Want your feedback on my mod selections

Lemkey99 · 08-23-2016, 08:10 PM

My Z is 100% stock with 4700 miles on it. After much research I've decided to go with the HKS hi flow ti exhaust over FI, Ark, and Stillen. I planned on getting the Berk HFC's with it but I've read that on a car with low mileage like mine that HFC's won't provide much benefit and that they're also not much benefit unless you've done engine mods which increases the stock HP by 20 to 30%.

I'm also still torn on whether or not to pull the trigger on the Stillen Gen 3 CAI. There are so many mixed reviews on if these are really orth the money and time to install.

Should I just go with the exhaust only for now and then go from there? What do you think?

jchammond · 08-23-2016, 08:27 PM

Take a look at Z1 Motorsport's 400hp kit (flywheel hp) if you're gonna stay N/A...otherwise look at the boosted kit's available.
Twin Turbo easily puts down 600rwhp & a single supercharger w/air cooler 500rwhp....it's all about the ($) & where you are looking to go.
without boost or nitrous; peak is around 340ish rwhp.
Also,,,Mods are like drugs....very addicting!
have a good day

gomer_110 · 08-23-2016, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemkey99

My Z is 100% stock with 4700 miles on it. After much research I've decided to go with the HKS hi flow ti exhaust over FI, Ark, and Stillen. I planned on getting the Berk HFC's with it but I've read that on a car with low mileage like mine that HFC's won't provide much benefit and that they're also not much benefit unless you've done engine mods which increases the stock HP by 20 to 30%.

I'm also still torn on whether or not to pull the trigger on the Stillen Gen 3 CAI. There are so many mixed reviews on if these are really orth the money and time to install.

Should I just go with the exhaust only for now and then go from there? What do you think?

Not sure where you saw this. The number one breathing restriction on our cars is the factory cats. Get rid of them ASAP.

Lemkey99 · 08-23-2016, 08:59 PM

[QUOTE=gomer_110;3542695]Not sure where you saw this. The number one breathing restriction on our cars is the factory cats. Get rid of them

http://www.eurosporttuning.com/blog/...cats-worth-it/

jabo5779 · 08-23-2016, 09:11 PM

I started doing na mods around the same time as you on a 2014 base. Now the stillen cai and fast intention long tube headers are coming off at 17k miles, along with other worthless stuff like upgrades base brake rotors and pads - going sport package now.

All my na mods will be on the for sale forum soon. If you want them hit me up. My advice though, dont waste money on anything NA only if you are going FI. These mods, while fun as heck, only delayed my next step. The sooner you pick a direction and bolt toward it the better off your wallet will be in the end.

Regardless my best mod so far is the RJM clutch assembly. Hands down, changed the car for me. That is one of those mods every should just do.

white37014 · 08-23-2016, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jabo5779

I started doing na mods around the same time as you on a 2014 base. Now the stillen cai and fast intention long tube headers are coming off at 17k miles, along with other worthless stuff like upgrades base brake rotors and pads - going sport package now.

All my na mods will be on the for sale forum soon. If you want them hit me up. My advice though, dont waste money on anything NA only if you are going FI. These mods, while fun as heck, only delayed my next step. The sooner you pick a direction and bolt toward it the better off your wallet will be in the end.

Regardless my best mod so far is the RJM clutch assembly. Hands down, changed the car for me. That is one of those mods every should just do.

Hey Jabo you need a home for the stillen CAI I'm assuming its gen3? I am a hop skip and a jump north in PA.

jabo5779 · 08-23-2016, 09:44 PM

I pmed you. I dont wanna take over the ops thread, lol.

gomer_110 · 08-23-2016, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lemkey99

Blog - Upgrading to High Flow Catalytic Converters: Is it Worth It?

Article seems to make a few assumptions that don't apply in our case. Honestly if you don't have to worry about emission checks skip the HFC's and go with test pipes or long tube headers.

Lemkey99 · 08-23-2016, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomer_110

Article seems to make a few assumptions that don't apply in our case. Honestly if you don't have to worry about emission checks skip the HFC's and go with test pipes or long tube headers.

Unfortunately I do since I live in one of the counties in PA which do rigorous emissions checks at inspection time. I'd love to do test pipes but can't for that reason. This is why I'm looking at the HFC's. Just want to ensure I'm getting my $$ worth if I do.

ZeroZeta · 08-23-2016, 11:15 PM

I have the berk hfcs and they are one of my favorite mods.

If you go that route I recommend you research the "demon bolt" if you are going DIY.

Stillen G3 is the way to go. HKS is a great exhaust but have you looked at other options like the Fast Intentions, Tomei etc?

Basically, you will be close to done after a catback, HFC/test pipe, and your CAI.

After that you can get aTune, ported mani/plenum, lightend flywheel but as others have said - decide if you are going to do forced induction or stay NA first before you start shelling out coin for bolt ons - that you may have to unbolt in the future if you change your mind.

axmea? · 08-23-2016, 11:38 PM

Mod to your liking and do what you want to do but am wondering where you are getting your information from. Looks like you are already misinformed. If you like a particular item, search for feedback, talk to vendors, and PM those with experience with the mod. Good luck.

JARblue · 08-24-2016, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by some bs internet article

However, if you have a stock engine with no modifications, and relatively new OEM catalytic converters, you won't see much of performance increase going with high flow cats. The catalytic converters on a stock vehicle (especially a newer stock vehicle) just aren't that restrictive until there have been significant performance upgrades.

Put more simply: If you've made major upgrades to your engine, which are defined as increasing power 20-30% (or more), then high flow cats are for you. If you've just added a cold air intake or performance engine tune, your money is probably better spent elsewhere.

I would tend to believe this is bs for most cars, but it is especially untrue in the case of the 370Z.

kenchan · 08-24-2016, 04:36 AM

The only thing really missing on a stock Z is sound. Do the exhaust and maybe run spacers on ur wheels for aesthetics if u have 19 base wheels.

Joker_J · 08-24-2016, 05:00 AM

I bought a 2014 Sport + Touring with around 3.4K miles on it already. I started modding it around 5K miles with the Gen 3 first. Then I added the Berk HFC, Motordyne Resonated XYZ Pipe and Apexi RS-Exhaust. After the UpRev Tune the outcome was 322 WHP. Also dropped some SWIFT springs and 20mm/25mm spacers. Just installed a 24-row oil cooler kit along with the aluminum Z1 undershroud. Oil cooler kit help ALOT lol Note: I had everything installed separately so I could hear/feel the difference.

mishuko · 08-24-2016, 07:29 AM

I did the intakes, exhaust, tune.

cats < HFC < TP for the last gains. headers are just expensive noise makers (labour$$$)

08-23-2016, 08:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
Lemkey99 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Posts: 66 Drives: 2015 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 8	Want your feedback on my mod selections My Z is 100% stock with 4700 miles on it. After much research I've decided to go with the HKS hi flow ti exhaust over FI, Ark, and Stillen. I planned on getting the Berk HFC's with it but I've read that on a car with low mileage like mine that HFC's won't provide much benefit and that they're also not much benefit unless you've done engine mods which increases the stock HP by 20 to 30%. I'm also still torn on whether or not to pull the trigger on the Stillen Gen 3 CAI. There are so many mixed reviews on if these are really orth the money and time to install. Should I just go with the exhaust only for now and then go from there? What do you think?

08-23-2016, 08:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 57 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684394	Take a look at Z1 Motorsport's 400hp kit (flywheel hp) if you're gonna stay N/A...otherwise look at the boosted kit's available. Twin Turbo easily puts down 600rwhp & a single supercharger w/air cooler 500rwhp....it's all about the ($) & where you are looking to go. without boost or nitrous; peak is around 340ish rwhp. Also,,,Mods are like drugs....very addicting! have a good day __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

08-23-2016, 08:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lemkey99 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Posts: 66 Drives: 2015 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 8	[QUOTE=gomer_110;3542695]Not sure where you saw this. The number one breathing restriction on our cars is the factory cats. Get rid of them http://www.eurosporttuning.com/blog/...cats-worth-it/ breitwbo likes this. Last edited by Lemkey99; 08-23-2016 at 09:01 PM. Reason: Added wrong link

08-23-2016, 11:38 PM	#11 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,233 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53240	Mod to your liking and do what you want to do but am wondering where you are getting your information from. Looks like you are already misinformed. If you like a particular item, search for feedback, talk to vendors, and PM those with experience with the mod. Good luck. Joker_J likes this. __________________ >MyZ's Album< NISMO Convert/ECUTEK/Takeda CAI/F.I. HFC NR CB Carbon/F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler/4.08 Final Drive /Powertrix+Swifts/Hotchkis/SPL/Whiteline/TWM/Zoom Engineering/EVO-R/AeroJacket Vented CF Fenders + CF Spoiler/Avant Garde-WORK/NST/Morimoto Halo/STi Clear Lenses/Carbon Signal Automotive/RJM Performance/ZSpeed Clutch Flywheel CSC delete Last edited by axmea?; 08-23-2016 at 11:41 PM.

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08-23-2016, 09:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
jabo5779 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Baltimore Posts: 73 Drives: 2014 BP Turbo 370z Rep Power: 10	I started doing na mods around the same time as you on a 2014 base. Now the stillen cai and fast intention long tube headers are coming off at 17k miles, along with other worthless stuff like upgrades base brake rotors and pads - going sport package now. All my na mods will be on the for sale forum soon. If you want them hit me up. My advice though, dont waste money on anything NA only if you are going FI. These mods, while fun as heck, only delayed my next step. The sooner you pick a direction and bolt toward it the better off your wallet will be in the end. Regardless my best mod so far is the RJM clutch assembly. Hands down, changed the car for me. That is one of those mods every should just do.

08-23-2016, 09:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
jabo5779 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Baltimore Posts: 73 Drives: 2014 BP Turbo 370z Rep Power: 10	I pmed you. I dont wanna take over the ops thread, lol.

08-23-2016, 11:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
ZeroZeta Track Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Austin TX Posts: 543 Drives: 2013 Z Rep Power: 12	I have the berk hfcs and they are one of my favorite mods. If you go that route I recommend you research the "demon bolt" if you are going DIY. Stillen G3 is the way to go. HKS is a great exhaust but have you looked at other options like the Fast Intentions, Tomei etc? Basically, you will be close to done after a catback, HFC/test pipe, and your CAI. After that you can get aTune, ported mani/plenum, lightend flywheel but as others have said - decide if you are going to do forced induction or stay NA first before you start shelling out coin for bolt ons - that you may have to unbolt in the future if you change your mind.

08-24-2016, 04:36 AM	#13 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	The only thing really missing on a stock Z is sound. Do the exhaust and maybe run spacers on ur wheels for aesthetics if u have 19 base wheels.

08-24-2016, 05:00 AM	#14 (permalink)
Joker_J Track Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: The Ville, KY Posts: 576 Drives: 2014 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 12	I bought a 2014 Sport + Touring with around 3.4K miles on it already. I started modding it around 5K miles with the Gen 3 first. Then I added the Berk HFC, Motordyne Resonated XYZ Pipe and Apexi RS-Exhaust. After the UpRev Tune the outcome was 322 WHP. Also dropped some SWIFT springs and 20mm/25mm spacers. Just installed a 24-row oil cooler kit along with the aluminum Z1 undershroud. Oil cooler kit help ALOT lol Note: I had everything installed separately so I could hear/feel the difference.

08-24-2016, 07:29 AM	#15 (permalink)
mishuko A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: bouncin on tigga Posts: 8,062 Drives: '12 Z Rep Power: 9434	I did the intakes, exhaust, tune. cats < HFC < TP for the last gains. headers are just expensive noise makers (labour$$$)