Modified Magazine's review of
the Nissan 350z Twin Turbo kit
Since its inception over two years
ago, the Nissan 350Z has gained tremendous aftermarket
support and with due cause. Unlike its boosted
older brother, the 300ZX, the 350Z was delivered
to our shores with a naturally aspirated 3.5L
V6 engine. And despite having an acceptable 276hp
output, the allure of twin turbochargers inhaling
mass volumes of air and making explosive power
has become quite appealing to many350Zowners.
Many companies have addressed the need for forced induction
and Z owners have a wide variety of choices out
on the market. The gentlemen from the land down
under, Air Power Systems of Australia (APS) have
set the standard with Their 350Z Twin Turbo Kit.
APS has long been a major player in the WRX circle
and they have jumped into the 350Z world with
the most comprehensive twin turbo kit on the market.
We
here at Z1 Motorsports chose the APS kit because
it addresses all of the problems with other 350Z
turbo kits and it was specifically designed and
manufactured around the Nissan 350Z. The turbos
are internally-wastegated Garrett GTs, each capable
of producing 400 horsepower.
The intercooler is a bar and plate design that
specifically fits in conjunction with the front
bumper support brace. The fuel system upgrade
supplied by APS consists of an upgraded high flow
fuel pump and custom fuel pressure regulator and
is similar to that which many enthusiasts have
had to piece together on their own when trying
to increase the boost on other twin turbo kits.
The exhaust manifolds are cast log style that
will outlast tubular units and APS uses a custom
tuned Uni-chip to handle the timing and air/fuel
adjustments while leaving the stock ECU to handle
the rest of the vehicle's functions. Finally,
the APS system comes with exhaustive installation
instructions and visual diagrams to ensure that
the installer has all the needed information on
hand for a clean worry-free install.
Be sure to give Autotech
Enginnering a call to see what they can do for
your 350z!
If you would like further informatio
on the APS Intercooled Twin Turbo System for the
Nissan 350z, please do not hesitate to contact
Autotech Engineering via email on sales@autotechengineering.com.au
or by phone
on (02)9897 1378