Anyone running HKS SSQV BOV(s)?

SAM@GTM · 04-27-2011, 03:35 PM

We are still supplying TiAl blow off valves with our Turbo Kits. TiAl ran into some production issues a month ago which made us look into a quick alternative. The Turbosmart is the same size and is very high quality.

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Originally Posted by Billy02987

I don't think the GTM kit comes with Tial anymore cause mine came with Turbosmart BOV's.

Billy02987 · 04-27-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SAM@GTM

We are still supplying TiAl blow off valves with our Turbo Kits. TiAl ran into some production issues a month ago which made us look into a quick alternative. The Turbosmart is the same size and is very high quality.

I appreciate the clearification. I appreciate even more that you guys made something else work to get my kit out on time. They quality of the turbosmart looks excellent. I'm more then happy with the quality. I'll be even happier when I get to see them in action lol.

98intrigue · 04-29-2011, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SAM@GTM

We are still supplying TiAl blow off valves with our Turbo Kits. TiAl ran into some production issues a month ago which made us look into a quick alternative. The Turbosmart is the same size and is very high quality.

Sam, what production issues did they have? My Tial Q BOV arrived in the mail about 2 weeks ago...hope I don't have any issues.

roplusbee · 04-29-2011, 01:27 PM

I didn't know that about HKS USA. I guess the safest move would be to go with the Tial BOVs and just deal with not having the "cool" BOV whistle. Thanks for your input guys.

toner123 · 04-29-2011, 02:18 PM

off topic but not only is HKS usa shutting down, so is frigging Blitz usa or they already did close down. Sam needs to learn jap now lol. Probably going to be harder to get customer support to.

Nixlimited · 04-29-2011, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by roplusbee

I didn't know that about HKS USA. I guess the safest move would be to go with the Tial BOVs and just deal with not having the "cool" BOV whistle. Thanks for your input guys.

I had Tial BOVs on my STi and didn't like them from a sound or performance standpoint. I found that they are a bit more race oriented and not as street friendly. I had a modified Perrin BOV that I loved. I think these days I would look into the Synapse one.

roplusbee · 04-29-2011, 02:32 PM

I ran a quick search and there are forum posts dating back to DEC 2009 discussing Blitz USA's closure and limited availability of parts. Of course you could still buy parts from their JP branch, but that would cost significantly more money. Looks like we will have to depend on the US brands more and more as time goes on. The positive takeout on this note is that the US brands such as Borla, Magnaflow, Tial, Exedy, and such have stepped up there game and are offering quality parts for our application.

Not sure I would take an Exedy twin plate over an OS Giken, but that may be because I am biased....lol.

JB-370z · 04-30-2011, 03:09 PM

Yes, JDM is going away.

kkruel55 · 04-30-2011, 08:08 PM

Just googled difference between BOV and wastegate... I am such a noob >.<

JB-370z · 05-03-2011, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by kkruel55

Just googled difference between BOV and wastegate... I am such a noob >.<

At this point I would not put anything but an HKS BOV on my car. Simply because they sound so good. I need to search a few JDM sites and find the inserts that you can add to make the BOV sound different. Soon I will have my HKS BOV's relocated underneath my hood and I will take a few pics and maybe a video to go with it.

kkruel55 · 05-04-2011, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

At this point I would not put anything but an HKS BOV on my car. Simply because they sound so good. I need to search a few JDM sites and find the inserts that you can add to make the BOV sound different. Soon I will have my HKS BOV's relocated underneath my hood and I will take a few pics and maybe a video to go with it.

No need for a video, I will demand a ride in it!

roplusbee · 05-05-2011, 07:40 AM

The SSQV does have an awesome sound, epsecially if you have the gold fins installed. It gives a slightly higher pitched sound than the silver one. the purple one with the circle in the middle is a bit more mild in terms of volume, but I think it gives a subtle screech. Not sure if I like it though. Someone already took the time to give a quick demo of the different fittings on Youtube. Vid below........

toner123 · 05-05-2011, 06:42 PM

stupid question but can we put the hks bov on the gtm stg 2 set up? reason for asking because the ones that come in the kit are a little quite and one day might like the boost in sound.

JB-370z · 05-05-2011, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by toner123

stupid question but can we put the hks bov on the gtm stg 2 set up? reason for asking because the ones that come in the kit are a little quite and one day might like the boost in sound.

No the flanges are not the same. I had my pipes custom built with the proper flanges to accept the HKS product. Absolutely nothing wrong with the Tail Brand at all, does the job very well and its made in the USA. But for my taste, nothing comes even close to the beautiful sound of an HKS BOV. I still smile really big every time I hear a full boost release. Boost is what dreams are made of

toner123 · 05-05-2011, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JB-370z

No the flanges are not the same. I had my pipes custom built with the proper flanges to accept the HKS product. Absolutely nothing wrong with the Tail Brand at all, does the job very well and its made in the USA. But for my taste, nothing comes even close to the beautiful sound of an HKS BOV. I still smile really big every time I hear a full boost release. Boost is what dreams are made of

I wonder if you can just make a adapter and not have to remanufactor the entire pipe

04-29-2011, 01:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 24	I didn't know that about HKS USA. I guess the safest move would be to go with the Tial BOVs and just deal with not having the "cool" BOV whistle. Thanks for your input guys. __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

04-29-2011, 02:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 24	I ran a quick search and there are forum posts dating back to DEC 2009 discussing Blitz USA's closure and limited availability of parts. Of course you could still buy parts from their JP branch, but that would cost significantly more money. Looks like we will have to depend on the US brands more and more as time goes on. The positive takeout on this note is that the US brands such as Borla, Magnaflow, Tial, Exedy, and such have stepped up there game and are offering quality parts for our application. Not sure I would take an Exedy twin plate over an OS Giken, but that may be because I am biased....lol. __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

04-30-2011, 03:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 21	Yes, JDM is going away. __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

04-30-2011, 08:08 PM	#9 (permalink)
kkruel55 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 206 Drives: '10 370Z Black M6 Rep Power: 17	Just googled difference between BOV and wastegate... I am such a noob >.< __________________ 2010 Magnetic Black Coupe 6 speed-- Powerhouse Amuse//AP Racing//Volk Racing//Stillen//Tein//SPC//Hotchkis//INGS+1//MRWorks//Fast Intentions

05-05-2011, 07:40 AM	#12 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 24	The SSQV does have an awesome sound, epsecially if you have the gold fins installed. It gives a slightly higher pitched sound than the silver one. the purple one with the circle in the middle is a bit more mild in terms of volume, but I think it gives a subtle screech. Not sure if I like it though. Someone already took the time to give a quick demo of the different fittings on Youtube. Vid below........ __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

04-29-2011, 02:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
toner123 Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: chesapeake va Age: 41 Posts: 823 Drives: TT 370z Touring/SP Rep Power: 18	off topic but not only is HKS usa shutting down, so is frigging Blitz usa or they already did close down. Sam needs to learn jap now lol. Probably going to be harder to get customer support to.

05-05-2011, 06:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
toner123 Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: chesapeake va Age: 41 Posts: 823 Drives: TT 370z Touring/SP Rep Power: 18	stupid question but can we put the hks bov on the gtm stg 2 set up? reason for asking because the ones that come in the kit are a little quite and one day might like the boost in sound.

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