Got Stillen G3 Longtube intake & Exhaust.. What next?

Dino 54 · 05-31-2009, 06:08 PM

I've got the Stillen Gen. 3 Longtube intake system with the Stillen exhaust system and i need some adive on what to get next.... Thinking about the stillen headers and not sure about what test pipe or hfc to put on... Any suggestions? Thanks guys

LiquidZ · 05-31-2009, 06:50 PM

I say get headers/test pipes when tuning is regularly available.

However, if you are worried about backpressure and low-end torque, stick with HFC's. Berk would be a good choice.

Crash · 06-01-2009, 03:22 AM

Another way to gain a little performance if you don't want to mod the exhaust [yet] is to get rid of some spinning mass. I recommend light weight U/D pulley and/or lighter wheels and tires if you haven't done that. Dropping weight on the wheel/tire combo makes a pretty noticeable difference.

takimbe · 06-08-2009, 06:05 PM

Sorry to Hijack, but I was going to ask the same question. I have the G3 intakes and Stillen Exhaust installed. Also getting the Stillen pulley and grounding kit done tomorrow.

cant get the HFCs or headers because they arent CARB legal in CA (damn you CA!), so I was wondering what else I could do to my Z?

semtex · 06-08-2009, 06:14 PM

You could do some minor upgrading of the brakes if you're so inclined. Like braided lines, for instance. Those things make a huge difference in brake pedal feel. Firms 'em right up! Switch the brake fluid over to Motul RBF600 while you're at it.

takimbe · 06-08-2009, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

You could do some minor upgrading of the brakes if you're so inclined. Like braided lines, for instance. Those things make a huge difference in brake pedal feel. Firms 'em right up! Switch the brake fluid over to Motul RBF600 while you're at it.

Thanks ill look into that! I guess the lack of upgrades means I can save some money for now until better stuff comes out!

CBRich · 06-08-2009, 11:53 PM

Berk HFCs really open up the exhaust.

takimbe · 06-09-2009, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by CBRich

Berk HFCs really open up the exhaust.

I want to, but I live in CA, and HFCs arent CARB legal, so when it came time for smog testing, id be screwed.

semtex · 06-09-2009, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by takimbe

I want to, but I live in CA, and HFCs arent CARB legal, so when it came time for smog testing, id be screwed.

Don't you have like 5 years before you need to get a smog test on a brand new car in CA or something like that?

Modshack · 06-09-2009, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by takimbe

I want to, but I live in CA, and HFCs arent CARB legal, so when it came time for smog testing, id be screwed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by semtex

Don't you have like 5 years before you need to get a smog test on a brand new car in CA or something like that?

5 years is a long time to wait to be screwed.....

phelan · 06-09-2009, 10:25 AM

Keep the stock stuff somewhere, and in 5 years just swap the old back in, smog test, swap back out!

2theextreme · 06-09-2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by semtex

Don't you have like 5 years before you need to get a smog test on a brand new car in CA or something like that?

I wish Virginia allowed 5 years....we only get 2 years between emissions.

semtex · 06-09-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 2theextreme

I wish Virginia allowed 5 years....we only get 2 years between emissions.

But what's the test procedure in VA? I doubt it's anywhere near as stringent as it is in CA.

2theextreme · 06-09-2009, 12:32 PM

Arrrghhh....I already paid for all the upgrades I want and this emissions pass/fail makes we wonder should I really go thru with it. I wish I understood more about cars than just starting them and filling them up with gas.

travisjb · 06-09-2009, 10:13 PM

OP, would be helpful to understand what your objectives are for the car so we can give you more targeted input on mods that you might enjoy... street only or track? if track, what level are you at / hope to be at? 1/4 mile, auto-cross, time trial, and/or wheel to wheel racing? if street only, what kind of driving? do you want to impress your lady, your buddies or just go fast? etc

Also, check out some of the member galleries for ideas on mods that have been done and impressions

05-31-2009, 06:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dino 54 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 21 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z PW M6 Rep Power: 17	Got Stillen G3 Longtube intake & Exhaust.. What next? I've got the Stillen Gen. 3 Longtube intake system with the Stillen exhaust system and i need some adive on what to get next.... Thinking about the stillen headers and not sure about what test pipe or hfc to put on... Any suggestions? Thanks guys

05-31-2009, 06:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 705	I say get headers/test pipes when tuning is regularly available. However, if you are worried about backpressure and low-end torque, stick with HFC's. Berk would be a good choice. __________________ Last edited by LiquidZ; 05-31-2009 at 06:53 PM.

06-01-2009, 03:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	Another way to gain a little performance if you don't want to mod the exhaust [yet] is to get rid of some spinning mass. I recommend light weight U/D pulley and/or lighter wheels and tires if you haven't done that. Dropping weight on the wheel/tire combo makes a pretty noticeable difference. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

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takimbe Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 223 Drives: 09' PG 370Z w/SP Rep Power: 265	Sorry to Hijack, but I was going to ask the same question. I have the G3 intakes and Stillen Exhaust installed. Also getting the Stillen pulley and grounding kit done tomorrow. cant get the HFCs or headers because they arent CARB legal in CA (damn you CA!), so I was wondering what else I could do to my Z? __________________ Stillen G3 Intakes/CBE/Pulley/Grounding Kit/Sways/Front lip \|Megan Racing Spec-RS Coils \|Amuse rear \|S-Tune Spoiler \|CF B-Pillars \|Forgestar F14 20" Bronze Burst (soon) \|Kenwood 7" HU \|Boston Acoustics speakers/Sub \|Kenwood Excelon Amp \|\|EVO-R Side Blades

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semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 54 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 33	You could do some minor upgrading of the brakes if you're so inclined. Like braided lines, for instance. Those things make a huge difference in brake pedal feel. Firms 'em right up! Switch the brake fluid over to Motul RBF600 while you're at it. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

06-08-2009, 11:53 PM	#7 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 545	Berk HFCs really open up the exhaust.

06-09-2009, 10:25 AM	#11 (permalink)
phelan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Age: 39 Posts: 9,513 Drives: Scoobaroo Rep Power: 3407	Keep the stock stuff somewhere, and in 5 years just swap the old back in, smog test, swap back out!

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2theextreme RIP Tony :( (1969-2015) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 18,802 Drives: '14 Mustang GT/CS Rep Power: 68	Arrrghhh....I already paid for all the upgrades I want and this emissions pass/fail makes we wonder should I really go thru with it. I wish I understood more about cars than just starting them and filling them up with gas. __________________ SpinTech Mufflers, Airaid CAI, JBA H-Pipe, Lethal Performance Over Axle Pipes, MMD Quarter Panel Louvers, Cervini's Ram Air Type IV Hood, Carbon Fiber Radiator Cover, GT500 Rear Valance, Quad Exhaust Tips

06-09-2009, 10:13 PM	#15 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	OP, would be helpful to understand what your objectives are for the car so we can give you more targeted input on mods that you might enjoy... street only or track? if track, what level are you at / hope to be at? 1/4 mile, auto-cross, time trial, and/or wheel to wheel racing? if street only, what kind of driving? do you want to impress your lady, your buddies or just go fast? etc Also, check out some of the member galleries for ideas on mods that have been done and impressions __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

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