Upgrading Your 350z Manifold Intake for More Power

If you're looking to squeeze a bit more juice out of your VQ35DE, starting with a 350z manifold intake upgrade is usually the smartest move you can make. It's one of those modifications that actually feels like it does something the first time you pull out of the driveway. Unlike some "performance" parts that just make the car louder without adding any actual speed, messing with the intake plenum on a Z addresses a genuine design flaw from the factory. ...

May 7, 2026 · 7 min · Katrine Candyce