{"product_id":"process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-subaru-wrx-2002-2003-pwtmic03","title":"Process West Silver Top Mount Intercooler w\/ Shroud Subaru WRX 2002-2003 | PWTMIC03","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Fitment: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2002-2003 Subaru WRX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Process West Top Mount Intercooler is engineered as a complete cooling solution for Subaru WRX and STI applications. Rather than simply increasing core size, Process West optimized the intercooler core, splitter, and Y-pipe together to improve airflow, reduce heat soak, and maintain more consistent charge temperatures under 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 ambient airflow across the full core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-flow moulded silicone Y-pipe promotes even charge-air distribution\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 power during repeated high-load driving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned as a complete intercooler, ducting, and airflow system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimized Airflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA larger top-mount intercooler can lose much of its effectiveness when paired with factory ducting that does not cover the entire upgraded core. Process West uses a properly sized splitter designed to direct airflow across 100% of the intercooler surface for maximum cooling efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90mm Core Thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess West selected a 90mm core to balance cooling capacity with airflow resistance. Because air entering a top-mount intercooler must make a sharp turn through the hood scoop, excessively thick cores can restrict airflow. The 90mm design allows air to move efficiently through the core while providing substantial cooling surface area.\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 engineered to distribute charge air evenly across the full width of the intercooler rather than concentrating airflow through one section of the core.\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Process West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43143540965472,"sku":"PRW-PWTMIC03","price":911.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1398\/9853\/files\/PWTMIC03.webp?v=1789050201","url":"https:\/\/www.importimageracing.com\/products\/process-west-silver-top-mount-intercooler-w-shroud-subaru-wrx-2002-2003-pwtmic03","provider":"Import Image Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}