Project: Mothra

G Fo12ce · 03-13-2010, 10:40 AM

I think this would be a great opportunity for someone with a budget to test a short ram style against the long tube back to back and settle exactly what the difference is. They could test the TS on the dyno then install the Stillen and measure the difference keeping which ever has more desireable results for them. I'm sure they could sell which ever doesn't work out easily.

Baker-Jackson Nissan how about it? I'm sure many members would appreciate it!

Either way repped you for a nice build with a website.

theDreamer · 03-13-2010, 10:41 AM

I have done that, I had Takeda short ram and lost HP and gain 1lb of torque, Stillen Gen III gain power (I personally have not been on the dyno but others in Houston have with the Gen III on the same dyno and showed gains).

G Fo12ce · 03-13-2010, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

I have done that, I had Takeda short ram and lost HP and gain 1lb of torque, Stillen Gen III gain power (I personally have not been on the dyno but others in Houston have with the Gen III on the same dyno and showed gains).

I don't doubt the G3 had gains, I've seen RCZ and Semtex write ups. They seem like they are doucmenting the changes on the dyno. I thought it would be intersting to see the short ram vs. the G3 back to back on the dyno with an overlay of the curves. It would be a good resource for the community.

The argument could still be made that one short ram could be designed different than the model they will use from TS, but is should be close.

CrownR426 · 03-13-2010, 12:53 PM

I expected JDM parts on these z's.
Cause smokey was tunning these but I guess not...
Still cannot wait for the results!

Baker · 03-13-2010, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by G Fo12ce

I don't doubt the G3 had gains, I've seen RCZ and Semtex write ups. They seem like they are doucmenting the changes on the dyno. I thought it would be intersting to see the short ram vs. the G3 back to back on the dyno with an overlay of the curves. It would be a good resource for the community.

The argument could still be made that one short ram could be designed different than the model they will use from TS, but is should be close.

Sounds like something we can do. We were planning on sending it back out to be Dyno'ed again this coming week with a few other changes. It won't be stock when tested with the different intakes, but we can have it run with all of our current mods with stock intake, G3 intake, and our TS intake and post it up here for you guys. At least everyone will be able to see specific differences on the same car, same dyno, on the same day.

G Fo12ce · 03-13-2010, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Baker-Jackson Nissan

Sounds like something we can do. We were planning on sending it back out to be Dyno'ed again this coming week with a few other changes. It won't be stock when tested with the different intakes, but we can have it run with all of our current mods with stock intake, G3 intake, and our TS intake and post it up here for you guys. At least everyone will be able to see specific differences on the same car, same dyno, on the same day.

Fair enough, at this point I think the N/A mods you have are mostly what people have on thier "wanted" list anyway. I think most people understand (or should) the intake will probably show a bit lower #'s on a car with other mods already done like yours. Thanks in advance for going through the extra trouble!

Endgame · 03-13-2010, 11:40 PM

Thanks Baker-Jackson!

phelan · 03-14-2010, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

I assume the TS intakes will be similar to the Amuse intakes that appear to be more a short ram intake with no heat sheilds. At least, that is how the G37s look. That said, I would be very interested to see how they perform as they will be sucking in a bunch of hot air with the hood closed....

amuse hasn't made an intake for the 370z yet...i think.

SoCal 370Z · 03-14-2010, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by phelan

amuse hasn't made an intake for the 370z yet...i think.

Not yet: Current Amuse 370Z Products

And most likely, the only way to get an Amuse intake system is to have Amuse take your Z for a special build.

NYBladeZ · 03-15-2010, 01:47 AM

any plans to change the gear ratios? Some 4.08's would set it off with low end power coming quick, I believe one member broke into the 12's with them on an auto Z.

Endgame · 03-15-2010, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by phelan

amuse hasn't made an intake for the 370z yet...i think.

My bad... I meant HKS!!!

JB-370z · 03-15-2010, 10:31 AM

HKS has made a intake for the 370 and I own one.

Baker · 03-15-2010, 04:06 PM

Great comments happening here and on the Project:Mothra facebook page -- Project Mothra | Facebook

One person reminded us that opinions are like buttholes -- for the record, we've already replaced the butthole on Mothra with a JDM fog light.

Quick question for you guys -- there have been a couple of references to "F.I." made here and on the FB page. Are you referencing "Fast Intentions" or "forced induction"? It's not always clear and we'd like to answer everyone as completely as possible.

By the way -- I mentioned last Thursday that we were having a little fun with a GT-R for Smoky to tune as well. We did a couple of pulls -- both with the Cobb on and with it off to see where we stand on that car. Here's a little teaser photo set, with more in-depth description coming...

theDreamer · 03-15-2010, 04:09 PM

It can be tough when people just say FI, it all depends on the context of the post.
With you guys though, they might be referring to forced induction since you already mention you are going with another exhaust setup.

phelan · 03-15-2010, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Baker-Jackson Nissan

Great comments happening here and on the Project:Mothra facebook page -- Project Mothra | Facebook

One person reminded us that opinions are like buttholes -- for the record, we've already replaced the butthole on Mothra with a JDM fog light.

Quick question for you guys -- there have been a couple of references to "F.I." made here and on the FB page. Are you referencing "Fast Intentions" or "forced induction"? It's not always clear and we'd like to answer everyone as completely as possible.

By the way -- I mentioned last Thursday that we were having a little fun with a GT-R for Smoky to tune as well. We did a couple of pulls -- both with the Cobb on and with it off to see where we stand on that car. Here's a little teaser photo set, with more in-depth description coming...

lol, sorry guys, that's my fault posting that on your facebook page. I mentioned F.I. LTHs, I mean the Fast Intention LTHs. I think those look outstanding.

03-13-2010, 10:40 AM	#31 (permalink)
G Fo12ce Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 996 Drives: Sold! Rep Power: 52	I think this would be a great opportunity for someone with a budget to test a short ram style against the long tube back to back and settle exactly what the difference is. They could test the TS on the dyno then install the Stillen and measure the difference keeping which ever has more desireable results for them. I'm sure they could sell which ever doesn't work out easily. Baker-Jackson Nissan how about it? I'm sure many members would appreciate it! Either way repped you for a nice build with a website. __________________ Nismo Suspension: New Owners Check Here!

03-13-2010, 10:41 AM	#32 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	I have done that, I had Takeda short ram and lost HP and gain 1lb of torque, Stillen Gen III gain power (I personally have not been on the dyno but others in Houston have with the Gen III on the same dyno and showed gains). __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

03-15-2010, 01:47 AM	#40 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	any plans to change the gear ratios? Some 4.08's would set it off with low end power coming quick, I believe one member broke into the 12's with them on an auto Z. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

03-15-2010, 10:31 AM	#42 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	HKS has made a intake for the 370 and I own one. __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

03-15-2010, 04:09 PM	#44 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	It can be tough when people just say FI, it all depends on the context of the post. With you guys though, they might be referring to forced induction since you already mention you are going with another exhaust setup. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

03-13-2010, 12:53 PM	#34 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	I expected JDM parts on these z's. Cause smokey was tunning these but I guess not... Still cannot wait for the results!

03-13-2010, 11:40 PM	#37 (permalink)
Endgame A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,613 Drives: Nothing Now! Rep Power: 224	Thanks Baker-Jackson!

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