{"product_id":"process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-subaru-forester-xt-2004-2008-pwtmic08","title":"Process West Silver Top Mount Intercooler w\/ Shroud Subaru Forester XT 2004-2008 | PWTMIC08","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2004-2008 Subaru Forester XT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: 2004-2005 Forester XT Owners will need a 2002-2005 WRX style blow off valve and recirculation hose to use this intercooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Process West Top Mount Intercooler Kit is engineered to improve cooling efficiency, reduce heat soak, and deliver more consistent performance for the Subaru Forester XT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than simply increasing intercooler size, Process West designed the core, splitter, and Y-pipe as a complete system to maximize airflow and charge-air distribution.\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\u003eHigh-efficiency 90mm bar-and-plate intercooler core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle-specific splitter directs airflow across 100% of the core\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\u003eImproved charge-air distribution across the full intercooler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps reduce intake temperatures and heat soak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports more consistent throttle response and power under load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete system designed for proper airflow and cooling efficiency\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 uses a 90mm core rather than the thicker 114mm designs found on some aftermarket intercoolers. Because air entering a top-mount system must make a sharp turn through the hood scoop, excessive core thickness can restrict airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 90mm design balances cooling capacity with airflow efficiency, allowing ambient air to move effectively 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 provides little benefit if the factory ducting only directs air across part of the core. Process West addresses this with a custom-sized splitter designed to direct ambient airflow across the entire intercooler surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Flow Silicone Y-Pipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included Process West silicone Y-pipe is engineered to distribute compressed air evenly across the full width of the intercooler core, helping maximize cooling efficiency and reduce uneven flow.\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 system: 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\u003eDuring repeated testing, the factory intercooler reached 84°C after three consecutive runs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal-world mountain driving showed an even greater difference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West system: maximum 43°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory intercooler: 72°C and still climbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 silicone Y-pipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired mounting hardware and fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Process West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43143569309792,"sku":"PRW-PWTMIC08","price":1022.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1398\/9853\/files\/PWTMIC08_3ee6f0b4-a15c-4875-b4ce-5001e107ff88.webp?v=1789052294","url":"https:\/\/www.importimageracing.com\/products\/process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-subaru-forester-xt-2004-2008-pwtmic08","provider":"Import Image Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}