Product Description
Optimize engine bay cooling and shed front-end weight on your VA Generation Subaru WRX / STI with the VR-Style Real Carbon Fiber Reverse Scoop Hood. Specifically engineered for 2015–2021 models equipped with a Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC), this full-replacement bonnet trades the traditional top-mount intake scoop for a low-profile, reverse-cowl heat extractor with integrated side louvers to aggressively vent hot air out of your engine bay.
Product Features:
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FMIC-Optimized Reverse Extraction: Designed specifically for builds running a Front Mount Intercooler. The low-profile reverse scoop channels turbulent, super-heated air directly up and out from behind the radiator and turbo, reducing under-hood pressures and intake air temperatures.
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Authentic 3K Twill Carbon Fiber: Hand-crafted using genuine 3K 2x2 twill carbon fiber weave. Sealed in a deep, mirror-like UV-resistant high-gloss clear coat to prevent fading, yellowing, or clouding from engine heat and sun exposure.
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Integrated Heat Extraction Louvers: Features twin side ventilation gills along the power bulge to actively bleed out thermal buildup around the battery, fuse box, and manifold zones during intense track sessions.
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Significant Weight Reduction: Replacing the factory metal hood assembly with hand-laid carbon fiber sheds vital pounds off the nose of the car, lowering the center of gravity and improving front-end turn-in sharpness.
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Chassis-Matched VA Fitment: 3D scan-molded to align with the factory front bumper, fenders, and windshield cowl lines across all 2015–2021 Subaru WRX and STI models.
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Full Replacement Bonnet: Retains factory hinge mounting points and front latch interface. Like all high-performance lightweight carbon body panels, hood pins are strongly recommended for high-speed and track safety, and professional body-shop alignment is advised.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Material |
Real 3K 2x2 Twill Carbon Fiber |
| Finish |
High-Gloss Clear Coat (UV-Protected) |
| Placement |
Front Engine Hood (Full Replacement) |
| Design |
VR-Style Reverse Cowl Heat Extractor (FMIC Setup) |
| Compatibility |
Subaru WRX / WRX STI VA (2015-2021) |
FAQ:
Can I run this hood with a factory Top Mount Intercooler (TMIC)?
No. This hood is designed specifically for setups converted to a Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC). The reverse scoop extracts air rather than forcing fresh air down onto an engine-mounted top intercooler.
Are hood pins required for installation?
While the hood features an integrated metal latch mechanism compatible with the factory hood latch, aftermarket aero hood pins are strongly recommended on all lightweight composite hoods for high-speed track and highway safety.
Will my factory hood struts/dampers work with this hood?
Because carbon fiber is significantly lighter than the OEM metal hood, factory gas struts can apply too much upward force and cause composite panels to bow over time. We recommend using a manual prop rod or switching to light-duty, carbon-specific hood dampers.
