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Old May 27, 2007 | 11:41 AM
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I have a uk turbo 2000 MY98 and was wondering if anyone has any opinions on whether to fit an uprated top mount intercooler from say a STI version 8 or to go for a front mount intercooler.
Also what would be involved in swapping my existing top mount for an uprated one.
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Old May 27, 2007 | 12:30 PM
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IMO go for a fmic but you could have a look at this
https://www.scoobynet.com/projects-4...0-classic.html
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Old May 27, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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Depends on what power your aiming for matey.

I've just fitted a Hyperflow TMIC and it's a straight fit too
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Old May 27, 2007 | 01:00 PM
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I`m running 320+ with my top mount, it`s ok, but i`m fitting a FMIC in a few weeks time cus i`m going forged in the winter. I think STI 8 top mounts are good for 350+, your personal choice i guess
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Old May 27, 2007 | 05:37 PM
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go for a front mount and done with it, or you mite do like others fit a diffrent top mount them a few weeks later want a front mount, you will get more gains with front mount
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Old May 27, 2007 | 05:40 PM
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Got a deal going on front mounts in group buys hybrid gt spec only need 4 more for deal to go ahead in stock ready to go
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Old May 27, 2007 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan 2
Depends on what power your aiming for matey.

I've just fitted a Hyperflow TMIC and it's a straight fit too
Can I ask on what car please mate? How are you finding it also, thinking of ordering a Hyperflow TMIC within the next few weeks.
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Old May 27, 2007 | 10:39 PM
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Can I ask on what car please mate? How are you finding it also, thinking of ordering a Hyperflow TMIC within the next few weeks.
my99 UK Turbo mate, the cars just out the garage so i haven't driven it yet, waiting for a date to get it mapped Nice piece of kit though.
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Old May 28, 2007 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Dan 2
my99 UK Turbo mate, the cars just out the garage so i haven't driven it yet, waiting for a date to get it mapped Nice piece of kit though.
Thanks. Could you possibly keep me updated, would be very much appreciated.
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Old May 28, 2007 | 05:11 PM
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Will do
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Old May 28, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan 2
Will do
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