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."
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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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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).

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.

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.

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!

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

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

Just curious, are you with MA Motorsports?

This was exactly where I thought the application was meant. Quick swap of fenders for race. I love the fact that in the last pic, 2 Z's are sitting there. Not just 2 Z's, but 2 monster Z's.

Thank you for the information and response to my message. Your team does magical stuff on the track. Keep it up!

Yes, MA Motorsports is my full time crew for our drifting effort.

Cool I just emailed yall about the custom LCA's for more steering angle. Interested in getting some!

Oh I see now! Very nice option, thanks for the response MA.

Didn't see this. I need 2 inches of clearance over stock fenders for my new 12.5 wide wheels with 335 width race tires. Anything you have give that kind of Clarence?

Might want to look into Veilside or Tamon.

Legit!

I'm beating a dead horse but the 370Z is setup to take 305s with ease! Those wanting more than 10mm have to be running 13 or wider wheels other wise pointless.

all depends on the offset. If hes running negatives for hellaflush reasons he will need something bigger.

these are an awesome upgrade.

Not to derail here, but why would someone go for hellaflush or whatever they call the ridiculous camber'd and stretched tire on a wheel look for? Sponsorship??? It just doesn't work for me.

Now those fenders would be awesome if I were a track junkie and needed quick and easy access to a good deal of the rear section of the car.