent and warn water. Start at the inlet and clean in the direction of air flow. You can tap or chake it to move dirt around. When done, flush with clean weater. Then dry using low pressure compressed air. Make sure it is dry before reinstalling it.

- Nick