Need some suggestions!

jaedub · 04-22-2015, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

Stupid question... will the FI cat-back make any significant gains on a NISMO? I only ask because if I've read correctly the midpipes are different on those cars and that's where most of the extra 18hp supposedly comes from...

I'm sure there will be gains for the Nismo but it shouldn't be too significant. Some people in the forum dynoed a stock Z with the Nismo exhaust and got some gains but not as much as other aftermarket exhaust. And I'm assuming FI gains comes from smooth flow of the 2.5 inch pipe as a whole. Stock is 2 inch.

njobe89 · 04-22-2015, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by jaedub

You have to go with Fast Intentions cat back exhaust. It has one of the most, if not the highest, gains for the 370z.....not to mention the orgasmic tone. Also affordable.

I got Takeda stage II over the Stillen mainly because of the fact that I didn't have to cut anything. It's also significantly cheaper as opposed to Stillen 3G. Got mine for $399 shipped!

As for HFC, Berk or Stillen is a solid choice. But I prefer TP over HFC if you don't mind the cabin noise too much.

And with the fine tune, you'd be pushing upwards of 320whp+

not sure where that comes from... from what i've seen almost every exhaust promises you the same amount of power.

jaedub · 04-22-2015, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by njobe89

not sure where that comes from... from what i've seen almost every exhaust promises you the same amount of power.

On paper, yes. But dyno figure tells different story. From what I've seen, FI dynos higher than many other exhaust out there

njobe89 · 04-22-2015, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jaedub

On paper, yes. But dyno figure tells different story. From what I've seen, FI dynos higher than many other exhaust out there

can't comment on that. i haven't seen each exhaust dynoed to be able to see the difference. based on what people have in their sigs, almost everyone comes to around the same whp.

not trying to knock anything against f.i.

speedfreek · 04-22-2015, 01:13 PM

Changing to TP's or HFC's is where you free up most of that hp. Any free flowing exhaust is going to net about the same. So on the exhaust front it really comes down to what looks and sounds best to you with your whole setup.

enrique_370 · 04-23-2015, 02:45 PM

What about upgrading the 370z intake plenum is this wise to do? Sorry for the Noob question. I am getting that ol so nice mod bug myself. My black z is daily driven and besides the transmission being tricky I love this car more than my old 2006 c6.

Duc_Z09 · 04-23-2015, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by enrique_370

What about upgrading the 370z intake plenum is this wise to do? Sorry for the Noob question. I am getting that ol so nice mod bug myself. My black z is daily driven and besides the transmission being tricky I love this car more than my old 2006 c6.

From what I've been reading (and I'm a newb too) it's rather expensive to get any meaningful HP gains out of this car without going forced induction. Back when I had a Mustang I could throw cheap parts at it and feel every one of them make a difference... With the Z you're already pushing 330+ HP out of a 3.7L v6 so there's not nearly as much room to grow on a N/A build. I'm just not sure dropping upwards of $4k on a tune, exhaust, intake, and some bolt-ons is worth it for like maybe 50 HP.

Just my

BlackZeda · 04-23-2015, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

From what I've been reading (and I'm a newb too) it's rather expensive to get any meaningful HP gains out of this car without going forced induction. Back when I had a Mustang I could throw cheap parts at it and feel every one of them make a difference... With the Z you're already pushing 330+ HP out of a 3.7L v6 so there's not nearly as much room to grow on a N/A build. I'm just not sure dropping upwards of $4k on a tune, exhaust, intake, and some bolt-ons is worth it for like maybe 50 HP.

Just my

I think a lot of Z owners just love the car and don't mind spending some dough to customize/upgrade it. Last summer I was thinking about replacing the Z and realized that buying something faster/more expensive would be a mistake because it just wouldn't be any more fun and definitely not as good looking.

Duc_Z09 · 04-23-2015, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

I think a lot of Z owners just love the car and don't mind spending some dough to customize/upgrade it. Last summer I was thinking about replacing the Z and realized that buying something faster/more expensive would be a mistake because it just wouldn't be any more fun and definitely not as good looking.

I definitely get that. And from your sig you've been going about it the right way, with appearance and driveability mods that make you enjoy the car more, not necessarily make it go faster.

Kbiz26 · 04-24-2015, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

From what I've been reading (and I'm a newb too) it's rather expensive to get any meaningful HP gains out of this car without going forced induction. Back when I had a Mustang I could throw cheap parts at it and feel every one of them make a difference... With the Z you're already pushing 330+ HP out of a 3.7L v6 so there's not nearly as much room to grow on a N/A build. I'm just not sure dropping upwards of $4k on a tune, exhaust, intake, and some bolt-ons is worth it for like maybe 50 HP.

Just my

I agree, the more I look at possible mods and their cost vs hp gains the more I'm thinking that talking the wifey into getting STILLEN Supercharger System - Polished 407770P | STILLEN
Is the way to go!

Duc_Z09 · 04-24-2015, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Kbiz26

I agree, the more I look at possible mods and their cost vs hp gains the more I'm thinking that talking the wifey into getting STILLEN Supercharger System - Polished 407770P | STILLEN
Is the way to go!

IMO you're better off with this. It's what I want to eventually get. AAM Competition - Nissan GT-R, 370Z Turbo Performance Specialists

Kbiz26 · 04-25-2015, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

IMO you're better off with this. It's what I want to eventually get. AAM Competition - Nissan GT-R, 370Z Turbo Performance Specialists

That kit does look pretty BA but I found the Stillen SC turn key polished for a little over 6k. That TT is 10k and turbos take much more tweaking than SC in my experience. I like how the Stillen takes minor modification and once it's in you pretty much don't have to tinker with it much... Plus it's 4k less

GSS138 · 04-23-2015, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Kbiz26

I have a 11' 370 in gun metal and I love this car! It's the sport touring package and I'm looking at modding some things. I sold my 05' G35 coupe with a Vortech supercharger that had 462hp to the wheels so I'd like to add so hp to my Z but not looking to add a turbo or sc on my Z right now. I know this is a matter of opinion and may spark some debate, but I'd like to add dual CAI, HFCs, etc. I'm thinking that I'd like all aftermarket parts to be from the same company, but if one company makes the best exhaust and another makes the best HFCs then I wouldn't be opposed to going with different manufacturers. Which company, in your opinions, make the best aftermarket products for my 11' Z? I was kinda leaned my to Stillen, but Injen, Berk and a few others make nice stuff too. Also, I was considering staying with all Nismo parts but I need help! Thanks in advance guys and I'll get some pics uploaded asap!

I think Berk makes the lightest HFC's. Their CBE is a little heavier than FI's I believe by like 5 lbs or so, but it's a great combo and quality stuff.

Stealthrider2 · 04-24-2015, 01:16 PM

I have the titanium Litespeed dual CAI along with their racing exhaust (way lighter then any other and sounds badass) and the FI resonated test pipes and I love the set up.

Stealthrider2 · 04-24-2015, 01:19 PM

I have the titanium Litespeed dual CAI along with their racing exhaust (way lighter then any other and sounds badass) and the FI resonated test pipes and I love the set up! Both companies are great to work with and very helpful.

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speedfreek A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 1,724 Drives: '12 370Z PW 6sp Rep Power: 19	Changing to TP's or HFC's is where you free up most of that hp. Any free flowing exhaust is going to net about the same. So on the exhaust front it really comes down to what looks and sounds best to you with your whole setup. GSS138 and Duc_Z09 like this. __________________ Tomei\|Berk\|Takeda\|ZSpeed\|Fortune Auto\|Swift\|Eibach\|SPL\|Carbotech\|Motul\|Powertrix\|Stillen\|Aerojacket\|Z1\|Forgestar\|Enkei\|Project Kics\|Nismo Ti\|Llumar speedfreek's journal

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Stealthrider2 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Reading Posts: 65 Drives: "11 Black Beauty Rep Power: 12	I have the titanium Litespeed dual CAI along with their racing exhaust (way lighter then any other and sounds badass) and the FI resonated test pipes and I love the set up! Both companies are great to work with and very helpful. Last edited by Stealthrider2; 04-24-2015 at 01:20 PM. Reason: Added additional tonpost

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enrique_370 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 106 Drives: 2013-black-m6 :) Rep Power: 14	What about upgrading the 370z intake plenum is this wise to do? Sorry for the Noob question. I am getting that ol so nice mod bug myself. My black z is daily driven and besides the transmission being tricky I love this car more than my old 2006 c6.

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Stealthrider2 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Reading Posts: 65 Drives: "11 Black Beauty Rep Power: 12	I have the titanium Litespeed dual CAI along with their racing exhaust (way lighter then any other and sounds badass) and the FI resonated test pipes and I love the set up.