Process WestProcess West | Australian-Engineered Cooling & Induction Systems
World-class performance hardware, designed and hand-welded in Australia. At Chicane Australia, we provide specialised supply for Process West. Established in 2003, Process West has defined the standard for high-efficiency heat exchangers and induction components. We facilitate fast sourcing and reliable delivery across Australia for their flagship range of Verticoolers, intercooler kits, and CNC-machined intake manifolds.
The Process West Verticooler & Billet Advantage
Process West is celebrated for their Verticooler technology, which tilted the traditional Subaru top-mount design to a 15-degree vertical angle. This revolutionary approach provides a direct air exit path through the engine bay, virtually eliminating the "traffic jam" of hot air that causes heat soak in factory setups. For the high-power crowd, their Billet Intake Manifolds are engineered for up to 100psi of boost, featuring internal bell mouths and optimised plenum volumes that provide gains of over 10% in both torque and power across the rev range.
Our sourcing capabilities cover the flagship Process West performance range:
• Verticooler Intercooler Systems: The definitive top-mount upgrade for the WRX (VA) and Forester XT (SH/SJ), providing front-mount cooling efficiency with top-mount response.
• Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC) Kits: "No-cut" bar-and-plate systems designed for maximum airflow on the WRX (VB/VA) and Falcon (BA/BF/FG).
• Billet Intake Manifolds: High-end induction solutions for the STI (VA/GR/GV) and WRX (VB), including versions with additional port injection mounts for extreme fuelling needs.
• Cold Air Intakes: 72mm and 76mm "Big MAF" systems featuring K&N filtration and custom heat shields for Subaru and Toyota GR86 (ZN8) platforms.
Based on the Central Coast, NSW, we provide the technical expertise to ensure your Process West hardware is correctly matched to your power targets and chassis. We work closely with our supply network to ensure your authentic Australian-made hardware is sourced and despatched with professional care and speed.
Process West FAQ
What makes the Verticooler better than a standard top-mount?
Standard top-mounts suffer from heat soak because the air has no efficient way to escape after passing through the core. The Verticooler slant-mount design forces air through the intercooler and then straight out the underside of the car, keeping intake temperatures stable even during back-to-back track laps.
Do I need to cut my bumper to fit a Process West FMIC?
One of Process West’s core philosophies is "no-cut" fitment. Most of their Front Mount Intercooler kits, including those for the WRX (VB) and Falcon (FG), are designed to fit behind the factory bumper without any invasive trimming or modification to the vehicle's structure.
How quickly can you source Process West products?
We utilise a robust international and local supply network to provide the fastest possible turnaround. Most Verticoolers, intake manifolds, and intercooler kits are sourced and despatched within a short timeframe for delivery nationwide.
