Engine

Tired of that ugly OEM hood prop blocking your view of that beautiful boxer engine? Always wanted to open your hood with just a couple fingers? Annoyed that the hood prop is always in your way while you’re working in your engine bay? GrimmSpeed to the rescue. With meticulous design and quality materials, this kit delivers in a big way. We hate to use the "P" word, but designing this kit to be perfectly balanced was a requirement. Lift the hood halfway and you'll find a generous neutral zone. Leave your hood here for a sleek look at that local car show. Alternatively, a flick of the wrist is all that's required to coax your hood into its fully opened position. To close, simply hold the hood below its neutral zone and let go. No need to risk scratches or deformation by pushing your hood closed.

Design
We began by mapping the hood and engine bay for a number of test vehicles in 3D CAD. From there, a lifting linkage was designed, analyzed, prototyped and tested. Our in-house 3D printer facilitated a fast, efficient design cycle and we were able to move into production using some of the worlds most advanced CNC machining equipment. What that means for you is a system that will fit and operate correctly, every single time, for years to come. The fender ball studs were also designed specifically for the application, to adapt our high-quality, American Made struts to the metric threads found on your Subaru. What about those struts, you ask? They're beefy. Custom built to our exacting specifications, these struts feature a large diameter body that provides excellent opening force without sacrificing smoothness and control.

Materials
With the use and exposure that a hood strut kit will see on a regular basis, material selection and finishing options are critically important. All brackets are machined from locally sourced 6061 Aluminum. After an initial quality inspection, each part is anodized with a sleek, black finish. The threaded ball studs are machined from Stainless Steel to ensure that no potentially corrosive material is being introduced to your vehicles chassis. The next key component is the struts themselves. More specifically, these are referred to as gas springs. Manufactured in the USA, these are of the highest quality and are used by OEMs around the world. These custom valved units (to perfectly match the weight of the WRX and STI hoods) are paired with black zinc hardware and a quick-release ball and socket. Last, but certainly not least, is the included hardware. All hardware is grade 8.8 or higher and black zinc coated for longevity.

Specifications

• Opens Hood 35% Higher Than OEM
• Better access and light for workingPerfect Hood Balance
• Struts are balanced for all GD chassis hoods
• Eliminates OEM Hood Prop
• No risk of hood falling, more access when wrenchingCNC Machined Brackets
• Machined for a perfect fitPremium Quality Struts
• Larger strut body for smoother operation, made in the USA!
• Durable Hard Anodized Finish
• Protects brackets from corrosion with an OEM finishFARO Arm Designed
•  Allows more precise design and a stronger, better fitting product

Genuine Subaru PCV Hose RH Cylinder Head to Pipe #11815AB400

Genuine Subaru Oil Pump 10mm #15010AA300

*If unsure please confirm with VIN*

• Prevents seizing and galling on all threaded fasteners.
• Prevents rust and corrosion during the life of the lubricant.
• Effective lubrication range -50°F to 2000°F.
• 360°F melting point.
• Metal Free

Koyorad OE Replacement Radiator 04-07 NA Liberty EJ25/EJ20 (BL)

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 OE Style Replacement Radiator for the 2008-12 XT Forester SH

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 OE Style Replacement Radiator for the 1997-02 GT Forester (SF)

Core Height (mm) 340
Core Width (mm) 686
Core Thickness (mm) 16

Automatic Option is only available in Adrad Brand

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Koyorad OE Style Radiator 2008-20 STI

Core Height (mm) 340
Core Width (mm) 686
Core Thickness (mm) 16
Inlet Diameter (mm) 40
Outlet Diameter (mm) 40
Breather Daimeter (mm) 8MM

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 OE Style Replacement Radiator for the 2003-07 Impreza WRX (Blob & Hawk Eye)

Core Height (mm) 340
Core Width (mm) 686
Core Thickness (mm) 25

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Comes with O'Ring Gasket

When developing the GC8 MY99 - MY00 Subaru WRX/STI Top Mounted Intercooler (TMIC), the goal was to make it the very best aftermarket top mounted intercooler of its kind!

 Details:

• Core Size: 490 x 175 x 90mm
• Stainless steel hose clamps
• Re-enforced silicon y-pipe and throttle coupler

Taking a fresh approach formed from years of motorsport and component design experience, Process West are proud to announce the new ‘Verticooler’ slant mount intercooler system of the G3 series (2008-2014) WRX. Designed and engineered with rapid air-charge cooling and flow-path efficiency as the key objectives, Verticooler is a revolutionary take on Subaru intercooler design that takes turbocharger cooling to a new and previously un-seen level, guaranteeing the best performance and improved engine durability.

The Verticooler combines the advantages of a large and free-flowing Process West core (400mm flow length, 205mm stack height, 120mm thick) with a design that mounts the new intercooler at a 15 degree, near vertical angle in the engine bay. Packaged with a new hood duct design that force-feeds external airflow straight onto the intercooler fins, there is now a highly efficient air exit path courtesy of the Verticooler mounting angle that flows all of this (now heated) air back down through the engine bay and out the underside of the car through the transmission tunnel for a shallow, cool, and low restriction exit-path. Compare then the near on 90 degree angle that the air must turn with the stock intercooler setup in place, and the advantages of the Process West Verticooler design become clear. 

Details:

• Core Size: 400 x 205 x 120mm
• Includes suitable Hood Splitter
• Reduces Heatsoak compared the factory Intercooler

Our new and highly anticipated ‘straight-fit’ Intercooler, the Processwest ‘Khanacooler’ is here now. Taking the technology used in our world-leading Verticooler system and integrating it into a conventional Top-Mount setup for ease of fitment and factory-style appearance, Khanacooler represents a fantastic first step into the world of Subaru modification.

Technical Specifications:

• High Flow Process West Bar and plate core measuring 347 x 225 x 100
• Compatible with factory charge pipe or can you add the Process West charge pipe
• Comes complete with under hood duct and engine pulley garnish

The good news is that for those of you that value a clean looking engine bay the Processwest Khanacooler works with the factory duct which means you don’t need to add any unsightly parts to the engine bay to have the whole system working clean and cool.

Details:

• Core Size: 347 x 225 x 100mm
• Factory-style appearance
• Hood Splitter included
• Comes with all necessary components to install
• Available in Black or Silver

The new Process West Front Mount Intercooler Kit for the 2015+ Subaru VA WRX allows for superior air intake cooling. This is achieved by using light-weight CNC mandrel bent aluminuim intercooler piping and a large 685 x 275 x 85mm bar & plate intercooler core. 

The beautiful thing about this front mount kit is that there is no cutting required in order to fit and install, and everything you need to complete install is included in the kit - i.e. hose clamps, intercooler brackets etc.

 Comes with a choice of a black powdercoat or silver finish.

Details:

• Core Size: 685 x 275 x 85mm
• Light weight CNC mandrel bent aluminium intercooler piping
• Hi flowing cast intercooler end tanks for maximum flow distribution across the intercooler core
• Stainless steel hose clamps
• Fits with zero cutting
• Intercooler core available in polished or black powder coated finish

Taking a fresh approach formed from years of motorsport and component design experience, Process West are proud to announce the 'Verti-Cooler' slant mount intercooler system.

Designed and engineered with rapid air-charge cooling and flow-path efficiency as the key objectives, Verti-Cooler is a revolutionary take on Subaru intercooler design that takes turbocharger cooling to a new and previously un-seen level, guaranteeing the best performance and improved engine durability.