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Subaru WRX/STi Exhaust Adapter 2001+

Coming Soon! Mishimoto Subaru Downpipe Adapter!

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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! Flange Front 1 Continue Reading ››
BMW 3-Series E9X Radiator 2007-2011

2007-2011 BMW E9X 335I/135I Performance Aluminum Radiator, Part 4: Final Test-Fit and Data Collection

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BMW 335i/135i Performance Aluminum Radiator

Finally, we made it to our day of testing! We had previously confirmed fitment and made a few minor adjustments to some external end-tank features to improve coolant flow and ease of installation. A member of E90post was kind enough to lend us his vehicle for this round of testing. This 2007 sedan was equipped with a manual transmission, JB4 software and an intake. This vehicle would be ideal for collecting testing data, we have found that the “Average” E9X owner has … Continue Reading ››
BMW E46 M3 Radiator 2001-2006

2001–2006 BMW E46 M3 Performance Aluminum Radiator, Part 2: Final Testing Data and Conclusion

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Mishimoto BMW E46 M3 Performance Aluminum Radiator

Now that we have a prototype E46 radiator, what should we do with it? Test it of course! The data for this entire build is based around radiator testing. Check out the report from our lead engineer. BMW E46 M3 Radiator Testing Test Vehicle Modifications: Supercharged, intercooler, methanol injection, full exhaust. Professionally tuned @550 whp on pump gas. Cooling System Upgrades: 13-row oil cooler for supercharger located behind the kidney grilles. Front-mount intercooler (FMIC) located in the front air dam. Upgraded clutch fan … Continue Reading ››
BMW E46 M3 Radiator 2001-2006

2001–2006 BMW E46 M3 Performance Aluminum Radiator, Part 1: Product Goals, Initial Design, and Testing

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Mishimoto BMW E46 M3 Performance Aluminum Radiator

Featured How do you go about redesigning a radiator to make it perfect for track use?  After coming to the realization that our existing E46 M3 aluminum radiator was not performing as we would like for track-specific vehicles, our team determined it was time to take action. Our original product was designed some time ago, and our processes, material use, and overall attention to detail have significantly improved since then. These days Mishimoto … Continue Reading ››
BMW 3-Series E9X Radiator 2007-2011

2007–2011 BMW E90 335I/135I Performance Aluminum Radiator, Part 3: Prototype Test Fitting

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BMW 335i/135i Performance Aluminum Radiator

Test-fitting day! After scouring local forums and maxing out our contact list, we were finally able to locate a 335i owner willing to lend us his vehicle for the day.
Mishimoto E90 radiator prototype and test vehicle
Mishimoto E90 radiator prototype and test vehicle
Peering into this engine bay reveals … well, not much really. Shrouding and the upper radiator support hide the radiator almost completely. The entire package is mounted fairly … Continue Reading ››