Plenum Shootout test.
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Plenum Shootout test.
After my NA engine build is complete (build link), I plan on performing a plenum test prior to bringing the car home to help out those looking for a good plenum for their non FI car. Below are the plenum configurations I plan to test and the ones I will be receiving from the manufacturer or have bought previously.
1. Cosworth Plenum (personal item)
2. Motordyne ISO 5/16" + MREV2 (provided by Motordyne Engineering)
3. Skunk2 5/8" Spacer (provided by Skunk2) + Revup Lower (personal item)
I was intending to test the Powerlab 3/8" spacer since it's quite a popular one but unfortunately I have not been able to successfully come into contact with Intensepower/Powerlab.
Edit: I've also omitted the Kinetix as well as the Crawford plenum as those have been already proven to be worthless for NA application.
Edit to: I've omitted the Kinetix SSV as it has shown disappointing results on NA cars. Crawford was also left out as the performance is very similar to a spacer but at a higher price.
If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Test will probably be done in a few weeks. I'll keep things updated as I get more information.
Update 10/29/2009: I just sent an email to Kinetix Racing to see if they would like to provide a V+ for the test and if they believe my statement on the SSV is incorrect. Also I've updated the paragraph to clarify things about the Crawford and Kinetix.
1. Cosworth Plenum (personal item)
2. Motordyne ISO 5/16" + MREV2 (provided by Motordyne Engineering)
3. Skunk2 5/8" Spacer (provided by Skunk2) + Revup Lower (personal item)
I was intending to test the Powerlab 3/8" spacer since it's quite a popular one but unfortunately I have not been able to successfully come into contact with Intensepower/Powerlab.
Edit: I've also omitted the Kinetix as well as the Crawford plenum as those have been already proven to be worthless for NA application.
Edit to: I've omitted the Kinetix SSV as it has shown disappointing results on NA cars. Crawford was also left out as the performance is very similar to a spacer but at a higher price.
If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Test will probably be done in a few weeks. I'll keep things updated as I get more information.
Update 10/29/2009: I just sent an email to Kinetix Racing to see if they would like to provide a V+ for the test and if they believe my statement on the SSV is incorrect. Also I've updated the paragraph to clarify things about the Crawford and Kinetix.
Last edited by gabe3d; 10-29-2009 at 05:42 AM.
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I think you can easily do this by asking a moderator delete your username or by simply not coming to the site.
It's a good point that you bring up. This will definitely legitimize the test further, however I don't believe it'll be possible to have an open invitation but perhaps bringing a few might be possible. I'll ask the shop before hand.
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Perhaps worthless is too strong of a word but, based on the previous shootout that was done in the Nissan Sport Magazine, there really is no point in testing it out. Do you remember any more details about the Kinetix showing gains on the cammed car? If it shows interesting perhaps I may pursue getting a hold of one.
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The Kinetix plenum in that test was not the SSV. It was the plastic "recreation" of the Crawford 1 piece upper design with a notch that allowed you to use the factory STB. That notch probably had much to do with its poor performance.
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Pretty sure I won't be able to run into a free one, but I can always ask Kinetix (SSV and not the Racing V+ correct?) to lend one if you have seen from a prior test that it will give good gains on cammed NA cars. Let me know. I want to make this test as thorough as possible since it will benefit my build as well as the community.
Last edited by gabe3d; 10-27-2009 at 11:24 AM.
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Pretty sure I won't be able to run into a free one, but I can always ask Kinetix (SSV and not the Racing V+ correct?) to lend one if you have seen from a prior test that it will give good gains on cammed NA cars. Let me know. I want to make this test as thorough as possible since it will benefit my build as well as the community.
Maybe somebody can lend you their SSV plenum. Hell, if ya need a stock revup plenum you can borrow mine as well. I'll ship it to ya too as long as you ship it back.
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After my NA engine build is complete (build link), I plan on performing a plenum test prior to bringing the car home to help out those looking for a good plenum for their non FI car. Below are the plenum configurations I plan to test and the ones I will be receiving from the manufacturer or have bought previously.
1. Cosworth Plenum (personal item)
2. Motordyne ISO 5/16" + MREV2 (provided by Motordyne Engineering)
3. Skunk2 1/2" Spacer (provided by Skunk2) + Revup Lower (personal item)
I was intending to test the Powerlab 3/8" spacer since it's quite a popular one but unfortunately I have not been able to successfully come into contact with Intensepower/Powerlab. I've also omitted the Kinetix as well as the Crawford plenum as those have been already proven to be worthless for NA application.
If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Test will probably be done in a few weeks. I'll keep things updated as I get more information.
1. Cosworth Plenum (personal item)
2. Motordyne ISO 5/16" + MREV2 (provided by Motordyne Engineering)
3. Skunk2 1/2" Spacer (provided by Skunk2) + Revup Lower (personal item)
I was intending to test the Powerlab 3/8" spacer since it's quite a popular one but unfortunately I have not been able to successfully come into contact with Intensepower/Powerlab. I've also omitted the Kinetix as well as the Crawford plenum as those have been already proven to be worthless for NA application.
If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Test will probably be done in a few weeks. I'll keep things updated as I get more information.
Edit: For the sake of science and experimentation I look forward to the results.
Edit 2: I also agree with what has been said above about the Crawford Plenum not being "worthless."
Last edited by Kwame; 10-27-2009 at 01:13 PM.
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Worthless was the wrong word to use, but like I corrected myself above it's more because of the similar gains the crawford gives when comparing it to the MD. Therefore the premium you pay (close to double) for the crawford is in turn non beneficial.
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I got my Crawford V5 used for way cheaper than what you can get a spacer used for!
IMHO, the issue of worthiness should be a function of performance. How much were those Kinetix SS plenums???!!!
Once the performance of each is subjectively measured, it should be up to the reader if the price for said product makes it "worthy" or not.
But then again, we all aren't made of $ so I can understand how cost could be a factor when it's already been dyno'd against two spacers you are going to dyno again.
IMHO, the issue of worthiness should be a function of performance. How much were those Kinetix SS plenums???!!!
Once the performance of each is subjectively measured, it should be up to the reader if the price for said product makes it "worthy" or not.
But then again, we all aren't made of $ so I can understand how cost could be a factor when it's already been dyno'd against two spacers you are going to dyno again.
Last edited by Jeff92se; 10-27-2009 at 02:19 PM.
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ANGLED SPACER
I just got done installing an Angled Spacer and Checking Tune on my car.
In my case the Tune is Unchanged or very minimal changes acured, no need to change tune. ( for Example 11.60 AFR changed to 11.65 or 11.68 in Hi Boost)
The car was a little Rich as it was..........
The car pulls very hard in the Mid Range and Upper Range.
I just got done installing an Angled Spacer and Checking Tune on my car.
In my case the Tune is Unchanged or very minimal changes acured, no need to change tune. ( for Example 11.60 AFR changed to 11.65 or 11.68 in Hi Boost)
The car was a little Rich as it was..........
The car pulls very hard in the Mid Range and Upper Range.
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Z1 Plenum Spacer
This angled aluminum plenum spacer for your 350Z - G35 VQ35DE is specially designed to increase airflow to your engine while allowing you to keep the factory strut tower brace. Raising the plenum lets your engine breathe better allowing for noticeable gains in power. This kit comes complete with a new plenum gasket and new bolts to make for an easy install.
View Z1 Motorsports' Installation Manual HERE.
$144.00
I hear their products are actually really good and for a spacer, you can't go wrong with that price....If it works almost as good or just as good as the MD's, that's a great alternative.