[Official] "Which intake should I buy for my Z?" thread.

BOLIO 671 · 11-17-2010, 05:12 AM

Definately Stillen G3's FTW...Was also looking into this issue at one point in time, but after looking at all the independent reviews their gains/numbers came out pretty consistent.

I've definately seen/felt better throttle response, and you can hear the difference of the motor when reving past 5K...If you have an aftermarket exhaust you won't be able to hear it, unless you're outside of the car.

YellowSpeed · 11-17-2010, 09:43 PM

I'm interested in the K & N drop in filter and the HPS tubes combination... price seems right and the added power is good. Actually I didn't expect that much from this combination. Not a fan of long tube CAI's especially here in PR when all of a sudden cats and dogs fall from the sky... I've seen my plenty share of hydrolocks.

Could someone route me on where are the best deals for teh K&N's and the HPS tubes? PR370 where did you get yours from?

daisuke149 · 11-17-2010, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by YellowSpeed

I'm interested in the K & N drop in filter and the HPS tubes combination... price seems right and the added power is good. Actually I didn't expect that much from this combination. Not a fan of long tube CAI's especially here in PR when all of a sudden cats and dogs fall from the sky... I've seen my plenty share of hydrolocks.

Could someone route me on where are the best deals for teh K&N's and the HPS tubes? PR370 where did you get yours from?

Stillens are just as likely to hydrolock as your stock intakes if oyu check the position.

BOLIO 671 · 11-17-2010, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YellowSpeed

I'm interested in the K & N drop in filter and the HPS tubes combination... price seems right and the added power is good. Actually I didn't expect that much from this combination. Not a fan of long tube CAI's especially here in PR when all of a sudden cats and dogs fall from the sky... I've seen my plenty share of hydrolocks.

Could someone route me on where are the best deals for teh K&N's and the HPS tubes? PR370 where did you get yours from?

PR's weather and climate is similiar to that of Guam's....the way that the Stillen G3's are designed are to avoid any type of Hydrolocking....That is why they are postioned behind the front bumper area... Cats and Dogs have been dropping out of the sky here lately as it is our season...The only way you're gonna hydrolock with the Stillen G3's is if you actually drive your Z into a lake.

The Injen's CAI's design is more prone to hydrolock vs the Stillen...Now in reference to the SRI (K&N Drop Ins/HPS Tubes Combo) that you're talking about, based on all that I've read about SRI's...there are zero to negative HP gains...This is due in part to the Z's engine bay getting heat soaked from the High Heat tempertaures of the HR motor....Thus instead of getting cooler air into the engine, you're actually gonna get hotter air with SRI's....The Stock boxes are a lot better, as with the way the stock air boxes are to minimize the amount of heat around the filter area.

Just My

YellowSpeed · 11-17-2010, 10:41 PM

Thanks for the feedback guys. Bolio I don't understand your comments on the SRI, the K&N and MPS combo doesn't seem to be an SRI. From what I've read on the MPS tubes all that they do is eliminate the inefficiency of the stock air inlet piping section. Could someone with this setup provide further clarification?

On the G3 being the best option HP wise I agree however I don't plan on spending $599 + shipping at this point for only 5 additional HP... If the 13 WHP claim stands... Does anyone has the dyno sheet to prove this?

PR370z · 11-19-2010, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by YellowSpeed

I'm interested in the K & N drop in filter and the HPS tubes combination... price seems right and the added power is good. Actually I didn't expect that much from this combination. Not a fan of long tube CAI's especially here in PR when all of a sudden cats and dogs fall from the sky... I've seen my plenty share of hydrolocks.

Could someone route me on where are the best deals for teh K&N's and the HPS tubes? PR370 where did you get yours from?

I got My K&N's used on ebay, the HPS tubes from Corsportusa.com. Will be on the dyno soon with my combination will let you guys know.

YellowSpeed · 11-19-2010, 09:56 AM

Thank you PR370z. Could you post some pictures of your setup? Also that dyno sheet will be good to see.

From which part of PR are you?

View Poll Results: Which intake should I buy to go with FI exhaust 18 inch res and RHFC
Injen 1989	2	0.80%
Injen 1990	3	1.20%
Stillen Gen 2	9	3.59%
Stillen Gen 3	180	71.71%
TOPSECRET	5	1.99%
ARC	2	0.80%
HKS	9	3.59%
AEM	17	6.77%
OEM	24	9.56%
Voters: 251. You may not vote on this poll

11-17-2010, 05:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
BOLIO 671 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GUAHAN Posts: 1,198 Drives: To & From then Back Rep Power: 3400	Definately Stillen G3's FTW...Was also looking into this issue at one point in time, but after looking at all the independent reviews their gains/numbers came out pretty consistent. I've definately seen/felt better throttle response, and you can hear the difference of the motor when reving past 5K...If you have an aftermarket exhaust you won't be able to hear it, unless you're outside of the car. __________________ 2013 Nismo Z34 / FI TT #091 / IG: @lilzilla_z34

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11-17-2010, 09:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
YellowSpeed Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 26 Drives: 09 370Z S/T 7AT Rep Power: 15	I'm interested in the K & N drop in filter and the HPS tubes combination... price seems right and the added power is good. Actually I didn't expect that much from this combination. Not a fan of long tube CAI's especially here in PR when all of a sudden cats and dogs fall from the sky... I've seen my plenty share of hydrolocks. Could someone route me on where are the best deals for teh K&N's and the HPS tubes? PR370 where did you get yours from?

11-17-2010, 10:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
YellowSpeed Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 26 Drives: 09 370Z S/T 7AT Rep Power: 15	Thanks for the feedback guys. Bolio I don't understand your comments on the SRI, the K&N and MPS combo doesn't seem to be an SRI. From what I've read on the MPS tubes all that they do is eliminate the inefficiency of the stock air inlet piping section. Could someone with this setup provide further clarification? On the G3 being the best option HP wise I agree however I don't plan on spending $599 + shipping at this point for only 5 additional HP... If the 13 WHP claim stands... Does anyone has the dyno sheet to prove this?

11-19-2010, 09:56 AM	#7 (permalink)
YellowSpeed Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 26 Drives: 09 370Z S/T 7AT Rep Power: 15	Thank you PR370z. Could you post some pictures of your setup? Also that dyno sheet will be good to see. From which part of PR are you?