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pswrx · 12-02-2005, 10:35 AM

Just wondering what brand you guys are using?

Is the a good deal at 500 or so brand new?
IT is an OBX
-Core dimensions: 20" wide, 9" tall, 2.5" thick
-Endtank to endtank: 30" wide
-Polished aluminum intercooler piping
-Oversized for maximum air flow
-Increase horsepower and torque
-Direct bolt-on
-Includes all necessary hardware
-Installation instructions included
-Requires short ram intake and removes standard fog lights
-Must weld own BOV flange if necessary
-Lifetime warranty from manufacturer defects

thanks

**TROLL** · 12-02-2005, 11:06 AM

not sure about that one but i think there are a few guys here ready to purchase the 'ebay' intercoolers.... they have top mounts and front mounts and are about $300 shipped for the top mount and $400 shipped for the front mount and include all necessary hardware for install. if you search on nasioc or clubwrx for them you'll read good things.
i talked to the guy who owns the company and if you buy 3 and have them all shipped together he'll knock the price down a little bit even... thats the way i'd go if i was in need.
bryan

eastsidesuby19 · 12-03-2005, 06:10 AM

Im Using the Turbo XS ver 2....a bit more money then a ebay fmic, buy at least you know what your getting for the money.

pswrx · 12-03-2005, 12:50 PM

this is my first trubo car. does obx suck as a brand. i am up for spending the money(with in limits) but that sounded like a good deal.

Silverfc88 · 12-03-2005, 01:06 PM

I would read around other subby forums and get more feedback about there intercooler kits. If other people have had good luck with it and made power and was fabricated well and fits with little to no problems. Then I say get it. I'm all about getting something cheap but works really well.

Don't forget the supporting mods that you will need for a FMIC.

D Money · 12-03-2005, 01:38 PM

I dunno they make other i/c which are much better for a couple hundred dollars extra. I can guarentee if you post that on the subuie forums, kids will talk ****. You got enought subie tuners on this forum wiht fully modded setups that you can ask, like me lol. But honestly dont do that setup, you will be pissed once you get it. pm me back so we can talk

Adam496 · 12-03-2005, 04:32 PM

I dont know if they are the same company, but obx makes a header for the 3g GS/RS. The product is crap and not worth it.

eastsidesuby19 · 12-03-2005, 10:57 PM

i dont know man....if i were you i would go with a product that people have delt with , and know more about then a product thats cheaper...and people know less about. But thats just my .02 i could be wrong they could make a great product, but to buy it and then find out rather then go with sumthing like txs,greddy, or APS and spend a little bit more money. I have the TXS version 2, and i can say personaly that it wasnt a bad install and never have had a problem with it..if that helps any.

D Money · 12-04-2005, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eastsidesuby19

i dont know man....if i were you i would go with a product that people have delt with , and know more about then a product thats cheaper...and people know less about. But thats just my .02 i could be wrong they could make a great product, but to buy it and then find out rather then go with sumthing like txs,greddy, or APS and spend a little bit more money. I have the TXS version 2, and i can say personaly that it wasnt a bad install and never have had a problem with it..if that helps any.

agreed! I have this same i/c...no problems.

D Money · 12-04-2005, 02:33 PM

I agree! I have this same i/c...no problems. Also I might sell it, take a look at my avatar for a pic, or pm me for more pics and price.

IMPREZvWRX · 12-04-2005, 03:31 PM

There are a lot of odds and ends needed to install a FMIC on a WRX that are probably not included with that kit. Fuel lines, PCV hoses, brackets, overflow tank, bumper beam, etc. All of this is included with the TXS kit. To make life easy for you or whoever will do the install, get a complete kit. I had a Hyperflow kit on my WRX and have installed a couple of TXS kits (same thing) on others' cars, and I highly recommend them.

eastsidesuby19 · 12-04-2005, 08:17 PM

I agree with imprezv...get a kit with all the componants, makes life alot easier.
Also check into Turbos xs TMIC, what turbo are you running? or planning on running?.

D Money · 12-04-2005, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eastsidesuby19

I agree with imprezv...get a kit with all the componants, makes life alot easier.
Also check into Turbos xs TMIC, what turbo are you running? or planning on running?.

Prolly the vf 34 like everyone else lol. Man the turbo is just so popular. Too bad im ditchin mine for the new momentum ej5-40t. Check the dyno plots vs the vf34 on nasioc. Its such a sick turbo, capable of 340whp w/ safe tune.

Chair-Force · 12-04-2005, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subwrxkid

Prolly the vf 34 like everyone else lol. Man the turbo is just so popular. Too bad im ditchin mine for the new momentum ej5-40t. Check the dyno plots vs the vf34 on nasioc. Its such a sick turbo, capable of 340whp w/ safe tune.

Does it come with a STi tranny or RA gears?

IMO, if he is running the stock turbo, getting a FMIC is pointless.
Take that $1200 and get a VF34 package.

D Money · 12-04-2005, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chair-Force

Does it come with a STi tranny or RA gears?

IMO, if he is running the stock turbo, getting a FMIC is pointless.
Take that $1200 and get a VF34 package.

Lol haha. Nah I have low miles, I also have the 03 trans which is revised. Ive been running the 34 for about a year now! No problems, plus I dont beat on the car, unless its for a race. I guess you can say the ra gears are on my chrismas list!

12-02-2005, 10:35 AM	#1
pswrx Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Levittown Member #355 iTrader: (0)	fmic Question for wrx owners Just wondering what brand you guys are using? Is the a good deal at 500 or so brand new? IT is an OBX -Core dimensions: 20" wide, 9" tall, 2.5" thick -Endtank to endtank: 30" wide -Polished aluminum intercooler piping -Oversized for maximum air flow -Increase horsepower and torque -Direct bolt-on -Includes all necessary hardware -Installation instructions included -Requires short ram intake and removes standard fog lights -Must weld own BOV flange if necessary -Lifetime warranty from manufacturer defects thanks

12-03-2005, 01:06 PM	#5
Silverfc88 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NorCal Member #126 My Ride: 88 RX7 TII, 2012 WRX hatch iTrader: (5)	I would read around other subby forums and get more feedback about there intercooler kits. If other people have had good luck with it and made power and was fabricated well and fits with little to no problems. Then I say get it. I'm all about getting something cheap but works really well. Don't forget the supporting mods that you will need for a FMIC. __________________ formerly 95nracer Instagram @Silverfc88 11.6@123mph Streetport 13bt, Haltech Sprint RE, FIC 1150cc + Delphi 1000cc injectors, Walbro 255, Borg Warner s360 .88, HKS mani, JGS 50mm, Greddy FMIC, HKS Twin Power, AEM water/meth inj

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12-03-2005, 06:10 AM	#3
eastsidesuby19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: L-town Member #808 My Ride: 2004 BMW M3 iTrader: (0)	Im Using the Turbo XS ver 2....a bit more money then a ebay fmic, buy at least you know what your getting for the money.

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pswrx Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Levittown Member #355 iTrader: (0)	this is my first trubo car. does obx suck as a brand. i am up for spending the money(with in limits) but that sounded like a good deal.

12-03-2005, 04:32 PM	#7
Adam496 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Northern Jersey Member #906 iTrader: (0)	I dont know if they are the same company, but obx makes a header for the 3g GS/RS. The product is crap and not worth it.

12-03-2005, 10:57 PM	#8
eastsidesuby19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: L-town Member #808 My Ride: 2004 BMW M3 iTrader: (0)	i dont know man....if i were you i would go with a product that people have delt with , and know more about then a product thats cheaper...and people know less about. But thats just my .02 i could be wrong they could make a great product, but to buy it and then find out rather then go with sumthing like txs,greddy, or APS and spend a little bit more money. I have the TXS version 2, and i can say personaly that it wasnt a bad install and never have had a problem with it..if that helps any.

12-04-2005, 03:31 PM	#11
IMPREZvWRX Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2005 Member #164 iTrader: (3)	There are a lot of odds and ends needed to install a FMIC on a WRX that are probably not included with that kit. Fuel lines, PCV hoses, brackets, overflow tank, bumper beam, etc. All of this is included with the TXS kit. To make life easy for you or whoever will do the install, get a complete kit. I had a Hyperflow kit on my WRX and have installed a couple of TXS kits (same thing) on others' cars, and I highly recommend them.

12-04-2005, 08:17 PM	#12
eastsidesuby19 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: L-town Member #808 My Ride: 2004 BMW M3 iTrader: (0)	I agree with imprezv...get a kit with all the componants, makes life alot easier. Also check into Turbos xs TMIC, what turbo are you running? or planning on running?.