Fast Intentions exhaust is here!

ZMan8 · 04-05-2012, 09:13 PM

Yeah i didn't get any either with my shipment. I'm sure when he has a moment he'll send those out. I'll gladly rep him!

conor1123 · 04-07-2012, 01:53 AM

#478 Shipped! Thanks Tony!

PaulZ370 · 04-08-2012, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

Got my LTH, 12" res. and CBE installed.

It was pretty much straight forward to do. The left side stock header heat shield is a PITA to remove.

The only problem I have is my steering wheel is pointed to the left and my TC light is on. I talked to Tony about this. The thing with my Z is the the steering shaft is indexed for only one position. I can't move one tooth to line things back up. I've been fighting with this for a week now.

I misaligned my steering also as I had to disconnect the linkage to get to the Demon Bolt. A trip to Nissan the next day and it was fixed very easily. There is a blue plastic ring at the bottom of the linkage with a blue "nubbie" that points out. On the linkage itself, the split in the clamp (where the bolt is ) has to line up with the blue nubbie on the plastic ring. This prety much lines up your steering wheel. I know it's hard to visualize this without pictures, but if you have been struggling with it for a week or more then you know what I am talking about. If still in doubt, take it to Nissan, but DO NOT LET THEM RE-ALIGN THE CAR IN ORDER TO SET YOUR STEERING STRAIGHT! The linkage has to be reset, otherwise the cable to the Air Bag that wraps around the steering can be damaged as it can be overstretched when at max turn, and your air bag may not deploy. If you get a tech worth his salt, then he'll know what I am talking about. I spent about an hour and a half chatting with the tech, the actual work took 15 minutes and that includes putting her up on the rack, resetting the linkage properly, taking her off the rack, driving in the parking lot to test the steering, then back on the rack to tighten things up.

We both made the same mistake: we took the wrong bolt out when disconnecting the linkage. The larger bolt higher up on the linkage is where we should have disconnected it. There is a key way there that will Not Allow you to misalign things...

Hope this helps!

PaulZ370 · 04-08-2012, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PaulZ370

Ok guys, I uploaded my pics showing how the system was received in its packaging to final installation. The Demon Bolt on the driver's side lived up to its name. No Cheater Bar or Impact Wrench could budge it more than a couple of threads and then it just seized up solid on us. Two hours later after we pretty much stripped out the head trying conventional methods, I had to run out to a nearby auto parts place and purchase a $30 Bolt Extractor set. The bolt gave up after that and the installation proceeded without a hitch...

Nissan 370Z Forum - PaulZ370's Album: Fast Intentions HFC/CBE System

The system has finally settled in tone and the computer seems to have adjusted itself to the increased air flow. The exhaust tone now has become pretty consistent - low rumble at idle and a nice growl at acceleration. No drone, no audible hiss, no rattles, and perfect looks. The car seems to be much more responsive to throttle, as well as very "relaxed" on shifting gears - not sure how to describe this except that I think the engine's response to gear changes is not as "jerky"..? does this make sense...?... and of course, there is a whole lot more power available now after driving it for approx 250 miles since I installed the system.

I think I'm there with my setup... and I LOVE IT!

roplusbee · 04-08-2012, 05:58 PM

Any update on the 3" version?

mtaxelson · 04-08-2012, 06:43 PM

Is the turbo kit still under development ? Haven't heard any updates on that lately either.

Rusty · 04-08-2012, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PaulZ370

I misaligned my steering also as I had to disconnect the linkage to get to the Demon Bolt. A trip to Nissan the next day and it was fixed very easily. There is a blue plastic ring at the bottom of the linkage with a blue "nubbie" that points out. On the linkage itself, the split in the clamp (where the bolt is ) has to line up with the blue nubbie on the plastic ring. This prety much lines up your steering wheel. I know it's hard to visualize this without pictures, but if you have been struggling with it for a week or more then you know what I am talking about. If still in doubt, take it to Nissan, but DO NOT LET THEM RE-ALIGN THE CAR IN ORDER TO SET YOUR STEERING STRAIGHT! The linkage has to be reset, otherwise the cable to the Air Bag that wraps around the steering can be damaged as it can be overstretched when at max turn, and your air bag may not deploy. If you get a tech worth his salt, then he'll know what I am talking about. I spent about an hour and a half chatting with the tech, the actual work took 15 minutes and that includes putting her up on the rack, resetting the linkage properly, taking her off the rack, driving in the parking lot to test the steering, then back on the rack to tighten things up.

We both made the same mistake: we took the wrong bolt out when disconnecting the linkage. The larger bolt higher up on the linkage is where we should have disconnected it. There is a key way there that will Not Allow you to misalign things...

Hope this helps!

I know what you are talking about. I removed the bolt (12mm) on top of the steering knuckle. I removed the steering shaft from the knuckle. The knuckle was never touched on the rack and pinion. The blue collar was never moved. The steering shaft is indexed (keyed) to go into the knuckle only one way. That's where I'm having problems. So I got to make an appointment for the dealer. Thank you.

The Dimer · 04-08-2012, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson

Is the turbo kit still under development ? Haven't heard any updates on that lately either.

I'm sure it is. Tony is not one to make empty promises. There's a lot that goes into building a turbo kit, but even more that goes into building a turbo kit that needs to be reproduced identically time and time again.

It would be cool to see a progress thread, though.

PaulZ370 · 04-08-2012, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

I know what you are talking about. I removed the bolt (12mm) on top of the steering knuckle. I removed the steering shaft from the knuckle. The knuckle was never touched on the rack and pinion. The blue collar was never moved. The steering shaft is indexed (keyed) to go into the knuckle only one way. That's where I'm having problems. So I got to make an appointment for the dealer. Thank you.

I'd be highly interested to know what went wrong then - according to the tech, doing it the way you did should not effect the steering at all. Very curious to know what Nissan says...

Rusty · 04-09-2012, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PaulZ370

I'd be highly interested to know what went wrong then - according to the tech, doing it the way you did should not effect the steering at all. Very curious to know what Nissan says...

Me too.

bdbaity · 04-09-2012, 08:37 AM

Big thanks to Tony, hats off!!! Bravo!!! This is hands down the best exhaust I have ever seen for just about any car. The craftsmanship and fit is amazing. The sound is unbelievable for only a 3.7L v6. My Z sounds so much better than my neighbors Ferrari F355.

I have had Stillen, HKS and Invidia and none hold a candle to FI.

PaulZ370 · 04-09-2012, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by bdbaity

Big thanks to Tony, hats off!!! Bravo!!! This is hands down the best exhaust I have ever seen for just about any car. The craftsmanship and fit is amazing. The sound is unbelievable for only a 3.7L v6. My Z sounds so much better than my neighbors Ferrari F355.

I have had Stillen, HKS and Invidia and none hold a candle to FI.

I've seen and heard plenty other exhausts - None are comparable to the FI in either looks or sound, and/or Fitment !!

scottIN · 04-09-2012, 10:08 AM

My exhaust should be shipping this week! Question though:

Is there anyway to get to the demon bolt w/o lifting the car? I'm thinking about trying to soak it a few times in PB Blaster so the shop I'm taking it to doesn't have an issue. Just haven't crawled under there myself to see if you can see / reach it.

TerribleONE · 04-09-2012, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by The Dimer

I'm sure it is. Tony is not one to make empty promises. There's a lot that goes into building a turbo kit, but even more that goes into building a turbo kit that needs to be reproduced identically time and time again.

It would be cool to see a progress thread, though.

A thread should be coming soon!!! Tony just doesnt want the competition to get any ideas

PaulZ370 · 04-09-2012, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by scottIN

My exhaust should be shipping this week! Question though:

Is there anyway to get to the demon bolt w/o lifting the car? I'm thinking about trying to soak it a few times in PB Blaster so the shop I'm taking it to doesn't have an issue. Just haven't crawled under there myself to see if you can see / reach it.

It's much easier to get to it and apply a good amount of force to twist it off from the engine compartment, and not from below. You can reach it from below, but it is worse of a nightmare to do so. Mind your steering linkage though... it may just be in the way of the Driver's side Demon Bolt...

04-05-2012, 09:13 PM	#8116 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 659	Yeah i didn't get any either with my shipment. I'm sure when he has a moment he'll send those out. I'll gladly rep him! __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

04-07-2012, 01:53 AM	#8117 (permalink)
conor1123 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Arizona Posts: 155 Drives: 2010 MT 370z Rep Power: 13	#478 Shipped! Thanks Tony! __________________ 309WHP/255TQ ~ UpRev ~ F.I. CBE/12" Res + HFC ~ Stillen G3 ~ CZP ~ Eibach Sways ~ SPL ~ Project Mu

04-08-2012, 05:58 PM	#8120 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 22	Any update on the 3" version? __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

04-08-2012, 06:43 PM	#8121 (permalink)
mtaxelson Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 311 Drives: "Two Brake Pedals" Rep Power: 14	Is the turbo kit still under development ? Haven't heard any updates on that lately either. __________________ Stillen CAI-Fast Intentions LTH & CBE-R/T Tuning UPREV-Kenwood DNX6960-180 Custom Headlights-Avant Garde M310-Tien Springs-LLUMAR 20%-Escort Passport 8500XI-H&R Spacers 15/20-JL AUDIO-Rear Fog-Color Matched Handles-Shaved Rear Hamburger-PJDM Knob-322 WHP 272 FT-LBS TQ

04-09-2012, 08:37 AM	#8126 (permalink)
bdbaity Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NC Posts: 58 Drives: 2011 370z Rep Power: 15	Big thanks to Tony, hats off!!! Bravo!!! This is hands down the best exhaust I have ever seen for just about any car. The craftsmanship and fit is amazing. The sound is unbelievable for only a 3.7L v6. My Z sounds so much better than my neighbors Ferrari F355. I have had Stillen, HKS and Invidia and none hold a candle to FI. __________________ 2011 370z 6mt Gun Metallic w/ Sports Package - FI 18" TDX - Pioneer P4400 - 20% Tint - Venture Shield Clear Bra - Clazzio Leather Seats

04-09-2012, 10:08 AM	#8128 (permalink)
scottIN Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New Castle, Indiana Posts: 764 Drives: '12 370Z Rep Power: 55	My exhaust should be shipping this week! Question though: Is there anyway to get to the demon bolt w/o lifting the car? I'm thinking about trying to soak it a few times in PB Blaster so the shop I'm taking it to doesn't have an issue. Just haven't crawled under there myself to see if you can see / reach it.

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