Thinking about nitrous
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Thinking about nitrous
So, as the title suggests, I am considering a nitrous kit on my 2001 convertible.
I dont really know much about it but I understand how it works, never had a car with juice so here I am, nitrous newb in search of advice and experienced opinions.
The basics of my car, a 2001 Z51 convertible, 6 speed manual. High compression (11:5/1) is why I am leaning towards NOS
The previous owner sent it to Lingenfelter and had the 430 hp package done. It runs great and has 53k on the engine..
I am hoping hoping with somewhere between 75 to 125, and just maybe 150 shot.
This is just for fun, cruising and because I've always wanted to do it.
Biggest questions I have are pros and cons of wet vs dry and safety for my engine and also, advice on ruining juice on a manual 6
I dont plan to do it myself so I'm hoping to get it all done with a budget of 5k, lower is better but not willing to sacrifice quality work to save a buck
Thank you in advance
I dont really know much about it but I understand how it works, never had a car with juice so here I am, nitrous newb in search of advice and experienced opinions.
The basics of my car, a 2001 Z51 convertible, 6 speed manual. High compression (11:5/1) is why I am leaning towards NOS
The previous owner sent it to Lingenfelter and had the 430 hp package done. It runs great and has 53k on the engine..
I am hoping hoping with somewhere between 75 to 125, and just maybe 150 shot.
This is just for fun, cruising and because I've always wanted to do it.
Biggest questions I have are pros and cons of wet vs dry and safety for my engine and also, advice on ruining juice on a manual 6
I dont plan to do it myself so I'm hoping to get it all done with a budget of 5k, lower is better but not willing to sacrifice quality work to save a buck
Thank you in advance
Last edited by C-5 Rob; Apr 17, 2021 at 10:26 AM.
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I recommend the wet kit for your application.
Youll want a plate kit, accessory package, and a window switch for a safe complete kit.
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I recommend the wet kit for your application.
Youll want a plate kit, accessory package, and a window switch for a safe complete kit.
Plate kit with 10lb bottle
https://www.nitrousexpress.com/gm-ls...dskumatch=78mm
Accessory package
https://www.nitrousexpress.com/gen-x...efi-genx-2.asp
Window Switch
https://www.nitrousexpress.com/nx-tp...itch-18959.asp
You can also add switch panel, solenoid mounts, etc but not necessary.
PM me for a forum discount price.
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I am still in the research phase and plan to do the upgrade this coming winter.
The kit says LS3, I have an LS1, is anything different between the engines as far asthe kits are concerned?
Thanks for replying
The kit says LS3, I have an LS1, is anything different between the engines as far asthe kits are concerned?
Thanks for replying
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it says 3-bolt, as in the 3 bolt throttle body that the LS1/6 intake uses.
wet vs dry is a matter of preference. I prefer fueling to come from injectors personally.
main safety need is having a window switch, most nitrous failures are from human error, so eliminate the human part of it, whenever possible.
wet vs dry is a matter of preference. I prefer fueling to come from injectors personally.
main safety need is having a window switch, most nitrous failures are from human error, so eliminate the human part of it, whenever possible.
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it says 3-bolt, as in the 3 bolt throttle body that the LS1/6 intake uses.
wet vs dry is a matter of preference. I prefer fueling to come from injectors personally.
main safety need is having a window switch, most nitrous failures are from human error, so eliminate the human part of it, whenever possible.
wet vs dry is a matter of preference. I prefer fueling to come from injectors personally.
main safety need is having a window switch, most nitrous failures are from human error, so eliminate the human part of it, whenever possible.
I know for sure that I will use a window switch. I'm mostly curious about advantages of wet vs dry..
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wet vs dry comes down to who's tuning the car, I suggest you find a tuner first, and go with their suggestion. there's really no right answer between the two, it's like asking butts vs *****. both can get the job done in the right application.
As for the manifold. it'll help, but I feel you can hit your goal without it. You're falling into the slippery slope at this point. to make it even more slippery, if you're willing to add a manifold to your budget, i'll look into a used blower setup at that point.
It's a tough sell to swallow, but in the long run, boost is the answer if you use and plan to keep your car awhile. After I added it up after a year, I spend little over $1100 in nitrous refills, it closes the cost gap between nitrous vs boost, that doesn't including my time dropping off and picking up bottles, and the prep of a nitrous car, there's value in your time also.
As for the manifold. it'll help, but I feel you can hit your goal without it. You're falling into the slippery slope at this point. to make it even more slippery, if you're willing to add a manifold to your budget, i'll look into a used blower setup at that point.
It's a tough sell to swallow, but in the long run, boost is the answer if you use and plan to keep your car awhile. After I added it up after a year, I spend little over $1100 in nitrous refills, it closes the cost gap between nitrous vs boost, that doesn't including my time dropping off and picking up bottles, and the prep of a nitrous car, there's value in your time also.
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wet vs dry comes down to who's tuning the car, I suggest you find a tuner first, and go with their suggestion. there's really no right answer between the two, it's like asking butts vs *****. both can get the job done in the right application.
As for the manifold. it'll help, but I feel you can hit your goal without it. You're falling into the slippery slope at this point. to make it even more slippery, if you're willing to add a manifold to your budget, i'll look into a used blower setup at that point.
It's a tough sell to swallow, but in the long run, boost is the answer if you use and plan to keep your car awhile. After I added it up after a year, I spend little over $1100 in nitrous refills, it closes the cost gap between nitrous vs boost, that doesn't including my time dropping off and picking up bottles, and the prep of a nitrous car, there's value in your time also.
As for the manifold. it'll help, but I feel you can hit your goal without it. You're falling into the slippery slope at this point. to make it even more slippery, if you're willing to add a manifold to your budget, i'll look into a used blower setup at that point.
It's a tough sell to swallow, but in the long run, boost is the answer if you use and plan to keep your car awhile. After I added it up after a year, I spend little over $1100 in nitrous refills, it closes the cost gap between nitrous vs boost, that doesn't including my time dropping off and picking up bottles, and the prep of a nitrous car, there's value in your time also.
My only worry with a blower is my already high (11:5/1) compression. Otherwise I'd go blower in a heartbeat.
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