'02 sti hood scoop question
12-08-2003, 05:11 PM
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'02 sti hood scoop question
just replaced the stock scoop with the sti and love the looks. however the stock deflector does not reach the top of the scoop anymore. it looks like the deflector is what directs the air into the intercooler and it doesn't appear that the air that goes over the deflctor can get in there at all. so has anyone taken out or replaced the deflector? i heard that the sti splitter may solve this problem, but also heard it doest fit the smaller wrx intercooler...again, seems like it defeats the purpose of the larger scoop. what have you tried?
12-19-2003, 03:34 PM
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You worry too much... even more than me 
Beyond there not being problems, I really wouldn't worry too much about its cooling efficiency either. Its eyecandy, not much more. (And yeah, I have an STi scoop )
I'm not distraught by my choice to go with Omori... a bit miffed because of a few customer service issues perhaps and these small quality issues are annoying.
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Beyond there not being problems, I really wouldn't worry too much about its cooling efficiency either. Its eyecandy, not much more. (And yeah, I have an STi scoop )I'm not distraught by my choice to go with Omori... a bit miffed because of a few customer service issues perhaps and these small quality issues are annoying.
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12-19-2003, 04:39 PM
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A proper splitter is a great way to keep the IC cool...there wouldn't be STi parts if there was no need...the USDM gets screwed with lo-power crap from assclown companies that think they know better....
The STi splitter won't fit properly with the USDM IC.
The STi splitter won't fit properly with the USDM IC.
12-21-2003, 10:01 PM
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To be thruthful i wouldn't stress about it too much. Eventhough you have the looks of the sti scoop you're still only getting the same amount of air the old OEM scoop provided. With a Larger STi splitter you'll utilize ALL the air the large diameter scoop has to offer. Instead of having the splitter that only goes halfway in the scoop you'll have something that hits the top inside of the STi scoop.
So i bought a cheaper splitter from Quantum racing and used the extra cash for the kick IC spayer they provide too (ask for mark).
Overall, if you're strapped for cash you don't have to worry about a thing...your car is still as i was before without the new scoop. if you have some dinero to burn then look into a new sti splitter that will accomidate the USDM IC. you'll have a little bit higher volume of colder air going through the IC but it's nothing stress about.
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So i bought a cheaper splitter from Quantum racing and used the extra cash for the kick IC spayer they provide too (ask for mark).
Overall, if you're strapped for cash you don't have to worry about a thing...your car is still as i was before without the new scoop. if you have some dinero to burn then look into a new sti splitter that will accomidate the USDM IC. you'll have a little bit higher volume of colder air going through the IC but it's nothing stress about.
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12-22-2003, 09:53 AM
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Originally posted by mmboost
Eric,
what do you think about that ic sprayer? How perceptable of a boost is it?
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Eric,
what do you think about that ic sprayer? How perceptable of a boost is it?
jason
Mine is unique though. i have a spec c tank in the trunk so i ordered extra windsheild washer hose, and two extra nozzles because im running to sprayers to my tranny cooler too.
if you decide to get it be sure to PM me so i can give you some tips.
12-22-2003, 01:25 PM
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um...back to the scoop. all connections appear plenty tight. the seal that i no longer have is where the deflector met the scoop! The sti splitter is too big for the wrx intercooler...not sure about quantum...but when i told them (quantum) about the problem they recommended foam tape! don't get me wrong about quantum, i got the scoop from them, great painting, price and service! so far foam tape is the best answer i have?
12-23-2003, 11:57 AM
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Originally posted by oxtox
um...back to the scoop. all connections appear plenty tight. the seal that i no longer have is where the deflector met the scoop! The sti splitter is too big for the wrx intercooler...not sure about quantum...but when i told them (quantum) about the problem they recommended foam tape! don't get me wrong about quantum, i got the scoop from them, great painting, price and service! so far foam tape is the best answer i have?
um...back to the scoop. all connections appear plenty tight. the seal that i no longer have is where the deflector met the scoop! The sti splitter is too big for the wrx intercooler...not sure about quantum...but when i told them (quantum) about the problem they recommended foam tape! don't get me wrong about quantum, i got the scoop from them, great painting, price and service! so far foam tape is the best answer i have?
from what i understand all you have is a STi hoodscoop, OEM air splitter and OEM IC, right?
If to do have a zerosports air splitter it's a POS in regard to proper sealing.
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