Ron's better late than never TT build thread

Ron · 11-30-2011, 11:27 PM

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Project White ... Eagle

Pioneer – The word itself conjures thoughts of everything from heroic settlers blazing trails into the unknown to brilliant engineers on the... Ooops, no.. wrong build thread!

lol jk Sam & Mike

Aaanyway..Super excited to finally be typing this. For as long as I remember I've wanted to modify a car beyond the basic bolt ons and never got the chance to do so because of time or resources. Before getting the Z I have now I already had my mind set on going FI. I've spent the last few months asking members questions, talking to vendors and gathering parts.

I've been contemplating the idea of doing the install myself, as you can see on my journal I try to DIY as much as I can. It's heaps of fun, it teaches you a lot about your car and it gives you the peace of mind that someone is not half a$$ing the project... Unfortunately, I don't think I have the time to tackle this. So I am talking to shops right now about pricing, time frame and pretty much getting to know who I will be trusting my car to.

Anyway, last night I talked to Sam and the kit is supposed to be shipped Friday. I still have a couple of misc items I need to get and stuff to do/organize before the car goes under the knife. I will keep you guys updated as things move along.

My main goal on this build is not chasing a number, I am after doing things right the first time.

Now the parts list:

-GTM Stage 2 Turn-key Kit with GTX2863R turbos
-TiAL Q BOV's, relocated
-GTM 3" Downpipes w/ 38mm TiAL external Wastegates (0.4bar spring) Open dumps
-Fast Intentions 3'' TDX Catback Exhaust
-GTM ECU Flash with Uprev Tuner license
-Bosch EV14 650cc/min Injectors
-Walbro 255lph fuel pump
-GTM Fuel pump voltage stabilizer kit
-HKS spark plugs
-GTM 34R oil cooler with thermostatic plate.
-Southbend TZR SS clutch Replaced with Southbend 6 puck
-ZSpeed Metal CSC
-Southbend Steel Flywheel Too loud and I'm too anal, kept stock one
-GTM Windshield washer reservoir
-STRI Boost, Oil press and Oil temp gauges Replaced by custom digital gauges
-Innovate MTX-L AFR gauge
-HKS EVC 6 Boost Controller (New Gen)
-Redline MT-85 Trans Oil
-Redline 75W90 Diff Oil
-Redline 5W30 Engine Oil
-Redline PS fluid
-Castrol SRF clutch/brake fluid
-DEI fire wrap
-Polydyn high temp ceramic coatings (downpipes, exhaust manifold and turbo exhaust housings)

I should be getting some vacuum hose, the DEI fire wrap, Z1 silicone and fluids this week. As soon as the kit arrives I will be taking the exhaust parts for coating. Once they are back and I figure something out for transport to get me to work, the car will be going to the shop... Stay tuned and wish me luck!

Special thanks to:

-Sam@GTM
-Mike@GTM
-Jason@Baker Tuning
-Tony@Fast Intentions
-Jomer@FBNissan
-Joe@ZSpeed
-John@Z1
-Dustin@Z1
-Russel@RHDJapan
-Jason@Baker Tuning
-Johnny@Jtran Studio

LINKS

Parts

Ceramic coatings

Build Process

Build Process 2

Tuning @ Jtran Studio

Bryan · 11-30-2011, 11:35 PM

Sounds sick Ron. I've been following your mods for a while and have modeled my car after yours, I would love to see the finished product once it's done. Congrats on the build

Super Moderator II · 11-30-2011, 11:38 PM

good luck, i'll be looking forward to the finished product as well!

Skeeterbop · 11-30-2011, 11:40 PM

Subscribed!

NYBladeZ · 11-30-2011, 11:51 PM

Sub'd

GetYourWheels · 12-01-2011, 12:21 AM

Sub'd for sure

milo · 12-01-2011, 12:31 AM

What shop will you be doing the install?

Ron · 12-01-2011, 08:54 AM

Thanks guys, I'll try to post as many pics as possible and update as this develops.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bryan

Sounds sick Ron. I've been following your mods for a while and have modeled my car after yours, I would love to see the finished product once it's done. Congrats on the build

Thanks man, what an honor!

Quote:

Originally Posted by milo

What shop will you be doing the install?

Not sure yet

weiboy718 · 12-01-2011, 09:05 AM

That is a nice list! I like!

Congrats Ron!

theDreamer · 12-01-2011, 10:03 AM

Looking good, cannot wait to see it done.

elliotty · 12-01-2011, 10:13 AM

Very nice build! Similar to what I am getting ready to undertake. Sub'd for sure.

How hard was swapping the triple meter gauge? Did you do it yourself? I have seen the various other threads and can't decide if I want to undertake the replacement.

haitech · 12-01-2011, 10:19 AM

Oh yes Ron. Always a little late but better than nothing.

Ron · 12-01-2011, 10:35 AM

lol,yeah. Late bc I've wanted to build a car this way for years.

Quote:

Originally Posted by elliotty

Very nice build! Similar to what I am getting ready to undertake. Sub'd for sure.

How hard was swapping the triple meter gauge? Did you do it yourself? I have seen the various other threads and can't decide if I want to undertake the replacement.

Gauges are not mounted yet, that was just a "lets see how they look" test. You can actually see the cables dangling. I'll let you guys know how it goes. From what I've heard... it's a PITA!

theaudir8fan · 12-01-2011, 10:46 AM

looks good, hope you it all works out well for you

thetaste · 12-01-2011, 12:00 PM

In for this. Good luck and have fun!

11-30-2011, 11:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 22	Ron's "Finally my own TT build thread" Thread ... Project White ... Eagle Pioneer – The word itself conjures thoughts of everything from heroic settlers blazing trails into the unknown to brilliant engineers on the... Ooops, no.. wrong build thread! lol jk Sam & Mike Aaanyway..Super excited to finally be typing this. For as long as I remember I've wanted to modify a car beyond the basic bolt ons and never got the chance to do so because of time or resources. Before getting the Z I have now I already had my mind set on going FI. I've spent the last few months asking members questions, talking to vendors and gathering parts. I've been contemplating the idea of doing the install myself, as you can see on my journal I try to DIY as much as I can. It's heaps of fun, it teaches you a lot about your car and it gives you the peace of mind that someone is not half a$$ing the project... Unfortunately, I don't think I have the time to tackle this. So I am talking to shops right now about pricing, time frame and pretty much getting to know who I will be trusting my car to. Anyway, last night I talked to Sam and the kit is supposed to be shipped Friday. I still have a couple of misc items I need to get and stuff to do/organize before the car goes under the knife. I will keep you guys updated as things move along. My main goal on this build is not chasing a number, I am after doing things right the first time. Now the parts list: -GTM Stage 2 Turn-key Kit with GTX2863R turbos -TiAL Q BOV's, relocated -GTM 3" Downpipes w/ 38mm TiAL external Wastegates (0.4bar spring) Open dumps -Fast Intentions 3'' TDX Catback Exhaust -GTM ECU Flash with Uprev Tuner license -Bosch EV14 650cc/min Injectors -Walbro 255lph fuel pump -GTM Fuel pump voltage stabilizer kit -HKS spark plugs -GTM 34R oil cooler with thermostatic plate. -Southbend TZR SS clutch Replaced with Southbend 6 puck -ZSpeed Metal CSC -Southbend Steel Flywheel Too loud and I'm too anal, kept stock one -GTM Windshield washer reservoir -STRI Boost, Oil press and Oil temp gauges Replaced by custom digital gauges -Innovate MTX-L AFR gauge -HKS EVC 6 Boost Controller (New Gen) -Redline MT-85 Trans Oil -Redline 75W90 Diff Oil -Redline 5W30 Engine Oil -Redline PS fluid -Castrol SRF clutch/brake fluid -DEI fire wrap -Polydyn high temp ceramic coatings (downpipes, exhaust manifold and turbo exhaust housings) I should be getting some vacuum hose, the DEI fire wrap, Z1 silicone and fluids this week. As soon as the kit arrives I will be taking the exhaust parts for coating. Once they are back and I figure something out for transport to get me to work, the car will be going to the shop... Stay tuned and wish me luck! Special thanks to: -Sam@GTM -Mike@GTM -Jason@Baker Tuning -Tony@Fast Intentions -Jomer@FBNissan -Joe@ZSpeed -John@Z1 -Dustin@Z1 -Russel@RHDJapan -Jason@Baker Tuning -Johnny@Jtran Studio LINKS Parts Ceramic coatings Build Process Build Process 2 Tuning @ Jtran Studio __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ] Last edited by Ron; 04-22-2012 at 01:27 PM.

11-30-2011, 11:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 40 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 16	Subscribed! __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

11-30-2011, 11:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
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12-01-2011, 12:21 AM	#6 (permalink)
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12-01-2011, 10:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	Looking good, cannot wait to see it done. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

11-30-2011, 11:35 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bryan Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 72 Drives: 13' STI Rep Power: 15	Sounds sick Ron. I've been following your mods for a while and have modeled my car after yours, I would love to see the finished product once it's done. Congrats on the build

11-30-2011, 11:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
Super Moderator II Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Earth Posts: 379 Drives: a Spaceship Rep Power: 6264	good luck, i'll be looking forward to the finished product as well!

12-01-2011, 12:31 AM	#7 (permalink)
milo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: ATX Posts: 38 Drives: Z Rep Power: 15	What shop will you be doing the install?

12-01-2011, 09:05 AM	#9 (permalink)
weiboy718 Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bay Area Posts: 923 Drives: Infiniti G37 Rep Power: 16	That is a nice list! I like! Congrats Ron!

12-01-2011, 10:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
elliotty Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 355 Drives: '10 PG Nismo TT Rep Power: 15	Very nice build! Similar to what I am getting ready to undertake. Sub'd for sure. How hard was swapping the triple meter gauge? Did you do it yourself? I have seen the various other threads and can't decide if I want to undertake the replacement.

12-01-2011, 10:19 AM	#12 (permalink)
haitech Track Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Austin/Dallas Posts: 922 Drives: 11' 370z Magnetic M6 Rep Power: 15	Oh yes Ron. Always a little late but better than nothing.

12-01-2011, 10:46 AM	#14 (permalink)
theaudir8fan Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: lonely land up north Posts: 162 Drives: 07 Infiniti G35S PG Rep Power: 14	looks good, hope you it all works out well for you __________________ 2007 Infiniti G35S 5AT PG; GTM; KW; Hotchkis; Stillen; Berks; SPC; GT-spec; SxExCx

12-01-2011, 12:00 PM	#15 (permalink)
thetaste Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Soddy Daisy Posts: 236 Drives: GTR Rep Power: 14	In for this. Good luck and have fun!

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