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  1. Mishimoto 2011+ Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L LML Duramax Performance Intercooler, Part 6: Final Results and Product Conclusion

    Mishimoto 2011+ Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L LML Duramax Performance Intercooler, Part 6: Final Results and Product Conclusion

    Interested in purchasing this Duramax Intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Chevrolet/GMC 6.6L Duramax Intercooler Kit

    With our testing complete, it was time to recap the results and see what kind of benefits our cooler was capable of producing. The testing procedures and information from our previous posts are outlined below.

    Testing Procedures and Information

    Vehicle: 2011 Chevrolet 2500 6.6L LML Duramax

    Engine Modifications: None, all factory equipped

    Ambient Temperature: 85°F (29.5°C)

    Humidity: 35%

    Sensors: PLX Pressure and temperature sensors were placed on both the hot-side and cold-side intercooler boots.

    Physical Benefits

    Before we jump right into the testing data, let's compare the physical aspects of our intercooler design that distinguish our unit from the factory cooler.

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  2. Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    Interested in purchasing this Coolant Filter Kit? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Coolant Filter Kit

    Project Introduction

    Factory 6.0L engine bay
    Factory 6.0L engine bay

    The Ford/International 6.0L was launched in 2003 in an effort to compete with the high power output from the GM 6.6L Duramax, while still meeting new emissions standards. In factory form, the 6.0L Powerstroke is generally reliable and will perform a majority of the tasks demanded by truck owners. Unfortunately, as many have discovered, increasing the power output on the 6.0L produces increased stress on the cooling system,

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  3. Mishimoto 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Direct-Fit Baffled Oil Catch Can System, Part 3: Prototype 2 Development

    Mishimoto 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Direct-Fit Baffled Oil Catch Can System, Part 3: Prototype 2 Development

    Interested in picking up this awesome catch can system? Check out more details on our product page!

    Mishimoto Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Baffled Oil Catch Can

    Second Prototype Bracket Fabrication

    Now that we had our catch can ready to go, it was time to select mounting locations, and fabricate the mounting brackets. First, we will start with the PCV line we initially targeted with the large catch can we had. Check out some initial mock-up shots!

    Prototype PCV Catch Can mounted
    Prototype PCV Catch Can mounted

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