Maybe I have the wrong website. But I was trying to look into short ram intakes and came to the conclusion that berk was the way to go after reading reviews from people here. So I googled berk technology and went to the first link, but they only have parts for 350z/370z and some other cars. Does this mean I'll have to buy an intake from someone here (or another site) if I want to get one?

Also, if they really are done making the SRI for maximas then what brand would be the best one to get?
But if I'm wrong then... My bad.

 

I bought my Berk from Evasive Motorsports a few months ago. Last time I checked Berks website directly the Maxima was listed under Nissan sport sedan's. BTW it was actually cheaper to get it from Evasive than from Berk.

 

Hmm... their website has changed. And it sure looks like they stopped selling their SRI setup for the Maxima. Of course, you could always just call or write to find out.

 

It's cheaper to just piece together your own from Advance Auto anyway. Just buy a midpipe from someone on here and you can pick up everything else from your local auto parts store.

 

So besides the midpipe and filter itself would I need to buy anything else?

 

Here you go...

http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/me...de=BERK-INTAKE

 

I sell midpipes for 75 shipped, then you can buy the bits and pieces you want to customize it. you need 2 couplers, 2 sets of clamps, a filter and a MAF adapter

http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...akes-00-a.html

 

Let me see if I can do this off the top of my head...

Filter
MAF adapter plate
Two couplers with clamps
Midpipe
Bracket to secure intake the strut tower

And then a couple nuts and bolts here and there, but you can reuse a couple from your stock intake system.

 

I say go this route, 210 dollars is out there....probably 150 or less..on a piece together....

 

+1 for one of knight_yyz's midpipes. Quality work PLUS it comes painted. Money very well spent IMO. All around great guy to deal with!

 

I can vouch for knight_yyz. This is your most cost-effective route to configuring a quality SRI in our cars.

 

Thanks I checked it out.


Thanks Waxima that's probably what I'll do.

And based off what I'm seeing it looks like I'll be in touch with knight when I get around to making my SRI. EvasiveMotorSports has this http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/Me...ct_Code=BT1205 , would that be worth buying?

 

I highly recommend an Apexi filter.

 

 

I recommend the AEM Dryflow filter. They are hydrophobic, easy to clean and no oil required. They can be reinstalled about 20 minutes after washing

 

Which filter is better Apexi or AEM??? We got 2 recommendations here......

 

AEM is less expensive, washable and supports a (separate) velocity stack.

Apexi is more expensive, not-washable, and has a built-in velocity stack, as well as an inverse funnel design inside.

Really, it doesn't matter which way you go. Either configuration is fine for performance... although the Apexi certainly looks better.

 

If you're going to piece together your own intake to save money, go with the AEM since it's cheaper. If you want better airflow and better filtration, and something that looks more appealing, go with the Apexi. AEM's are more readily available. I've seen them for sale at local Advance Auto Parts stores, where the Apexi you would probably have to order online unless there's a speed shop around your area that would stock them.

 

i paid 170.99 shipped from import parts pro. Came in mail within a week running hard B) i was too lazy too make my own. So if you dont make your own buy it from there

 

Import parts doesn't have berk anymore either. They have a Stillen hi-flow intake but it seems like I'd still be better off making my own. Thanks for all the replies, advice, etc. guys.

 

Making your own is the way to go. I'm a complete idiot when it comes to DIY projects and always find a way to screw something up, but I pulled it off with ease. Piecing together a short-ram intake is about as simple and straightforward as it gets.

Once you have all the parts together, it takes about 45 minutes or so to get it installed and running, and most of that time is spent removing your stock airbox. And the Org will be here to help if you hit any snags. Good luck with it.

 

I do like my Apexi, it looks like a high quality product, and it is. I thought about going AEM to save a few bucks, but I really like the engineering and the looks of this filter and that it produces almost no turbulence. The AEM just looks so plain, dull and boring.

 

If you buy an apexi, be sure it comes with an adapter plate. Mine didn't, so I had to wait another week before install while it came in the mail. >.<

 

Here's the Apexi filter with an Apexi aluminum 80MM adaptor, gasket and bolts. It's also available in 85MM as well.

http://www.frsport.com/APEXi-500-A02...er_p_1237.html

 

Wish I'd known of that site when I did mine. Spent close to that for the filter alone...

 

The AEM filter is actually red now

 

So how do you clean the Apexi filter if you can't wash it like the AEM one?

 

You don't. Go buy a new one.

In other words, if you regularly drive on unpaved roads, you probably don't want an Apexi filter.

 

wow...OK. No, I'm on paved streets 100% of the time.....lol.

 

Import parts pro makes one...I just said I ordered one from there...dont tell me different
http://www.importpartspro.com/bt1201aem.html

But definetly make your own. Id like to have a better cone i only went with aem cause it was cheapest, still has same sound, and washable B) but if I can upgrade the cone in future, id love too.

 

I use the round bristle attachment with my vacuum to get the sand buildup off of it, and it seems to work really well that way.

 

The newer version

 

Yeah the new one looks much better. Ironically it appears to be a nearly identical shade of red as the Apexi

 

That cap on the AEM looks like it came off a coffee can. (No offense, just a stray thought.)

For comparison:

 

Opinions on loudest setup?

 

The Berk with Apexi filter on my 2000 De-K is really loud above 5,000 rev's

 

Pop charger is loudest. No pipe just filter and MAF