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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:01 AM
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Default To get Kinetix V.4 plastic plenum or to wait for aluminum?

Does the holes on V.4 line up well with the stock lower plenum?

Does anybody know when the aluminum will come out?


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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:23 AM
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Get the Kinetix v4 plastic plenum. The aluminum one that is going to be released is for forced induction setups and will have maybe 4-6hp increase in N/A motor, which is the same as the V4(and that is a maybe, so it could be even less). So if your going to get a turbo or supercharger in the future get the aluminum one. If you are going to stay naturally aspired, get the v4 plastic one.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:43 AM
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neither.
get the crawford.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:59 AM
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Originally posted by mgl
neither.
get the crawford.
or APS
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 08:25 AM
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Originally posted by JonathanG35
or APS
is the APS Alu. plenum out yet? i didn't think so
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 08:43 AM
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Originally posted by Machupo
is the APS Alu. plenum out yet? i didn't think so
its not out yet but it should be worth the wait. victor probably has a better idea of the release date.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 09:07 AM
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yeah, i think i'm going to wait for the Alu. unit as i'm currently working on funds to build a stroked motor, but i want to leave the availability of TT there
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 09:44 AM
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oooooh. APS has one coming out? i'll def wait for that. since i want the APS TT =]
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 09:48 AM
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Originally posted by onii
oooooh. APS has one coming out? i'll def wait for that. since i want the APS TT =]
yeah man, check the website for pics. I can't wait for the aps turbo for the g35.

http://www.************************/350z/350z.htm
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 10:00 AM
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If I'm not mistaken, Vistor (Mike) has been recommending the Crawford. I don't want to put words in his mouth though.

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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 10:22 AM
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I'll personally be waiting for the APS tall boy.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 10:32 AM
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Originally posted by lowrider
If I'm not mistaken, Vistor (Mike) has been recommending the Crawford. I don't want to put words in his mouth though.

Lou
was not suggesting that he recommended it. only suggesting that he may know the release since strictlyz is an authorized aps dealer.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 11:41 AM
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I can't understand how the APS one could be any better than the crawford in terms of gains.

I mean, maybe, just maybe it'll handle some crazy 30psi boost while the crawford one might not go quite that high.

what's the word on the APS plenum fitting with the strut bar?

the kinetix one fits with the strut bar, but expands when you do WOT

the crawford one is huge and won't fit the strut bar

If the APS one fits the stock strut bar while being the same size as the kinetix without being able to expand because it's metal - wouldn't that mean the crawford probably boasts the highest gains for a metal plenum?
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 12:29 PM
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APS tallboy wont fit the standard strut brace. They are releasing a bar to sell with the plenum.
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Old Nov 10, 2004 | 10:51 PM
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had the kinetix v4 for 2 weeks. had to re-torque the bolts twice in the first 2 days, but for over a week and half, it's cherry. doesn't sound "plastic-ie" - sounds agressive, and pulling hard!

my mpg dropped to like 16 though.
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Old Nov 11, 2004 | 02:48 PM
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the APS plenum is so hot!!!!
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Old Nov 11, 2004 | 03:39 PM
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I was turned off of the plenum after reading about so many issues, but that new APS plenum looks bad a$$. If it is sturdy, I will definitely invest!

Any clue as to how much they are going to charge??
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Old Nov 12, 2004 | 08:47 AM
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Originally posted by C5DEMON
I was turned off of the plenum after reading about so many issues, but that new APS plenum looks bad a$$. If it is sturdy, I will definitely invest!

Any clue as to how much they are going to charge??
Right around $400.
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Old Nov 12, 2004 | 10:37 AM
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What issues turned you off? True there have been issues with the Kinetix, but I know of none with the Crawford. IMO, it's still the best bang for the buck out there.

Lou
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Old Nov 12, 2004 | 11:05 AM
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I saw awhile ago where you had to dremmel your engine cover to fit- looks good by the way. Would I have to do that to a Z? Will my engine cover still fit without cutting it??

I have read to many complaints about the Kinetix to buy one right now, I'm sure they do good work, but I'm just leary like that.

It seems that the crawfords are very sturdy, but I kinda thought they were ugly. Plus you have to give up your core. These might seem like little things to some people, but they are pretty important to me.

I don't think that is vendor bashing- that's just my opinion. I enjoy the cosmetics of a mod just as much as the performance.





It sounds like there will only be $5 difference between the two.
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