I know these questions were asked a million times, but I still cant make my decision. Even after searching the forum threads I decided to ask you guys.

I have '03 6mt touring with a Pop charger only.

I was thinking of getting one of the following items:


1.Ichiba Test Pipes
http://hpautoworks.chainreactionweb....oducts_id=1106
Found them for $169

2.Ichiba Y pipe
http://hpautoworks.chainreactionweb....oducts_id=1553
$189

3.UR pulley
http://hpautoworks.chainreactionweb....roducts_id=544
$189

Which one of these three would you recommend getting 1st?
What is more bang for the buck?
What will not void warranty?
Is it a good idea to get Test Pipes & Y Pipe together and save money on installation?

Any recommendations would be appreciated.

 

Get a Motordyne 5/16 plenum Spacer then an exhaust system---Screw the pulley----Want more rev for ur buck ???? Get a JWT flywheel

 

Wont the plenum spacer void the warranty?

I would get the JWT flywheel, but the dealer just replaced my tranny and the clutch for free. Not sure I want to mess with that are of the car yet.

 

I would do the test-pipes without a doubt.

 

Test pipes sir.

 

Would you go with ichiba test pipes?

Is pop charger test pipes & plenum spacer a good combination for performance and sound?

 

Cant see as how it can ---All ur doing is correcting a proven flaw in Nissans Plenum Design----certainlly less than droppin a cat. And keep in mind that a NA motor needs a certain amount of exhaust back pressure. With the spacer u WILL notice a difference!!! Just my humble 2 cents.

 

Makes sense!
Thank you.

I guess spacer it is.
Do you think I would be able to install it myself?

 

Piece of cake --- Make sure u have a accurate in/lb torque wrench and even taking your time it should take like 3 hours ---I can do one in an hour and a half---I would suggest u get the copper throttle body heater that fits between the plenum intake and TB----also from Motordyne
Also a good time to have ur Upper plenum Powder Coated for detail --Mines black but iv had them done in red, chrome color,Yellow,---Its ur call

 

I would definatly go with a new plenum or spacer next

 

i would definetly go test pipes or the md spacer

 

spacer!

 

so far Spacer is winning!

 

if you want the MD spacer you can get it from partshippers w/ free shipping saves you a little $

 

How does a plenum spacer compare with a full plenum replacement, and how much for a plenum spacer?

 

Iso thermal or basic?

 

anthing can void your warranty, even wheels

that is totally up to the dealer

all the mods you mentioned are worthwhile, and I'd also add a spacer to the mix too

 

if you have any questions about the md products you can always call and talk to Tony. In the cold weather you might want the copper iso-thermal

 

I am in NYC so it does get cold.
I guess Iso thermal it is.

 

Actually the copper TB spacer ---Isolates the plenum, keeping it cooler ---Motor dyne offers the Coolant Control Valve that allows to to heat or not heat the plenum---You DONT need that. With the Copper TB heater ---u keep the TB warm and the plenumum cool,,,Ideal for hot climates
And to address the other question as far as pros and cons ---Spacer/Plenum----Spacer is cheaper, If 5/16 no need for modded strut and Dyno tests have shown the MD increases HP more than AAM spacer,Crawford Plenum, or Kinetix Octopus ( Winter 2006 sport Z Magazine )
And ---Hey ---I run one and am happy as Crap