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Old 08-07-2006, 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by James@APS
The ST kit early days had one tech problem (some faulty oil check valvs) which was rectified over 6 months ago, other than that small problem the ST system has been awesome if installed and tuned corretly with a low restriction exhaust system. I've covered more than 27,000 miles in 15 months without a single issue (other than the stock clutch) and the 390 whp keeps me very happy.

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Goin on 10k with my APS ST. I am still happy as a clam.
 
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Old 08-07-2006, 05:14 PM
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I just spoke to Dynocomp here in Phoenix, they are an APS dealer. They told me they have stopped selling the ST kits because they have had quite a few problems with them. He also said he believes that the price drop is because they are going to discontinue them.
 
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Old 08-07-2006, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ttrankI
He also said he believes that the price drop is because they are going to discontinue them.
With the popularity of the 350Z and G35 I can't see the ST system ever being discontinued.................production of the ST is on the increase, not decrease.

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Old 08-07-2006, 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by beastie
Good for you! I am just jealous! I have replaced the turbo, actuator, check valve and completely reinstalled everything.
We replaced the fuel pump, fuel pressure unit, and actuator also. Like i stated, the shop i went to took their time and made sure the car was running correctly before i took it home. it took a couple of weeks because it was their first aps single. i had a second car(a 98 dohc neon ) so it wasn't a rush to get my car back. also, i don't run high boost all the time. i usually run on the 385whp 8psi map. when i'm feeling froggy i'll mix 3 gallons of 100 to the tank and switch to the 420whp 9.5psi map. and when i hit the track, i'll put some of that sweet smelling c-16 and go for the 440whp map will the motor blow? maybe. i knew that force inducting a n/a car. i got plans on building the motor because no matter what the hp, theres a chance your motor can blow. my two centabos.
 
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Old 08-08-2006, 03:15 AM
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I wanted to add this from the other thread:

Originally Posted by Zivman
Complete BS. I have personally installed both kits with my two hands and both are of equivalent quality. I agree it is an entry level FI system, but not in terms of quality or completeness, but because of mass air flow and price point vs their other offerings.

The install on the twins is SIGNIFICANTLY more complex and time consuming. The single should be installed EASILY in 10+ hrs less time than the twins. An example of something fairly time consuming on the twins that the single does not have are a lot of studs that need to be set in the engine block as well as the turbo housings. Also just consider mounting up two turbos in limited space vs one.

As far as discontinuing the kits, well, I hope you all do realize that at somepoint every kit APS or any other manufacturer puts out there will be discontinued. That said, I feel APS is trying to peak some interest in this somewhat overlooked setup. They might lure those on the fence into buying the kit by making it a bit more attractive.

For this price, the setup cannot be touched by anything out there. Bang for the buck exceeds any other offering APS has or any that of any other manufacturer IMHO.
 
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Old 08-08-2006, 02:51 PM
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if this was on my350z, zivman would have been all over this thread haha
 
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Old 08-08-2006, 03:00 PM
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I am running the EVO2 but will be changing this next week.
 
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Old 08-09-2006, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by draxxus07
if this was on my350z, zivman would have been all over this thread haha
It is.
 
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