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Mishimoto Subaru WRX Performance Top-Mount Intercooler and Charge-Pipe System

Size Comparison

Before installing our prototype cooler on one of our 2015 WRXs, we decided to take a few shots showing the huge size difference of our cooler compared to the stock unit.

Mishimoto prototype intercooler (left) and stock intercooler (right)

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Subaru WRX/STi Cat-Back Exhaust

Prototype Fabrication

With the front section of our exhaust complete, we needed to address the Y-section as well as the pipes routing to the mufflers. We decided to go with 2 1/4" piping following the Y-section, which matches the diameter of the STi system.

Check out a couple shots from the fabrication process.

Fabricated muffler section

We bent a few more hangers for attaching the mufflers to the appropriate stock locations.

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Mishimoto Ford Mustang EcoBoost Baffled Oil Catch Can

Mishimoto 2015 Mustang EB

Last time, we selected the mounting brackets for our dual can setup. As mentioned earlier in our thread, we would be performing real-world road testing to determine if both lines accumulate byproduct. Our next task was to develop and install some lines for testing.

Line Fabrication

First, we tackled the breather line, which ties in between the valve cover and the turbocharger

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Mishimoto Subaru WRX Performance Top-Mount Intercooler and Charge-Pipe System

3D Modeling

Now that the stock intercooler has been evaluated and modeled, we began designing our own cooler. Check out some of the initial models we put together for this prototype!

Stock (left) and Mishimoto prototype (right) intercooler model

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Mishimoto Subaru Exhaust Adapter, 3" Downpipe To Stock Exhaust

Looking for a better way to mate your 3" downpipe to the stock cat-back exhaust? Sick of blowing out gaskets and smearing copper sealant all over your flanges? Mishimoto now offers a 100% stainless steel downpipe adapter flange specifically for mating to a stock exhaust system. If you have a 2002+ WRX or STi, this is the piece for you! Check it out.

The flange adapter itself!

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Mishimoto Ford Mustang EcoBoost Baffled Oil Catch Can

Now that we had a good idea of where to start with this project, our team began by selecting the appropriate catch can for the Mustang.

Catch Can Selection

We have two options in catch cans. Our standard baffled oil catch can is shown below.

This innovative catch can features a slew of high-quality CNC-machined components. The unit utilizes thread-in fittings, an internal baffle, and a bronze 40-micron filter to separate the particles. We have had a ton of success offering this product as a universal catch can. One thing that may hold us back from using this component in the Mustang 2.3L is the general footprint. This is a large catch can and provides a massive

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Mishimoto Subaru STI Performance Air Intake

Prototype Fabrication

After experimenting with some boxed designs in Part 1 of this write-up, it was time to turn our attention to a shrouded setup, similar to what we offer for the 2008-2014 models. We're hoping we could utilize the piping from our existing kit, which is well designed and has proven power gains. After placing the shroud into position, we found that it would certainly fit, but would require some modification. The fabrication work began! Check out a few shots taken during the process.

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Mishimoto Subaru WRX Performance Top-Mount Intercooler and Charge-Pipe System

Many of you checked out our recent thread about our progress on the 2015 WRX top-mount intercooler. We are finishing some testing to ensure that our product will provide the improvements our customers expect. Our prototypes look awesome, and so far they are proving to be quite efficient. So, we've decided to back-track a bit and highlight the process our team went through to create such an awesome product. We will also be including our final test results, as well as information about how you can get your hands on one of the first units to hit the shelves. Keep an eye on our threads and blog; we have some exciting stuff in the pipeline!

How It All Started

In late March our team ventured

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Mishimoto Ford Mustang EcoBoost Baffled Oil Catch Can

Mishimoto 2015 Ford Mustang EcoBoost

Does it need a catch can?

This question is on the minds of many vehicle enthusiasts. If it doesn't add power, why would I want it? Why should I waste my money on it? All valid questions here. True, a catch can install will not add power to your vehicle, but that does not negate its function as a beneficial component for your vehicle.

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