Nissan 370Z Forum - Anyone heard of this?

Nissan 370Z Forum (http://www.the370z.com/)

- Nissan 370Z General Discussions (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/)

- - Anyone heard of this? (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/48107-anyone-heard.html)

Anyone heard of this?

Was just browsing through Z1's website and stumbled across this CAI: AEM 370Z Nismo Electronically Tuned Intake System

anyone ever tried these or know if they are any good? was just curious as to the "electronically tuned" part of the description on them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z_ealot (Post 1490384)

This is the first I've heard of this. What intrigues me is the 19.1hp @ 7100rpm. That's rediculously high at that rpm. Almost too good to be true. My question is... how much power loss if any, is there between 1500-4400rpm? The price is almost too good too be true. Does AEM have a dynograph to support these gains.
So many intake kits have disappointed me with low end power drops that I'm very skeptical now. But if the power loss down low is 4hp or less??? I'm in for a set.

I just downloaded the dyno off the site... it seems from 2000 rpm there's no power loss. Anyone on the forum running these?

Quote:

Some vehicles are built for performance with precision engineering and dedication to producing stand out results. The 2009 and 2010 Nissan 370Z Nizmo with 3.7 liter V6 engine is no exception. Even with a stock 303 horsepower at the wheels and 249 ft/lbs of torque, AEM engineers saw room for improvement on this high performance vehicle.
AEM Air Intake System 41-1002P

AEM has been a pioneer in the development of air intake systems for powerful import models, like the 370Z, since it was founded in 1987. Recently, AEM has developed a series of intakes referred to as ETI or Electronically Tuned Intake systems. This new twist on air intakes utilizes specially tuned circuitry that works with the vehicle's electronics allowing large power gains. With traditional designs, maintaining a large tube diameter near the MAF sensor without downsizing or restricting airflow would, in many cases, cause issues with the vehicle's electronics. With ETI technology the MAF sensor is not confused by the air flow change and continues to supply the right signals to the computer for proper fuel delivery. This allows air intake designs like AEM's 41-1002P and 41-1002C to maintain the calibration intended by the factory while enjoying the benefits of a low restriction air intake system.
Dyno Chart for 41-1002 AEM Cold Air Intake

"The new Nismo Nissan 370Z ETI AEM intake system is a true cold air intake," says AEM Co-founder John Concialdi. "It consists of two 2.75 inch diameter intake pipes that were developed for use on the standard edition Nissan 370Z. However, there were some minor differences between the normal 370Z and the Nismo Edition. A front mount oil cooler made us redesign the location of our windshield washer reservoir. With the increased reported horsepower rating from the manufacturer we dyno'd the Nismo 370Z and realized there was more potential for power. So we created a new ETI calibration specially designed for the Nismo 370Z that helped us pick up an estimated 19.7 hp and 14.6 ft-lbs of torque at 7100 RPM. The gains with the 41-1002 intake were much better than those seen on the standard Nissan 370Z."

Concialdi also commented on another feature that makes this AEM cold air intake stand out, the fact that the 370Z NISMO front bumper does NOT need to be removed. This adds to the ease of installation and servicing for the 41-1002P and 41-1002C tuned intake and filter system.

The 41-1002P intake has tubes with a polished aluminum finish and the 41-1002C has tubes with a gun metal colored powder coated finish. Both come with AEM Dryflow air filters, which require no oil, are very durable and are easy to clean and reuse. Since the OEM windshield washer reservoir was in the way, both parts also come with a redesigned windshield washer reservoir that provides needed clearance. AEM's new ETI system for the 2009 and 2010 Nissan 370Z Nismo is a must have upgrade for drivers looking to improve power and performance.

Interesting. The MAF sensors are way close to the filter elements. I'm wondering if there will be issues with the MAF getting wet.

I read about this months ago in Modified Mag. Intakes can only do so much. So for another to come out so late in the game I'd just stick to the Stillen G3.

Only works in the NISMO. Oh well, no longer intrigued. Lol.

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370 (Post 1490639)

Only works in the NISMO. Oh well, no longer intrigued. Lol.

lol, yeah i was looking around a bit more on Z1 website and found there was 2 versions of it...one for the base Z and one for the nismo Z, the base version only showing a gain of about 10hp kind of persuaded me away from it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z_ealot (Post 1490691)

You can get 10hp off the k&n filters alone. Add mishimoto intake hoses and you can get up to 12hp for around $190 without the power drop down low. To me, the real investment lies in a proper exhaust. The stock CAI can get pretty good gains and mild modification with less impact on overall gas mileage.

Sooo, K&N drop ins and perhaps a Cobb or Z1 post MAF tube will get the job done just as well, eh? :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman (Post 1490782)

Sooo, K&N drop ins and perhaps a Cobb or Z1 post MAF tube will get the job done just as well, eh? :)

Yeah, pretty much any brand quality intake hose should do the trick.

hmmm, I'm skeptically intrigued by this product...

this is my car, none nismo, go to the bottom of the home page and check out the review on the AEM intakes

http://www.the370z.com/***********************************

if you would like more info on these intakes, PM me