{"product_id":"cobb-2016-subaru-wrx-sti-hard-pipe-kit-hot-side","title":"Cobb 2016+ Subaru WRX STi Hard Pipe Kit - Hot Side","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003eB716500-H\u003c\/span\u003e   |   \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700424674039\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCobb 2016-2021 Subaru WRX STI Hard Pipe Kit - Hot Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cobb 2016-2021 Subaru WRX STI Hard Pipe Kit - Hot Side replaces the factory plastic hot-side intercooler pipe with mandrel-bent aluminum tubing for unrestricted airflow from turbo to intercooler. This direct-fit upgrade reduces pressure loss and heat soak on VA-chassis STI models, delivering sharper throttle response and consistent power gains. 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