This kit pairs a black 4.7 in thick bar-and-plate intercooler with a wrinkle black 2.5 in mandrel-bent aluminum cold side pipe and a 5-layer silicone hot side pipe for the FK8 Civic Type R. The core has 169% more volume and 189% more external fin surface area than stock, and cast aluminum end tanks replace the factory plastic tanks. On the stock tune it drops outlet air temperature by 50°F, with gains of up to 10 whp and 10 wtq.
Specifications
| Type | Intercooler and pipe kit |
| Core | Bar-and-plate, 4.7 in thick, cast aluminum end tanks; 169% more volume, 189% more external fin surface area than stock |
| Inlet / Outlet | 2.5 in inlet, 2.5 in outlet |
| Pipes | 2.5 in mandrel-bent aluminum cold side pipe; 5-layer heat-resistant silicone hot side pipe |
| Color | Black core, wrinkle black pipe |
| Gains | 50°F lower outlet air temperature on the stock tune; up to +10 whp / +10 wtq |
| What's in the Box |
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| Fitment Notes | 2017-2021 Civic Type R (FK8, K20C1 2.0L turbo) only. 27 in-lbs (3NM) recommended for all T-bolt and constant-tension T-bolt clamps. These clamps have an operating range of 18-35 in-lbs (2-4NM). Do not exceed the maximum torque rating of 35 in-lbs (4NM). |
| Install | Medium difficulty; clamp torque 27 in-lbs (3 Nm), do not exceed 35 in-lbs (4 Nm) |
| Emissions | Covered by CARB Executive Order D-759-12 for the 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R 2.0L turbo |
| Inlet | 2.5 in |
| Outlet | 2.5 in |
| Engine | K20C1 |
| Chassis Codes | FK8 |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty | Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Part Number | MMINT-CTR-17KBKWBK |
This part fits:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-2021 | Honda | Civic | Type R |
| 2021 | Honda | Civic | Type R Limited Edition |
Documents: Installation Instructions (PDF) | Engineering Report (PDF)
Does it fit the 2023 and newer Type R?
- No. This kit is for the 2017-2021 FK8 Civic Type R; the FL5 has its own kit.
How much cooler does it run?
- Outlet air temperature drops by 50°F on the stock tune.
Is it street legal in California?
- Yes. It is covered by CARB Executive Order D-759-12 for the 2017-2021 Civic Type R, and a CARB EO sticker is included.
What torque should the clamps get?
- 27 in-lbs (3 Nm), and no more than 35 in-lbs (4 Nm).
Is there a warranty?
- Yes, the Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty.
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