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  1. 2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 3: Final Testing and Completion of Development

    2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 3: Final Testing and Completion of Development

    Interested in purchasing our Evolution intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Performance Intercooler

    After a successful run of testing with a stock vehicle, we were in the market for a higher-powered Evo to check performance with higher boost pressures and added heat. After scouring the forums and checking with locals we were able to locate this 2010 GSR model with a nice set of modifications!

    2010 Evolution GSR high-horsepower test vehicle
    2010 Evolution GSR high-horsepower test vehicle

    Modifications:

    • Precision 6262 turbocharger
    • Equal-length exhaust
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  2. 2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 5: Data Collection, Continued

    2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 5: Data Collection, Continued

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    Mishimoto Subaru WRX/STi Performance Top-Mount Intercooler Kit

    As mentioned last time, our team decided to make an improvement to our intercooler design. Because of the cast end tanks, we were left with a rather thick inlet. The wall diameter was significantly greater than what we would prefer, and opening up this diameter would only increase flow. The inlet was removed from the intercooler and an aluminum pipe was then welded on. This thin-walled pipe would provide significant benefits in overall airflow.

    Modifying the Mishimoto prototype
    Modifying the Mishimoto
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  3. 2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 2: Prototype Initial Testing

    2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 2: Prototype Initial Testing

    Interested in purchasing our Evolution intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Performance Intercooler

    Now that we had a prototype, we would be determining if any initial points of modification could enhance performance. First we looked at the core composition and were very pleased with it. We received a couple different cores with varying fin pitches and bar heights. We would be testing each of these cores to see how the changes affect power output. Check out the images below for a look through the end tank!

    Fin density of the Mishimoto race intercooler prototype
    Fin density
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  4. 2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 1: Product Introduction, Goals and Initial Testing

    2008-2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Performance Intercooler Part 1: Product Introduction, Goals and Initial Testing

    Interested in purchasing our Evolution intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Performance Intercooler

    The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution continues to live up to its reputation as an ideal vehicle for the street, track, and rally course. Years of rally pedigree, a turbocharged inline 4-cylinder, and an AWD system that provides grip on any surface have all solidified its place as an illustrious and desired vehicle. Mishimoto is a fan of the Evolution as can be seen by our large line of Evo products, from the 4-chassis to the 10-chassis, including intercoolers, radiators, silicone coolant hoses, fan shrouds, and much more. Currently, we offer an intercooler for the Evolution X. Why would Mishimoto be developing another intercooler? The answer to this is simple. Our current product is suitable for stock and moderate bolt-on vehicles. Evo

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  5. 2001-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 4: Test Fitting, Round 2

    2001-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 4: Test Fitting, Round 2

    Interested in purchasing our WRX/STi top-mount intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru WRX/STi Performance Top-Mount Intercooler Kit

    Finally in the comfort of our own garage, we could begin further testing and data collection with our intercooler design. Below is a first look at the Mishimoto intercooler fully installed!

    Mishimoto intercooler in 2003 WRX
    Mishimoto intercooler in 2003 WRX

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  6. 2001-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 3: Test Fitting and Data Collection

    2001-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler Part 3: Test Fitting and Data Collection

    Interested in purchasing our WRX/STi top-mount intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru WRX/STi Performance Top-Mount Intercooler Kit

    Armed with a 3D printed prototype and a full day of test fitting, we were able to produce some very insightful renderings of how this intercooler was going to look. Initial flow testing and calculations showed that performance would be ideal for our target power range. After spending some time with Solidworks, Kevin produced the fantastic rendering you see below.

    Mishimoto intercooler rendering
    Mishimoto intercooler rendering

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  7. 2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler, Part 2: Prototypes and Test Fitting

    2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler, Part 2: Prototypes and Test Fitting

    Interested in purchasing our WRX/STi top-mount intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru WRX/STi Performance Top-Mount Intercooler Kit

    Before we attempted the initial design, we first took a good look at the stock Y-pipe design. Although the spaced ports provide dispersion of air throughout the stock core, we saw immediately that this portion of the design needed improvement.

    Kevin, our lead engineer for this project, began by taking measurements of the stock engine bay and intercooler. He used these measurements to begin developing a Solidworks model that would emulate the direction we wanted to go with the overall design. Once the model was completed, it was time to utilize our 3D printer to create a prototype. The initial prototype would be used primarily to test fitment and check clearance before we developed a final prototype. Because this was

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  8. 2001-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Half-Size Radiator, Part 2: Final Testing and Completion

    2001-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Half-Size Radiator, Part 2: Final Testing and Completion

    Interested in purchasing our Evolution radiator? Check out our product page for more details!

    Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Half-Size Performance Aluminum Radiator

    With our design essentially solidified, and our prototypes ready to be put into action, it was time to perform another test fit and gather data. Lucky for us, one of our new engineers (Steve) happens to daily drive an Evo 9, and we talked him into allowing us to use his car for development. Steve's Evo is making around 350 hp to the wheels with a few modifications and quite a helping of boost. This should be a great vehicle for our second round of testing.

    Test fit vehicle #2
    Test fit
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  9. 2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler, Part 1: Introduction and Goals

    2002-2007 Subaru WRX/STI Top-Mount Intercooler, Part 1: Introduction and Goals

    Interested in purchasing our WRX/STi top-mount intercooler? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru WRX/STi Performance Top-Mount Intercooler Kit

    The Bugeye, Blobeye, and Hawkeye Subarus have always been a prime choice for a fun daily driver or project vehicle. With a burbley turbocharged flat-four and a robust AWD system, it is hard to beat the overall value of these early models. Nonetheless, the performance aftermarket is massive with documentation available for building your car from mild to wild. Key components to the aftermarket success are the large enthusiast groups such as NASIOC and IWSTI that provide a great place for swapping information on repairs and modifications, and also general discussions about why these cars are so great! These Subarus provide a great base for entry into the racing world, whether it be rallycross, autocross, or track days. Reasonably inexpensive

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  10. 2008+ Subaru WRX/STI Performance Air Intake Part 7: Product Release

    2008+ Subaru WRX/STI Performance Air Intake Part 7: Product Release

    Interested in purchasing our WRX/STi intake? Check out more details on our product page linked below!

    Subaru WRX/STi Performance Cold-Air Intake

    This product is finally available! Check out the details below!

    Subaru WRX/STI Performance Cold-Air Intake, 2008–2014

    • Direct fit for the 2008–2014 Subaru WRX/STI
    • Dyno-proven gains of 25 hp/25 tq at 5300 rpm
    • Eliminates restrictions and improves airflow
    • Mandrel bent aluminum intake pipe with air straightener and CNC-machined MAF housing
    • Powder-coated heat shield for optimal air temperatures
    • High-quality Mishimoto free-flowing air filter provides 16% greater filter surface area
    • True cold-air design with filter placement outside the engine bay
    • Fully serviceable oiled air filter
    • Provides an aggressive,
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