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Oct 2, 2018 | 01:08 PM

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Now, please explain "DE". I know it from the SR20 world but don't understand its context here.

Oct 2, 2018 | 01:25 PM

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Now, please explain "DE". I know it from the SR20 world but don't understand its context here.

DE = VQ35DE ...as in the engine used in the 1st gen G35 and earlier 350Zs ...the predecessor to the VQ35HR (used i nthe latr 350Zs and 2nd gen G35s) and VQ37VHR (used in the G37)

The DE engine is still (or until more recently) used in other Nissans as well

The DE is a V6 with a similar displacement/architecture as the G37...some parts may be adaptable

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Oct 2, 2018 | 05:29 PM

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Now, please explain "DE". I know it from the SR20 world but don't understand its context here.

Yes as explained above, when we mention DE it refers to parts which fit onto a g35 or 350z. So basically it has been confirmed we can run 350z/g35 DE test pipes with the VHR (g37/370z) y pipe.

Oct 2, 2018 | 07:19 PM

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You're the first I've seen to use the suffixes that way on this board. I have no experience VQ35 so it was lost on me. Now, I'm all over DE and VE and DET in relation to the SR20.

Oct 2, 2018 | 10:50 PM

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You're the first I've seen to use the suffixes that way on this board. I have no experience VQ35 so it was lost on me. Now, I'm all over DE and VE and DET in relation to the SR20.

They are referenced that way all the time on the facebook groups, most likely because they are mainly VQ groups.

Oct 3, 2018 | 01:32 AM

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Apr 27, 2019 | 09:54 AM

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What's going on guys. I am in the market for shorty headers(Can't pass emission with Lth so please don't suggest). After numerous hours of researching, I have come to the conclusion that Z1 and Tomei V2 are the best available options for shorty headers other than your typical generic Stillen/DC/Ebay brands. With that said, which header is actually better? The Z1 has 1.75in primaries while the Tomei has 1.68in, they are both out of SS304, and they are both in the same price point $~900. IF you have one, or the other, or both installed, please comment below.

Just curious how this worked out for you. Also, since you mentioned emissions, I'm interested in your state location? I too am considering z1 headers now. But I'm not moving on it bc i already have vhr test pipes. I also need to pass emissions every 2 years. Test pipes are resonated, and exhaust has 18 inch resonators. Not sure if that will help though...lol

Apr 27, 2019 | 10:35 AM

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Although price higher, Motordyne headers is also a good option if you need HFC since it is modular.

Apr 27, 2019 | 01:13 PM

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... Also, since you mentioned emissions, I'm interested in your state location? ...

Looking at the OP's profile to left of his post, one can see he's from Northern Virginia. I wasn't aware that Virginia or D.C had such Draconian emissions requirements. I thought that was limited to Kalifornia and the Northeast.