FOCUS ST FMIC Install + Snorkel and Test Drive 

Dude honestly the best intercooler video on RU-vid for the focus st. I thought I watched them all until I double checked your channel. Very informative doing mine tomorrow thank you!

Always good stuff! cant wait to see whats coming!

Looks like a real quality piece, I’ve been debating between this and the depo and will be getting this now

Thanks for doing this video in such a detailed way. It came in very handy when I did my levels FMIC last week!

It was good meeting you two at HF. Nice install video, always liked the Levels FMIC.

Hey man, been a fan of the channel for awhile and recently got my own 2017 magnetic grey ST. Just wanted to say that your channel was a big help in making the choice to get an ST and your content is just fun to watch. Keep up the good work!

Nice. I ordered mine November 2016, got it April 2017. I'm currently full bolt on and stratified tuned. Never see more than a few degrees over ambient. If you don't mind the weight, that's a great intercooler

Great job! I have the same intercooler. It did take me a little longer but I did it myself. Not sure what I'm going to upgrade next...can't wait for the next video!

What a coincidence...my next to mods are going to be exactly this. Superb video, great content as always.

Appreciate the view of using ramps. All the videos I been seeing, people are using a lift. (Which I don't have) Its good to see more from the perspective of what I will have to go through when I do it lol.

Nice video! Motor mount is next for me and I am considering a shift plate which is supposed to shorten the throws. Just got some pilot super sports and they are amazing.

Move the battery to the trunk it will help the CG , you can use any battery you want and it will leave a huge area to run plumbing etc . A remote battery kit is about $30 to $60 .

Highly recommend a COBB access port you can monitor what is happening it is very useful

Great video! Could you guys list the tools needed? Getting ready to install Mountune MRX FMIC and want to make sure I have all necessary tools before I start. Thx

Wondering if there is a comparison, side by side, of stock vs this cooler with regards to oil and water temperature. What kind of results. I live in Florida so I am interested.

Very informative video thank you

What motor mount does he have? You said it was more solid than yours. What do you have vs what does he have? Thank you

when he said its 61 degrees and he's cold. XD

Those Rhino ramps don't rubb the front spoiler bumper as you go up and down?

Had the same issue of the active shutters not fitting after installing a Mishimoto FMIC , simply deleted it and no engine codes thrown up so far. Mishimoto Australia had no idea that there was an issue and advised to re-fit shutters after installing the intercooler.....!!!

what lights are those? been having a bitch of a time finding decent aftermarket headlight options and those look awesome

Hottest place on Earth is probably where I'm at... 166F in July!

isn't the hair spray to make the hose stick to the tubing once it drys use to do this on my atv handle bar grips.

E30/catlessDP will make it that much smoother

Can you put the link from where you bought the intercooler?

How does he keep that honeycomb grill so clean??

what size was that intercool? and by whom?

Dude if you don't already have the intercooler you need to get it I just started doing my channel now and I'm finally putting it blow off valve on and my exhaust I already have the intercooler intake which I'm going back to the regular box what the RS box on top I'm going to modify it I've been talking to Valley crew a little bit cuz I really never done a RU-vid channel but I've had my St now for 3 years and sadly have a lot of miles on it so I've been letting it sit all winter and I went way over my oil change and now I'm fighting carbon build up really bad on my intake valves so I have both catch cans now to install shift bushings shift cable bushings clutch spring from Steeda I mean I've got so much stuff I can't remember all them downpipe exhaust I'm going to try to video tape as much of it as I can and I'm in Ohio rep the Northeast yeah OH LOL...... but good video man there's really nobody out here I know too much I run into people at the track at test and tune once in a while that's it I really don't kick it with anyone too much I seen a guy St of Columbus and he's like the only person I've seen on RU-vid I think but yeah man good video sorry for the big comment

What is the name of the intercooler? Company or website? Also is there a better one out now? It's 2021

What to do to have this characteristic whistle releasing the gas pedal?

Can u run a Cobb stage 2 tune on a stock intercooler?

Probably gonna be picking up a 2017 ST2 in Kona Blue on Thursday if the deal goes right. It’s gonna be interesting because it’s my first manual, but I know it will be fun. And thanks to you, I know which mods I’m gonna do (Ford catback, Mountune motor mount, and high flow filter) so thanks!

Just a couple of pointers, 1. Never fit a dry o ring, as they can damage easy as when dry because they grip and can roll, you want them to slid in(red rubber grease) 2. If your hoses blow out and suck in, you need to get better reinforced hoses, silicone may look pretty, but proper hoses give better power, it is a bit like why you fit braided brake hoses.

15:57 Lmao "ughk we lost."

how long does it take to get a levels intercooler... LOL

Can you do some POV driving with your Focus ST and some fly bys of your exhaust?

Great video. I'm sure it'll help a lot of people. Two questions. Does Ford make an aftermarket front mount intercooler? And how do you think that would Fair in winter time as I live in Wisconsin

Good video man question on the ramps you guys what are they called and do they seem solid ???? Thanks

Awesome

I saw this video ordered the levels intercooler a couple years ago and it never showed 500 bucks gone

You upgraded the FMIC but neglected to upgrade the charge pipes? Scratches head.

That’s way to long to wait on an intercooler. I made a mistake purchasing this same intercooler.

Always curious to see if this is a modification worth doing. I have read both sides were people say you definitely should and others have said its not really needed. I could never do this myself though took me 3 hours yesterday just to get the turbosmart blow off valve on. lol Keep up the great work!

What rear motor mount does he have? I’m looking to get one and not sure what one to get.

Have you considered putting in the quaife lsd for your ST?

Did you guys use the stock clamps or did you upgrade to t bolts?

Tip: Buy T-bolts or vanjen clamps and don't even have a worry about hairspray ever again. These are what REAL race teams use.. lol. That should be the first mod to any Boosted vehicle. Worm gear clamps are trash.

I just got here, did you get any of those sponsers?

Great video! So he said he has the ford tune.. My question is does the tune need to be recalibrated after the intercooler or can I just pretty much get the ford racing tune and start adding bolt ons? Also does it maintain the power train warranty with the ford racing tune?

Too bad it weighs so much more ! What Intercooler is the best ? Anyone ?

So now that you have experienced a different rear motor mount CPE Stage flex 2, would you still go with Mountune Or the AJ has ? Your thoughts please. Thanks

Can you still daily a focus ST with an aftermarket intercooler

Those aggressive eyebrows after the mods. haha

You compare the OEM FMIC to Levels Performance then compare those two to Altitude Motorworks, there's no comparison. Altitude FMIC FTW!

Did u get guys get the engine light after scrapping/disconnecting the AGS/active grill shutter?

Hello what size are these exhaust tips?

So how much did the stock intercooler weigh?

Nice video! Lol you look so angry 😡

Ordered mine in September and still waiting 😭

Just want you (the OP), to understand that intercooler "do not add power", they just keep the stock power there when things heat up such as when temps go over 90°F or after a few mild pulls. Heat soak occurs, that saps power. That's where the intercooler upgrade comes in. Typical power losses in a heat soak is around 8-12 hp & similar tq losses. I also tell people of you want s high performance vehicle do not move to the Phoenix or Palm Springs area. The heat in those cities from late Apr to late Oct is 100-115°F which pushed DA (Density Altitude up towards 5000-6000 ft which will suck up 18-21% of your hp no matter the upgrades. It turns s stock ST's 6.4 sec 0-60 time into 8.2 seconds. When DA is 5300 ft or more it takes a full 2 to 2.2 seconds off 0-60 & 1/4 mi times. Ghats why the 1/4 tracks are closed all summer out there. Ans winter is more like a humid 88° degrees in S. Florida. At least slightly above 1200-1500 ft DA's. Also upgrade the radiator, its fans and a cooler engine temp thermostat in desert climates..

Dorks, seemed like you didn't know much about tools. But least you got it on

Is levels performance a good brand ?

what motor mount did he use?

Hope you tuned the car after this!

"Put the power down" #RGBism lol ...also where is that road?

Dang. 30lb intercooler.. I see people taking out all seats but drivers to lose 100lbs.

First!

Don't go under your car without safety glasses. 1 sliver of metal falls and you're fucked!

"2 girls install an intercooler"

Stop frowning so much

Nice black smoke at start up. That motor won't last long

Camera work is awful