Most % power increase with n/a bolts

Chuck33079 · 09-06-2013, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Guys, answer OP's question and let THEM make the decision.

Ok, I'll re-do my post in percent to satisfy the OP's question.

Somewhere between a 10%-20% gain.

DEpointfive0 · 09-06-2013, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Ok, I'll re-do my post in percent to satisfy the OP's question.

Somewhere between a 10%-20% gain.

Lol!!!

I wasn't complaining to or about you!!!

Chuck33079 · 09-06-2013, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Lol!!!

I wasn't complaining to or about you!!!

I know. I'm just bored at work and hoping homie here comes up with some kind of explanation on how all of the dyno sheets we've seen here are wrong, and bolt ons don't make power.

Users here have posted their dyno sheets. Not manufacturers. I'm confused where the question is.

SouthArk370Z · 09-06-2013, 10:34 AM

Here's my two cents worth. May not be worth that much but that's what I'm charging.

1) Nissan is already getting just about as much out of the engine as can be done (without damaging itself). The days of major power gains with simple bolt-ons is over. If you want substantially more power, you need a turbo or supercharger.

2) Almost all after-market parts for the Z are expensive. Small market, lots of engineering required to improve on what the factory has done, &c.

3) Mods are not necessarily additive and can, in some cases, actually work against each other. Eg, if mod1 alone gives a 5 HP boost and mod2 gives 10, the two together probably won't give a 15 HP boost. You need to do a lot of research to make sure your mods play well with each other. You can't just throw the "best" components together and expect everything to work right.

That said, it's your car and money. If you like mods, go for it! Just don't be expecting much in the way of power gains without spending a lot of money.

Arrvaxx · 09-06-2013, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

Here's my two cents worth. May not be worth that much but that's what I'm charging.

1) Nissan is already getting just about as much out of the engine as can be done (without damaging itself). The days of major power gains with simple bolt-ons is over. If you want substantially more power, you need a turbo or supercharger.

2) Almost all after-market parts for the Z are expensive. Small market, lots of engineering required to improve on what the factory has done, &c.

3) Mods are not necessarily additive and can, in some cases, actually work against each other. Eg, if mod1 alone gives a 5 HP boost and mod2 gives 10, the two together probably won't give a 15 HP boost. You need to do a lot of research to make sure your mods play well with each other. You can't just throw the "best" components together and expect everything to work right.

That said, it's your car and money. If you like mods, go for it! Just don't be expecting much in the way of power gains without spending a lot of money.

Best hp per dollar...the the370z.com decal! I haven't dyno'd it yet but I am pretty sure that's what I feel in my *** now. That or it's gas.

Leuz · 09-06-2013, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

3) Mods are not necessarily additive and can, in some cases, actually work against each other. Eg, if mod1 alone gives a 5 HP boost and mod2 gives 10, the two together probably won't give a 15 HP boost. You need to do a lot of research to make sure your mods play well with each other. You can't just throw the "best" components together and expect everything to work right.

but I believe in this case the right tune makes the difference, of course if you are willing to take your risks with a car still under warranty.
The right tune coupled with CAI, LTH/TP/HFC, catback will give you good fun (and sound). No miracles unless TT or SC tho.

SouthArk370Z · 09-06-2013, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Leuz

but I believe in this case the right tune makes the difference, of course if you are willing to take your risks with a car still under warranty.
The right tune coupled with CAI, LTH/TP/HFC, catback will give you good fun (and sound). No miracles unless TT or SC tho.

Excellent point.

A good tune is a must-do to get the most out of any mods.

If I had a tuner anywhere nearby (difficult enough to find a good service department around here - forget anything "exotic" like tuning), I'd get my DD tuned just for the potential efficiency bump. Still considering a remote tune, but not high on my priority list at the moment.

09-06-2013, 10:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324199	Here's my two cents worth. May not be worth that much but that's what I'm charging. 1) Nissan is already getting just about as much out of the engine as can be done (without damaging itself). The days of major power gains with simple bolt-ons is over. If you want substantially more power, you need a turbo or supercharger. 2) Almost all after-market parts for the Z are expensive. Small market, lots of engineering required to improve on what the factory has done, &c. 3) Mods are not necessarily additive and can, in some cases, actually work against each other. Eg, if mod1 alone gives a 5 HP boost and mod2 gives 10, the two together probably won't give a 15 HP boost. You need to do a lot of research to make sure your mods play well with each other. You can't just throw the "best" components together and expect everything to work right. That said, it's your car and money. If you like mods, go for it! Just don't be expecting much in the way of power gains without spending a lot of money. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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