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Old 04-09-2010, 01:38 PM
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Hi all,

It's been asked before in various threads, but I can't seem to find the info I'm after when doing a search.

So, what I want to know is, how does the Spec C TMIC compare to the 08 STi one?

If the 08 STi TMIC is better, will an 08 STi TMIC fit a GD pretty easily (assuming the clutch cylinder change and correct brackets installed)?

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08 STi GRB TMIC is bigger than the GDB Spec C TMIC and still has that divided top tank setup.

Yes a 08 STI tmic will fit in a GDB engine bay.
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~4% more volume on the 08. No Sti wording sprayed on, so street cred is down 50%.

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Fantastic comparison!

I need the extra volume as I'm running a TD06. Looking at making 330-340 at the hubs on TMIC, with massive response.
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Joe,

I thought that surface area would be a more important criteria for cooling? And that a larger volume would decrease the responsivenes...

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As above. Go for the biggest surface area one that will fit, check the fit and sealing between the air intake and TMIC -and get the STi wording.
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Joe,

I thought that surface area would be a more important criteria for cooling? And that a larger volume would decrease the responsivenes...

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Absolutely, but volume comes into play when you're running 24 psi as I am..

The fact that the volume is slightly larger (and the surface area is bigger), means that the slight difference in response between the bigger 08 STi and the Spec C (negligible), will be worth the extra capacity.
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don't go for surface area, you can only get so much air through the scoop, go for depth.
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tube and fin for efficency and surface area.

bar and plate for heat soak and depth instead.

stick to the 08 cooler joe, you wont be disapointed.
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Thanks Stace.. thats my plan

Just trying to source one now!
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