VW Jetta/ Golf MK7 GLI/ GTI FMIC Intercooler - ARM Motorsports

Name: VW Jetta/ Golf MK7 GLI/ GTI FMIC Intercooler - ARM Motorsports
Brand: ARM Motorsports
SKU: MK7FMIC1
Price: 937.0 NZD
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HIGHLIGHTS

• Gain up to 24whp/26wtq

• 74% Increase in Cooling Efficiency
• True Front Mount Design

PROFILE

The ARM MK7 GLI FMIC gives your GLI up to 24whp and 26wtq by reducing intake air temperatures by 74%, making it one of the best upgrades you can do for your MK7 GLI. The ARM MK7 FMIC is so efficient that it outperforms stock-location intercoolers that are almost twice it's size! "How?" you may ask.

The ARM MK7 GLI FMIC positions the intercooler in front of your radiator stack, the most efficient position to cool your Gen 3 EA888. This is where the intercooler can utilize the ambient air where it is coolest, before it passes through your other radiators and temperatures increase.

BETTER, NOT JUST BIGGER

Contrary to popular belief, bigger is not better, at least when it comes to intercoolers for the MQB platorm. The purpose of an intercooler is to keep intake air temperatures cool, not to be huge. The bigger an intercooler is, the more charge-air is required to fill it up, and therefore more of a potential for pressure drop, power loss and turbo lag. In an ideal world, the best solution would be to not need an intercooler at all and have cool charge-air run straight from the turbo to the intake manifold. However, the charge-air coming from the turbo isn't cool, in fact it's quite hot, and too much heat will decrease power on your MK7.

WHY YOUR MK7 NEEDS AN INTERCOOLER UPGRADE

When you increase the power on your MK7 with a tune, you are increasing the boost pressure by asking the turbocharger to spin faster for a longer period of time. The faster and longer your turbo spins to build boost, the higher the temperature your charged-air will become. When the ECU detects that the intake air temperature (IAT) becomes too high, it will reduce timing and limit the amount of power your engine can produce in order to avoid damage.

An intercooler upgrade is so essential for the MQB platform, that most tuners require an upgraded intercooler for flashing your MK7 with any tune above a basic stage 1 map. Since we need an intercooler to make the power we want and keep our MK7 running efficiently, the best solution is to have an intercooler that is as small as possible while still keeping intake air temperatures (IAT) low. This is exactly what the ARM MK7 FMIC Kit does.

LOWER IAT'S

At only 644 cu. in., the ARM MK7 GTI FMIC kept our project MK7 GTI's IAT's to a cool 16 degrees above ambient temperatures during a 2nd - 5th gear pull, on an average 70 day. Compared to the drastic 61 degree increase we recorded with the OEM intercooler on only a slightly warmer 79 degree day.

CONSTRUCTION

The heart of the ARM MK7 GLI FMIC is it's efficient bar and plate intercooler core measuring 22 x 9 x 3.25 inches. Making the total intercooler volume 644 cubic inches. With the OEM intercooler coming in at 493 cubic inches, the ARM MK7 FMIC is only 28% larger than the OEM unit but rated at 700HP efficiency.

Combine the efficient positioning of the intercooler with our ultra-dense fin packs with a fin-density of 20 fins per inch, and you have the ARM MK7 FMIC kit which is rated to handle up to 700hp, making it capable of supporting some of the most demanding builds.

INSTALLATION

The ARM MK7 GLI FMIC is one of the easiest intercooler upgrades to install for the MK7 GLI. Like every intercooler upgrade for the MK7 platform, it does require the removal of your front bumper, but unlike stock-location intercooler upgrades it does not require any disassembling of the radiator stack, or draining of the coolant. The ARM FMIC kit comes with MK7-specific mounting brackets to secure the FMIC without the need to cut or drill brackets into the crash bar. The full installation of the ARM MK7 FMIC only takes about 2-3 hours, even for the novice mechanic.

BI-COOLER UPGRADE

If you're running or plan on running an upgraded turbo on your MQB, you will want to opt for the ARM Bi-Cooler Hose Upgrade. The ARM Bi-Cooler Hose Upgrade allows you to utilize a stock location intercooler (OEM or upgraded) in conjunction with the ARM MK7 FMIC giving your MK7 improved cooling efficiency over the ARM MK7 FMIC alone. This is only recommended if you already have a turbo upgrade or plan on installing one in the near future as it can cause a slight pressure drop on the OEM IS20.

IN THE BOX

• ARM MK7 FMIC

• MK7 FMIC Piping

• MK7 Mounting Brackets

•Ambient Temperature Sensor Relocation

• Silicone Couplers and Clamps

• OEM Intercooler Block-Off Caps

FITMENT GUIDE

NOTE: DOES NOT FIT VEHICLES WITH ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) MOUNTED IN THE LOWER BUMPER. WILL FIT VEHICLES WITH ACC MOUNTED INTO VW EMBLEM.

YOU WILL NEED TO REMOVE THE LOWER CRASH BAR ON MK7 GLI TO ACHIEVE PROPER FITMENT.

Make	Model	Submodel	Engine
Volkswagen	Golf VII GTI	Hatchback	2.0T Gen3
Volkswagen	Golf VII GTI	Sportwagen	1.8T Gen3
Volkswagen	Jetta VII GLI	Sedan	2.0L Gen3
Volkswagen	Golf VII R	Hatchback	2.0T Gen3
Volkswagen	Golf VII TSI	Hatchback	1.4L

ARM MOTORSPORTS LIFETIME WARRANTY

Every ARM Motorsports product is backed by a lifetime warranty which is automatically issued at the time of purchase. Your warranty protects you against any defects in craftsmanship or fitment. The warranty entitles you to a replacement unit.

Handling

Orders shipped directly from our warehouse are usually processed the same business day if placed before 12 PM MST, and tracking details are provided within 1 business day.

For drop-shipped items, processing times may vary depending on the manufacturer, typically 3–5 business days. Tracking updates may take longer in such cases.

Expedited shipping applies only once the item is ready to ship.

Return

You have 30 days after receiving your order to request a return. Items must be unused, in original packaging, and include proof of purchase. Customers are responsible for covering the return shipping costs.

To start a return, email us at sales@palenonperformance.com. Returns sent without approval will not be accepted.

You can request a return directly from your account by selecting the return option on your order page. Here is the URL: https://shopify.com/55092379855/account/orders

Non-returnable items:

Burger Motorsports (BMS) products
Used items
Air Intakes
Hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases
Discounted items and gift cards other than "PALENON PERFORMANCE" brand

Exchanges

Return the item and place a new order once approved.

Refunds

Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method. A restocking fee is 20% will be applied. Processing time depends on your bank or payment provider. The original shipping cost will not be refunded.

Cancellations

Canceled orders are subject to a 5% merchant fee (8% for Shop Pay installments). Custom, specialized items or pre-order items canceled within their lead time are also subject to this fee. Will also incur a 10% restocking fee.

Damaged or incorrect items

Inspect your order upon arrival and contact us immediately for assistance. If the wrong part was ordered, customer covers return shipping.

Disputes / Chargebacks

Our legal team is fully prepared to take stringent action against you for filing a baseless claim and initiating a fraudulent chargeback. This will lead to civil or criminal proceedings, which would require you to engage with our attorneys in our jurisdiction.

It is crucial to understand that filing a false chargeback is a serious offense, punishable by substantial fines or imprisonment. Potential penalties for fraudulent chargebacks can include one to three years in prison and fines ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. We treat all chargebacks with the utmost seriousness, regardless of the amount, as this is classified as a felony.

We will compose all necessary information to send your account to a collections agency and request that you be served once our lawyers organize the evidence and file a case against you.

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