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Do they look the same otherwise? How do I tell the difference other than the weight?

I think that this is the answer then. In the long run it's probably worth the extra £££ for a FMIC. I'll save my pennies and go for a FMIC. The v5 STI top mount sounds like it could be a bit of hassle on a 97/98 car and if I need to upgrade to a FMIC in the future, the v5 TMIC is probably not a cost and time effective stop-gap. Shame my car is not a 99/00 model as things would have been a little easier for a v5 TMIC drop-in stop-gap. Squirrel says that I have a v4 car, so an alloy STI v4 TMIC should be a straight swap and a bit better than the steel one I have. It'll do for a cheap and easy stop gap - if I can get hold of one. Anyone got one lying in a box or garage somewhere? Thanks for the advice everybody . I'll save my pennies and do a bit of research into which FMIC will suit a 97/98 car, and also work well with a 2.5 lump with a bigger turbo - if I win the lottery (open to recommendations).

If I go for a cheap second hand TMIC then it'll maybe cost £100. I can live with that at the moment. I cant live with £400 or more.

I'd like to go for a 400+ at some point, but I think it is a long way down the road. A year or two at least. My wife is still recovering from shock about the last round of mods

I've use one of those Meercat Sportcats too. I think your figures should speak for themselves. What did AndyF say about it?

What's a mod??? 1 - 2 - 3 - Not done any and never will 1 - 2 - 3 - Done a couple but more in the pipeline 1 - IainC 2 -Double Zero 3 -Ac!D 4- MrBadger Going mod crazy at the mo, I can't help myself and the wife is going to kill me 1 - 2 - 3 - I'm nearly finished, only tweaks from this point on 1 - Playsatan2 2 - Frank C 3 - All done, this is just how I want it 1 - 2 - 3 - Got my eye on a bigger intercooler. In fact I got my eye on I don't know how many! I can't decide what I want. Other than that I've run out of money.

If it's a TMIC about 310-320bhp. I know AndyF runs a STI8 TMIC up above 450bhp and the Type25 runs at 410 with the same STI8 topmount. If I get an STIv5 TMIC I know it'll probably limit me to less than 350bhp safely. If it's FMIC about 310-320bhp in the short term, but more room for the future. It's going to take me a long time to save for a 400bhp+ 2.5L engine, bigger turbo and stronger box and injectors. Why do all the Subaru rally cars have FMIC's? I'm really confused as I can see good points in all intercoolers.

My car is a UK98 and it has the longer front bumper indicators rather than the squidgy fat ones of a 99/00. The coil pack is in the center and not to one side. I guess this means I'm going to have a nightmare! I reallly haven't got a clue - I think I made a decision and then I change it! Top mount, STIv5, STIv8 or FMIC? The turbo I use is a TD04 Hybrid. Where is the Squirrel when you need him!

I'm really pleased you made the jump and went to see Andy. You see what we were all talking about now? He is a wizard and we are not worthy! Well chosen parts mate and giving fantastic results. Surprised you posted already, as I thought you would be out spending V-power tokens. Enjoy it mate, but you'll have to watch ur speed now as it will quickly get to crazy levels. Any chance of a passenger ride sometime? Well done again.

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I'm looking for a bit of safety, not really that bothered about powergains. Wouldn't it need to be mapped again for Nanaki to see any power gains?

Anyone know how difficult fitting an STIv5 TMIC into a MY98UK car is?

GaryD come out of the closet! Love your sig mate..... Welsho really enjoy yourself. Your car will be transformed. Make sure you don't take too much caffeine, Red Bull or other stimulants. Believe me - You won't need them. Tell Andy from me.

Welsho. I would advise you purchase some http://www.mediquip.co.uk/shop/show.php?q=adult because one way or another you are going to need them. Either you won't want to get outa the car to go OR you'll mess yourself because of the performance. Good on ya mate. Sweet dreams.

Great to meet you Seafar and chat about our Wagons. The more I look into it, the more I think that I'm just going to try and get an STI v5 TMIC. The threads I'd looked at about STIv8 TMIC were here:- http://bbs.scoobynet.com/general-technical...ic-wrx-how.html http://bbs.scoobynet.com/projects-40/39009...ne-started.html It really does seem like too much hard work and I would be amply cooled on my little turbo. If I change to a 2.5 engine and a bigger turbo at a later date I'll prob go for a FMIC. Until then, I'll try and get a STIv5 TMIC. Seafar you don't want to swap TMIC's do you? lol

Anyone had any experience of fitting an STI v8 TMIC to a MY98? I've seen it can be done with a lot of extra work (post on SNet). I'm open to opinions before I dive in.

Duncan will look after you very well. Go with his advice, as he really knows his stuff. Duncan sorted the suspension out on my car, including 4 wheel alignment and it made a big difference. I haven't done my brakes yet, so will watch this thread carefully to see what people recommend.

I got so excited on the fumes of V-Power that I forgot to take a decent amount of photo's. I'm sure someone took some photos at Hillington? Great chatting to those I managed to get round. A few of us 'Wagoneers' got chatting and time flew past. I didn't manage to speak to as many peeps as I'd have liked. Was a good night - but I wanted to go for a big drive afterwards. Where did all the red cars go? Was mine the only one there? I'm sure there was another one at Hillington.

Looks like it is sped up in places. Stupid boys tho.

So what do you have to do to get a safe 400bhp through the gearbox on a classic?

Hi mate... Welcome.

Likewise - welcome and 'mon the Classics!

Looks a cracking example. Looks like it would be huge fun too. Enjoy!

Does she do an SIDC discount?

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/oxfordshire/6962448.stm I think he is going to get it good and proper!