Hey guys, I am new here and thinking about getting a Nismo 370Z. Problem is, I want more power than stock has to offer. I am looking at possibly a
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03-09-2012, 03:39 AM | #1 (permalink) |
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Supercharger kit...?
Hey guys, I am new here and thinking about getting a Nismo 370Z. Problem is, I want more power than stock has to offer. I am looking at possibly a supercharger kit, but I want to know how these kits rank for a daily driver? Reliable? Not reliable? etc. What SC kit is the best for this car? I have looked at the Stillen kit, but couldn't really find any reliability info on it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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03-09-2012, 07:55 AM | #2 (permalink) |
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Um ... welcome to the board and a couple of things ....
But to answer your question these are your options in random order:
Your personal preference on which one is best. |
03-09-2012, 09:53 AM | #3 (permalink) |
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But search for sure. The Stillen kit is well made makes good power( Only after custom tune) an the service us EH :/ I have a tread on here about what I'm going through.
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03-10-2012, 10:59 AM | #6 (permalink) |
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"So what is the general consensus on reliability on the GTM kits?" ... or an other FI kit from Stillen or GReddy for example.
Several factors are involved with providing reliability with any of the FI kits:
Do a lot of research before picking a kit to meet your performance goals. Also, be prepared for expenses beyond the FI kit, the installation, and a tune. Last, be prepared to be more involved in maintaining your ride after the initial install. |
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Don't forget some sticky rubber, and a radar detector!
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Didnt look at the OPs location! Cross that off the list!!
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03-10-2012, 04:05 PM | #11 (permalink) |
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Wind.zero hit it all, money and being prepared is what it boils down to.
I have just under 20k miles on my GTM stage 1 kit and daily drive the car, minus the last 4 months because some lady hit me. Kit has been very reliable, but I monitor the car extra and keep strict maintenance levels so not as to cause more issues.
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Thats good advice.
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Had to edit my post, not sure what I was smoking earlier, I am at 20k.
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How often do you change the blower oil? Does it take a trip to installer to keep it in shape? If so how often? I want the GTM for my Nismo but no authored dealers here in DC.
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Quote:
I think some of the up keep can be done yourself, especially if you have some mechanical knowledge and the proper tools.
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