Variable Intake from NZ thread
03-06-2002, 05:52 PM
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Originally posted by Chebosto
#%@#%@#%@#$^@$#^@#
the part that Rockie has is the wrong one. its got the round intake ports. BUT... if it IS a Variable intake runner. and if we get the lower intake manifold. then all the better.. it will still work.
Ian-- if you get the VI from rockie, you better get the lower half.. what? because oval doesnt line up with round. dohh.
#%@#%@#%@#$^@$#^@#
the part that Rockie has is the wrong one. its got the round intake ports. BUT... if it IS a Variable intake runner. and if we get the lower intake manifold. then all the better.. it will still work.
Ian-- if you get the VI from rockie, you better get the lower half.. what? because oval doesnt line up with round. dohh.
If I get the Manifold, and it is round on the bottom, then it still won't line up with the Engine Block, RIGHT?
So either way I'm screwed. Or am I? What to I need to ask rocky to get this going again?
By the way, I asked him about the JDM Spec, and he said "Yes, all the ones I am getting are off the japanese Imports, the NZ Cars don't have VI"
So at least we got that confirmed.
It's still gonna cost less than the ME one if we do it this way, and it is doable.
IanS
03-06-2002, 07:32 PM
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It may work, but...
Originally posted by Chebosto
#%@#%@#%@#$^@$#^@#
the part that Rockie has is the wrong one. its got the round intake ports. BUT... if it IS a Variable intake runner. and if we get the lower intake manifold. then all the better.. it will still work.
Ian-- if you get the VI from rockie, you better get the lower half.. what? because oval doesnt line up with round. dohh.
#%@#%@#%@#$^@$#^@#
the part that Rockie has is the wrong one. its got the round intake ports. BUT... if it IS a Variable intake runner. and if we get the lower intake manifold. then all the better.. it will still work.
Ian-- if you get the VI from rockie, you better get the lower half.. what? because oval doesnt line up with round. dohh.
03-07-2002, 07:37 AM
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Guys, from the pictures I've seen, the overall cross-sectional area of the round runners is much smaller than the oval runners. This implies the round-runner manifold is intended for a smaller engine than the 3.0 (2.0? 2.5?).
The round-runner variable manifold will definitely result in a power loss over the oval-runner variable manifold. In fact, there may even be a power loss over the US non-variable manifold. I would not even think about trying out that unit.
The round-runner variable manifold will definitely result in a power loss over the oval-runner variable manifold. In fact, there may even be a power loss over the US non-variable manifold. I would not even think about trying out that unit.
03-07-2002, 07:39 AM
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Originally posted by Keven97SE
Guys, from the pictures I've seen, the overall cross-sectional area of the round runners is much smaller than the oval runners. This implies the round-runner manifold is intended for a smaller engine than the 3.0 (2.0? 2.5?).
The round-runner variable manifold will definitely result in a power loss over the oval-runner variable manifold. In fact, there may even be a power loss over the US non-variable manifold. I would not even think about trying out that unit.
Guys, from the pictures I've seen, the overall cross-sectional area of the round runners is much smaller than the oval runners. This implies the round-runner manifold is intended for a smaller engine than the 3.0 (2.0? 2.5?).
The round-runner variable manifold will definitely result in a power loss over the oval-runner variable manifold. In fact, there may even be a power loss over the US non-variable manifold. I would not even think about trying out that unit.
03-07-2002, 08:40 AM
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just thinking out loud (out typing??) here, but does anyone have any connections with the Nissan USA, the Japanese factory or maybe NISMO?? seems to me if enough interest was generated, these intakes/collectors could be made available to us (US). of course, we still need to see how they will work on a NA VQ.
03-07-2002, 08:45 AM
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I'm still looking for it.
Well, because of the New Zealand bomb I trying the Middle East to see if I can find it. I'm going to try to also get the part number for the piece and see if my local dealer can get it. But I will keep everyone posted on my search.
This sucks. Oh, well you lose some and you win some.
This sucks. Oh, well you lose some and you win some.
03-07-2002, 09:27 AM
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The guy in NZ swears up and down that these pipes are the pipes from a 3.0L in New Zealand (JDM Spec)
1)Why would Nissan go through all the trouble to design different pipes for the same engine in two parts of the world that supposedly work the same?
2)The ME 2.5L Controller has 35U stamped on it. So does the NZ "3.0L", from what the source said.
This makes no sense.
I have sent an E-Mail of my concerns to the NZ source. He is going to be sending me measurments of the pipes. Does anyone here have the runner measurements from a US version to compare with?
Thanks,
IanS
1)Why would Nissan go through all the trouble to design different pipes for the same engine in two parts of the world that supposedly work the same?
2)The ME 2.5L Controller has 35U stamped on it. So does the NZ "3.0L", from what the source said.
This makes no sense.
I have sent an E-Mail of my concerns to the NZ source. He is going to be sending me measurments of the pipes. Does anyone here have the runner measurements from a US version to compare with?
Thanks,
IanS
03-07-2002, 12:38 PM
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Update:
Doesn't look good.
-----Original Message-----
From: Rockie [mailto:triple_s@clear.net.nz]
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 10:58 AM
To: Ian Sweeney
Subject: Re: Collector
PartsCo.Com
236 Welcome Bay Rd
Welcome Bay
Tauranga
New Zealand
PH (07) 544 8256
Fax (07) 544 8257
E-mail Rockie@PartsCo.Com
Web Site www.PartsCo.Com
Ian
Hi, after sleeping on it I tend to agree with you.
I am asking around with different suppliers to see if there is a 38U Collector in the country.
I will let you know if I can find one.
Regards
Rockie Ellmers
Doesn't look good.
-----Original Message-----
From: Rockie [mailto:triple_s@clear.net.nz]
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 10:58 AM
To: Ian Sweeney
Subject: Re: Collector
PartsCo.Com
236 Welcome Bay Rd
Welcome Bay
Tauranga
New Zealand
PH (07) 544 8256
Fax (07) 544 8257
E-mail Rockie@PartsCo.Com
Web Site www.PartsCo.Com
Ian
Hi, after sleeping on it I tend to agree with you.
I am asking around with different suppliers to see if there is a 38U Collector in the country.
I will let you know if I can find one.
Regards
Rockie Ellmers
03-07-2002, 01:10 PM
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Originally posted by Chebosto
im emailing the factory parts distributor in some country in the Middle East... so. shiiiiit. NZ bust.
anyone wanna try to local parts dealer from UK?
--cheston
im emailing the factory parts distributor in some country in the Middle East... so. shiiiiit. NZ bust.
anyone wanna try to local parts dealer from UK?
--cheston
Rocky's still looking...I'm hoping against hope.
IanS
03-07-2002, 01:19 PM
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Intial research into Japan was a no go. If you can confirm it's indeed offered in Japan models, let me know
Originally posted by iansw
From what I've heard, Cheston, the UK version is not even close to usable.
Rocky's still looking...I'm hoping against hope.
IanS
From what I've heard, Cheston, the UK version is not even close to usable.
Rocky's still looking...I'm hoping against hope.
IanS
03-07-2002, 01:20 PM
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Originally posted by Chebosto
im emailing the factory parts distributor in some country in the Middle East... so. shiiiiit. NZ bust.
anyone wanna try to local parts dealer from UK?
--cheston
im emailing the factory parts distributor in some country in the Middle East... so. shiiiiit. NZ bust.
anyone wanna try to local parts dealer from UK?
--cheston
03-07-2002, 03:31 PM
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Originally posted by Jeff92se
Intial research into Japan was a no go. If you can confirm it's indeed offered in Japan models, let me know
Intial research into Japan was a no go. If you can confirm it's indeed offered in Japan models, let me know
Stock in NZ, they don't have the VI.
So if Japan doesn't have any for the 3.0L, NZ Definately doesn't.
Sound like this may be an ONLY ME thing.
This sucks. I was so psyched.
IanS
03-07-2002, 04:40 PM
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Interesting.
In Nissan's annual reports (1996-1999), they mention that the Middle East and Africa are one sales region.
I'm going to be checking into South Africa next.
I've got the number for Nissan South Africa....I'll try giving them a call when I can.
Or if someone else wants to flip the bill for a call to SA, or can get the call free, the number is 11783-44074408
Ask for the "VQ30DE Variable induction Controller" Ask for the part number.
Also ask for numbers to dealerships in SA. Then call the dealerships and get a price, and then ask for numbers to junk yards they deal with.
If noone else has done this by later tonight, I will.
IanS
In Nissan's annual reports (1996-1999), they mention that the Middle East and Africa are one sales region.
I'm going to be checking into South Africa next.
I've got the number for Nissan South Africa....I'll try giving them a call when I can.
Or if someone else wants to flip the bill for a call to SA, or can get the call free, the number is 11783-44074408
Ask for the "VQ30DE Variable induction Controller" Ask for the part number.
Also ask for numbers to dealerships in SA. Then call the dealerships and get a price, and then ask for numbers to junk yards they deal with.
If noone else has done this by later tonight, I will.
IanS
03-07-2002, 07:06 PM
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South Africa is GMT, which means they are +8 hours to Seattle.
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
03-07-2002, 08:48 PM
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Originally posted by iansw
South Africa is GMT, which means they are +8 hours to Seattle.
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
South Africa is GMT, which means they are +8 hours to Seattle.
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
Keep trying - we'll figure it out
03-07-2002, 08:48 PM
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Anyone know ifthis intake is in Saudi Arabia?
I'm sure it is.
I've got a butload of phone numbers for Auto Parts in Saudi.
Apparently, there's a huge market for Engine Parts there.
IanS
I'm sure it is.
I've got a butload of phone numbers for Auto Parts in Saudi.
Apparently, there's a huge market for Engine Parts there.
IanS
03-08-2002, 05:47 AM
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The UK 4th gen maxima had 2 available engines, the VQ20DE and the VQ30DE. The VQ30DE only came with an automatic. The performance specs of the UK VQ30DE are kinda slow, but that could be for 2 reasons;
a) It's an automatic only
b) Like the 5th gen, the VQ30DE with VI may produce peak power past the shift point of the auto, further hampering performance.
DW
a) It's an automatic only
b) Like the 5th gen, the VQ30DE with VI may produce peak power past the shift point of the auto, further hampering performance.
DW
Originally posted by iansw
Need some technical advice:
i heard somewhere that the UK 4th Gens have the VI, but it doesn't work.
Is this true?
Why is it true?
IanS
Need some technical advice:
i heard somewhere that the UK 4th Gens have the VI, but it doesn't work.
Is this true?
Why is it true?
IanS
03-08-2002, 06:24 AM
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I'm right there with you.
Originally posted by iansw
South Africa is GMT, which means they are +8 hours to Seattle.
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
South Africa is GMT, which means they are +8 hours to Seattle.
So I'm going to have to call early in the morning to catch anyone.
Anyone else working on this, or just me?
IanS
03-08-2002, 10:44 AM
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Just an update...
I've been working the phones calling the UK. I just spoke to a couple of people working at Nissan dealerships and they are willing to help. I just have to call them back on Monday since its past their closing time.
03-08-2002, 11:04 AM
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Re: Does anyone have a picture of the 38U?
Originally posted by BSwithTF
Could you post it? I want to include it when I e-mail people so I know they know what I'm talking about.
Could you post it? I want to include it when I e-mail people so I know they know what I'm talking about.
03-08-2002, 03:14 PM
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I've sent out 112 E-Mails/Forms now.
Not one person has responded.
%#%@$#@!!!
I'm just hoping Rocky comes through. He says he expects not to hear anything back until Monday morning (Sunday US time)
IanS
Not one person has responded.
%#%@$#@!!!
I'm just hoping Rocky comes through. He says he expects not to hear anything back until Monday morning (Sunday US time)
IanS
I can always hope.
03-08-2002, 05:03 PM
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Originally posted by iansw
I've sent out 112 E-Mails/Forms now.
Not one person has responded.
%#%@$#@!!!
I'm just hoping Rocky comes through. He says he expects not to hear anything back until Monday morning (Sunday US time)
IanS
I've sent out 112 E-Mails/Forms now.
Not one person has responded.
%#%@$#@!!!
I'm just hoping Rocky comes through. He says he expects not to hear anything back until Monday morning (Sunday US time)
IanS
I really need a figure of about how many people are interested. I gave them a prelim number of 10-20 orders.
03-08-2002, 05:16 PM
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Originally posted by Finality
I got a reply from the ME it'll take about another day to check on prices.
I really need a figure of about how many people are interested. I gave them a prelim number of 10-20 orders.
I got a reply from the ME it'll take about another day to check on prices.
I really need a figure of about how many people are interested. I gave them a prelim number of 10-20 orders.
Check your E-Mail.
IanS
03-08-2002, 05:16 PM
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Originally posted by Finality
I got a reply from the ME it'll take about another day to check on prices.
I really need a figure of about how many people are interested. I gave them a prelim number of 10-20 orders.
I got a reply from the ME it'll take about another day to check on prices.
I really need a figure of about how many people are interested. I gave them a prelim number of 10-20 orders.