{"product_id":"prw-pwfmic03-process-west-front-mount-intercooler-kit-subaru-sti-2008-2014","title":"Process West Front Mount Intercooler Kit Subaru STI 2008-2014 | PWFMIC03","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Fitment: \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2008-2014 Subaru STI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eThe Process West Front Mount Intercooler Kit is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"218\"\u003ebenchmark cooling upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"265\"\u003e2008–2014 Subaru STI (GRB chassis)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered to unlock the platform’s full potential, it delivers consistent charge-air cooling and thermal stability that the factory intercooler cannot maintain under demanding real-world driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"t6z3tj\" data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"530\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eWhy the Factory Intercooler Falls Short\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eThe stock GRB STI intercooler performs adequately at factory power levels, but under sustained load—such as spirited driving, track use, or tuning—heat soak becomes a limiting factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eAs intake air temperatures rise:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8fh414\" data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eEngine power decreases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14sfd52\" data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eThrottle response becomes less responsive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e2dlma\" data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eECU timing is reduced to protect the engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eThe result is inconsistent performance when sustained power is needed most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1y1k83p\" data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"994\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eSuperior Cooling, Consistently\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eThe Process West intercooler features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e620 x 255 x 90mm bar and plate core\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to significantly improve thermal efficiency over the factory unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eThis results in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12xpx45\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eIncreased cooling surface area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jumvsi\" data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eLower intake air temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o7kep7\" data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eMore oxygen-dense charge air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nwsgg6\" data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eMore consistent power delivery across the rev range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qs1z4t\" data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eImproved throttle response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d579hh\" data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eEnhanced tuning stability and safety margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eWhether on the street or track, the system maintains stable intake temperatures where the factory intercooler cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8pv8q4\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eMandrel Bent Aluminium Piping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eThe kit includes full \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003emandrel-bent aluminium intercooler piping\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered for optimal airflow efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nibx45\" data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eSmooth, unrestricted airflow path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jml81y\" data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eConsistent pipe diameter through bends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kyv0s6\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eReduced turbulence and restriction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i5kwsf\" data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eImproved turbocharger efficiency and response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14ewtyg\" data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eEngineered for Real-World Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eDesigned as a complete system, the Process West FMIC ensures reliable cooling performance in all conditions—from daily driving to sustained high-performance use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"37mg0c\" data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ci58pg\" data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eFits \u003cstrong data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e2008–2014 Subaru STI (GRB chassis)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t8pd9z\" data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eLarge \u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e620 x 255 x 90mm bar and plate core\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s3wppy\" data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eHigh-flow aluminium end tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mtdegs\" 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