Opinions on Kinetix?
04-12-2006, 07:53 AM
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Opinions on Kinetix?
I have their v4 plenum on my '03 Track and have been happy with it. I know it doesn't make quite as much power as the Crawford or the Motordyne spacers, but I keep my stock strut bar, I think it looks decent and the biggest benefit, IMO, is it's composite construction that runs extremely cool and never is victim to heat soak, which here in the southern TX heat, is likely more beneficial to performance than a little extra volume.
I've been following the thread on the MREV+/++ lower plenum mod for the 287 HP motor and am considering adding it. I also contacted Kinetix, since if I take my plenum off one more time, I'll need to redo the gasket on it. They told me about their new v5+ plenum with a completely smooth (no internal strut bar hump) interior, 10% more volume, greater strength and higher heat resistance and recommended I trade in my v4 and upgrade ($100).
Wondering what I should do. I could do the upgrade and get the MREV++ MMP, I could just keep my v4and add the lower plenum, or I could sell my v4 and go with the full Motordyne spacer/MREV++ MMP package (run alot hotter on the plenum, though). Heck, I could just do nothing; we're maybe talking about a 5HP addition here. I would probably benefit more from optimizing what I have with a reflash, right? I know, I know, mod bug and all, can't have enough power, every little bit helps, etc...
Anyway, just looking for opinions on what I should do and opinions on the Kinetix stuff in general. Anyone have their cats? I was thinking about the Crawfords, but Kinetix is much cheaper ($370).
Oh, my other engine mods are: Popcharger, CNR lightweight stock size pulley and Nismo exhaust.
I've been following the thread on the MREV+/++ lower plenum mod for the 287 HP motor and am considering adding it. I also contacted Kinetix, since if I take my plenum off one more time, I'll need to redo the gasket on it. They told me about their new v5+ plenum with a completely smooth (no internal strut bar hump) interior, 10% more volume, greater strength and higher heat resistance and recommended I trade in my v4 and upgrade ($100).
Wondering what I should do. I could do the upgrade and get the MREV++ MMP, I could just keep my v4and add the lower plenum, or I could sell my v4 and go with the full Motordyne spacer/MREV++ MMP package (run alot hotter on the plenum, though). Heck, I could just do nothing; we're maybe talking about a 5HP addition here. I would probably benefit more from optimizing what I have with a reflash, right? I know, I know, mod bug and all, can't have enough power, every little bit helps, etc...
Anyway, just looking for opinions on what I should do and opinions on the Kinetix stuff in general. Anyone have their cats? I was thinking about the Crawfords, but Kinetix is much cheaper ($370).
Oh, my other engine mods are: Popcharger, CNR lightweight stock size pulley and Nismo exhaust.
04-19-2006, 10:40 AM
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I have heard mixed reviews...some have bought and sold there SSV's. I have the AAM P spacer and bang for the buck you cant beat it. However I have heard good gains with the Kinetix SSV with a SC? I looking into it to see if the SSV is worth the dough? Please help with gains that you have noted?
04-19-2006, 05:41 PM
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If money is at all a consideration, go with a plenum spacer (I prefer Motordyne). However, if your car is mainly for show, the kinetix is big bling under the hood.
I can't really speak for Kinetix's quality. I've personally had quality issues with their parts and have seen people that have noticed the same thing. Their customer service is great, however.
I can't really speak for Kinetix's quality. I've personally had quality issues with their parts and have seen people that have noticed the same thing. Their customer service is great, however.
04-19-2006, 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by taurran
If money is at all a consideration, go with a plenum spacer (I prefer Motordyne). However, if your car is mainly for show, the kinetix is big bling under the hood.
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04-19-2006, 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Cannysage
+1 spacers and ssv give you around the same gains, but SSV looks phat.. it'll also be a better choice for FI, IMO.
I, for one, had almost 20whp gains from my plenum spacer. Can't beat that for $200 (I was in the group buy).
04-19-2006, 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by 4SHIZZIL G-SPOT
However I have heard good gains with the Kinetix SSV with a SC?
There is a guy local to me with pretty much the same mods as i have...Procharger.. blah blah blah.. except he has the Kinetix SSV and I have a Motordyne 1/4" spacer.. tuned by teh same guy.. we put down very close to the same numbers on the dyno..
it does look nice though.. it better for $800
--mike
04-19-2006, 09:29 PM
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I had the Kinetix V 4 and changed to the SSV. Although I'm not absolutely sure (I did 7 to 9 psi and cams at the same time) I believe I got 4 HP more out of the Plenum upgrade
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04-20-2006, 01:14 AM
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i've had their products before. Yes their cats cracked on me but they sent me a replacement fast. They also sent me a new designed one and he never cracked. Its weird how Kenetix never post anymore.
04-20-2006, 03:33 AM
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Originally Posted by leemik
I don't think that's really true either.. Unfortunately the guy
it does look nice though.. it better for $800
--mike
it does look nice though.. it better for $800
--mike
04-20-2006, 06:22 AM
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The thing about the SSV is that it looks much nicer than the stock plenum but there is no engine cover for it.. and the VQ looks bad IMO without the engine cover.. so it's like you are blinging out one area but unblinging another lol
--mike
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04-20-2006, 06:36 AM
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Agreed
Originally Posted by leemik
The thing about the SSV is that it looks much nicer than the stock plenum but there is no engine cover for it.. and the VQ looks bad IMO without the engine cover.. so it's like you are blinging out one area but unblinging another lol
--mike
--mike
Carbo Fibo might be the ticket over the AAM P Spacer....looks good on Ryan (SIAMESE) TT Greddy set up.
04-20-2006, 06:43 AM
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The SSV looks great in itself - plus you get actual gains from the unit and keep your tower strut bar. Yet - it exposes the rest of your engine - and overall - I think it makes your total engine compartment look less than stock.
04-20-2006, 09:14 AM
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Originally Posted by MoodDude
The SSV looks great in itself - plus you get actual gains from the unit and keep your tower strut bar. Yet - it exposes the rest of your engine - and overall - I think it makes your total engine compartment look less than stock.
Danny
04-21-2006, 05:18 PM
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05-31-2006, 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by leemik
The thing about the SSV is that it looks much nicer than the stock plenum but there is no engine cover for it.. and the VQ looks bad IMO without the engine cover.. so it's like you are blinging out one area but unblinging another lol
--mike
--mike
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