plenum bolts torque specs *help ASAP*

[toddnos]

The kinetix upper plenum connects to the TB. IT comes with new gasket and new hardware. Also it is like a cork material on the plenum that makes a nice seal as well.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN the bolts. It will crack the composite material on the kinetix plenum.

yea, i have an inch pounds torque wrench now. i learned my leason.thanks for the reply!how about the powerband? power comes on early or higher in the rpms?

[TeflonG35]

Well the inside is smoother then stock and also it doesn't have the center screws. So It has a clearer air path. I honestly don't think there is any feel over a spacer. They should be pretty similar in gains. I do like how it doesn't get as hot as the stock plenum though. Anything that keeps heat down is a plus. Specially when it has to do with intakes.

You can combine a spacer with the kinetix plenum to add a few more HP. If you do that then the engine cover probably won't fit. Also you might not have clearance for a tower brace.

If you want engine response then go with under drive pulleys. I really forget how a stock G feels lol.

[toddnos]

Well the inside is smoother then stock and also it doesn't have the center screws. So It has a clearer air path. I honestly don't think there is any feel over a spacer. They should be pretty similar in gains. I do like how it doesn't get as hot as the stock plenum though. Anything that keeps heat down is a plus. Specially when it has to do with intakes.

You can combine a spacer with the kinetix plenum to add a few more HP. If you do that then the engine cover probably won't fit. Also you might not have clearance for a tower brace.

If you want engine response then go with under drive pulleys. I really forget how a stock G feels lol.

looking for torque more than horsepower. i dont want to rape it to get power. so mods that exploit torque in low revs appeal to me for the g.

i think i may still buy the grounding kit after the kenetix gets here. also i had a dream last night that i changed my spark plugs..so i think i will do that too..lol

[TeflonG35]

You want mods that make your car more responsive. Get rid of the Stock cats, And get some underdrive pulleys. Also since you have a 03 sedan then you should probably convert to a mechanical fan. You will love your car after these mods.

[toddnos]

yea, i like the fan idea, i would like to set it up so its not powered by a switch like yours is though.also whats this about a 05 rear end conversion?better gears?

in socal the CHP have roadside dyno smog checks randomly. i used to roll without cats for years in all my cars and trucks, but not anymore. maybe some good HFC, but no test pipes for me anymore.

[Sentientbydesign]

On my list of things to do is build a fan replacement kit for the early sedans.

I feel like I've got too much on my plate as it its, but I'll announce when everything is done.

[toddnos]

recieved the kenetix upper plenum yesterday..woot!i am going to install it this evening when it cools down.

with the proper inch pound torque specs..lol

[kmckis1029]

what are you going to do with your blox spacer? i might can take it off your hands

[toddnos]

what are you going to do with your blox spacer? i might can take it off your hands

i will see what it looks like.if its usable, i may combo it with the kenetix, if i dont like the way it looksi will give it up to whoever wants it.

[kmckis1029]

first dibs on your spacer! But i hope it works out for you...

[toddnos]

i didnt re use the blox spacer..its trashed.

The kenetix upper plenum blows the blox spacer out of the water IMHO.

[Sentientbydesign]

How do you thrash a flexible plastic spacer?

[TeflonG35]

I dident know it was flexable @_@

I just assumed it was hard plastic. I'm pretty sure it will mess up if you over torque it. It's only plastic. Essentially its like putting plastic in a vice grip.

[toddnos]

I dident know it was flexable @_@

I just assumed it was hard plastic. I'm pretty sure it will mess up if you over torque it. It's only plastic. Essentially its like putting plastic in a vice grip.

exactly it is slightly flexable, but if over torqued will have mean grooves in it like mine. i will post some pix along with the cracked upper plenum.

[toddnos]

http://forums.g35club.org/zero...56486

^^check the kenetix v+ install with pix

[toddnos]

dammit!my g stalled againit fires up fine cold...i drive to work, and turn it off. i roll up the warehouse door, and get back in and start it back up, and it stalls. idle goes up as normal when started, but falls low and stalls.

there is no problem with this install.i am back to square one...i will try and reset the ecu and TB...it sux, because ive tried before, and could not get it into check mode.

it all started when i modded the plenum to begin with....

pffft...

[Sentientbydesign]

Didn't I tell you to troubleshoot the problem first before buying another plenum upper?

The offer still stands if you want some help. It took me 1 try and about 3 mins to do the ECU reset and throttle release learning.

[toddnos]

Didn't I tell you to troubleshoot the problem first before buying another plenum upper?

The offer still stands if you want some help. It took me 1 try and about 3 mins to do the ECU reset and throttle release learning.

yea you said that, but the plenum was cracked through and through regardless and needed to be replaced.

cool, and i appreciate the offer...any time this weekend?

[Sentientbydesign]

Tonight. Or possibly tomorrow afternoon. Depends on if my appoint come through or not. Sunday is pretty booked. Super Autobacs in the morning, my dad's in the afternoon.

[toddnos]

Tonight. Or possibly tomorrow afternoon. Depends on if my appoint come through or not. Sunday is pretty booked. Super Autobacs in the morning, my dad's in the afternoon.

got me a date tonight, but i am free tomorrow morning through most of the day....i will email in the morning, and see how your schedule looks.

[Sentientbydesign]

That first line scared the **** out of me.

I was going to say, don't call me helping you a "date". I'm married sicko!...then I reread and understood better hehehe

[toddnos]

That first line scared the **** out of me.

I was going to say, don't call me helping you a "date". I'm married sicko!...then I reread and understood better hehehe

yikes!dude, thats lol.yea, im going out with an ex Gf tonight in temecula.

[Sentientbydesign]

Sweet. Wife and some family friends were out there last night at Shogun off of Margarita and Winchester getting some Teppanyaki.

I personally like their sushi better than Teppanyaki.

Anyways, make sure you don't dive into the same problems that broke you up lol.

Wow this thread is off topic

[toddnos]

Sweet. Wife and some family friends were out there last night at Shogun off of Margarita and Winchester getting some Teppanyaki.

I personally like their sushi better than Teppanyaki.

Anyways, make sure you don't dive into the same problems that broke you up lol.

Wow this thread is off topic

thats exactly where im going..lolits her fav sushi spot.

yea, im avoiding all talk of that stuff...just trying to have a good time..we have been broken up for 4 years, so its old news anyways.

[Sentientbydesign]

Just though of something...

You do realize that there is a Shogun in Corona right? It's on North McKinley next to the 24 hr Fitness.

Sorry, my head works in mysterious ways and I saw your post and it all clicked.

I'm going to assume that you either didn't know there was another Shogun, or the ex lives down there.

[toddnos]

Just though of something...

You do realize that there is a Shogun in Corona right? It's on North McKinley next to the 24 hr Fitness.

Sorry, my head works in mysterious ways and I saw your post and it all clicked.

I'm going to assume that you either didn't know there was another Shogun, or the ex lives down there.

yea, she lives in temecula...and i think temecula is about the same distance or even closer from moval on a friday night anyways...