The Nations first 6th Gen Nissan Maxima Turbo

[BeautyIAOM]

I love your car its really nice... I have a small question to ask... I have the ususally problems with my 04' maxima and I was just wondering if once you installed the Nismo transmission did all that stop as well. Have you had any problems with regards to kicking or reving or shifting issues now...

[chernmax]

@BeautyIAOM After rebuilding my OEM transmission and valve body I didn't have any further issues. It should be noted that my problems were a result of putting down over 300+ lbs of TQ after I went boost! 3 years after the rebuild I lost 3rd gear again and this time I'm taking the Tranny for a rebuild at Level 10 and have it rebuilt to withstand 700hp

[ProphetPosse91]

I wanna turbo my 04 6 speed but damn 6.8k is some serious cash! fml anyhow your car is gorgeous man keep it up.

[chernmax]

@ProphetPosse91 With all my vehicles paid off, only took me about 10 months to save up! ;-)

[Visavic1771]

Did u lose mpg after I u installed the the kinetic headers?

[chernmax]

@Visavic1771 No because your recycling the exhaust to spin the Turbo which pushes air into it faster. I saw no real lose at all going Turbo! When I race it's a little different but with an auto boost controler I have a one button selection for low or high boost. Low is for normal street driving so no lost MPG.

[cnndsoup]

the engine looks real diffrent without all the plastic covering it

[payndew]

Hit it grasshopper.

[zooders]

nice lookin set up, id love to race ya

[imawsome987654321]

thats a badass motherf#cker!:D

[chernmax]

@imawsome987654321 Thanks for the feedback, and damn it's fun to drive!!!

[ryancustard]

how did this set up $

[chernmax]

@ryancustard About 6.8K including installation of the Speed Force Racing Stage II Kit.

[JUEDUA]

that maxima look monster nice job men!!!

[chernmax]

@JUEDUA Thanks for the feedback ;-)

[alamrisa]

sweet intake manifold

[chernmax]

@alamrisa Thanks for the feedback

[maximaowner]

Hi there i also have a 6th gen maxima. and was wondering what the specifications needed to install a turbo?

[chernmax]

@maximaowner Google Speed Force Racing they sell the stage I and II kits. I have a stage II

[maximaowner]

@chernmax

did you have to build out the bottom block of your engine?

[chernmax]

@maximaowner not when I first did the Turbo, later on I did bend 3 rods and did a total engine rebuild with racing parts. Google "chernmax" and check out my Cardomain website for details...

[maximaowner]

@chernmax

Where is a good place to buy angel eyes? i know where to buy the "bulb" but i want to just buy a whole new head light . suggestions?

[chernmax]

@maximaowner the Angel eyes I've seen for our rides don't look great IMO and are too thin. Max members have broken them easily during install. I had my headlights custom done (paint, halo, installation) in Richmond VA by customlightz(dot)com. Check out their web site, you can ship them your lights and they will mod and send back!

[vegetaum]

i plan getting the stage 2 kit for my 06 SE-R, 400whp w/ supporting mods, and installing it myself=P

[nandiito]

so you have cold air intake, turbo, and headers?? jeeezzz man! (Y)

[chernmax]

@nandiito The big piping to the right of the Turbo Air Intake Filter is the cooler air coming from the below silver intercooler going into the Kinetex intake manifold.

[TheDirtyBlazerBoy]

you sound like mr miogi. "hit it young grasshopper" hahaha. i love the maxis man my 97 is still kicking in 13's with 173k! you cant go wrong wit nissan

[chernmax]

@TheDirtyBlazerBoy LOL...

[DNynePro99]

can the kinetix intake manifold fit an 03 max. and how much hp do you gain from it.

[chernmax]

@DNynePro99 It should and with proper tuning should be around 10-12hp

[ripbig31]

i have a 1996 nissan maxima gxe v6 3.0l automatic and i want a turbo system in it about how much is that

[chernmax]

@ripbig31 Price can vary between 3-7 thousand dollars depending on Turbo, computers, nstallation, and tuning...

[kim4dark1]

ohhh my god so goooooooooooood !

[Weedednote94]

@chernmax ok ill check it out, Thanks for the reply

[Weedednote94]

Nice, are there turbos for 07-09 models?

[chernmax]

@Weedednote94 Not to my knowledge. Also no one is really sure if a CVT transmission can hold it or be rebult to hold the added tranny pressure. You can hit up the website SpeedForceRacing(dot)com and Tim's number is listed. They make the Turbo kits for the Maxima's. Good Luck

[SoRealSoReal23]

"hit it grasshopper!" lol sweet ride man!

[secsz]

yoo dude you know your max is a beast... your 6th gen has to be my favorite.. Eddymaxx and Anthonynoz is definitely right after...

[dontbesoft]

looks like he was bout to grosshopp on that engine

[keeser123]

grasshopper lol hahaha.....it reminds me of wat they used to call me in junior basketball....nice max too

[Staticxout2]

hey chern this is Nick from Maxus, with the half black half white 02 max, where did you get your upper intake manifold?

[chernmax]

I got it from Brian at Cattman Performance, just google it!

[DVcustomZ]

I bet that surprises folks. I would race every 350Z that thought he was driftking I could find just to make them feel bad

[SupraStar98tt]

Just because it has a turbo doesn't mean he's gonna be spankin' every car on the road.

[DVcustomZ]

did'nt say every car on the road I said 350z's. Because they think they are fast and they are slow IMO. I said that more so becuase of the sleeper aspect

[SupraStar98tt]

350's are not slow. I mean they are not the worlds fastest cars but they are also not the slowest. I get what ur saying tho.

[fucksuckartist]

Great job guys ! And please upload more videos with high RPM.thanks

[mark850t]

Great job

[bwmacp2006]

I've heard CVT transmissions can only hold about an extra 50 hp before they start having major problems. But thats what i've heard throughout forums and such. Not proven to be true. I have an 04 maxima. Where can i get one of these bad boys?

[chernmax]

Speed Force Racing makes the kit out of Southern CA. w w w(.)speedforceracing(.)com

[cozzey05]

have you had it on the dyno? i've been curious to see some dyno results from a cvt transmission.

[chernmax]

Yes she has been Dyno Tuned and was putting down 345whp or roughly 412 crank HP. Also my car is a 2004 SE and it does not have a CVT but a 5AT with manual matic. The CVT did not get put on the Maxima until model year 2007 and up

[cozzey05]

sorry, have you ever seen a CVT on the dyno?

[chernmax]

Honestly no!!! And I would not want to be the first!!!

[terminal2k7]

how much was the labor the install the turbo / i was thinking of supercharging but i think im going to do turbo instead

[chernmax]

Cost was around $1200, but I'm friends with the owner and he gets tons of work thrown his way by me and I'm not sure what the labor rates are in your area. It also took about a week. I would contact Speed Force Racing and ask them how much they charge for a more realistic idea to budget for.

[terminal2k7]

thanks chern great job once again cant wait for your new videos cant wait to work more on my altima 3.5 , people are telling me i shouldnt hook it up im going to prove them wrong :)

[chernmax]

People said their were no Headers, I successfully installed Hotshots from a 2005 Altima SE-R with no modification but a couple busted knuckles. Then they said their wasn't enough room for a Turbo sooooooooo... Anyway I love the looks on peoples faces when they say CANT!!! And I prove them WRONG!!! Most of all I enjoy it as a part time hobby after work or on weekends in my garage.

[SupraStar98tt]

I hear that man, great job on the car! I'm showing this video at the shop on Monday! Maybe it will motivate some of the slack asses to spend some money and get something.

[shebus1]

all i can say is SICK, and ofcourse VQ POWER

[chernmax]

Thanx, and on the VQPower website I was Maxima of the Month for February :-)

[nikhat1]

hey bro i will be buying the 09 maxima so i was wondering u knw wat the price would be how much was you

[chernmax]

This kit was made for the 6th Gen by SpeedForceRacing(dot)com not the new 7th Gen Maxima. As a matter of fact, no one to my knowledge has put a turbo in a Maxima above year 2007. I suspect no one knows how the CVT transmission will handle the increased torque!!!

[mikenyesi123]

that is theKinetix Intake manifold right? and if so where online can i buy one?

[chernmax]

w w w(dot)kinetixracing(dot)com

[mikenyesi123]

cool thanks have u herd any news on the headers for the 04 yet??

[chernmax]

New developments at CP

New Cattman Headers for 04-08 Maxima and 05/06Altima The development phase of our header project for the 2004-08 Maxima and 2005/06 V6 Altima recently ended after a two-month road test on Mark's (aka Deus ex Maxima) 2005 Maxima 6MT.

DynoJet tests showed the Cattman headers and y-pipe picked up 25+ whp and ft/lbs torque. We were pleased.

[chernmax]

We're taking pre-orders now (no $) for an initial production run of 20 sets expected in late November/early December. Demand will outpace supply, so move now to get a set before the next batch in early February.

Give us a call or check out the discussions on maxima(dot)org to find out about prices, 3-piece header/y-pipe systems, emission solutions, etc.

[chernmax]

New Cattman Website Coming Up

Our long-time customers have heard this before, but this time we really mean it. There will be a completely new Cattman Performance website up in the next few weeks, with an up-to-date catalogue and prices, and of course on-line ordering. The next newsletter will announce it's debut.

[SINGCOWGRL]

dam ur car is so sick i know what u mean about performance parts 4 these cars i have an 05 maxima /w nismo intake but finding anbything after that is an arm and a leg or does not exist i just saw the turbo dam that shit takes some cheese for that like $5500. have u heard anything about a supercharger? also that grill u have "LUCKY" i want one to.

good choice in car i love the look when i fly by mustangs no gts but still. their sleepers no one expects that 4 door car to blow their two right off.

[chernmax]

I pray for mustang GT's LOL, the look of shock on their face as I surge forward is priceless...

[roxxas5]

You should get a anti-lag system.

[roxxas5]

What type of intercooler does it have?

[chernmax]

Spearco intercooler

[lavaking88988]

that is an aggressive cam correct?

[chernmax]

Cam??? Please explain?

[lavaking88988]

well, listening to the idle it sounds like the exhaust valve might be open longer. a more aggressive camshaft (than OEM). or it could be video quality. or i might be stupid

[lavaking88988]

actually it sounds like the intake vavles. either way if you didnt change the cam, you didnt change the cam. and thats my bad.

[chernmax]

No I didn't change the cam. Speed force racing said the internals are good up to about 450hp, I'm running about 345whp or about 410hp at the crank right now.

[lavaking88988]

hmm. might need to get new pistons etc soon, eh?

only 40 away

[chernmax]

Yeah maybe but I also use a GReddy automatic boost controller and I have 1 button that quickly changes from low and high boost. For the Street I roll in low boost (4psi), about 300+whp, if I hit the track, high boost (7psi and I can dial up to 8psi for some more) 345whp+. Anyway, my point is I'm not putting that much of a strain on my car that would require me to mess with engine internals at this time. Having a mid 13 sec car is cool but she will never be a race car, I can live with that!

[lavaking88988]

a boost controller. sounds practical. hey as long as you're happy with the car i dont judge.

[chernmax]

You have to have one if your boosted and automatic boost controllers are the best for one button operation between Hi and Low boost. I also have a Split Second Timing computer in the glove box and an AEM Wide band monitor in one of my cup holders. We cool, I don't take it as judging, some great recommendations actually!!!

[lavaking88988]

yea? thanks man. you have a good one.

[tastings4life]

@chernmax unless u want it to be one. I saw that they have upgraded cams and alum forged pistons for 6th gens. Id imagine one can get upgraded springs/rings and other internals. A bullet proof motot that could withstand a twin turbo set up.

That would be sick.

But Im think of thrown a set up like your on my 06.

Sweet car dude.

[chernmax]

@tastings4life Thanks for the feedback, I already had a complete motor rebuild, I have 1000hp Arias racing low compression pistons (8.6 to 1), Brian Crower Pro Series Connecting Rods , cometic head gaskets, APR head bolts, 440cc fuel injectors, Arias racing rings, Cosworth High Performance Rod Bearings, all new gaskets, seals, springs, polished piston hosing etc.etc.

[n00bf4rm]

I love it!!!! my 03 is bone stock im looking to do the basics I/H/E/Spacers nice work

[chernmax]

Thanks for the feedback, I'd been waiting 4 years for a Turbo kit with possibilities, thanks to Speed Force Racing found it. The wait is over and it's good to do a first at something. Have a great day and drive safe... :-)

[mikenyesi123]

how much horsepower u pushing on that thing? wat cars have u raced and actually taken becouse that car stock is fast

[chernmax]

Currently have her Dynoed at about 412hp, waiting another tuning session to increase to 8psi of boost and closer to 450hp. On the spank list Mustang GT, HEMI Charger, WRX STI (not off the line but I caught him and beat him), SRT-4, Acura TL-R, Cadillac CTS-V, BMW 335i. Car runs solid mid to low 13's and with slicks and configured for the track, she can hit 12's!!! Not bad for a 4 door grocery getter and she's my daily driver!!!

[mikenyesi123]

can you beat a g37?

[chernmax]

Maybe but that's because I'm boosted. But hey I'm a realist, there are way better cars out there that should be purchased for modding and racing, I just wanted to do something different. The Mod market is limited for Maxima's thus more expensive, for every 1000 aftermarket and performance part you can buy for let's say a Honda Civic, you may find 10-15 for a 6th gen Max. It's just a fun car to drive and I like the surprise look I get when people don't expect such performance from a V6!!!

[mikenyesi123]

bro if ur taking 335i's then ur smokingggg g37's 335i's do 0-60 in mid 4 seconds the g37 does it in mid 5 seconds so yea ur taking then forsure. have u clocked ur 0-60 yet? and have u tried racing an srt8? and sorry bout all the questions but by how much do you beat a stock 04 maxi lol? my stock maxi is right next to g35's an i take srt-4's

[chernmax]

Actually the 2008 BMW 335i are putting down about 5.1 sec in 0-60 and the new M3's running about 4.8. On the street or track there are so many variables that you can never guarantee these cars as well as mine own will perform consistently at the same numbers. Was pacing an SRT8 several weeks back and he really weren't trying to race me but any move he made I was on him so he gave me a thumbs up for not being able to shake me and pulling on him several times. Being able to drive is a plus!!!

[mikenyesi123]

awsome man have u clocked ur 0-60 yet? or have u toped it out?

[chernmax]

4.8-5.0 sec have been the norm...

[n00bf4rm]

dude you are taking srt4s in your stock 04?

[mikenyesi123]

bro im right next to stock g35's in a race so u tell me

[Evolancer276]

are u planning to put a bigger turbo in it in the future? and beautiful car btw

[chernmax]

No, since the car is front wheel drive, a bigger Turbo will not have any added value...

This is a Turbonetic T60-1 capable of well over 450hp

Thanks for the props!!!

[aliefdrumline]

i bet it hauls ass

[chernmax]

Yes it does and it's a very fun car to drive...

[XArabHunterX]

So how much modifying did you have to do to get a turbo on it? They do make a turbo kit for the '03 maximas, so im just wondering, are the 2 cars that much different?

[chernmax]

Yes the 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima share the same subframe with the 2002 Nissan Altima. Not any 5th Gen...

I had some more unique requirements since I modified my Hotshot headers, trunk mounted my battery, relocated my fuse box, and had to have the piping custom fabricated since no one did it before and their was no prefabbed set of piping to install...

[XArabHunterX]

"The Nations first 6th Gen Nissan Maxima Turbo" lol. That only means somthing if it came stock.

[chernmax]

I purchased the car new with only 6 miles on it and DUH, it was STOCK!!!

Hey if you don't like my work FINE, don't be trolling my VID's talking stupid shit or I'll block you and delete all your posts. SO STOP HATING!!!

[XArabHunterX]

I was just saying that the turbo is not stock.

Sorry. I didint mean enything bad by it.

[chernmax]

Sorry also, we cool... :-)

[XArabHunterX]

Ya. :D

[azulnator]

sweed it look awesome ma dad has a 96 maxima stock n i like how it runs but ur is off the hook!!

[chernmax]

Thanks for the feedback bro, 3 years of planning and waiting to get to this point. Check out my other VID's of all the driveby's etc.

[mexieddie]

yo how much did it cost to do all that stuff? I also have a maxim, but stock.

[chernmax]

I would budget about 7K

[mexieddie]

where or what parts did you use? were there any special made parts?

[chernmax]

Google Speed Force Racing, they made the kit for a 2002 Nissan Altima. Check out their contact page and call Tim "Turbo Tim"

No special parts, but fabrication of piping (bends, etc.)is required...

[claudearven]

good stuff

[jaymes7872]

sick man sick my wife has an 07 she didn't believe that a maxima could look like this. sick man sick!

[chernmax]

Appreciate the feedback, check out some of my other VID's running it...

[AdmiralArcher]

INDEED!

[rahman20k]

hey where can i get an 04 maxima turbo from?

[Brandeezee]

WHAT KIND OF BOV ???

[chernmax]

38mm TIAL

[00sprayedmax]

that is fuckin sickkkk

[rohanb2]

wow 1st? you must be famous

[chernmax]

No, but proud!!!

[cutesk8erboy]

thats the right attitude man,hate all them people talk shit about how fast they are. this is kick ass though man. try a bonneville next, haha

[chernmax]

I actually was thinking more of an older Impalla SS modified...

[rod717rod]

Wow, nice work. You are an inspiration to all of us Maxima owners. Have you dyno'd it lately, you've got to be pushing 400hp.

[chernmax]

Thanks for the feedback and props bro, and this kit when properly tuned will put down close to 400whp and 450hp at the crank which is what car manufactures advertise...

[maximase86]

Awesome job! Idle seem a little rough though, almost like there was a miss, but not quite. I'm sure you've iron'ed it all out though. Glad to see someone giving 6th gen's some boosted love. :)

[chernmax]

This video sho's the very first turn of the key after install, thought it was worth sharing since it's the Nations first, proper tuning did follow...

[DAILL2DEF]

how do i get in touch with this guy? i would love to know how he did this....i was gonna settle on an electric supercharger, but to hell with that lol....now i see it IS possible afterall....hell of an inspiration man

[CSUnited14]

this is what you have been up to hella nice man.. show us some vids of it running and what ur body kit looks like with it all..

Congrats and still the best 6th gen max alive

[chernmax]

Thanks for the feedback bro...

[nitrors4pr]

Thats Awesome, I seen your videos and your a true insperation to other 6th gens, Im looking to turbo my 6th gen too. I love it !!!

[chernmax]

No actually we were starting it for the very first time after the Turbo install!!!

[scruffy412]

grasshopper? LOL

that sounds beastly. so are they tuning it now?

-silmax00