What did you do with your Z today V (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

Mt Tam I am · 05-12-2014, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

I like the idea of not having to modify compared to the Stillens.

Simple mod but a pain too.

Will these tubes and filter get in the way of any future modifications, such as an oil cooler?

Nick911sc · 05-12-2014, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Simple mod but a pain too.

Will these tubes and filter get in the way of any future modifications, such as an oil cooler?

I don't believe so.

kenchan · 05-12-2014, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

I like the idea of not having to modify compared to the Stillens.

hey nick.

is it okay for the tubes to be connected like that? i would rather give the tubes some freedom (separate) as it's not like they dont vibrate.

you got folks severing that plastic elbow using the gen3... that's a lot of movement.

kenchan · 05-12-2014, 09:35 AM

i would just do the post-maf tubes and k&n drop ins.... no fuss

onzedge · 05-12-2014, 09:38 AM

We installed my Stillen Gen 3's without any issues. Opening up the holes in which the tubes pass was very easy. We also took some sections of subbed heater hose, slit them and then installed around the openings for little cushions. The tubes rest nicely ion their little pillows.

Nick911sc · 05-12-2014, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i would just do the post-maf tubes and k&n drop ins.... no fuss

I've thought about this in the past, but felt there was a sizable difference between the MAF's/dropins vs a long tube CAI?

kenchan · 05-12-2014, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

I've thought about this in the past, but felt there was a sizable difference between the MAF's/dropins vs a long tube CAI?

from the read the gen3's offer a big improvement over stock. but it also has its issues unless you're not careful.

for me, i didnt feel like messing with the issues so did the post-maf and drop ins. it breaths better than stock near redline so im happy. my car use to feel like it was gasping for air up top using stock intake. i dont race my car so this is a simple worry-free setup for me.

Nick911sc · 05-12-2014, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

from the read the gen3's offer a big improvement over stock. but it also has its issues unless you're not careful.

for me, i didnt feel like messing with the issues so did the post-maf and drop ins. it breaths better than stock near redline so im happy. my car use to feel like it was gasping for air up top using stock intake. i dont race my car so this is a simple worry-free setup for me.

So you feel a difference on the top end? This is what I was looking for... Any sound difference?

kenchan · 05-12-2014, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

So you feel a difference on the top end? This is what I was looking for... Any sound difference?

yah, engine revs feely to rev limiter.

no sound difference that i could tell...which to me is also a plus.

Nick911sc · 05-12-2014, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

yah, engine revs feely to rev limiter.

no sound difference that i could tell...which to me is also a plus.

I remember people in the past were experimenting with dry filters vs the k&n. Are the K&N's still the way to go? And Z1 tubes or HPS tubes?

b15 · 05-12-2014, 10:13 AM

I went with z1 tubes and dry filters. couldn't be happier!

onzedge · 05-12-2014, 10:16 AM

K&N are great filters. I have been using them on all of my cars since I can't remember when.

People who complain about them are those who do not know how to clean and then properly oil them as to not contaminate the MAFs. Also, regular MAF cleaning is a gogd thing to do as well -- using CRC MAF cleaner.

OldFart · 05-12-2014, 10:44 AM

Had 2 days to myself for the first time in months, dropping in a Kenwood DnX9900HD HU, Focal components and midrange speakers for the rear. Already did a stitch change to red and installing a set of Nismo seats. Finally the interior will be the way I like it. Next is either suspension and brakes or the Nismo front fascia and skirts. So far enjoying working on this thing.

onzedge · 05-12-2014, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by OldFart

Had 2 days to myself for the first time in months, dropping in a Kenwood DnX9900HD HU, Focal components and midrange speakers for the rear. Already did a stitch change to red and installing a set of Nismo seats. Finally the interior will be the way I like it. Next is either suspension and brakes or the Nismo front fascia and skirts. So far enjoying working on this thing.

kenchan · 05-12-2014, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

I remember people in the past were experimenting with dry filters vs the k&n. Are the K&N's still the way to go? And Z1 tubes or HPS tubes?

if R2C made drop-ins i would go that route, but for now K&N for me. im running the hps tubes. i had to trim it just a tad to make it fit perfect.

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Originally Posted by onzedge

K&N are great filters. I have been using them on all of my cars since I can't remember when.

People who complain about them are those who do not know how to clean and then properly oil them as to not contaminate the MAFs. Also, regular MAF cleaning is a gogd thing to do as well -- using CRC MAF cleaner.

ive had no issues with K&N filters.

05-12-2014, 09:35 AM	#9394 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i would just do the post-maf tubes and k&n drop ins.... no fuss SterlingDrive likes this.

05-12-2014, 09:38 AM	#9395 (permalink)
onzedge A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Battle Lake MN Age: 64 Posts: 183,964 Drives: 370Z 240Z Rep Power: 2684737	We installed my Stillen Gen 3's without any issues. Opening up the holes in which the tubes pass was very easy. We also took some sections of subbed heater hose, slit them and then installed around the openings for little cushions. The tubes rest nicely ion their little pillows. kenchan likes this. __________________ Koni\|Swift\|Michelin\|Motordyne\|Berk\|RJM Performance\|Gates\|SPL\|Motul\|Technafit\|Ate Super Blue\|Hawk Tommy Kaira\|Momo\|Optima\|Hella\|Hotchkis\|Red Line\|ZSpeed\|Stillen\|B&M\|H&R

05-12-2014, 10:16 AM	#9402 (permalink)
onzedge A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Battle Lake MN Age: 64 Posts: 183,964 Drives: 370Z 240Z Rep Power: 2684737	K&N are great filters. I have been using them on all of my cars since I can't remember when. People who complain about them are those who do not know how to clean and then properly oil them as to not contaminate the MAFs. Also, regular MAF cleaning is a gogd thing to do as well -- using CRC MAF cleaner. kenchan and SterlingDrive like this. __________________ Koni\|Swift\|Michelin\|Motordyne\|Berk\|RJM Performance\|Gates\|SPL\|Motul\|Technafit\|Ate Super Blue\|Hawk Tommy Kaira\|Momo\|Optima\|Hella\|Hotchkis\|Red Line\|ZSpeed\|Stillen\|B&M\|H&R

05-12-2014, 10:44 AM	#9403 (permalink)
OldFart Track Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Carlisle, PA Age: 62 Posts: 682 Drives: 2011 Wannabe Nismo Rep Power: 961	Had 2 days to myself for the first time in months, dropping in a Kenwood DnX9900HD HU, Focal components and midrange speakers for the rear. Already did a stitch change to red and installing a set of Nismo seats. Finally the interior will be the way I like it. Next is either suspension and brakes or the Nismo front fascia and skirts. So far enjoying working on this thing. kenchan and onzedge like this.

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