A_A_ron Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Does anyone know where the post about making the OEM TMIC bullet proof is? I remember seeing a pretty detailed post about I think epoxying the seams but I wanted to read through it before I dive in. I know I should but a new one but I don't have 1000 bucks lying around and I would rather not spend a few hundred on an OEM one. Thanks Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Does anyone know where the post about making the OEM TMIC bullet proof is? I remember seeing a pretty detailed post about I think epoxying the seams but I wanted to read through it before I dive in. I know I should but a new one but I don't have 1000 bucks lying around and I would rather not spend a few hundred on an OEM one. Thanks There is a cheap option on ebay I believe in the $250 range, well worth it. But if memory serves the bulletproof option was an aluminum channel that bolted all the way around the intercooler to plastic tank seam to keep it from being able to expand. It wouldn't be hard to replicate with some aluminum plate from home depot or lowes. https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/bulletproof-tmic-mod-lgt-08-wrx-158870.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gplus-For-Subaru-Impreza-WRX-2008-14-EJ25-Top-Mount-Intercooler-Upgrade-Bolt-On/163763713716?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item262113f6b4:g:HMYAAOSwR7tdHVIr&enc=AQAEAAACQBPxNw%2BVj6nta7CKEs3N0qXWhqz%2FP%2B2%2BWwQr1izXNGvvYPabjIG0FuHJM7xz5ehESX2TwtTNFlMzjrb4J2nNtifvBgMFjgejln%2BO4uaXV9TgLsT6Zpxj3tC18J6BfigFAO1%2Bn3SiKTyf9d1d7FeVccfXBP4K47BwKvf%2BULCwrWmY9TtzCpTU4ii9lL2ZfAcaCLO9t69DIyMx72jMm5QVxIK5kGeZILX2nfzlbZuc3OVzmOt6rb1sQSm7KevWuX5lWTK8ETirJI2XlsGrm3fQmtyHeTu6IrxjDVrrLLULcHTTLCj9X6oZCn48u78Kojm%2BJ%2Boi%2FKPm4HLxO8fkLxzMqgqjduoOLi3Lx749HlFf9fwYG2bZ2al3x6JiVymEnXYJeAMXi7tfEpNTl4d2w8lFIYkJweJ%2BXQlGapFbplgK%2BFIheJ4%2Bj9KFJ5LnBDfa48KVX4QH32hjam3P8qYYQC0J2z5Pxk5FSumjGc2%2FEebIvFJJwlovfAOyDTKv0Uqb7L35UqC5487MTpvRB1yWOvltXOCjoyT9ucWWEIsW5JjRx70A7FT3ABX4bEmb%2FgqS7B%2F0bPJRU5ZQWtIo0aCLXEZf1WdYFecLbkiuvCWbEt1KVLmeT5Tzi%2BxUfs5ckBdv6pRTg0md0seu%2FuPi9WkjYbqLK1zIeEcchEyWhPYeCuRH14MoKve0%2BU%2FFjbK5pcPUv3eAydrGVnQ0XIFnMPZX1K9YEDJ0c5137k4BHiYrtckEd6gUFNi3in7%2ByPJ0ozpimq9Ugg%3D%3D&checksum=163763713716cfab002626284ac1977f2e33b14ae5d1&enc=AQAEAAACQBPxNw%2BVj6nta7CKEs3N0qXWhqz%2FP%2B2%2BWwQr1izXNGvvYPabjIG0FuHJM7xz5ehESX2TwtTNFlMzjrb4J2nNtifvBgMFjgejln%2BO4uaXV9TgLsT6Zpxj3tC18J6BfigFAO1%2Bn3SiKTyf9d1d7FeVccfXBP4K47BwKvf%2BULCwrWmY9TtzCpTU4ii9lL2ZfAcaCLO9t69DIyMx72jMm5QVxIK5kGeZILX2nfzlbZuc3OVzmOt6rb1sQSm7KevWuX5lWTK8ETirJI2XlsGrm3fQmtyHeTu6IrxjDVrrLLULcHTTLCj9X6oZCn48u78Kojm%2BJ%2Boi%2FKPm4HLxO8fkLxzMqgqjduoOLi3Lx749HlFf9fwYG2bZ2al3x6JiVymEnXYJeAMXi7tfEpNTl4d2w8lFIYkJweJ%2BXQlGapFbplgK%2BFIheJ4%2Bj9KFJ5LnBDfa48KVX4QH32hjam3P8qYYQC0J2z5Pxk5FSumjGc2%2FEebIvFJJwlovfAOyDTKv0Uqb7L35UqC5487MTpvRB1yWOvltXOCjoyT9ucWWEIsW5JjRx70A7FT3ABX4bEmb%2FgqS7B%2F0bPJRU5ZQWtIo0aCLXEZf1WdYFecLbkiuvCWbEt1KVLmeT5Tzi%2BxUfs5ckBdv6pRTg0md0seu%2FuPi9WkjYbqLK1zIeEcchEyWhPYeCuRH14MoKve0%2BU%2FFjbK5pcPUv3eAydrGVnQ0XIFnMPZX1K9YEDJ0c5137k4BHiYrtckEd6gUFNi3in7%2ByPJ0ozpimq9Ugg%3D%3D&checksum=163763713716cfab002626284ac1977f2e33b14ae5d1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Impreza-WRX-2008-14-EJ25-Top-Mount-Intercooler-Upgrade-Bolt-On-Black/283636581665?_trkparms=aid%3D1110001%26algo%3DSPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20160323102634%26meid%3D5f9328eae46d440897b670e61e578fb3%26pid%3D100623%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D163763713716%26itm%3D283636581665%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2047675&_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A_ron Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share Posted October 15, 2019 There is a cheap option on ebay I believe in the $250 range, well worth it. But if memory serves the bulletproof option was an aluminum channel that bolted all the way around the intercooler to plastic tank seam to keep it from being able to expand. It wouldn't be hard to replicate with some aluminum plate from home depot or lowes. https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/bulletproof-tmic-mod-lgt-08-wrx-158870.html I think I'm going to have to epoxy it for this weekend but I will look into the ebay one. I can't help but feel like it's a Chinese knock off of the grimmspeed one. Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarang Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 It totally is - you get what you pay for. That said, it's probably better than stock and not likely to blow end tanks. Even if it just takes longer to heat soak because of increased volume, it's a compelling choice at that price. If you're interested, I have an old RacerX TMIC sitting in my closet that I'd send to you for cheap. I bought it from Rutchard a few years ago. It's well used, but functional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A_ron Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share Posted October 15, 2019 It totally is - you get what you pay for. That said, it's probably better than stock and not likely to blow end tanks. Even if it just takes longer to heat soak because of increased volume, it's a compelling choice at that price. If you're interested, I have an old RacerX TMIC sitting in my closet that I'd send to you for cheap. I bought it from Rutchard a few years ago. It's well used, but functional. You make a good point about it probably being better than stock especially given that it is cheaper than what Subaru parts department will sell you. Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 I JB welded my OEM intercooler with two coats all around the seams and it held 18psi fine. Cheapest option and it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A_ron Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share Posted October 15, 2019 I JB welded my OEM intercooler with two coats all around the seams and it held 18psi fine. Cheapest option and it works. Seems like the best bang for buck until I do the full charge pipe and intercooler upgrade. What JB weld did you use? Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Seems like the best bang for buck until I do the full charge pipe and intercooler upgrade. What JB weld did you use? The black JB weld which you have to mix 50/50 yourself is the only one you should ever really use. Needs 24-48 to fully cure but I just let it set overnight and it was fine. The quick set stuff will work too but it is weaker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A_ron Posted October 15, 2019 Author Share Posted October 15, 2019 I gotta have the intercooler off for a bit anyway to flush the heater core. I'll let it set overnight while I'm doing the flush and other junk. Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaboo Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 Ask about it on Nasioc, they love it over there! It was SeeeeYa I think. He used to sell kits fo it IIRC: https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/bulletproof-tmic-mod-lgt-08-wrx-158870.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outback2.5XT-05 Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 I bought this kit from ebay and it works great. I've had it installed for about 2 years and so far so good. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Subaru-LGT-WRX-FXT-The-Real-Bullet-Proof-Intercooler-TMIC-Upgrade-/332739044634 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I think I'm going to have to epoxy it for this weekend but I will look into the ebay one. I can't help but feel like it's a Chinese knock off of the grimmspeed one. I bought a very cool oil filler cap from Grimmspeed to spice up my engine bay a bit, great quality. As far as the part your looking at from them, I don't know the reliablility/quality of them. They seem like a good company though, as far as I can tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsebastian Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Impreza-WRX-2008-14-EJ25-Top-Mount-Intercooler-Upgrade-Bolt-On-Black/283636581665?_trkparms=aid%3D1110001%26algo%3DSPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20160323102634%26meid%3D5f9328eae46d440897b670e61e578fb3%26pid%3D100623%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D163763713716%26itm%3D283636581665%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2047675&_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1Can you confirm these fit our cars? I was under the impression we needed the 15+ wrx TMIC.... Sent from my Mi 9T Pro using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 Can you confirm these fit our cars? I was under the impression we needed the 15+ wrx TMIC.... Sent from my Mi 9T Pro using Tapatalk that link is dead, but here is the one you will need, yes it is 2015 wrx fitment. https://www.ebay.com/itm/REV9-Top-Mount-Intercooler-for-WRX-15-19-Forester-XT-CVT-14-18-Legacy-MT-10-12/163365037252?fits=Model%3AWRX%7CMake%3ASubaru&hash=item260950a4c4:g:enUAAOSwnWpb5jmE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsebastian Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 that link is dead, but here is the one you will need, yes it is 2015 wrx fitment. https://www.ebay.com/itm/REV9-Top-Mount-Intercooler-for-WRX-15-19-Forester-XT-CVT-14-18-Legacy-MT-10-12/163365037252?fits=Model%3AWRX%7CMake%3ASubaru&hash=item260950a4c4:g:enUAAOSwnWpb5jmECool, thanks....I liked the other price a bit better tho lol Does the stock charge pipe work with these? ...I've read the OEM is short, or is that just for the verticooler? Sent from my Mi 9T Pro using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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