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I would like to stay under 4k at this time and really don't want to touch the engine. So far after reading these responses I am leaning toward Akrapovic exhaust

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Old 01-23-2014, 12:16 PM   #16 (permalink)
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I would like to stay under 4k at this time and really don't want to touch the engine.

So far after reading these responses I am leaning toward

Akrapovic exhaust
Stollen gen ii intake
Art resonanate test pipes

Anyone have any experience with nismo intake?

Also concept z performance has the akrapovic for 2195... Don't know of that's good.

Akrapovic ME-NI/SS/1 Titanium Evolution Exhaust System 08+ Nissan 370Z - Free Shipping! - Nissan performance parts
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U want to gain the most HP with little work....
Injen CAI + HFC + non res exhaust system + UpRev profession tune
I gained approx 5OHP & 45ftq @wheels with that set up.
Nice setup! But the Non-Res exhaust will be too loud.
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Going from ~280 to ~320 whp is a significant amount. You'll absolutely feel it. That's a 15% power increase.
By significant I was thinking FI. To be clear what I tried to say is he was to spend all that money on those bolt on mods, might as well either go with FI or just cosmetic mods. Just my
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By significant I was thinking FI. To be clear what I tried to say is he was to spend all that money on those bolt on mods, might as well either go with FI or just cosmetic mods. Just my
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1. No actual engine or suspension mods needed, not going to track the car.
Between that and the fact it's an auto, boosting a car is pretty much out. Plus, it costs a hell of a lot more than bolt ons. If you buy used parts, you can get that 40-50 whp for $2-3k. Even if you cut corners, FI will cost 3x that.
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Between that and the fact it's an auto, boosting a car is pretty much out. Plus, it costs a hell of a lot more than bolt ons. If you buy used parts, you can get that 40-50 whp for $2-3k. Even if you cut corners, FI will cost 3x that.
lol FINE! Then go with bolt ons!
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Nice setup! But the Non-Res exhaust will be too loud.
I love how it sounds. I don't think i could ever fo with a resonated exhaust after hearing non res
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Thanks for all the quick replies. Looking forward to start the mods.
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Very good answers from our forum vets. I would choose post MAF tubes over Stillen Gen II's based only on price. The gains will be 95% the same. One thing that people had failed to mention that is documented in our http://www.the370z.com/tuning/55417-...ns-thread.html is tuning. If you replace your exhaust cats and intakes, it's a great idea to get it tuned.

If/when you start craving more power, might I suggest this? http://www.z1motorsports.com/g37_370...oducts_id=7223 I'll caution and say they don't work with the Motordyne ART pipes. They require VQ35DE TP's/HFC's/ART pipes.
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4. Akrapovic Titanium Evolution Exhaust – seems a bit on the muted side, but excellent build? Listened to clips and sounds good. Anything else to suggest for a system?

Akrapovic is a good company I had one on my R1... But on our cars I think youll be more happy with Fast Intentions...
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I was on the same boat with you on not touching the engine (I'm a very conservative person). But I've been thinking of getting a tune later down the line. If I remember correctly, aftermarket CAI will have our Z running a bit lean. *Someone please correct me if I'm wrong*

Is there a specific reason on why you wouldn't want your car getting a tune?

Like others mentioned, CAI,HFC/TP, CBE, and a proper tune can easily put out 310+ whp. The stock avg dyno is around 280whp (on a good day)
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No a tune would be fine. What exactly will be tuned post these mods? Have dealership tune?
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Btw, I'm sure you're big fan of Akrapovic judging by your enthusiasm in motorcycles. I rode dirt bikes my whole life and my brother races motorcycles all the time and I have vast knowledge in regards to Akrapovic exhaust in motorcycles. I know how good they are.

HOWEVER.......when it comes to 370z, I honestly believe that Akrapovic doesn't really reflect the potential they have on bikes. Looking at the Akrapovic exhaust you posted, it doesn't have whole lotta gains in power or in weight reduction. And Akrapovic exhaust was never popular/talked about in the 370z forum.
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That's good to know. I am sure I can search exhaust threads, but given what everyone has been suggesting, are there any other exhausts worth looking at?
I had been considering hks and mortordyne before...
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