Chris Forsberg Racing wide rear fenders: Anyone try these?

CDepp · 12-26-2012, 05:22 PM

"Replacement carbon fiber or fiberglass rear quarter panels for the Nissan 370Z. These rear fenders are approximately 10mm wider than stock, taking advantage of the already very wide rear track of the 370Z. No cutting is required but it is recommended to take full advantage of the weight savings. These fenders help you to loose weight as well as provide the ability to have replaceable quarter panels if yours get damaged."
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There was a thread a while ago about widening the fenders, and I think an additional 10mm would give some DD's a little more aggresive stance without the 'rice'-worries of rivets or whatnot.

gbrettin · 12-26-2012, 07:02 PM

doesn't look that much wider to me. although10mm is nit a whole lot.

cooltoy · 12-26-2012, 08:57 PM

Don't the fenders have to come together with the rear? And if the fenders are wider, how would they do that?

SPOHN · 12-26-2012, 09:19 PM

Nicely priced also. But once again the weight needs to come off the front of our cars.

bullitt5897 · 12-26-2012, 10:20 PM

I will be looking to offer a 3" version made from my car

Mike

CDepp · 12-26-2012, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Bullitt@UAMotorsports

I will be looking to offer a 3" version made from my car

Mike

That would be ridonkulous! I want pics and pricing if successful.

CDepp · 12-26-2012, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by cooltoy

Don't the fenders have to come together with the rear? And if the fenders are wider, how would they do that?

Probably made the molds from OEM 'rolled fenders. Back in the mid/early 90's, before body kits were readily available, we'd spend hours rolling and stretching the original bodywork to widen it. On my 95 integra GS-R, we widened the front by 1.3" and the rear by almost 1.75". I have no idea the name of the tool, but it was like a large steel ball/drum you would constantly mold the panel over for hours on end. Reminded me of kneading dough out like a pizza.

Ni55anPat · 12-27-2012, 12:38 AM

That's dope. I wish it was at least 15-20mm

Mr&Mrs · 12-27-2012, 12:45 AM

Hmmm how do these work? We have beat this around so many times. Our rear fenders are welded to the frame. How can you put these on and maintain a good structure (unless you go bullits route which costs mega cash)???

CDepp · 12-27-2012, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr&Mrs

Hmmm how do these work? We have beat this around so many times. Our rear fenders are welded to the frame. How can you put these on and maintain a good structure (unless you go bullits route which costs mega cash)???

The more I think about it, I'm led to believe the original fender edging is there(where it meets the frame) and the main part is cut away. I will email tomorrow and get some details and to see if this would break my Club Rally status on the Z (stock with minor alterations).

Mr&Mrs · 12-27-2012, 02:43 AM

I figured that because I noticed rivets all the way around. That is still going to be pricey to carefully cut the outter shell of the fender off. For only 10mm gain I cant see the point in doing this.

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Originally Posted by CDepp

The more I think about it, I'm led to believe the original fender edging is there(where it meets the frame) and the main part is cut away. I will email tomorrow and get some details and to see if this would break my Club Rally status on the Z (stock with minor alterations).

CDepp · 12-27-2012, 07:40 AM

I think the point of these would be for racing and easy swap out (drilling out rivets and pop-riveting a new panel on and you're GTG). I cannot imagine they would work for show or DD.

I believe the 10mm would come from rolling out the fender well away from the original mounting. This would reduce tire rub and allow someone to drop their car a little more without sacrifice to wheel size or camber correction.

Hopefully, they will get back to me soon; email sent.

Topics II · 12-27-2012, 10:34 AM

Hello everyone,

These fenders were made not to be a "widebody" application. They are to be a lightweight/replaceable option on racing applications. As you can see below we remove all the crushable metal and replace it with the composite fender. You can remove more material but we are limited by the "rear most suspension point" (rear subframe mount) and no higher than our front side window trim in the Formula Drift rules.

We felt that the rear track width was already very wide vs the front track width and the wheelbase. Which is why they are not 20, 30, 50mm fenders. They are available in fiberglass and wet or dry carbon fiber. Thanks for the interest!

bullitt5897 · 12-27-2012, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Topics II

Hello everyone,

These fenders were made not to be a "widebody" application. They are to be a lightweight/replaceable option on racing applications. As you can see below we remove all the crushable metal and replace it with the composite fender. You can remove more material but we are limited by the "rear most suspension point" (rear subframe mount) and no higher than our front side window trim in the Formula Drift rules.

We felt that the rear track width was already very wide vs the front track width and the wheelbase. Which is why they are not 20, 30, 50mm fenders. They are available in fiberglass and wet or dry carbon fiber. Thanks for the interest!

A great option for those who dont want a full widebody.

My option would be: 3" on each rear fender and 1" on the front fender.

VDC_OFF · 12-27-2012, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topics II

Hello everyone,

These fenders were made not to be a "widebody" application. They are to be a lightweight/replaceable option on racing applications. As you can see below we remove all the crushable metal and replace it with the composite fender. You can remove more material but we are limited by the "rear most suspension point" (rear subframe mount) and no higher than our front side window trim in the Formula Drift rules.

We felt that the rear track width was already very wide vs the front track width and the wheelbase. Which is why they are not 20, 30, 50mm fenders. They are available in fiberglass and wet or dry carbon fiber. Thanks for the interest!

Just curious, are you with MA Motorsports?

12-26-2012, 05:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
CDepp Track Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 837 Drives: sideways Rep Power: 14	Chris Forsberg Racing wide rear fenders: Anyone try these? "Replacement carbon fiber or fiberglass rear quarter panels for the Nissan 370Z. These rear fenders are approximately 10mm wider than stock, taking advantage of the already very wide rear track of the 370Z. No cutting is required but it is recommended to take full advantage of the weight savings. These fenders help you to loose weight as well as provide the ability to have replaceable quarter panels if yours get damaged." Linkies There was a thread a while ago about widening the fenders, and I think an additional 10mm would give some DD's a little more aggresive stance without the 'rice'-worries of rivets or whatnot. __________________ -CDepp- 2011 MB Base+S M6 \| Invidia Exhaust \| TommyKairaHebiBeibi \| H&R Spacers 15/20 \| GTR Start \| 305hp/240tq

12-26-2012, 07:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,284 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 589151	doesn't look that much wider to me. although10mm is nit a whole lot. CSA0890 and DEpointfive0 like this.

12-26-2012, 09:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 46 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	Nicely priced also. But once again the weight needs to come off the front of our cars. __________________

12-26-2012, 10:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
bullitt5897 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North GA Posts: 6,831 Drives: Twin Turbo Z34 Rep Power: 3682	I will be looking to offer a 3" version made from my car Mike CSA0890 and CDepp like this. __________________ *Shop Cars: 2013 318whp Nismo VspecII 370z SOLD, 2009 1000hp+ 93oct 4.0L TT 370z Fast Intentions STAGE 4 #054*

12-27-2012, 12:38 AM	#8 (permalink)
Ni55anPat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,831 Drives: Zed Rep Power: 18	That's dope. I wish it was at least 15-20mm dirTy_shoeZ likes this.

12-26-2012, 08:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
cooltoy Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Calgary Posts: 13,973 Drives: 14 PW 370Z S/T MT Rep Power: 243722	Don't the fenders have to come together with the rear? And if the fenders are wider, how would they do that?

12-27-2012, 12:45 AM	#9 (permalink)
Mr&Mrs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,207 Drives: RZ34 Rep Power: 31940	Hmmm how do these work? We have beat this around so many times. Our rear fenders are welded to the frame. How can you put these on and maintain a good structure (unless you go bullits route which costs mega cash)??? __________________ Project Z <--Click - Check out the link too many mods to list!

12-27-2012, 07:40 AM	#12 (permalink)
CDepp Track Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 837 Drives: sideways Rep Power: 14	I think the point of these would be for racing and easy swap out (drilling out rivets and pop-riveting a new panel on and you're GTG). I cannot imagine they would work for show or DD. I believe the 10mm would come from rolling out the fender well away from the original mounting. This would reduce tire rub and allow someone to drop their car a little more without sacrifice to wheel size or camber correction. Hopefully, they will get back to me soon; email sent. __________________ -CDepp- 2011 MB Base+S M6 \| Invidia Exhaust \| TommyKairaHebiBeibi \| H&R Spacers 15/20 \| GTR Start \| 305hp/240tq

12-27-2012, 10:34 AM	#13 (permalink)
Topics II Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 51 Drives: 2015 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 15	Hello everyone, These fenders were made not to be a "widebody" application. They are to be a lightweight/replaceable option on racing applications. As you can see below we remove all the crushable metal and replace it with the composite fender. You can remove more material but we are limited by the "rear most suspension point" (rear subframe mount) and no higher than our front side window trim in the Formula Drift rules. We felt that the rear track width was already very wide vs the front track width and the wheelbase. Which is why they are not 20, 30, 50mm fenders. They are available in fiberglass and wet or dry carbon fiber. Thanks for the interest! dirTy_shoeZ, VDC_OFF and CDepp like this. Last edited by Topics II; 12-27-2012 at 10:38 AM.

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