Non Stop Tuning (NST) CR-Lite Crank Pulley

Horsepower Gain
3,000 to 3,500 range: 2.0 to 3.0
3,500 to 5,500 range: 5.0 to 4.0
5,500 to redline range: 2.0 to 4.0

Torque Gain
3,000 to 3,500 range: 3.0 to 4.0
3,500 to 5,500 range: 6.0 to 5.0
5,500 to redline range: 3.0 to 4.0
Horsepower Gain 3,000 to 3,500 range: 2.0 to 3.0 3,500 to 5,500 range: 5.0 to 4.0 5,50

Parts
Crankshaft pulley, instructions, stickers

Tools
10-, 12-, 14-, 17-, and 19mm sockets, ratchet, swivel, open-end wrenches, extensions, flat-head screwdriver, breaker bar

Installation Time
50 minutes

Pros
The NST CR-Lite crank pulley is designed for Cube owners looking to reduce rotational mass at the crank for additional power and improved throttle response. These OEM-diameter crank pulleys are crafted from 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum, include proper timing marks, and are compatible with the OEM Nissan belt.

Cons
Removing the factory crank pulley requires an air compressor with a minimum 140 psi of pressure and a heavy-duty impact gun to aid in zapping the bolt loose. Like with our exhaust install, we recommend having an assistant lend a helping hand when removing the OEM unit and installing the new crank pulley.

Notes
The NST crank pulley, weighing 30 oz. lighter than the OE unit (52 oz.), made 3.5 hp and 4.7 lb-ft of torque over our previous run. The pulley delivered an increase in mid-range and top-end power, with a peak gain of 5.0 hp and 6.0 lb-ft of torque at 3,700 rpm. Gains of at least 4.0 hp and 4.0 lb-ft of torque were seen consistently from 4,000 to 5,300 rpm.

CONCLUSION

	HP Level	+HP	TQ Level	+TQ
BASELINE	104.0		109.6
WEAPON-R INTAKE	106.7	2.7	111.0	1.4
DC SPORTS EXHAUST	111.1	4.4	114.0	3.0
NST CRANK PULLEY	114.6	3.5	118.7	4.7
FINAL	114.6	10.6	118.7	9.1

Testing our Cube with three basic bolt-on products delivered a gain of 10.6 hp and 9.1 lb-ft torque over our baseline run. The Cube responded well to our modifications and acceleration was noticeably improved on the street. With a sticker price of only $13,990 for the base model and an estimated 30 mpg on the highway, Quirky might not be such a bad thing after all.

BANKROLL


WEAPON-R SECRET WEAPON INTAKE	$269.00
DC SPORTS SCS CAT-BACK EXHAUST	$599.00
NST CR-LITE CRANK PULLEY	$128.00
MSRP TOTAL	$996.00

HOTBOX
DC Sports 768 S. Turnbull Canyon Rd City of Industry CA 91746 800-237-7560 www.dcsports.com	SP Engineering 424 Turnbull Canyon Rd. City Of Industry CA 91745 626-333-5398 www.sp-power.com
Weapon*R 180 SYLVESTER AVE. South San Francisco CA 94080 650-877-8280 www.weapon-r.com	Non Stop Tuning www.nonstoptuning.com