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PRODUCT DETAILS
Notes:Top Mount Intercooler Kit
Manufacturer:GrimmSpeed
Finish:Raw
Product Category:Intercooler Kits
VEHICLE FITMENTSTARTYEARENDYEARMAKEMODELSUBMODELCYLLITFUELFUELDELASPENGDESGNOTES 20052009SUBARULEGACYGT;GT LIMITED;GT SPEC.BALLALLALLALLALLALLPRODUCT OVERVIEW
You probably already know that you want an intercooler withmaximum cooling and minimum restriction, but when it comes to selecting theright ‘man for the job’, we think it’s important to understand why. As air ispressurized by your turbo, it heats up, not because of the heat of theturbocharger, but because when they’re compressed, the atoms in the air areforced closer together and as a result, move faster and have more energy. Thatenergy manifests itself as heat. The more heat we can remove from the system,the denser the air becomes and that’s what helps eliminate pre-detonation, or‘knock’, allowing for increased output from your system. Your OEM TMIC doesjust fine at stock boost under normal use, but as soon as you start puttingsome real heat into it with higher boost or harder use, it heat-soaks beyondrecovery.
Quick Specs
17.5in x 8.7in x 3.5in Cross Flow Core - careful balance ofhigh heat transfer and low pressure drop
Cast Aluminum End Tanks - machined BPV flange for precisionfit and perfect seal
5-Ply Silicone Couplers - custom molded and reinforced fordemanding environments
Wide-Mouth Splitter - collects air from the entire width ofthe scoop
Vibration Isolation Mounting - keep the intercooler systemfrom fatigue due to vibration
Stainless Steel BPV Studs - avoid the risk of damagingfragile aluminum threads
Cleaned, Inspected and Sealed Prior to Shipping - preventmotor damage due to foreign matter
Design
There are two primary considerations in the design of anintercooler: maximum heat transfer and minimum pressure drop. Unfortunately,one causes the other, so finding a perfect balance requires a detailedunderstanding of the intended application, some serious engineering power andthe highest quality manufacturing processes. Fitment and quality are alsocritically important to ensure that the most safety-critical part of your turbosystem is up to the task every time your foot hits the floor. We began by laserscanning an OEM TMIC to plot the mounting points and space claim in CAD withpinpoint accuracy. At the same time, we designed a custom bar and plate corewith overall dimensions, fin density and fin types that would provide theinsane heat transfer area we require with minimal flow restriction. With coresize nailed down, we got to work designing end tanks that offered smooth flow,perfect fitment and even distribution of the hot charge air through the core.Countless revisions were tested in flow simulation before we finally foundexactly the characteristics that we wanted. From there, 3D printed prototypeswere used to confirm fitment and we began work on manufacturing details inpreparation for verification testing and production.
Construction
Each intercooler uses two unique end tanks. The firstaccepts the hot charge air from the turbo and feeds it to the intercooler core.The second receives the cooled charge air from the core and delivers it to thethrottle body. These end tanks are precision cast and machined right here inMinnesota. The bypass valve flange is milled flat and stainless steel studs arepermanently installed to ensure that the aluminum threads don’t become damagedand shorten the life of the intercooler. Following inspection, end tanks arewelded to high density bar and plate intercoolers before the entire assembly ispressure tested, cleaned and sealed for shipment. 5-ply silicone couplers holdtheir shape in extreme conditions and ensure that charge air makes it to andfrom the intercooler with no trouble. Splitters are laser cut from aluminumsheet and CNC bent before being assembled and powdercoated with a durabletexture black finish. Stainless steel hardware secures the splitter to thefactory hood scoop.
Performance
Final performance evaluation to be completed the week ofDecember 15. In the past, we\'ve released products with data collected usingprototype or preproduction parts and on such a large, important system likethis, we\'d simply prefer to share data from the production pieces. Check backsoon!
Fitments and Options
08-14 Subaru WRX
08-14 Subaru WRX with Black Thermal Dispersant Coating
05-09 Subaru Legacy GT
05-09 Subaru Legacy GT with Black Thermal Dispersant Coating
MANUFACTURER OVERVIEWGrimmSpeed\'s objective is to provide you and your car a high quality product that is at a competitive price while delivering it to you in an ethical and honest way..8 years ago, Justin Grimm developed a passion for Subaru vehicles. He enjoyed taking them apart and improving their performance. After a few years of enjoying his Subaru, Justin decided to make a career out of his passion. After realizing the niche market for Subaru aftermarket performance enhancing products, he started GrimmSpeed in his garage. As demand for the quality products grew, he opened his shop in St. Paul, MN. Justin and his dedicated team design each part inhouse and distribute them nationwide. In January 2010 GrimmSpeed moved into a 6500 SQ FT shop in Minneapolis, MN. This move has given us the opportunity to expand for years to come.
Due to the extreme weather conditions of Minnesota, GrimmSpeed has unique opportunities to test their products to ensure quality performance. This allows professionals to continuously perform research and development on all products and make revisions accordingly.
Since everyone that is a part of the GrimmSpeed family has a passion for automotive aftermarket parts, the products are not the only area of quality. GrimmSpeed has a presence on forum, blogs and various Instant Messenging accounts available to customers that have questions regarding any of their products. Justin felt that this was an important facet to GrimmSpeed, since he had has always done his own work on his cars; he understood the importance of having someone there to guide you along. The communications provided by GrimmSpeed let the customer know that there is help just a computer away.
GrimmSpeed products are used by many race teams throughout the country in various sports. Be it Rally, Road Course, Autocross, Rally cross, or Drift, our products have shown to produce winning results.