Nismo R-Tune Long Tube Intake
 

Installed the intake last weekend and it was simple and straightforward. There were several parts left out of the kit: four hose clamps, a 90 degree fitting, and an aluminum adapter for connecting the oem filler tube to the new reservoir. I rigged up a hose while I waited for the missing parts to be shipped which arrived today. Unfortunately the adapter for the filler neck doesn't fit - it's too small.

I have a '14 Nismo and some vendors list the kit for '09-11 and some list it for '09 and later. I checked online Nissan parts and the OEM filler neck is for '09 and later but apparently mine is different than the one the kit is designed for. Next week I plan on going to the dealer and comparing filler necks and check if the adapter will fit on an earlier model filler neck and if so, will the neck fit (or can be made to fit) in my '14. I have a couple more options in my head if this doesn't pan out.

As far as the intake I'm very pleased with the performance and sound. I have no other aftermarket intakes to compare it to and no dyno run is planned. So this is just a heads-up to any others who may purchase the Nismo R-Tune intake that you will have to make adaptations for the wiper reservoir.

Kit Contents
 

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Many have asked about the wiring for the washer. The kit comes with the required extensions but does require splicing the extensions into the existing wiring. If you screw up or want to revert the section of the harness modified is only about a foot long before a plug - should be able to purchase a replacement although I couldn't find the part in the online catalog. Perhaps it comes with the washer pump or level sensor.

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Changed my oil at the same time. Set the pan 1/8" to far to the left...

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This is how the washer adapter is suppose to fit:

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The missing pieces:

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The adapter doesn't fit the 2014 filler neck:

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Something I may try if a 2011 filler neck can't be made to work: I sourced a PVC pipe fitting with a threaded opening to screw the 90 degree fitting into. The neck fits well into the opening and with a bead of silicone adhesive caulk to seal could work, but seems kinda' ghetto to me, like duct tape and baling wire.

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I could use the supplied filler neck for the regular Z. It mounts on the opposite side (driver) from the bottle but with a couple of fittings and a long hose might work.

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The finished product:

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Dont forget to protect the AC lines if you have not done that already :tup:

These side shields direct air into the radiator by sealing the space between the bumper cover and frame at each side. I cut out the circular section in the center to allow airflow to the intake and filter and reinstalled the driver side, but the right side will need more work to fit around the new washer reservoir, hose, and wiring. I noticed at first drive after installation my oil temp was 25 degrees higher than with the shields intact and stock intake. I attribute this to some air that used to flow through the radiator now being diverted to the intake. It will be interesting to see after I further modify the right side shield and reinstall it whether the temp will decrease to previous levels or remain slightly elevated.

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The only thing coming close to the install is the power steering cooler lines. There is about 3/8" clearance between the bolt head mounting the new reservoir and the aluminum line. I have to remove the right side fender liner to finish the filler neck install and I'll double check for contact wear at that time. As long as there is no significant movement of the lines it should remain clear.

Update
 

Finally got around to dealing with the washer filler tube install. I purchased a filler tube for a base Z and had intended to cut off the lower half and merge it with the Nismo upper half but as it turns out I didn't need to. I simply installed the base Z filler tube and it fit with no clearance issues.

So if you have a Nismo Z you will need to purchase a filler tube for a base Z to replace the Nismo tube, otherwise the hose adapter will not fit as the ends that fit into the stock reservoirs are different.

I was thinking about getting this intake. Thanks for all the info!

Anyone know why this intake has those large silicone couplers? I it a vibration thing or does it have to do with air flow? I am debating between this intake and the stillen gen3. The Nismo is attractive to me because it is a little less popular and seems to tuck away nicely but i would change the silicone couplers to coloured ones, unless you guys think that would be bad?

Any thoughts?

Seven Nation the Nismo Shop have one on sale for $400. Jump on it man

http://www.thenismoshop.com/Nismo-JD...09_p_1275.html


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I had the Nismo intake on my 11 Nismo and liked it. I added Berk cats and Uprev tune and posted the results in here. Only issue was the wiper fluid reservoir empty light was on even when it was full. I followed the instructions on switching it over. With the intake and my mode I got 316 hp at the wheels.

My pleasure. :tiphat:

I tried rotating the pump and sensor 90 degrees and that helped lengthen the time it took for the light to come on. I read another thread with the identical problem and the guy rotated it until it was in a position to function properly so next time I have it up on stands I'll rotate it again until it works as intended.

I was lazy and just lived with it. But thats a good idea to rotate it around till it works properly. Other than that, a great OEM intake and no cutting on the front support needed unlike the Stillen intake. Only other issue was the oil lines for the Z1 oil cooler has to be moved a bit to make it all work as the intake tube down near the front and the oil lines was a tight fit. But it did work.

That's a pretty good deal from the nismo shop, has anyone here dealt with them before?

I am going to check my local Nissan dealer first though because $400 USD (+$70 ship)=$621 Canadian
From Z1 the list is $698 USD which is almost $1000 CAD!!! WITHOUT SHIPPING!

Yikes

They only have 1 at that price so check before you buy just in case it's scratch and dent or something


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I know I'm a little late here but I'm about to purchase this nismo cai, now did I just see a carb sticker there? Is this thing California legal and how's the system running after about a year after installation? Thanks in advance

If your looking for Carn legal you may want to consider the stillen gen 3 cold air intake system.

im also a little late here but....

was there ever an update done on this kit? Does it seem to be a high quality intake? Does this company have a good reputation? I have a 14 nismo and was looking for a CAI and was just wondering if this one is still missing parts or involves some do it yourself work or what the case may be? Also does the nismo require different intake kits then the standard 370? Any websites you could point me to that carry this intake? thanks everyone

Z1 Motorsports has the intake.

Also is this intake specific to the nismo or would it fit any 370z? Just wasn't sure if I needed to be looking for a nismo specific intake because maybe the engine was slightly different?

They are the same.

I posted this over in the tuning section but someone suggested I post it in the intake/exhaust section. Instead of starting a new thread, thought I'd just add to this one.

Looking to see if any Nismo owners have run on the dyno with just the Nismo intake and no other mods. My AFR's went super rich after 6K rpm. I'm seeing low 10's, even a few 9's using an OBD logger and mid 10's on a Dynojet with a tailpipe sniffer. Car is an G37 IPL. The tuner thinks the tube design may be messing with the MAF but it has the plastic venturi inserts which is supposed to "normalize" the flow for the MAF sensors compared to the stock airbox configuration.

My butt dyno said the throttle response improved and I have more low and midrange. Up top it seemed a wash but summer also kicked in with 100 degree day temps. Wheel spin is more of an issue than before. I made the mistake of not running the car on the dyno in stock form due to time constraints.

Just looking to see if a Nismo intake did this on anyone else's car or if something is amiss on mine. Here's the run.
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Who sell this intake?

No one sells it any longer. I believe it's been discontinued although replacement parts can be had through AEM.
Edit: If you can find one, you'll need a tune to get the best out of it. I had Seb at Specialty Z do the tune. Quite a large, and positive difference when all was said and done.

😤That suck.
If you know of anyone selling a mint condition one I'm interested in buying one. It suck that how all the good parts are discontinue so quickly, I just purchased my 2018 Nismo.

Search on Ebay. Sometimes they turn up as NOS (new old stock) that dealers have lying around.

I've try looking in ebay, but no luck finding one.
I guess I am out of luck