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  1. 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Induction Hose, Part 2: Testing and Development Completion

    2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Induction Hose, Part 2: Testing and Development Completion

    Interested in purchasing our BRZ induction hose? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Silicone Induction Hose For Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S

    Thanks for returning for the second portion of this build! As mentioned in the previous post, our team was prepared to conduct extensive testing on this induction hose. Our main goal with testing was to determine the particular combination of components that would provide the most power output. Power output collection would be via our Dynojet. Each combination of components received an average output based on three consecutive runs all completed on the same day with essentially similar conditions. The variations of testing are below.

    1. Resonator and noise amplifier both installed
    2. Resonator plugged with noise amplifier installed
    3. Resonator attached with noise amplifier disabled
    4. Resonator and noise amplifier both plugged

    We would be testing each of these conditions with both the Mishimoto prototype induction hose and the factory induction

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  2. 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Induction Hose, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Induction Hose, Part 1: Product Introduction and Goals

    Interested in purchasing our BRZ induction hose? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Silicone Induction Hose For Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S

    The BRZ/FR-S is one of the hottest cars to hit the track in the past few years, and the Mishimoto engineers decided to do what they do best: cool it down. Naturally, we would be developing a performance aluminum radiator and silicone hose kit. Additionally we ended up with a killer direct-fit oil cooler kit, some very slick oil caps, and a low-temperature thermostat. As you may have seen in our other build-log, we are also developing a performance cold air intake, which we estimate will provide a nice increase in power and really bring out some of the engine tones being baffled by the factory system. This article is not about the full intake system we have planned. It's about the silicone induction hose we developed in the mix with all the products listed above.

    Somehow, this very unique and valuable product got lost in the mix of

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  3. 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 4: Final Product Testing and Additional Data Collection

    2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 4: Final Product Testing and Additional Data Collection

    Interested in purchasing our BRZ intake? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake

    We know you've been dying to know how we finish up creating a cold-air intake, and today is the day you can breathe a sigh of relief. We are finally at the last stage of R&D! After constructing a final prototype we were prepared to test fitment and ensure that power output and AFR readings remained unchanged. Check out our final prototype components!

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe final prototype
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe final prototype

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe final prototype
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe final prototype

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe and MAF housing final prototype
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake pipe and MAF housing final prototype

    The pipes turned out great for this intake! The CNC-machined MAF mount and air straightener are spot-on, and the mandrel bent pipe is perfect. Our team installed the prototype to check fitment prior to final testing and everything went in like it was designed to do. Yes, the bumper must be removed to install this intake kit as well as to

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  4. 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 3: Initial Prototype Testing and Data Collection

    2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 3: Initial Prototype Testing and Data Collection

    Interested in purchasing our BRZ intake? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake

    Daily-driven test vehicle, 2013 FR-S
    Daily-driven test vehicle, 2013 FR-S


    With all our prototypes ready to rock and our vehicle at hand, it was time for testing day. Our team set to work strapping the vehicle down to the dyno and prepared to make some baseline runs on the stock setup. Luckily, we caught a day where the weather was agreeable and the vehicle was free of snow and salt.

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing

    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing
    Mishimoto BRZ/FR-S intake dyno testing

    Finally, we were prepared to make a few pulls. As you can see from the last image we have numerous development projects going on at once. The 6.0L Powerstroke on the right is receiving a nice aluminum radiator upgrade courtesy of Mishimoto! But,Β  this article isn't about rolling coal or compound turbo setups, so back to the discussion about

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  5. 2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 8

    2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 8

    The team at Mishimoto gives you a quick glance at the brand new 2015 Subaru WRX! This video highlights the wheel bearings and braking system for the new model.Β  Check out the video and gallery of images!

    Feel free to follow up with any comments or suggestions for our next video!

    Thanks

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  6. 2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 7

    2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 7

    The team at Mishimoto gives you a quick glance at the brand new 2015 Subaru WRX! This video highlights the exhaust system routing and components for the new model.Β  Check out the video and gallery of images!

    Feel free to follow up with any comments or suggestions for our next video!

    Thanks

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  7. 2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 6

    2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 6

    The team at Mishimoto gives you a quick glance at the brand new 2015 Subaru WRX! This video highlights the intercooler and piping for the new model.Β  Check out the video and gallery of images!

    Feel free to follow up with any comments or suggestions for our next video!

    Thanks

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  8. 2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 5

    2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 5

    The team at Mishimoto gives you a quick glance at the brand new 2015 Subaru WRX! This video highlights the new intake design, routing, and components.Β  Check out the video and gallery of images!

    Feel free to follow up with any comments or suggestions for our next video!

    Thanks

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  9. 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 2: Initial Product Design

    2013+ Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake, Part 2: Initial Product Design

    Interested in purchasing our BRZ intake? Check out our product page for more information!

    Mishimoto Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S Performance Cold-Air Intake

    With a general idea of our plans for this product, we set about removing all the necessary components so we could begin fabrication. Steve, one of our bright engineers, would be taking the helm for this particular project, with others lending a hand throughout the process when needed.

    Steve handling the TIG work

    FR-S components removed
    FR-S components removed

    Our first task was to fabricate the main portion of the intake pipe. We would be using a separate piece to house the MAF and air straightener. This particular pipe routes air from the front bumper area into the engine compartment. We needed to decide on a pipe size and route that would provide the least restriction, greatest airflow, and most effective A/F ratios. Take a look!

    Mishimoto intake pipe fabrication
    Mishimoto intake pipe fabrication

    Mishimoto intake pipe fabrication
    Mishimoto intake pipe fabrication

    So now you have a good idea of our plan of attack. This design has many immediately apparent

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  10. 2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 4

    2015 Subaru WRX First Impressions and Review by Mishimoto - Part 4

    The team at Mishimoto gives you a quick glance at the brand new 2015 Subaru WRX! This video highlights the wheel and tire setup for the new model.Β  Our next video will include details about the unique intake setup on the 2015. Check out the video below!

    Feel free to follow up with any comments or suggestions for our next video!

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