Will Motordyne 5/16" plenum spacer (VQ35DE) fit a Nissan 350Z (Z33, 2003-2009)?
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Short answer: Yes, reportedly Reported
Verdict:Fits Reported confidence (2 of 3) · 3 sources
Yes, reportedly: Yes on VQ35DE cars.
| Part | Motordyne 5/16" plenum spacer (VQ35DE) |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Nissan 350Z (Z33, 2003-2009) |
| Years | 2003-2006 |
| Trim / condition | VQ35DE cars only (not the 2007-2008 VQ35HR) |
| Verdict | Fits Reported to fit |
| Confidence | Reported 2 of 3 — Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed. |
| Last verified | 2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read) |
Details
Yes on VQ35DE cars. Motordyne's instructions say the spacer is for the VQ DE engine only and include strut-bar bolts for 2003.5-on 350Zs. The maker claims 11-13 hp; an owner guide says Rev-up engines gain little from the spacer alone. Not sold for California.
Specs
- engine: VQ DE series only
- claim: 11-13 hp per the maker
Related build entries
This part on other generations
- Infiniti G35 (V35, 2003-2007 sedan and coupe) — Reported to fit Fits
More for this car
- All Nissan 350Z (Z33, 2003-2009) fitment answers · Z33 common problems
- Newsletter archive: past issues with every new and corrected entry
Sources
- 350Z 5/16" Basic Plenum Spacer — Motordyne Engineering (maker's store page) (vendor article; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
- Plenum Spacer & MREV2 Manifold installation (VQ DE series engine only) — Motordyne Engineering (maker's install instructions PDF) (vendor article; read 2026-10-26; full page read)For the VQ DE series engine only.
- Infiniti G35: a buyer's guide — Grassroots Motorsports (forum post) (forum thread; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
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