Nismo OEM Exhaust on Sport AT...HFC's or Intake Next?
 

Hey guys,

Somewhat of a modding noobie, but I currently have a base sport with the OEM Nismo exhaust installed and am looking for just a bit louder and more power. Would I be more likely to achieve this by going with a CAI ( I currently am running K&N drop in's) or HFC's. Thanks in advance for all the help!

CAI wont do too much if you want raw sound..

It will give you 10-15hp with a tune.

1) If you want sound, then either go the cheap route and delete the resonators from the nismo exhaust.

2) You can add these and gain 8-10hp and some sound. Megan Racing MR-SSDP-N7Z Test Pipes - 370Z - Nissan performance parts

3) You can get HFC's for less HP gains and less sound. For double the price..

Those are my simple cheap suggestions

Since you already have K&N drop ins, the silicone intake tubes would get you pretty close to a CAI in terms of power. And then use that extra money towards HFC/test pipes, which would actually make the exhaust louder, plus a little more power, although at that point, you should also consider a tune.

^^^ Agreed

Thanks for the great feedback gents!

Love the recommendation on the Megan test pipes...these wouldn't have the odor issues would they? Also, I want a bit more sound, but definitely want to avoid having a lot of rasp or sounding ricey.

You know, there are only a handful of people that have purchased the megan racing resontated test pipes..

There is 1 video on youtube, but its too distorted to hear anything.

I think that they will be exactly what you want. Clean sound, more hp, without being obnoxious.

Since I don't own them, I don't know anything about the smell.

I know standard test pipes leave a smell. Dont know about resonated.

Thanks for the help bro. Rep added.

Sounds like Z1 MAF tubes are the way to go as well...I assume you've been happy wiht yours?

I added them at the same time i added drop ins..
Didn't notice a difference to be honest. But then again, i haven't tuned my car yet.

The ECU is supposed to recognize changes to the intakes..

The MAF tubes & drop ins have 1-3hp less gain then the Stillen g3's.. I would much rather save the $500 on the G3's and use it for something else.

But if you are constantly popping the hood and want to impress people, a bigger intake might be for you.

2012 Nissan 370z Nismo Stillen Cold Air Intake with Nismo Exhaust no Resonators - YouTube


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSgAtO31EsM

jebus... i have never seen more people be so upset by the smell of raw gas as on this forum. its amazing. i hope u guys never go to the track, or are around an old muscle car, or any car making significant hp. since when did the smell of tp's become a bad smell??

nothing against u OP, its just something i have noticed quite a few people mention on this forum.

(p.s., dont say this around car people trololol)

Some don't want their a$$ magnet having the polar effect when using their vehicle as bait. Idk, I have a HFC to ensure my Wife doesn't complain.

I was just curious if the Nismo exhaust was worth getting on a sport. If you had to do it again, would you still get the Nismo exhaust or save up for a different one?

:iagree: "I love the smell of napalm in the morning it...it smells like victory!" That smell just makes me want to go fast!:driving:

Edub - I'm actually not TOO worried about it, just as my Z is unfortunately now to the point of being a bada$$ daily driver, would prefer as minimal fumes/smell as possible. Push comes to shove, it will at least make people in the know take notice.

Garrett - For the price I paid, I would definitely do it again. All told, with say $150-200 invested into TP's or HFC's, I'm significantly cheaper than going to a full exhaust, while maintaining some semblance of a grown up car, plus manageable noise levels for daily life.
As lame as it may sound, I wasn't after max noise or power with my exhaust, just more grunt than stock and free up a few ponies. Just starting to consider that I would like it to be a bit louder than it is.

Thats great! i've been arguing with the idea of getting one with how readily available and cheap they are, just wasnt sure if it was worth it... cuz i mean they have to be that cheap for a reason right?

I wouldn't pay more than $350 for it, and IMO they are cheap because it's "stock" and used. Obviously an improvement over the stock one on the sport, and it was kind of a "can't hurt" kind of deal for me. I lucked out and had a buddy do the install for $40, which obviously is a nice bump.

I built a custom xpipe for my Nismo and took the resonators off. It sounds epic now!

Intake or Nismo exhaust first?

I personally have FI longtubes and full cat-back with 18" resonators on my nismo, but to be honest as much as I have the opportunity to drive my car I should of just kept my stock nismo exhaust and added the motordyne test pipes to give it that extra sound and power. Not that I would trade my current setup for it but for the money and the power the motordyne pipes will give you its worth it in my opinion. Do some research on them, from what I have read up on they are the best for sound and power gains. Good luck

Honestly, the nismo exhaust, from what i've read, is only 7hp over stock...

So for $350, i think you are better off buying a used exhaust that someone is selling on the forum! I mean, aftermarket exhausts are supposed to produce higher numbers than the nismo right? I saw some that gave the car 20+hp from a full catback.

I just think the sound of the stock nismo exhaust is to quiet. It needs more umph...

If your going to stick with your Nismo exhaust and want HFC's, get ARK's resonated Cat pipes. You get a louder exhaust with HFC and no rasp. If price for intakes are a concern, AEM's can be found for under $400. If you still want more, Motordynes M370 intake manifold will give your exhaust more growl, more mid range, and reduces rasp (don't ask me how, but it does for me).

With those mods, you have gain power, get HFC's , have no rasp, and gain volume. If it isn't loud enough, throw on AAM short tails. You won't be complaining about a quiet exhaust anymore.