I wish somebody would post dyno results before and after with just the addition of an upgraded TMIC... I can't find any.
Gains of 20 hp and 20 lb-ft or torque are expected by adding a TMIC to a stock motor.
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The stock ones fit, but they seem to encounter more fitment issues than the SU boost tubes do. It seems the trend to get the tubes when you get the intercooler.
Here's a picture of the stock tube that I reused. I wish I had ordered the SU Boost Tubes along with the SU TMIC. The stocker seems a bit stretched, but so far it's working. I'll eventually get around to installing new tubes and maybe the polished cold pipe. That would make the engine bay look better.
Hehe, I wanted black tubes, but all they had was red and blue, so I got blue. Beware, the back hose is a b**** to fit on, and it tends to not fit very well.
so for the people who actually have a tmic is it really worth it? do you actually feel like your being pinned to your seats? is it noticable?
Here's the pictures you asked for Papa, as you can see, it appears that the boost tube is a little too short due to the angle of the aftermarket IC. I think the issue could be resovled simply by making the bottom half of the tube longer - I don't know if this makes sense to you guys. I don't have any kinking lower down, but as you can see, the top of the tube doesn't look very secure and the clamp is a tad bit precarious. I don't have any leaks, but I'd prefer a better fitting tube anyway.
Also, after I got home driving for 1 - 2 hours, the IC was cold to the touch (wiggle)