Do NOT BUY FMS TMIC

I bought a FMS TMIC from josh at import image. He said it would be a perfect fit. It fit like ****, had to re-tap the turbo coupling because the thread was to small, also now that I put about 2000 miles on the car the hood dampener is cutting into the inlet turbo hose going into the intercooler, the hood dampener rubs on the intercooler at higher rpms. When I called Billy and Josh they pretty much told me tuff **** and said the part is used an that a idiot for buying it anyways. I wish I would have bought a Process West intercooler

 

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you should've bought a fmic.

 

Process west would have been worlds better. but not fmic good.

 

I bought first batch right after they came out and core was a crap but after I got a replacement core it works great (3k miles). I never had fitment issues the only problem was the BOV flange on the core but I used studs and lot's of silicone gasket maker to make it seal. I don't have any more boost leaks or any noises like some other people have. I do agree that the core is bad but the kit fit's just like PW. If you could make BOV to seal you should not have problems with it.

 

I'll take pictures.... The hood dampener was cutting into the hose..... Luckily I popped the hood because someone wanted to see the turbo inlet... Cut through the first layer, had to use a metal grinder and cut through about 3/4 of a inch off the hood dampener. And it's still cutting into the hose at this point I'm upset because there's no support behind the issue. And nuke!! I'm going front mount soon as I build my block and get my 20g!!!

 

You must have installed it wrong. I installed two of them and haven't had any fitment issues.

 

And surelyoldman well all I can say is I took the advice of the person I bought the kit from. That's why I was surprised at the build quality. He said the issues had been resolved ****ty deal I guess

 

Mine fit ok, had to do a tiny bit of modding for it to fit. But now it fits perfect. Had to tap And helicoil the bov flange.

 

Stark watch out I thought mine it great also but after a while the new hood dampener started to cut in one of the hoses. Yea I guess I'm going against the grain but the only reason I got was because of recommendation from importimageracing.com but what ever win some and lose some I'm just trying to warn other people that's all.

 

True they are knock off brand and you pay for what you get but I have not heard too many fitment problems from other people just the crappy core. I had problem with my first unit and Importimage sent me a replacement core for a fraction of price. It's just like FMS FMIC it takes a lot of work and trimming to fit but it works and people will tell you it fits. Same here it fits but needs some work. I don't think blaming Importimage is necessary in this case.

 

When he won't send me a new hood dampener it is.

 

My problem with this thread.

1. You picked a cheap TMIC. Your beef is with the manufacturer. Why are you dragging IIR in the mud. Guess what, buy a better TMIC from the same vendor and have no issues. The problem here has nothing to do with IIR.

2. Oh, not sure if people know this... but this dudes a vendor. He was trolling me last night trying to get dirt on IIR. He was sending me PM's from two different accounts. ...... so you are trying to mess with the IIR reputation and then swoop in with your vendor account so everyone buys from you!


Weak/shady/dishonest .... pick one they all work.


Make your thread about your crappy part. Don't use it as a tool to trash IIR. IIR is one of the few vendors that supports MNSUBARU! Do you donate money for club fees or club events?

I will always buy from Josh before anyone else. He has the best prices and his customer service rocks.

 

I agree that Josh seems like a nice guy and has very low prices. He is also good about responding to pricing questions very quickly via email. But he is essentially the "manufacturer" for the knock of stuff (including FMS, IPR, etc.). He sources this knock off stuff and then sells it. Some of the quality is pretty sketchy. But the prices are low so people buy it. The margins are good so if he gets a complaint he usually just swaps it out.

If you know what you're getting into, then the questionable quality is usually something you can deal with. Most of it isn't a complete no go. A little DIY and it usually can be made to work. For example, the TMIC's have aluminum end tanks and the threads strip like butter. Josh claims they are supposed to have heli coils but I've yet to see it. Not hard to add yourself but a quality product and you wouldn't have to. Same with the FMIC. Get out the drill/grinder for the install. Could easily be fixed with a redesign but it doesn't seem like it will happen.

I've also had issues with errors on the IIR site and getting incorrect product. Josh has been very good at making things right (replacement) but the hassle and cost of shipping things back isn't much fun. I do like IIR and I do buy many things there. But I don't quite hang on Josh's every word like Derek. If you know what you're getting into then I have no qualms about recommending these products but the item in question I don't have any direct experience with.

 

I have a process west intercooler that I bought through Josh at IIR. Arrived quickly and fit flawlessly, and even came with a splitter. Try and not blame Josh because he gave you what you wanted.

 

Who cares if I have a vendor account? That's not the point, point is he won't swap my **** out

 

Haven't had the chance to donate ofspunk

 

Fine your right my beef is with FMS it ****ing sucks it's not with iir

 

This thread needs to be closed before it gets out of control.

 

Yea I agree please close the thread it's getting out of hand I just meant to vent

 

Ohhh ok you want me to take pictures of the ****ty FITMENT?

 

Happy to. This D-bag just PM'd me "Your Dumb" ..... LOL

Next time, here is a tip.

"You're Dumb" would mean "You Are Dumb" ..... English, it is awesome.

 

What? I didn't even post any other ****? You want dirt I can give you dirt ? And I have emails to prove it so what's your point?

 

Ooo wow I didn't use a proper spelling of something wow! Did your mom help you find that error ?

 

Keep going dude. I am sure EVERYONE will want to buy their parts from you now. You seem so honest.

 

And that is how you handle it ladies and gentlemen!

 

The only thing I'm sorry about is well nothing! I don't give a **** of about of spunk or what ever that idiots real name is I don't care about what you think readymix, have a pink unicorn for your Avatar well I'm not even going to comment on it. In no way did I mis represent my self in any way shape or or form. So F u c k you readymix have a good day!

 

Your are like a bunch of women bitching and starting drama for no reason!

 

Your right vendors are professionals who should work hand in hand. Like I sent you in the Pm he's screwed me over for the last time. First time it cost me 'money because he mis-quoted a clutch. He not only misquoted by a few dollars it off by around 250 bucks and I even sent him the part number for the qoute. I said what i am sposed to tell my customer you gave me the wrong price! He said I dont care what you tell him. Second ordered a FMS KIT shipped it to NY missing parts have to fight with him for the whole day to send out two couplers an email him **** tons of pictures. Second I order the coil overs for Kova0000, billy tells me he's gonna keep me updates because there's a 3 week wait. And kova0000 needs to get his car in shop asap and Needs to Schedule accordingly. Doesn't do that either, the coil overs just show up at the shop with out warning. So yea as far as you know josh for long time of course gonna be nice to you, you buy **** from him, he's been nothing but a ****ty supplier for me tho MY PERSONAL experience. If anyone I mean anyone wants copy's of emails go PM ME.

 

Well he egged me on plus there's tons of other Subaru forums out there. Everyone gangs up on me it's natural to defend your self. I'm not gonna get bullied into a corner. They can do what ever they want. It's no loss to me. I do this to help other people out there's virtually no margin for me I sell parts to help other members out so ban me don't care one less thing for me to do.

 

This has obviously been handled extremely poorly by the OP and will likely result in a ban but I wanted t clarify one thing.

FMS and IPR and possibly other "brands" are all IIR "house" brands that he sources from overseas. Other places that sell the same items (sometimes under different names) are all getting them from IIR.

 

Oh dear,
I'll buy a oneway ticket to popcornopolis, please.