BP custom manifold for Z1 CMC kit

Boosted Performance · 02-18-2019, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jax4557

In for motor mount that allows forward air filter placement!

Yeah, I'll do my best to figure something out.

The challenge is the sway bar, and the alternator. They take up a lot of valuable space in that area. So if I push the filter forward, I am not sure how much room I'll end up with. May need a custom filter (and I have made some inquiries about that as well).

The one thing that could potentially be gained from a different engine mount is that the oil filter could maybe stay in the OEM location. It would have to be pulled off for air filter servicing, but that isn't a big deal since it is replaced frequently enough.

Jinxx · 02-18-2019, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

Yeah, I'll do my best to figure something out.

The challenge is the sway bar, and the alternator. They take up a lot of valuable space in that area. So if I push the filter forward, I am not sure how much room I'll end up with. May need a custom filter (and I have made some inquiries about that as well).

The one thing that could potentially be gained from a different engine mount is that the oil filter could maybe stay in the OEM location. It would have to be pulled off for air filter servicing, but that isn't a big deal since it is replaced frequently enough.

I was thinking that the pipe could be ran just past the sway bar with a 90 bend and the filter would sit basically along side of the sway bar ....to change it would only require taking out the 4 bolts to the sway bar letting it drop down ,this would give access to change...also allowing the oil filter to stay in OEM location

Boosted Performance · 02-18-2019, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Jinxx

I was thinking that the pipe could be ran just past the sway bar with a 90 bend and the filter would sit basically along side of the sway bar ....to change it would only require taking out the 4 bolts to the sway bar letting it drop down ,this would give access to change...also allowing the oil filter to stay in OEM location

Tried it already

That's a full 3.5" intake, but I don't like the 90 degree there. There isn't as much room there as one may think...which was disappointing.

Jinxx · 02-18-2019, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

Tried it already

That's a full 3.5" intake, but I don't like the 90 degree there. There isn't as much room there as one may think...which was disappointing.

LOL well then ....shot my boat full of holes......oh well turbo guard then LOL

Boosted Performance · 02-19-2019, 12:05 AM

I think a long (maybe up to 8"), 3.5" flange air filter that is about 5" outside diameter may work above the sway bar, with a different engine mount...which is what I am focusing on now.

Jinxx · 02-19-2019, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

I think a long (maybe up to 8"), 3.5" flange air filter that is about 5" outside diameter may work above the sway bar, with a different engine mount...which is what I am focusing on now.

Maybe have a 45 degree pipe bend and a filter with a 45 degree inlet ...use some of the room that your 90 degree elbow took up

Elmo370z · 02-19-2019, 05:07 PM

Why have a bend? Couldn’t you just shorten the pipe and have it straight and not use such a long and wide filter?

Jinxx · 02-19-2019, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Elmo370z

Why have a bend? Couldn’t you just shorten the pipe and have it straight and not use such a long and wide filter?

Keeping it straight wouldn’t put it in a area that any filter could fit ....only real chance would be maybe longer filter ....green filter makes some longer ones that have a small OD filter so it would be like 4 inch OD and however long you could get...but it’s still a super tight fit ..if it’s even possible

Boosted Performance · 02-19-2019, 06:28 PM

With the 90 degree elbow (maybe two 45's), I'll be able to fit this filter:

https://www.knfilters.ca/search/prod...x?prod=RU-1785

That filter, when rolled out, is 15.7" x 8", so plenty big. At the same time, a 3.5" pipe, even with a 90 in it would not be considered as a restriction, considering the 68mm 1,100HP turbo only has a 2.7" compressor wheel inlet.

With a custom engine mount, there would not be a need to relocate the oil filter, so that may work out in the end. I'll build one for my own car for testing purposes. If all works well, it will be an option for customers at additional cost. The 3.5" piping with a custom engine mount isn't going to be cheap.

I also looked at removing the OEM engine mount bolted to the engine, passenger side. It looks like the exhaust manifold has to be pulled off for the aftermarket engine mount replacement. Luckly, that is the much easier one to pull off, compared to the driver side.

Elmo370z · 02-19-2019, 06:38 PM

I’m buying Cjm solid engine mounts, will your design be similar to his so the piping will fit towards the front?

Boosted Performance · 02-19-2019, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Elmo370z

I’m buying Cjm solid engine mounts, will your design be similar to his so the piping will fit towards the front?

I would need to make a complete custom engine mount, tucked closer to the engine for it all to work.

Elmo370z · 02-19-2019, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Boosted Performance

I would need to make a complete custom engine mount, tucked closer to the engine for it all to work.

Mmmmmm will these mounts be solid of poly? Well I’m in for the cause.

Boosted Performance · 02-19-2019, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Elmo370z

Mmmmmm will these mounts be solid of poly? Well I’m in for the cause.

Poly, so almost solid.

jchammond · 02-19-2019, 09:30 PM

I know things are tight in that area; a couple pics of the setup on a fire truck w/450hp/1250tq 9L Cummins....looks like a shark tail plumbed to the front.
1.5-2” wide maximum; but tall & inlet is to the inside portion w/screen over top...plenty of air

jchammond · 02-19-2019, 09:34 PM

Last picture is of screen over inlet,after passing through to front...pics are all sideways & crap- but gives you an idea.

02-19-2019, 12:05 AM	#20 (permalink)
Boosted Performance The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 1,629 Drives: Z's Rep Power: 3382	I think a long (maybe up to 8"), 3.5" flange air filter that is about 5" outside diameter may work above the sway bar, with a different engine mount...which is what I am focusing on now. __________________ 750WHP starting @ $7,500 to the door FOR DETAILS VISIT: http://www.the370z.com/members/boosted-performance.html FB: https://www.facebook.com/Boosted-Per...6303179791462/ IG @boostedperformanceyeg

02-19-2019, 06:28 PM	#24 (permalink)
Boosted Performance The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 1,629 Drives: Z's Rep Power: 3382	With the 90 degree elbow (maybe two 45's), I'll be able to fit this filter: https://www.knfilters.ca/search/prod...x?prod=RU-1785 That filter, when rolled out, is 15.7" x 8", so plenty big. At the same time, a 3.5" pipe, even with a 90 in it would not be considered as a restriction, considering the 68mm 1,100HP turbo only has a 2.7" compressor wheel inlet. With a custom engine mount, there would not be a need to relocate the oil filter, so that may work out in the end. I'll build one for my own car for testing purposes. If all works well, it will be an option for customers at additional cost. The 3.5" piping with a custom engine mount isn't going to be cheap. I also looked at removing the OEM engine mount bolted to the engine, passenger side. It looks like the exhaust manifold has to be pulled off for the aftermarket engine mount replacement. Luckly, that is the much easier one to pull off, compared to the driver side. __________________ 750WHP starting @ $7,500 to the door FOR DETAILS VISIT: http://www.the370z.com/members/boosted-performance.html FB: https://www.facebook.com/Boosted-Per...6303179791462/ IG @boostedperformanceyeg Last edited by Boosted Performance; 02-19-2019 at 06:36 PM.

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Elmo370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: st. petersburg Posts: 5,709 Drives: 09 nissan 370z Sp M6 Rep Power: 295378	Why have a bend? Couldn’t you just shorten the pipe and have it straight and not use such a long and wide filter?

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Elmo370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: st. petersburg Posts: 5,709 Drives: 09 nissan 370z Sp M6 Rep Power: 295378	I’m buying Cjm solid engine mounts, will your design be similar to his so the piping will fit towards the front?