Top 5 GT-R Modifications For The Money

Pushing More Power For Your Money In an R35 GT-R

The R35 GT-R is an exceptional platform on which to build your racer, especially since it starts strong as a performance powerhouse from the factory. Of course, the most significant performance upgrade you can make to just about any vehicle would be a nice set of sticky tires, but other performance parts require a bit more planning.

As you build your GT-R into the racer you’ve dreamt of, you’ll want to ensure the parts you're adding/modifying will pave the way for future development so you don’t have to backtrack once you get there. Here are our top modifications for your R35 GT-R that maximize your money in both the short and long term.

R35 GT-R Tune - Accessport

No matter what mods you make to your vehicle, you’ll need a tune that makes the most of the new features. Some more minor mods like a performance air filter aren’t going to gain all that much even with a tune, but others like a new intake or exhaust will need a tune to meet their full potential. The best, most approachable way to get a tune is to have an ECU upgrade like a Cobb Accessport. Even if you have no other modifications done to the vehicle, you can use the Accessport to load a more aggressive tune that unlocks more of the engine’s stock potential, as it’s limited by a conservative factory tune. If you’re doing all of your mods in one go, a good tune should be the last step of the process. But, no matter where you are along the process, Boostin Performance is your local destination for GT-R Cobb Accessport installation and tuning.

R35 GT-R Intake & Exhaust Upgrades

Your engine is an air pump. All it does is suck air in, mix it with fuel, and facilitate combustion to keep the process going. There are a great number of components that affect the total volume of air the engine churns through, but the most accessible to modify and improve would be the intake and exhaust systems.

GT-R Intake Upgrade

An aftermarket performance GT-R intake can improve your sound and, more importantly, deliver more air to your turbos. Ditching the bulk of a factory intake in favor of a more open performance intake is a great way to get your turbos working at peak performance. Browse our curated performance GT-R intake for your best options.

GT-R Exhaust Upgrade

An upgraded Y-pipe can improve exhaust flow (and sound if you’re opting out of resonators), but upgrading the whole exhaust system to a 3.5” or 4” system would be a good idea if you’re serious about your power upgrades. Browse our performance exhaust systems or speak with one of our performance professionals at Boostin Performance and get your GT-R set up with the proper exhaust for your goals.

R35 GT-R Fuel Delivery Upgrades

Whether you want to make the switch to E85 or you’re making some other significant power upgrades, you’ll need a fuel system capable of delivering all the fuel your engine will need to put the power down. A set of high-flowing injectors and a performance fuel pump are critical components in delivering adequate fuel to keep up with your performance gains. If you’re unsure which parts to go with for your build, we at Boostin Performance would be happy to help you find the right performance injectors and fuel pumps for your GT-R.

R35 GT-R Turbocharger Upgrade

The stock turbochargers of your GT-R are key to that commendable factory power, but they can only push out so much air. Whether porting the inlets on the stock turbos is all you’ll need to meet your power goals or a set of beefier turbos is more up to your speed, Boostin Performance is eager to help you through the build process.

There are a significant number of other supporting mods you’ll have to make when upgrading your turbo to get the most out of it, but if you’ve followed those upgrades on this list, you’re likely already most of the way there. There’s just one more thing you should consider for fully-optimized performance: upgraded camshafts.

R35 GT-R Camshaft Upgrade

The R35 GT-R is equipped with variable valve timing which helps improve the power dynamics across the RPM range, but you’ll find the camshafts to be a limiting factor when you start trying to push more air through the engine for more power. For upgraded turbos, upgraded camshafts are a must.

The benefits include improved turbo spooling, improved power throughout the rpm range, and enhanced overall engine efficiency. In short of it, a camshaft upgrade lets more of the boosted air into the cylinder to make the most out of your boost. Don’t leave power for the taking; let Boostin Performance boost your performance.

Boostin Performance: Your Local GT-R Performance Shop

If you’re ready to start building your R35 GT-R into the racer of your dreams, whether your event is at the track or the strip, Boostin Performance is the local performance shop that can help craft your GT-R into the car you’ve always wanted. No more guessing and hoping for the best with performance parts; our team of performance professionals knows what it takes to get your GT-R to put the power down. Start a conversation with us today and give us the chance to learn what we can do for you and your GT-R.