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Jul 23, 2003 | 10:53 AM

Slamsitin

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Car Info: 03 yellow WRX stage 1

intercooler or not

I wanna go faster but safely. I was lookin at the PWR or TXS topmount IC. am i wasting my money tryin to get power from this and should i just get a new turbo. i just dont wanna mess up my engine and i'd think a turbo would do this more so. how many extra horse can i expect from an aftermarket IC with Stage 1 or stock mods. also do these ICs require moving things in the engine compartment or hood. I know the front mount ICs look better but do they offer more power? Thanx all! I-Club rocks

Jul 23, 2003 | 12:13 PM

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With the stock turbo, a larger TMIC will only yield you more turbo lag. The stock one is adequate. Invest in some Silicone I/C hoses. Only upgrade the intercooler, after you have upgraded to a larger turbo.

Jul 23, 2003 | 01:16 PM

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I had the PWR and sold it. I noticed no improvement over stock. It was not much larger than stock despite PWR's claims on size.

After changing to my VF30 setup, I installed the Vishnu TMIC. It, along with TXS, APS, and MRT, are much larger than stock.

Jul 24, 2003 | 07:33 AM

Slamsitin

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i heard the hoses only produce about 5hp if i'm lucky. is it the extra power or less turbo lag that makes the extra acceleration. just doesnt seem like u'd be able to "feel" the differece. also i've heard it cuts down on turbo spikes, is this true?