K&N vs Takeda intake

dudesky · 07-16-2012, 12:04 AM

hello Z lovers,
I can't decided on between K&N and Takeda intake.
Prices are pretty close, and I guess performance too?? I'm not trying to spend a lot on intake as my budget won't allow me too, (wish I can get Stillen Gen3) so I must decide either between Takeda or K&N. What do you guys think?? Any opinions or suggestions??

NickTurnon · 07-16-2012, 12:20 AM

I recently found out that you can buy K & N Drop in Filters & Post MAF Tubes and the gains will be +15-16HP (dyno'd)- Not only that but the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227 for a cold air intake- not hot like the typhoons

Amazon.com: 09-11 Nissan 370Z 3.7L VQ37VHR HPS Silicone Post MAF Air Intake Hose Blue: Automotive

K&N Drop-in Air Filter for Nissan 350z/370z and Infiniti G37/G25

I think i am going to jump on this soon. I really wanted some cool looking Intakes, but these really wont look all that bad

binary0x01 · 07-16-2012, 02:42 AM

That's what I'm going for also, I've dropped in the K&N's, and was doing the Z1 MAF tube install, however, had to go back to stock tubes till tomorrow, because we gotta cut the Z1 tubes since they're too long. So friendly heads up on that...

dudesky · 07-16-2012, 08:02 AM

"the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227"
K&N intake is around about 280~300 in average. so instead of spending $227 for it, isn't it better just getting a legit intake???

kenny's 370z · 07-16-2012, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dudesky

"the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227"
K&N intake is around about 280~300 in average. so instead of spending $227 for it, isn't it better just getting a legit intake???

i can tell you i have felt the oem air boxes after having the ac on and they were pretty hot.so i can imagine how much hot air the k&n typhoons would be sucking in with the ac on or being held in traffic.now if you dont have to run the ac and be held in traffic,then the oem air boxes will stay cool to the touch.i would love to have the k&n typhoons as i think they look great.i allso like to run the ac when its 95+ out.which means heat soak and this engine needs all the cool air it can get.i might get them and run them in the winter time only though lol

dudesky · 07-16-2012, 10:28 AM

I never turn AC on eventhough it is 100+ out haha Idk i just don't like turning AC on since I love my windows rolled down and hear my exhaust

but f*** I like Takeda short ram better than Typhoon somehow XD

kenny's 370z · 07-16-2012, 10:30 AM

oh trust me,i hate running the ac too but as hot as its been here where i live lately, (105-109),i have no choice

dudesky · 07-16-2012, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenny's 370z

oh trust me,i hate running the ac too but as hot as its been here where i live lately, (105-109),i have no choice

haha I feel you bro XD

Chan Chee Hoe · 07-16-2012, 10:56 AM

Just fitted the "HKS R-Suction" system,power is up a bit.

B&W_Evader · 07-16-2012, 11:06 AM

Man I must be getting old... I love my AC

Quote:

Originally Posted by dudesky

I never turn AC on eventhough it is 100+ out haha Idk i just don't like turning AC on since I love my windows rolled down and hear my exhaust

but f*** I like Takeda short ram better than Typhoon somehow XD

NickTurnon · 07-16-2012, 11:40 AM

I love my AC too! When its 117 its great. & I cant see running Hot air intakes in AZ. I don't have the money for Stillens.

But i do agree that the looks of the short rams are dope

lemon-fresh · 07-16-2012, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NickTurnon

I recently found out that you can buy K & N Drop in Filters & Post MAF Tubes and the gains will be +15-16HP (dyno'd)- Not only that but the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227 for a cold air intake- not hot like the typhoons

Where did you find that? You can't just add the numbers from multiple mods together.

NickTurnon · 07-16-2012, 12:28 PM

"The Stillen G3 claims 18.33whp, Takeda Stage 2 Intake claims 15whp, K&N Typhoon 13-15whp & the K&N Replacement Filters plus Post-MAF Intake Hose (10whp for filters & 6.77whp for Post-MAF) 16.77whp"

Post Maf Tubes & Drop-ins, worth it??

lemon-fresh · 07-16-2012, 12:40 PM

Mod hp numbers don't stack dude. You can't simply add them together.

dudesky · 07-16-2012, 02:00 PM

I think I should just go with HPS silicone MAF hose.

07-16-2012, 12:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
dudesky Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kraid's lair Posts: 516 Drives: E46 M3 6MT Rep Power: 15	K&N vs Takeda intake hello Z lovers, I can't decided on between K&N and Takeda intake. Prices are pretty close, and I guess performance too?? I'm not trying to spend a lot on intake as my budget won't allow me too, (wish I can get Stillen Gen3) so I must decide either between Takeda or K&N. What do you guys think?? Any opinions or suggestions??

07-16-2012, 02:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
binary0x01 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 892 Drives: 2012 6-SPEED 3.7L Z Rep Power: 14	That's what I'm going for also, I've dropped in the K&N's, and was doing the Z1 MAF tube install, however, had to go back to stock tubes till tomorrow, because we gotta cut the Z1 tubes since they're too long. So friendly heads up on that... __________________ Tune (by Seb@SpecialtyZ) -- Upgraded Parts List : When in doubt, use brute force; if it doesn't work, you aren't using enough.

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07-16-2012, 12:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	I recently found out that you can buy K & N Drop in Filters & Post MAF Tubes and the gains will be +15-16HP (dyno'd)- Not only that but the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227 for a cold air intake- not hot like the typhoons Amazon.com: 09-11 Nissan 370Z 3.7L VQ37VHR HPS Silicone Post MAF Air Intake Hose Blue: Automotive K&N Drop-in Air Filter for Nissan 350z/370z and Infiniti G37/G25 I think i am going to jump on this soon. I really wanted some cool looking Intakes, but these really wont look all that bad

07-16-2012, 08:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
dudesky Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kraid's lair Posts: 516 Drives: E46 M3 6MT Rep Power: 15	"the drop ins are about $100 bucks + tubes $127.00= $227" K&N intake is around about 280~300 in average. so instead of spending $227 for it, isn't it better just getting a legit intake???

07-16-2012, 10:28 AM	#6 (permalink)
dudesky Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kraid's lair Posts: 516 Drives: E46 M3 6MT Rep Power: 15	I never turn AC on eventhough it is 100+ out haha Idk i just don't like turning AC on since I love my windows rolled down and hear my exhaust but f*** I like Takeda short ram better than Typhoon somehow XD

07-16-2012, 10:30 AM	#7 (permalink)
kenny's 370z Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: TN Age: 58 Posts: 243 Drives: 2012 frontier sv v6 Rep Power: 13	oh trust me,i hate running the ac too but as hot as its been here where i live lately, (105-109),i have no choice

07-16-2012, 10:56 AM	#9 (permalink)
Chan Chee Hoe Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 861 Drives: 370z,Yellow,7sp A Rep Power: 17	Just fitted the "HKS R-Suction" system,power is up a bit.

07-16-2012, 11:40 AM	#11 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	I love my AC too! When its 117 its great. & I cant see running Hot air intakes in AZ. I don't have the money for Stillens. But i do agree that the looks of the short rams are dope

07-16-2012, 12:28 PM	#13 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	"The Stillen G3 claims 18.33whp, Takeda Stage 2 Intake claims 15whp, K&N Typhoon 13-15whp & the K&N Replacement Filters plus Post-MAF Intake Hose (10whp for filters & 6.77whp for Post-MAF) 16.77whp" Post Maf Tubes & Drop-ins, worth it??

07-16-2012, 12:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
lemon-fresh Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Calgary Age: 40 Posts: 471 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 13	Mod hp numbers don't stack dude. You can't simply add them together.

07-16-2012, 02:00 PM	#15 (permalink)
dudesky Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kraid's lair Posts: 516 Drives: E46 M3 6MT Rep Power: 15	I think I should just go with HPS silicone MAF hose.