Does the 2015 WRX Need an Upgraded Intercooler? Part 3: Mishimoto Prototype Installed
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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)
Mishimoto prototype intercooler (front) and stock intercooler (rear)
And a couple shots that better show the massive increase in core thickness.
Mishimoto prototype intercooler (left) and stock intercooler (right)
Mishimoto prototype intercooler (left) and stock intercooler (right)
Now it was time to install this cooler into a vehicle and ensure that fitment was spot-on. Check out a few shots.
Mishimoto prototype intercooler installed
Mishimoto prototype intercooler installed
Mishimoto prototype intercooler installed
Mishimoto prototype intercooler installed
The Mishimoto cooler fit into place the same as the stock cooler! Because we extended the passenger side of the cooler, a new intercooler mounting bracket is necessary for proper support of the cooler. Take a look at the bracket we designed.
Mishimoto intercooler mounting bracket
In the last few images you may have noticed our aluminum charge-pipe. This unit was designed in conjunction with our cooler. We will be highlighting the design process in the next portion of this article! Stay tuned for more!
