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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 04:56 PM
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Default What mod has the most bang for the buck?

my budget for my next mod will be <$500...
i have an intake and exhaust already, but im looking for something that actually gives a good hp boost... anything out there?

i'm also thinking about getting a set of headers in the near future... how much do they cost for a 350z? and what brand of headers is the best? i'm obviously new to the forum and this is my first z, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 04:58 PM
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spacer and mrev 2

PS. Put this in the mod section
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Best bang for your buck? Nitrous.

Aslo, unless you plan on putting them in yourself, don't bother with headers.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:01 PM
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turbonator
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turbonator

haha, i love that reply...
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i have nitrous in my maxima.... i hardly ever used it because it's such a hassle to go get refills........
what are spacers and mrev2s?

i plan on installing the headers myself..... (with the help of one of my mechanic friends, that is)
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:05 PM
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Originally Posted by jrforrester
haha, i love that reply...
i don't get it.
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Varis air duck.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:08 PM
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www.motordyneengineering.com

MREV2 and 5/16th plenum spacer. this is only for the revvup motor. if you don't have the revvup, just get the spacer.

IMO (cuz I did not dyno after each install) I'd have to say I got more power from my test pipes.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:13 PM
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Originally Posted by oclor
spacer and mrev 2

PS. Put this in the mod section
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ekim81
i have nitrous in my maxima.... i hardly ever used it because it's such a hassle to go get refills........
what are spacers and mrev2s?

i plan on installing the headers myself..... (with the help of one of my mechanic friends, that is)
If you can pick up a set of headers at a good price I'd say go for it. Most people spend a ton on labor when in comes to headers, sometimes more then the headers themselves.

And I agree with nitrous being a pain in the @ss to get refills.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by oclor
spacer and mrev 2

PS. Put this in the mod section
Originally Posted by 2003FittyZ
+1
do you have a spacer? or an mrev? just curious...
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Originally Posted by shanecrosby
do you have a spacer? or an mrev? just curious...
Nope lol. Most of everybody on here seems to agree that those are good performance mods for that much money. I made a similar thread and that's what a lot of people told me at least. When I start doing performance mods that will be on the top of my list. But you're right, I should have put "a lot of people seem to think that the spacer and mrev are good" instead of sounding like I'm speaking from experience.
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Originally Posted by shanecrosby
do you have a spacer? or an mrev? just curious...
Nope, but this combo will be my next performance mod 4 sure!
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by 2003FittyZ
Nope, but this combo will be my next performance mod 4 sure!
we're on the same boat. In other words shanecrosby just owned us

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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 05:51 PM
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turbonator
The Turbonator is much less expensive and more efficient than any turbocharger, supercharger, blower, or intercooler. Its superior design can increase horsepower and the Turbonator's performance is backed with a 120-day money back guarantee!

Gain up to 35 hp for just 49.95!
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Originally Posted by davidv

Varis air duck.
best picture and caption EVER
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 08:59 PM
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headers are a pain to install in the a Z.... they work best with test pipes. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Ztalker
headers are a pain to install in the a Z.... they work best with test pipes. Good luck.
i have a friend who works in nissan service.... he does my installs for free.......... how much are headers? and what's the best brand?
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 10:02 PM
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what about a lightened flywheel? does that make much difference?
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