NICK DIBLASI / STEALTH-WRX's definitions

bov

Device that relieves pressure from a turbocharger when throttle is closed. Designed in 1960 for factory turbocharged vehicles. Blow Off Valve

Most turbo charger engines require a BOV to elimate compressor surge

by NICK DIBLASI / STEALTH-WRX January 2, 2005

TMIC

Top Mount Intercooler

The factory Subaru WRX STI uses a TMIC

by NICK DIBLASI / STEALTH-WRX January 2, 2005

FMIC

Front Mount Intercooler

That is a bar and plate FMIC.

by NICK DIBLASI / STEALTH-WRX January 2, 2005

Sata

Serial ata drive. A new format of connection drives on a computer. Transfer rates up to 150 MB/sec.

The Raptor Sata drive is 10,000 RPM

by NICK DIBLASI / STEALTH-WRX January 2, 2005