Is it really worth putting a Cold Air Intake on 370z and what HP gains

brucelidat · 01-24-2012, 09:08 PM

Better, yes, but will there be anything tangible to me the driver with them or mainly on paper like a dyno? Are we looking at 3 whp, better engine response, improved fuel economy or something along those lines?

batman_4 · 01-24-2012, 10:50 PM

putting it in butt 'dyno terms' i did feel an increase in HP.

i have also been able to see the differences as i raced my buddys decked out GTI and now pull on him starting in 2nd and keep that distance between the two as opposed to pre-post MAF when we would stay even all the way up to 5th, no joke.

brucelidat · 01-24-2012, 11:01 PM

the post MAF was the only difference or was it coupled with other mods? Hmm, I think I should go check the DIY section for a post MAF write up and see how easy it is to install. I don't expect big gains, but if it feels better, maybe it can appease the mod bug.

batman_4 · 01-24-2012, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by brucelidat

the post MAF was the only difference or was it coupled with other mods? Hmm, I think I should go check the DIY section for a post MAF write up and see how easy it is to install. I don't expect big gains, but if it feels better, maybe it can appease the mod bug.

only other 'performance' mod is my invidia exhaust

brucelidat · 01-24-2012, 11:15 PM

i feel the exhaust is prob where most of the gains came from but still, the post MAF is a pretty inexpensive mod. I'll probably try them out.

brucelidat · 01-24-2012, 11:19 PM

I'm looking at the z1 ones. I assume they're all more or less the same as long as it's a reputable source? Anyone know if it comes with install instructions? I am not a mechanic by any means and like to have easy to follow instructions.

Z_ealot · 01-24-2012, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by sfearl1

this, except i went w/ the Cosworth filters (no oil)

http://www.cosworthusa.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=411

are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.

bigdog1250 · 01-24-2012, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Z_ealot

are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.

CBE is a much more expensive purchase, it shouldn't be one or the other. I'd definitely get on the wait list for a Fast Intentions exhaust. Takes about 2 months from when you order it, and you only need a $200 deposit. Best gaining AND sounding exhaust.

I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also

sfearl1 · 01-24-2012, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Z_ealot

are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.

yes, almost certain you can wash them. let me follow up on that for you though.

brucelidat · 01-25-2012, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdog1250

CBE is a much more expensive purchase, it shouldn't be one or the other. I'd definitely get on the wait list for a Fast Intentions exhaust. Takes about 2 months from when you order it, and you only need a $200 deposit. Best gaining AND sounding exhaust.

I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also

+1

They also have a new 3" one as well.

Z_ealot · 01-25-2012, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdog1250

CBE is a much more expensive purchase, it shouldn't be one or the other. I'd definitely get on the wait list for a Fast Intentions exhaust. Takes about 2 months from when you order it, and you only need a $200 deposit. Best gaining AND sounding exhaust.

I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also

i don't know about the sound on the FI CBE, but the exhaust i eventually wanted to go after later on down the road was the Powerhouse Amuse R1 titan exhaust, that thing sounds amazing and is light as hell to boot. from what i hear a gain of around 20whp can be had with the amuse exhaust, but it is pretty expensive.

batman_4 · 01-25-2012, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by brucelidat

i feel the exhaust is prob where most of the gains came from but still, the post MAF is a pretty inexpensive mod. I'll probably try them out.

i had raced him multiple times w/my exhaust already on...i would get him by no more than my front bumper being ahead of his front bumper by a foot. once i coupled the exhaust w/the post-MAF tubes i was able to pull on him

Skeeterbop · 01-25-2012, 10:16 AM

I have the Z1 post MAF tubes. They don't come with instructions but it is very self explanatory.

brucelidat · 01-25-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by batman_4

i had raced him multiple times w/my exhaust already on...i would get him by no more than my front bumper being ahead of his front bumper by a foot. once i coupled the exhaust w/the post-MAF tubes i was able to pull on him

Ok, i'm sold! Do you have the k&n drop-ins also?

sfearl1 · 01-25-2012, 10:40 AM

what about drop ins, post maf and test pipes/HFC as an econo-mod route... i imagine that combo frees up your bottlenecks on a budget

01-24-2012, 09:08 PM	#46 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 30	Better, yes, but will there be anything tangible to me the driver with them or mainly on paper like a dyno? Are we looking at 3 whp, better engine response, improved fuel economy or something along those lines? __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

01-24-2012, 10:50 PM	#47 (permalink)
batman_4 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: McAllen Tx. Posts: 1,038 Drives: '09 PW 370Z Rep Power: 367	putting it in butt 'dyno terms' i did feel an increase in HP. i have also been able to see the differences as i raced my buddys decked out GTI and now pull on him starting in 2nd and keep that distance between the two as opposed to pre-post MAF when we would stay even all the way up to 5th, no joke. __________________ '09 6spd. Touring: Eibach / SPC / Motordyne / Berk / Z1 / Oneighty / Mines / SSR / Stillen / CFE

01-24-2012, 11:01 PM	#48 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 30	the post MAF was the only difference or was it coupled with other mods? Hmm, I think I should go check the DIY section for a post MAF write up and see how easy it is to install. I don't expect big gains, but if it feels better, maybe it can appease the mod bug. __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

01-24-2012, 11:15 PM	#50 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 30	i feel the exhaust is prob where most of the gains came from but still, the post MAF is a pretty inexpensive mod. I'll probably try them out. __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

01-24-2012, 11:19 PM	#51 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 30	I'm looking at the z1 ones. I assume they're all more or less the same as long as it's a reputable source? Anyone know if it comes with install instructions? I am not a mechanic by any means and like to have easy to follow instructions. __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

01-25-2012, 10:16 AM	#58 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 40 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 16	I have the Z1 post MAF tubes. They don't come with instructions but it is very self explanatory. __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

01-25-2012, 10:40 AM	#60 (permalink)
sfearl1 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 2,300 Drives: 2013 FBO E85 GTR Rep Power: 17	what about drop ins, post maf and test pipes/HFC as an econo-mod route... i imagine that combo frees up your bottlenecks on a budget __________________ Scott

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