What are among the best cold air intakes for a Nismo and their advantages?

jcasti07 · 10-03-2012, 01:04 AM

Hey guys,

I'm considering upgrading my Nismo's OEM intakes, but I'm no expert at which cold air intakes are the best on the market. Can anyone give me some insight as to which are available and their advantages? Any advice is appreciated, thanks.

370Z Purist · 10-03-2012, 01:16 AM

Stillen G3's are pretty much the accepted "standard" on the forum. They're the most commonly done and have proven gains which are very consistent from car to car.

If you're still looking at long tube types, there's Akuma Motorsports' intake, Takeda's intake, and there's also Nissan's NISMO R-Tunes. Those all show similar gains and price (except for the Nismo which I believe is very expensive in comparison, but absolutely zero cutting/trimming).

Some forum members have also had great experience with R2C intakes, which are a short ram type.

Generally speaking, your gains come from a straighter, less turbulent flow pattern, as the accordion segment in the stock intakes (which are already true cold air) damages the air flow, causing turbulence and slowing flow. It's part of the reason why post-MAF tubes and K&N drop ins are a popular alternative to a full intake (as it shows decent gains as well).

jcasti07 · 10-03-2012, 03:01 AM

thanks! I'll definitely look into the stillen. from what I'm reading it's pretty popular among the forum members.

Kingbaby · 10-03-2012, 03:06 AM

Injen were a little better quality on the Z33

Hotrodz · 10-03-2012, 08:43 AM

There are two reviews in MotoIq, one on Stillen gen III and the other AEM. Both are top quality with similar gains. AEM make theirs in a NISMO model much like Injen.

jcosta79 · 10-03-2012, 09:54 AM

Gen III Stillens won't just bolt on. You have to make some minor modifications to make them fit on a Nismo. It's nothing major and many have done it, but I just thought I would give you a heads up in case you didn't feel like cutting up your Nismo.

I went with K&N Typhoons. I love them.

lemon-fresh · 10-03-2012, 12:03 PM

you have to cut both the regular Z and the nismo for the G3. The takeda/greddy intake requires no cutting. The injen requires you to move the washer fluid tank.

If you are looking for gains don't get short rams (let the argument commence). Stillen is the most proven solution at the moment. Silicone MAF tubes and new filters is probably the best bang for your buck solution.

1st · 10-03-2012, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by lemon-fresh

you have to cut both the regular Z and the nismo for the G3. The takeda/greddy intake requires no cutting

But aren’t they both located in the same area? What’s the difference anybody know?

lemon-fresh · 10-03-2012, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st

But aren’t they both located in the same area? What’s the difference anybody know?

Good question, I think the takeda/greddy tubing diameter may be smaller. If there is no diameter difference I'd go with t/g hands down. I'm still trying to figure out which CAI option I want to go with, waffle between the two constantly.

SS_Firehawk · 10-03-2012, 01:17 PM

I went with AEMs. I installed them after installed headers and exhaust. Gains were dramatic after 6500 rpm, don't expect too much lower than that due to the efficiency of the stock setup. The ETI module that comes with the AEM's may seem like a gimmick, but they kept my AFR's from going too lean without tuning. ETI will adjust the MAF sensors to read correctly with the larger diameter tubing. Another bonus is having dry filters, no oiling. But the biggest reason I bought them was because I found the dark grey powder coated ones for $372 on Amazon... That's a screaming deal.

Like the other guys have mentioned, Stillen G3's are the standard. If you ever want to put the stock ones back on for resell, you may want to go another route. Luckily, we have a lot of options.

1st · 10-03-2012, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lemon-fresh

Good question, I think the takeda/greddy tubing diameter may be smaller. If there is no diameter difference I'd go with t/g hands down. I'm still trying to figure out which CAI option I want to go with, waffle between the two constantly.

Same here bro. I'm leaning towards the G3 but the T/G set up is nice to. I like the 1 filter set up with the center bolt to keep it secure.

DCNISMO · 10-03-2012, 02:07 PM

I have the Nissan Nismo cold air intake on my Nismo. I like it as there is no cutting involved and it uses dry filters too. Search in here and you can see the pictures I posted.

jcosta79 · 10-03-2012, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DCNISMO

I have the Nissan Nismo cold air intake on my Nismo.

370Z Purist · 10-03-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jcosta79

You clever bastard.

DCNISMO · 10-03-2012, 02:55 PM

Is that dude still rapping? Since pimp my ride ended..he seems to have disappeared...

10-03-2012, 01:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
jcasti07 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: El Paso Posts: 171 Drives: red '15 Mustang GT Rep Power: 13	What are among the best cold air intakes for a Nismo and their advantages? Hey guys, I'm considering upgrading my Nismo's OEM intakes, but I'm no expert at which cold air intakes are the best on the market. Can anyone give me some insight as to which are available and their advantages? Any advice is appreciated, thanks.

10-03-2012, 01:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
370Z Purist A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Zion, Illinois Posts: 1,873 Drives: '09 370Z-T BS M6 Rep Power: 19	Stillen G3's are pretty much the accepted "standard" on the forum. They're the most commonly done and have proven gains which are very consistent from car to car. If you're still looking at long tube types, there's Akuma Motorsports' intake, Takeda's intake, and there's also Nissan's NISMO R-Tunes. Those all show similar gains and price (except for the Nismo which I believe is very expensive in comparison, but absolutely zero cutting/trimming). Some forum members have also had great experience with R2C intakes, which are a short ram type. Generally speaking, your gains come from a straighter, less turbulent flow pattern, as the accordion segment in the stock intakes (which are already true cold air) damages the air flow, causing turbulence and slowing flow. It's part of the reason why post-MAF tubes and K&N drop ins are a popular alternative to a full intake (as it shows decent gains as well). __________________ -Phil "Since one of my brake light bulbs just went out, the forum told me that my piston rings are about to blow."

10-03-2012, 08:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	There are two reviews in MotoIq, one on Stillen gen III and the other AEM. Both are top quality with similar gains. AEM make theirs in a NISMO model much like Injen. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

10-03-2012, 09:54 AM	#6 (permalink)
jcosta79 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: N/A Posts: 1,430 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 15	Gen III Stillens won't just bolt on. You have to make some minor modifications to make them fit on a Nismo. It's nothing major and many have done it, but I just thought I would give you a heads up in case you didn't feel like cutting up your Nismo. I went with K&N Typhoons. I love them. __________________ 2012 PW NISMO #0559 - GT Spec Brace Kit - Swift Springs - ARK TP & Invidia CBE K&N Intake - UpRev Tune - 15mm Z1 Spacers & Studs - StopTech Slotted Rotors & SS Lines - ZSpeed CMAK with Stage 2 Clutch and Lightweight Flywheel

10-03-2012, 01:17 PM	#10 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	I went with AEMs. I installed them after installed headers and exhaust. Gains were dramatic after 6500 rpm, don't expect too much lower than that due to the efficiency of the stock setup. The ETI module that comes with the AEM's may seem like a gimmick, but they kept my AFR's from going too lean without tuning. ETI will adjust the MAF sensors to read correctly with the larger diameter tubing. Another bonus is having dry filters, no oiling. But the biggest reason I bought them was because I found the dark grey powder coated ones for $372 on Amazon... That's a screaming deal. Like the other guys have mentioned, Stillen G3's are the standard. If you ever want to put the stock ones back on for resell, you may want to go another route. Luckily, we have a lot of options. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

10-03-2012, 03:01 AM	#3 (permalink)
jcasti07 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: El Paso Posts: 171 Drives: red '15 Mustang GT Rep Power: 13	thanks! I'll definitely look into the stillen. from what I'm reading it's pretty popular among the forum members.

10-03-2012, 12:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
lemon-fresh Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Calgary Age: 40 Posts: 471 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 13	you have to cut both the regular Z and the nismo for the G3. The takeda/greddy intake requires no cutting. The injen requires you to move the washer fluid tank. If you are looking for gains don't get short rams (let the argument commence). Stillen is the most proven solution at the moment. Silicone MAF tubes and new filters is probably the best bang for your buck solution.

10-03-2012, 02:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 179	I have the Nissan Nismo cold air intake on my Nismo. I like it as there is no cutting involved and it uses dry filters too. Search in here and you can see the pictures I posted.

10-03-2012, 02:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 179	Is that dude still rapping? Since pimp my ride ended..he seems to have disappeared...

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