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

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

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?

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?

WhiskeyHotel · 11-18-2010, 09:14 AM

You can check out the Stillen website for Gen 3 info. They have dyno sheets and photos galore.

Kastley85891 · 11-19-2010, 08:45 PM

G3's are the best.
I am a tight arse until I can go FI, even so I would not drop 500 bucks on them, drop ins and Post MAFs = win in bang for buck.

On Z Way · 11-21-2010, 12:41 AM

In the end its all about the duct, or the filters...
I would say f5.. although your going for numbers.
Ask vendors for before and after dyno results.

efuseakay · 11-21-2010, 01:29 AM

Most gains = Stillen Gen 3... but that comes at a cost of making permanent chances to your car (making the intake holes bigger), and more involved installation/maintenance (removing the bumper).

R2c is the best short ram intake, hands down. Easier installation/maintenance. Dry filters that only need to be cleaned with compressed air from the inside-out.

It all depends on how comfortable you are working on your car.

Zello370 · 11-21-2010, 11:25 AM

Guys I think he not only needs to know who makes more power, but where is is coming on at 3500rpm? 5000rpm? 7000rpm?. some people like low end some mid range and some high end. I think this along with install ease is what alot of people look for. just my two cents

ZForce · 11-21-2010, 11:57 AM

Injen CAI the only true cold air intake.

As Stillen is a ram air intake and then there are short ram intakes like JWT and Rz2. But the op was not clear with his question he only asked which is the best intake. Best from what? HP, price, fitment, CAI, short ram, long ram, filtration. They all have their pros and cons. Heat soak, cutting into the body of car and the maintenence of the filters located in the bottom of the bumper. I would tend to agree that Stillen as being less likely to hydrolock that is of the long tube designs. But I did not relish cutting the body of the car to install them.

I prefer the dry air filter over the cotton oil based, more filtration but with a loss of power. I can live with this versus a dirty running engine. Cleaning of the Injen filters can be done without having to remove the bumper. Just pop the pins on the inner fender well and remove clean and reinstall.

Fit and finish (polished black) = Injen CAI

makbc · 11-27-2010, 11:41 PM

a bit off subject but i have to know for those who have the stillen gen 3 intakes especially on the nismos, how do u manage to clean the filters, do u have to remove the bumper everytime u need to clean them.

Nismoracer · 12-03-2010, 12:11 AM

Uh, is there a discount code at corsportusa that anyone knows about for the HPS? These things look pretty cool, kinda pricey for some silicone tubes though. But hey if they are high quality and work.......

efuseakay · 12-03-2010, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makbc

a bit off subject but i have to know for those who have the stillen gen 3 intakes especially on the nismos, how do u manage to clean the filters, do u have to remove the bumper everytime u need to clean them.

Yup!

Nismoracer · 12-03-2010, 01:03 PM

Do the HPS tubes really work? Its such a small area.

Azroadster · 12-03-2010, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nismoracer

Do the HPS tubes really work? Its such a small area.

Graphic proof that the HPS tubes really work...

AZ

JollyGoodChap · 12-03-2010, 01:53 PM

Stillen

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

11-19-2010, 08:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Kastley85891 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ATX 370 - Sold Posts: 1,149 Drives: 2003 Wagon Rep Power: 18	G3's are the best. I am a tight arse until I can go FI, even so I would not drop 500 bucks on them, drop ins and Post MAFs = win in bang for buck. __________________ Boosted V8 hunter 2850 lbs and 375WHP

11-21-2010, 11:25 AM	#8 (permalink)
Zello370 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Harker Hts, Texas Posts: 26 Drives: Yellow 370 Rep Power: 17	when is all this power coming on? Guys I think he not only needs to know who makes more power, but where is is coming on at 3500rpm? 5000rpm? 7000rpm?. some people like low end some mid range and some high end. I think this along with install ease is what alot of people look for. just my two cents __________________

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11-17-2010, 10:41 PM	#1 (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	#3 (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?

11-18-2010, 09:14 AM	#4 (permalink)
WhiskeyHotel Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 530 Drives: 2015 GT-R PW Premium Rep Power: 17	You can check out the Stillen website for Gen 3 info. They have dyno sheets and photos galore.

11-21-2010, 12:41 AM	#6 (permalink)
On Z Way Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sin City, Nevada Posts: 39 Drives: 370Z, EK9 Rep Power: 15	In the end its all about the duct, or the filters... I would say f5.. although your going for numbers. Ask vendors for before and after dyno results.

11-21-2010, 01:29 AM	#7 (permalink)
efuseakay Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: The DAYNGA ZONE! Posts: 404 Drives: 2010 G37xS Sedan Rep Power: 16	Most gains = Stillen Gen 3... but that comes at a cost of making permanent chances to your car (making the intake holes bigger), and more involved installation/maintenance (removing the bumper). R2c is the best short ram intake, hands down. Easier installation/maintenance. Dry filters that only need to be cleaned with compressed air from the inside-out. It all depends on how comfortable you are working on your car.

11-21-2010, 11:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
ZForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 2,359 Drives: 09 370Z Tour + Sport Rep Power: 22	Injen CAI the only true cold air intake. As Stillen is a ram air intake and then there are short ram intakes like JWT and Rz2. But the op was not clear with his question he only asked which is the best intake. Best from what? HP, price, fitment, CAI, short ram, long ram, filtration. They all have their pros and cons. Heat soak, cutting into the body of car and the maintenence of the filters located in the bottom of the bumper. I would tend to agree that Stillen as being less likely to hydrolock that is of the long tube designs. But I did not relish cutting the body of the car to install them. I prefer the dry air filter over the cotton oil based, more filtration but with a loss of power. I can live with this versus a dirty running engine. Cleaning of the Injen filters can be done without having to remove the bumper. Just pop the pins on the inner fender well and remove clean and reinstall. Fit and finish (polished black) = Injen CAI

11-27-2010, 11:41 PM	#10 (permalink)
makbc Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LUSAIL QATAR Posts: 27 Drives: NISMO Rep Power: 16	a bit off subject but i have to know for those who have the stillen gen 3 intakes especially on the nismos, how do u manage to clean the filters, do u have to remove the bumper everytime u need to clean them.

12-03-2010, 12:11 AM	#11 (permalink)
Nismoracer Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 420 Drives: 10 Nismo Rep Power: 15	Uh, is there a discount code at corsportusa that anyone knows about for the HPS? These things look pretty cool, kinda pricey for some silicone tubes though. But hey if they are high quality and work.......

12-03-2010, 01:03 PM	#13 (permalink)
Nismoracer Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 420 Drives: 10 Nismo Rep Power: 15	Do the HPS tubes really work? Its such a small area.

12-03-2010, 01:53 PM	#15 (permalink)
JollyGoodChap Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lust Angeles Posts: 328 Drives: Z34 Rep Power: 15	Stillen