Motordyne Iso Thermal Plenum Spacers
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sorry if it's a stupid question, please don't hate me ~ but i am looking for an answer 
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Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
anywayz, i am really interested in this GB, but i was want to be clear about every details ~
thx.
...Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
anywayz, i am really interested in this GB, but i was want to be clear about every details
~ thx.
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Originally Posted by Hydrazine
The Copper TB heater works the same way the stock plenum heats the TB, but the Copper is much more precise about it. The copper transfers a lot of heat into the TB and only the TB.
So from a TB point of view, it gets hot and performs just like the stock set up.
So from a TB point of view, it gets hot and performs just like the stock set up.
I know this sounds redundant but I'm assuming that I can use the CCV to reduce heat to the TB when ambient temperature allows it, keeping it closed when tracking... I see the TB heater as a convienence for most of my driving but want the additional advantage of being able to close the CCV when needed. Am I splitting hairs about heating the TB or am I mistaken about the fluid loop and where the CCV is inserted in respect to the TB heater?
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Will orders for the group buy be taken on the website? Also, does the kit come with the strut bar spacers? (Im not sure if it has already been stated)
Last edited by BluZee; Sep 20, 2005 at 08:02 AM.
Originally Posted by Jason kiDD
Just an addition stupid question.. What benefits if any would there be for an 05 G35 6mt?! 
lower plenum temperature = lower air temperature = better performance.
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how hard to install,
The basic spacer as listed earlier in this thread without all the iso thermal gasket and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) is extremely simple to install. Just open up the plenum like a clam shell, slide in the spacer and bolt it all back down. That's it.
The Iso Thermal gasket requires removal of the lower plenum. Its not really hard at all but its much better if you have a friend to help with the install.
Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
Different configurations for people with different requirements.
Some may just want to install the basic spacer for the easiest install.
Some who have more experience doing installs won't feel intimidated by removing the lower plenum so they can go for the maximum performance enhancement with the Iso Thermal set up.
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
The 1/4" is replaced by the 5/16" spacer. 5/16" will provide a little more juice and still fit under the strut bar.
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
It includes everything but hood spacers.
You can get hood spacers, but you don't need the hood spacer as a requirement for anything. The hood spacer is a purely optional component that can be used at the track or strip. You could use it with or without a plenum spacer. You could use it if your fully stock. You could use it if you have a cast plenum. Or you don't have to use it at all. And they are extremely simple to install and remove in about 5 minutes.
The function of the hood spacer is to greatly reduce under the hood temperatures for any configuration you may have. This can be particularly helpfull at the track.
Other than the icing issue, would there be an advantage to not heat the TB? I'm considering, based on your GB prices, to get the CCV and the copper TB heater.
It may be splitting hairs like you mentioned, but yes, the concept is correct. Using both together will provide the tracking enthusiast an ultimate and optimum for any condition.
If you get the full Iso Thermal kit and the Copper TB heater, you can use the CCV with it no problem.
Maybe I missed something, What are the details on the 5/16 Group Buy?
A few pages back. All the details with a range of options.
Will orders for the group buy be taken on the website?
It could be done here on MY350Z or possibly even on the Motordyne website. I'll look into the logistics of each to see which is best.
Also, does the kit come with the strut bar spacers?
Yes, the 5/16" 350Z kit comes with the strut bar spacers.
What benefits if any would there be for an 05 G35 6mt?
+1 on the Z/G analogy.
For 99+% of the engine mods on the market what works on the Z, works on the G. And Vice Versa.
The basic spacer as listed earlier in this thread without all the iso thermal gasket and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) is extremely simple to install. Just open up the plenum like a clam shell, slide in the spacer and bolt it all back down. That's it.
The Iso Thermal gasket requires removal of the lower plenum. Its not really hard at all but its much better if you have a friend to help with the install.
Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
Different configurations for people with different requirements.
Some may just want to install the basic spacer for the easiest install.
Some who have more experience doing installs won't feel intimidated by removing the lower plenum so they can go for the maximum performance enhancement with the Iso Thermal set up.
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
The 1/4" is replaced by the 5/16" spacer. 5/16" will provide a little more juice and still fit under the strut bar.
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
It includes everything but hood spacers.
You can get hood spacers, but you don't need the hood spacer as a requirement for anything. The hood spacer is a purely optional component that can be used at the track or strip. You could use it with or without a plenum spacer. You could use it if your fully stock. You could use it if you have a cast plenum. Or you don't have to use it at all. And they are extremely simple to install and remove in about 5 minutes.
The function of the hood spacer is to greatly reduce under the hood temperatures for any configuration you may have. This can be particularly helpfull at the track.
Other than the icing issue, would there be an advantage to not heat the TB? I'm considering, based on your GB prices, to get the CCV and the copper TB heater.
It may be splitting hairs like you mentioned, but yes, the concept is correct. Using both together will provide the tracking enthusiast an ultimate and optimum for any condition.
If you get the full Iso Thermal kit and the Copper TB heater, you can use the CCV with it no problem.
Maybe I missed something, What are the details on the 5/16 Group Buy?
A few pages back. All the details with a range of options.
Will orders for the group buy be taken on the website?
It could be done here on MY350Z or possibly even on the Motordyne website. I'll look into the logistics of each to see which is best.
Also, does the kit come with the strut bar spacers?
Yes, the 5/16" 350Z kit comes with the strut bar spacers.
What benefits if any would there be for an 05 G35 6mt?
+1 on the Z/G analogy.
For 99+% of the engine mods on the market what works on the Z, works on the G. And Vice Versa.
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Originally Posted by Hydrazine
how hard to install,
The basic spacer as listed earlier in this thread without all the iso thermal gasket and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) is extremely simple to install. Just open up the plenum like a clam shell, slide in the spacer and bolt it all back down. That's it.
The Iso Thermal gasket requires removal of the lower plenum. Its not really hard at all but its much better if you have a friend to help with the install.
Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
Different configurations for people with different requirements.
Some may just want to install the basic spacer for the easiest install.
Some who have more experience doing installs won't feel intimidated by removing the lower plenum so they can go for the maximum performance enhancement with the Iso Thermal set up.
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
The 1/4" is replaced by the 5/16" spacer. 5/16" will provide a little more juice and still fit under the strut bar.
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
It includes everything but hood spacers.
You can get hood spacers, but you don't need the hood spacer as a requirement for anything. The hood spacer is a purely optional component that can be used at the track or strip. You could use it with or without a plenum spacer. You could use it if your fully stock. You could use it if you have a cast plenum. Or you don't have to use it at all. And they are extremely simple to install and remove in about 5 minutes.
The function of the hood spacer is to greatly reduce under the hood temperatures for any configuration you may have. This can be particularly helpfull at the track.
Other than the icing issue, would there be an advantage to not heat the TB? I'm considering, based on your GB prices, to get the CCV and the copper TB heater.
It may be splitting hairs like you mentioned, but yes, the concept is correct. Using both together will provide the tracking enthusiast an ultimate and optimum for any condition.
If you get the full Iso Thermal kit and the Copper TB heater, you can use the CCV with it no problem.
Maybe I missed something, What are the details on the 5/16 Group Buy?
A few pages back. All the details with a range of options.
Will orders for the group buy be taken on the website?
It could be done here on MY350Z or possibly even on the Motordyne website. I'll look into the logistics of each to see which is best.
Also, does the kit come with the strut bar spacers?
Yes, the 5/16" 350Z kit comes with the strut bar spacers.
What benefits if any would there be for an 05 G35 6mt?
+1 on the Z/G analogy.
For 99+% of the engine mods on the market what works on the Z, works on the G. And Vice Versa.
The basic spacer as listed earlier in this thread without all the iso thermal gasket and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) is extremely simple to install. Just open up the plenum like a clam shell, slide in the spacer and bolt it all back down. That's it.
The Iso Thermal gasket requires removal of the lower plenum. Its not really hard at all but its much better if you have a friend to help with the install.
Can you please explain what's all these products names ?
plenum spacer, hood spacer, ... etc ?? (i think i can kinda figure this one out by looking at it's name)
Different configurations for people with different requirements.
Some may just want to install the basic spacer for the easiest install.
Some who have more experience doing installs won't feel intimidated by removing the lower plenum so they can go for the maximum performance enhancement with the Iso Thermal set up.
did the 1/4" replace the 5/16" spacer? or it's a different spacer use in a different place?
The 1/4" is replaced by the 5/16" spacer. 5/16" will provide a little more juice and still fit under the strut bar.
Does the iso thermal kit include everything?
the plenum spacer, hood spacer(or you don't need this one for the 5/16")
It includes everything but hood spacers.
You can get hood spacers, but you don't need the hood spacer as a requirement for anything. The hood spacer is a purely optional component that can be used at the track or strip. You could use it with or without a plenum spacer. You could use it if your fully stock. You could use it if you have a cast plenum. Or you don't have to use it at all. And they are extremely simple to install and remove in about 5 minutes.
The function of the hood spacer is to greatly reduce under the hood temperatures for any configuration you may have. This can be particularly helpfull at the track.
Other than the icing issue, would there be an advantage to not heat the TB? I'm considering, based on your GB prices, to get the CCV and the copper TB heater.
It may be splitting hairs like you mentioned, but yes, the concept is correct. Using both together will provide the tracking enthusiast an ultimate and optimum for any condition.
If you get the full Iso Thermal kit and the Copper TB heater, you can use the CCV with it no problem.
Maybe I missed something, What are the details on the 5/16 Group Buy?
A few pages back. All the details with a range of options.
Will orders for the group buy be taken on the website?
It could be done here on MY350Z or possibly even on the Motordyne website. I'll look into the logistics of each to see which is best.
Also, does the kit come with the strut bar spacers?
Yes, the 5/16" 350Z kit comes with the strut bar spacers.
What benefits if any would there be for an 05 G35 6mt?
+1 on the Z/G analogy.
For 99+% of the engine mods on the market what works on the Z, works on the G. And Vice Versa.
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Originally Posted by anotheraznguy
and are the strut bar spacers included in teh kit?
I'll set up the GB thread shortly.
Originally Posted by Hydrazine
Other than the icing issue, would there be an advantage to not heat the TB? I'm considering, based on your GB prices, to get the CCV and the copper TB heater.
It may be splitting hairs like you mentioned, but yes, the concept is correct. Using both together will provide the tracking enthusiast an ultimate and optimum for any condition.
If you get the full Iso Thermal kit and the Copper TB heater, you can use the CCV with it no problem.