{"product_id":"process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-2004-2007-subaru-wrx-2006-2007-sti-pwtmic04","title":"Process West Silver Top Mount Intercooler w\/ Shroud 2004-2007 Subaru WRX \/ 2006-2007 STI | PWTMIC04","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2004-2007 Subaru WRX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2006-2007 Subaru STI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Process West Top Mount Intercooler is engineered as a complete cooling system for Subaru WRX and STI applications, combining an optimized 90mm core, vehicle-specific splitter, and high-flow Y-pipe for maximum airflow and consistent performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike oversized intercoolers that rely on factory ducting, the Process West system is designed to direct ambient air across the entire intercooler core, helping reduce heat soak and maintain lower charge temperatures during hard driving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90mm high-efficiency intercooler core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle-specific splitter directs airflow across the full core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-flow moulded silicone Y-pipe for even charge-air distribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced heat soak under repeated high-load driving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower intercooler outlet temperatures compared with the factory setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps deliver more consistent power and throttle response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngineered as a complete intercooler and airflow system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimized 90mm Core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West selected a 90mm core to balance cooling capacity with airflow efficiency. Because air entering a top-mount intercooler must turn sharply through the hood scoop before passing through the core, excessively thick intercoolers can restrict airflow and reduce cooling effectiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 90mm design provides substantial cooling surface area while allowing air to move efficiently through the core.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Core Airflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA larger intercooler is only effective if the ducting can deliver air across the entire surface. Factory splitters may leave a significant portion of an upgraded core without direct ambient airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Process West vehicle-specific splitter is sized to match the intercooler, allowing airflow across 100% of the core for improved cooling performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Flow Y-Pipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included silicone Y-pipe is designed to distribute charge air evenly across the full width of the intercooler. This helps maximize the effectiveness of the entire core rather than concentrating airflow in one area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProven Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack-to-back testing on a 2005 Subaru WRX showed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West intercooler: 115.5 kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory intercooler: 107.5 kW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West peak outlet temperature: 51°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory peak outlet temperature: 66°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter three consecutive dyno runs, the factory intercooler reached 84°C and continued climbing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring spirited road testing, the Process West intercooler remained below 43°C, while the factory intercooler reached 72°C and was still increasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West 90mm top mount intercooler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle-specific intercooler splitter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-flow moulded silicone Y-pipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting hardware and fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 2006-2007 WRX owners will need to use the older 2002-2005 BOV gasket with this intercooler.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Process West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43143545716832,"sku":"PRW-PWTMIC04","price":1022.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1398\/9853\/files\/PWTMIC04.webp?v=1789050477","url":"https:\/\/www.importimageracing.com\/products\/process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-2004-2007-subaru-wrx-2006-2007-sti-pwtmic04","provider":"Import Image Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}