Boomba Racing

Boomba Racing's product lineup is focused on turbo and drivetrain enhancements for popular enthusiast platforms. Their blow off valves are their most recognized product, particularly in the Ford Focus ST and Focus RS communities where the Boomba BOV became a go-to choice for drivers who wanted the aggressive turbo pssh sound without paying premium Turbosmart or Tial prices. Their short throw shifters are popular on the Subaru WRX and Volkswagen GTI platforms for the precision CNC machining and noticeable reduction in shift throw. Their throttle body and intake manifold spacers have been dyno-tested on the Focus ST, showing meaningful mid-range torque gains when both spacers are used together.

Everything Boomba Racing produces is made in-house in Wood Dale, Illinois from CNC-machined billet aluminum or black oxide billet steel depending on the application. The anodized finish comes in multiple colors on applicable products. Owner reviews consistently highlight the build quality and fitment as key reasons they recommend Boomba over cheaper alternatives, with installations typically described as straightforward bolt-on procedures.

Frequently asked questions

What products does Boomba Racing make?
Boomba Racing makes blow off valves (BOV), short throw shifters, throttle body spacers, intake manifold spacers, diverter valves, boost reference adapters, and various CNC-machined performance accessories. Their catalog is most comprehensive for Ford EcoBoost platforms (Focus ST, Focus RS, Mustang EcoBoost, Bronco), Subaru WRX, and Volkswagen GTI and Golf R.

Where is Boomba Racing made?
Boomba Racing products are manufactured in-house in Wood Dale, Illinois. They use CNC-machined billet aluminum and black oxide billet steel depending on the application and have been producing performance parts domestically since the early 2000s.

Is the Boomba Racing BOV good?
Yes for the intended purpose. The Boomba BOV is primarily chosen for the aggressive turbo blow-off sound it produces under boost -- a loud, atmospheric whoosh on throttle lift. Forum reviews on Focus ST, Focus RS, and WRX platforms consistently describe it as one of the best value BOVs for sound. One thing worth knowing: the atmospheric (vented to air) version on untuned cars can cause brief air-fuel ratio fluctuations immediately after the valve opens, as the ECU has accounted for the air that gets vented out. Most drivers on stock or lightly modded cars report this is not noticeable in normal driving. For tuned cars, this is a non-issue as the tune accounts for the BOV behavior.

Does the Boomba Racing throttle body spacer require a tune?
No. Boomba Racing specifically states that their throttle body spacer does not require a re-tune. It is designed as a bolt-on upgrade that adds volume to the intake plenum, which helps with cylinder filling at lower RPM, smooths throttle response, and on turbocharged applications helps build boost sooner. Boomba has published dyno results showing meaningful mid-range torque gains on the Focus ST, particularly when paired with their intake manifold spacer.

What vehicles does Boomba Racing make parts for?
Boomba Racing's catalog covers Subaru WRX (2015 to present), Ford Focus ST (2013 to 2018), Ford Focus RS (2016 to 2018), Ford Mustang EcoBoost (2015 to present), Ford Bronco (2021 to present), Volkswagen GTI (MK7 and MK8), Volkswagen Golf R, and select other platforms. Use the fitment selector to confirm availability for your specific year and model.

Does Boomba Racing make parts for the Subaru WRX?
Yes. Boomba Racing has a strong catalog for the 2015 to present Subaru WRX, including their short throw shifter which is one of the most popular WRX shifter upgrades in that generation. Owner reviews on WRX forums consistently cite the smooth, crisp shift feel and solid build quality as the main reasons to choose Boomba's shifter over competitors.