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It is still extremely impressive that it is as close to being an identical pull as it is for Virtual Dyno. And I should clarify that I meant faster free rev (albeit small, but noticeable), as the difference between time to rev when on power is greatly overshadowed by the engine actually making power. The contribution at that point is just too small to notice. Chase Engineering

I'm sure you know this, but a lightweight crank pulley will neither add, nor lose power/torque. The main advantage is of course a slight decrease in time to rev up and down (helpful with rev matching, etc), and to replace or preemptively replace an aging stock pulley which has a potential to separate (sometimes catastrophically). On that VD, even with best intentions, there are enough differences (especially on stock tune, the time to switch to open loop fueling makes me cringe) that you can't really attribute the 5 ft-lb "loss" to the crank pulley. It would be just as valid to say that the crank pulley somehow decreased spool, got rid of the wonky fueling at 4500 rpms, and smoothed out the powerband. But, we can be nearly 100% certain that isn't the case either. Like I said, I know you know this, but I just wanted to clarify for future readers. Chase Engineering

Hey guys! I wanted to chime in here and share what I'm sure a few of you have already noticed. We were working on the incorrect intel that the turbo inlet for the 5th gen LGT is the same as the 2015 WRX (we don't have one available for testing). While they do look very similar, the LGT solenoid actually fits differently than the 2015 WRX solenoid. For that reason, the small bent bracket that holds the solenoid can't be utilized. It appears that the machined piece will still work as intended, but that mounting of the solenoid itself may need to be different. Our solution will likely be to provide a more 'universal' mount for the solenoid that will allow you to mount it somewhere near the turbo along with a longer wiring harness. You'll get all of the same benefits that the GrimmSpeed unit offers over the others in just a little bit different package. We are fast tracking this project to get a proper solution to you guys, so stay tuned(heh)! Matt Beenen Engineering

Thanks for the suggestion! Most of our orders come from NASIOC members, so that's the reason the link is in each email. With that said, that's an awesome suggestion. Perhaps I'll create a 'feedback' page on our website that links to various feedback methods (our site, nasioc, lgt, vendor sites, etc). Also, here are a few more photos to hold you over for the weekend! http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_0814_25_1200.jpg http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_0814_26_1200.jpg Matt Beenen Engineering

This is correct - the intercooler installed just fine! I'll get pictures up a little bit later today or tomorrow morning! Thanks again, Rich, for volunteering your car! Matt Beenen Engineering

Yep, you guys are correct. There is a mount on the firewall. Depending on the difference, it may be that a lower profile vibration isolator could help make up for the height change, or maybe a modified bracket. We'll let you know exactly what the situation is when we get our mitts on a car! Matt Beenen Engineering

Hey guys! I'm posting this update in both currently active threads. Sorry for the lack of information on this forum recently - we've just had ours noses to the grindstone trying to get these out. Shipping update: as many of you probably noticed, WRX kits have shipped. This isn't because we play favorites or anything (in fact, I used to have an 05 LGT and know the feels), but because the LGT splitters are a bit more complex and we had some issues with the rivet gun that we weren't happy with. All of the splitters have been reworked and had to work back through powdercoating. We should have most of them back today and have kits standing by, ready to pack and ship! Regarding OBXT fitment, it's still something that we're unsure of. We're planning on having a car in for test fitting this week. Install video is done! We'll have a separate video with some notes regarding the LGT install, since the splitter is a bit different, but you'll have no trouble figure it out! Matt Beenen Engineering

This is correct. Part of the reason for this is below! Yep! The great thing about having these lists before production is 100% complete is that we have time to 'fine tune' our production numbers between wrx, lgt, uncoated and coated. This way, we can maximize the use of the first 250 kits rather than end up with 100 extra WRX kits and a bunch of LGT guys wanting kits! Placing payment means we can adjust production on the fly with confidence. Let us know if you have other questions! Matt Beenen Engineering

You know, I've been saying it a lot recently, but we really have you guys to thank for being such great supporters and for being so patient during the process. The truth is, we're all car guys too. We've all saved our money to buy products that have been disappointing. The idea that we can put our heads together and eliminate those problems for so many people is really a great motivator. The thought of you all unboxing your TMIC kits and installing them with a few buddies in the garage on a Saturday without having to throw wrenches and curse at your new parts is awesome. Thank YOU! :) Matt Beenen Engineering

My pleasure, Happy Holidays! Matt Beenen Engineering

Really sorry to hear that, man! I tell you what - if your car's replacement can use one of these intercoolers, I'll honor the group buy price for you anytime. Just shoot me an email (mbeenen@grimmspeed.com) and remind me. Matt Beenen Engineering

You guys have been great! Here's a link to the Group Buy on this forum - for guys that don't have NASIOC logins! http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/grimmspeed-top-mount-intercooler-and-splitter-08-14-wrx-05-234673.html?p=5007513#post5007513 Cheers! Matt Beenen Engineering

Bingo! Retailers will be selling it for closer to $875 after it's official release. Matt Beenen Engineering

You guys are great - thank you for bringing my updates over from NASIOC! I've been so busy with wrapping these up that I haven't had a lot of time to trek back and forth between forums. Anyway, you can look for a group buy and preorders to start next week! Here's a sneak peek at how production is moving along - yesterday's batch! All of the LGT splitters should be back from powdercoating shortly! Re: that new PW intercooler, I gave my initial impressions on NASIOC when Kevin from PW came in to derail our thread and I'll spare you guys from the details. It's clear that they've been watching the development of our TMIC and were grasping to find a way to compete. It's a nice idea, but one that we dismissed almost a year ago ourselves as a result of a good deal of CFD analysis. I can expand if you'd like, but I think we'll probably just let both of them speak for themselves! Matt Beenen Engineering

Thanks guys! Yes, we tapped both end tanks so that we can use pressure traducers and temperature probes to log those values during testing. We've talked about tapping holes for IAT sensors, water meth nozzles, etc, but it's most likely that we'll provide a recommended location for you to drill and tap it yourself, since people need a variety of different thread types. It's not out of the question just yet though, so I'll bring it back up with the team to see if anybody has fresh solutions. And yes, we definitely have a solution to get the stock BPV hose to fit the altered location of the BPV itself. It's most likely that we'll add a simple, subtle extension instead of replacing the entire hose to ease the installation. The stock hose is plenty good for the purpose that it serves, so we'll just help you re-use that. It'll look sharp, don't worry. Matt Beenen Engineering

Thank you all for being so supporting and understanding. When we're getting pressure from a lot of people to get this thing banged out, it's great to see so many of you willing to wait a bit longer than expected for the best possible product. We went old school to build a prototype with one of the pre-production cores today. I'll just leave these here. http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_proto1.jpg http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_proto2.jpg http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_proto3.jpg http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_proto4.jpg Matt Beenen Engineering

I owe you guys some new photos! I got a batch of cores for final inspection this morning, so now that the cores are nailed down, I can share real pictures! These things are turning out AWESOME. We're welding up prototype end tanks to do some final flow testing and I'll share that process with you guys at an appropriate time as well! Can you tell that I'm excited to have real parts!? If you take a look at the second and third picture, it's not hard to tell that we're taking a fundamentally different approach than some of our competitors when it comes to fin density and flow area. With some creative design changes and tight manufacturing tolerances, we've been able to use fin density that is about twice as high and at the same time, increase the flow area by nearly a factor of two, providing much greater cooling potential as well as a gain in flow and what I'm sure will be a much lower pressure drop. Matt Beenen Engineering http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_core1.jpg GrimmSpeed core on the top, other on the bottom. http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_core3.jpg Other core on top, GrimmSpeed on the bottom. http://www.grimmspeed.com/content/images/tmic_subaru_08_core4.jpg

Haha, sorry guys! Yes! Yes! YES! Yep, will definitely fit the lgt and sti style turbos! Matt Beenen Engineering

Thanks for the insight and feedback fellas! The magnets are definitely something that we've experimented with and found great success. The reason that they're not included is that they aren't really necessary for the tool tray to do it's job and added a good deal of cost and complexity to the part. We'd encourage you to find a couple of properly sized rare earth magnets and go for it, though. Works great! The tool tray was actually a result of most of us in the shop doing the same thing. Tools in the rain tray, fender rails, intercooler, etc. Not only a great way to lose tools, but a great way to do some serious damage. Matt Beenen Engineering

Yep, that's what I'm thinking at this point as well. Since you guys are being so patient, I'm going to do everything I can to get a killer group buy deal going when the time is right. In the mean time, here's a fun little side project we've had in the works for a while and is finally ready for release. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/grimmspeed-radiator-shroud-w-tool-tray-group-buy-223607.html

Hey guys, I came in yesterday to give you guys the same update but it looks like NYX beat me to it! Things are still moving along and I'll do my best to keep you guys updated! Fighting very hard to make the best possible intercooler for you all but still at a great price point. One without the other is a piece of cake, but that's not our style! Matt Beenen Engineering

Haha, how about I give you guys a heads up? We'll host a group buy for you guys too, so that might be a good time to get a jump on the used market. Matt Beenen Engineering

Hey guys! Very sorry for neglecting lgt.com like I have! We've been swamped recently with all kinds of projects and year-end stuff, but I've finally got some time to finish crushing this TMIC and pushing it to production! The quote from NASIOC give a pretty good idea of what the current status is. Meetings with our foundry this week. This is accurate. This fitment will require the use of custom mounting brackets and silicone. We will likely sell the upgraded splitter and the 'sti turbo style' silicone hose separately. I like this structure, as it keeps you from needing to go 'all-in' right off the bat. I know how these more expensive mods can be harder to save for. I can't really comment on the pricing, but it will be structured the same way that all of our pricing is, so for what you get, the value will be the same as the 02-07 TMIC. I think this was answered, but no, the 02-07 re-uses stock STI couplers and such. If we assume that the cost to manufacture the core and end tanks is the same as the 02-07 (it'll likely be a touch higher, as the end tanks are much more complex to cast) and add the cost of the brackets, silicone hoses, t-bolt clamps and stainless steel threaded inserts, this is probably not tooo far off. The splitter would add a bit more, obviously. MSRP on the PW unit is $1100 and I am really, really trying to create a setup that will cost closer to $900-1000. The challenge here is that our design and manufacturing methods are both much better and more costly, so it's not a matter of 'do the same thing but cheaper'. I'll continue working hard to bring you guys a killer option and we'll see where the chips fall! I'm excited! Our pleasure - sorry that we don't have an option for you guys just yet! I own both of the other units that you mentioned and I think that the path that you chose to take is probably not terrible. I much prefer a tmic, but if you're gonna go that route, you may as well wait for exactly what you want. One word of warning - be sure to flush/blow/clean the FMS parts thoroughly before use. I've seen some gnarly stuff come out of those tubes. Thanks for the kind words! It is indeed a bit larger than the PW in all dimensions, but more importantly, it's properly designed. Two cores with the same external dimensions can behave very, very differently! Matt Beenen Engineering

Just wanted to chime in assure you that we haven't forgotten about this! It's still coming along. Pending some successful testing, we should have some real photos to share in the not tooo distant future! Matt Beenen Engineering

Now now, you know that's not our style. In all seriousness, this is still moving along. The R&D/test phase of the project is not something that I've ever rushed and I don't intend to start now. I'm still hopeful that we'll have something released in the spring, but if I'm not happy with where we're at in the performance/fitment/quality/cost balance, I won't hesitate to let it delay the project. What that means for you, though, is that you know that when it's available, this thing will be the bee's knees. Yes, it will come with a replacement splitter and yes, it will fit an sti style turbo. Just wanted to give you guys an update, as it's been too long! Matt Beenen Engineering