Nissan 370Z Forum  

$5,000 budget for 370z parts, Need advice.

Im currently deployed to the middle east, and i have very limited connectivity to the 370z world. Just looking for ideas for my 2009 370z base w/ sport package, for

Go Back   Nissan 370Z Forum > Nissan 370Z Tech Area > Engine & Drivetrain > Intake/Exhaust


Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 08-16-2009, 03:23 AM   #1 (permalink)
Base Member
 
jerkey's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Greenville, SC
Posts: 67
Drives: 09 370 Sprt Blck 6MT
Rep Power: 16
jerkey is on a distinguished road
Send a message via AIM to jerkey
Thumbs up $5,000 budget for 370z parts, Need advice.

Im currently deployed to the middle east, and i have very limited connectivity to the 370z world. Just looking for ideas for my 2009 370z base w/ sport package, for when i come home. Can you help?
jerkey is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-16-2009, 03:47 AM   #2 (permalink)
Track Member
 
tru_Asiatik's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: so cal
Posts: 793
Drives: 2009 370Z 6MT
Rep Power: 270
tru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond reputetru_Asiatik has a reputation beyond repute
Default

not sure what you are looking for but heres
price estimates on standard boltons not including install cost
exhaust 1500
HFC 450
intake 550
springs 280
sways 330
headers 550
oil cooler 500
total 4160
__________________

Stillen G3 CAI*Stillen CBE*Berk's HFC*Eibach Prokit*Hotchkis Sways*ichiba 15/20mm spacers*? Oil cooler*Stillen Pulley*Stillen Headers
tru_Asiatik is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-16-2009, 01:35 PM   #3 (permalink)
Track Member
 
Cjanik's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 578
Drives: N/A
Rep Power: 17
Cjanik has a spectacular aura aboutCjanik has a spectacular aura about
Default

Induction parts + ECU reflash dyno results

check that link out, he spent just about 5k.
Cjanik is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-16-2009, 01:43 PM   #4 (permalink)
RCZ
A True Z Fanatic
 
RCZ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Miami
Posts: 6,403
Drives: '09 370Z
Rep Power: 1119
RCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond reputeRCZ has a reputation beyond repute
Send a message via AIM to RCZ
Default

I love my setup, I would recommend it to anybody.
+ swaybars + brake upgrades.
RCZ is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-16-2009, 01:47 PM   #5 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Shunya's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 3,069
Drives: You Crazy!
Rep Power: 22
Shunya is a glorious beacon of lightShunya is a glorious beacon of lightShunya is a glorious beacon of lightShunya is a glorious beacon of lightShunya is a glorious beacon of lightShunya is a glorious beacon of light
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Cjanik View Post
Induction parts + ECU reflash dyno results

check that link out, he spent just about 5k.
go with this... if you have a budget dun even bother going for exterior mods...
it's not worth it...
Shunya is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 04:49 AM   #6 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: IE, CA
Posts: 7
Drives: prelude
Rep Power: 16
charsu is on a distinguished road
Default

proper drop(ie coilovers, springs/shocks replacement)
dope wheels(bbs, volks, works, spinners with flashing leds)
sexy sticky icky tires
HFC + catback exhaust of your choice
if theres enough funds left, some minor exterior mod(ie front lip, spoiler, tofu shop stickers)

up to you mang! what are your goals?
charsu is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 06:26 AM   #7 (permalink)
RIP Tony :( (1969-2015)
 
2theextreme's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern Virginia
Posts: 18,802
Drives: '14 Mustang GT/CS
Rep Power: 67
2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute2theextreme has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by charsu View Post
proper drop(ie coilovers, springs/shocks replacement)
dope wheels(bbs, volks, works, spinners with flashing leds)
sexy sticky icky tires
HFC + catback exhaust of your choice
if theres enough funds left, some minor exterior mod(ie front lip, spoiler, tofu shop stickers)

up to you mang! what are your goals?
Worst part is....dope wheels and sexy sticky icky tires can set you back 5K right from the start....they did me.
__________________
SpinTech Mufflers, Airaid CAI, JBA H-Pipe, Lethal Performance Over Axle Pipes,
MMD Quarter Panel Louvers, Cervini's Ram Air Type IV Hood, Carbon Fiber Radiator Cover, GT500 Rear Valance, Quad Exhaust Tips
2theextreme is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 09:50 AM   #8 (permalink)
Base Member
 
jerkey's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Greenville, SC
Posts: 67
Drives: 09 370 Sprt Blck 6MT
Rep Power: 16
jerkey is on a distinguished road
Send a message via AIM to jerkey
Default

Thanks guys for the Help, ill be home in December, i will keep everyone posted on what i decide to do.
jerkey is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 12:01 PM   #9 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 2,188
Drives: 370z MB 6mt
Rep Power: 914
shabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Save up for FI - or go all suspension brake first
shabarivas is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 12:42 PM   #10 (permalink)
Enthusiast Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Jacksonville, NC
Posts: 453
Drives: 2009 Nissan 370z
Rep Power: 16
Solus will become famous soon enough
Default

Jerkey I have to ask with you being military in NC and coming back in december are you with 2d mlg?
Solus is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-17-2009, 12:49 PM   #11 (permalink)
WFLYIDNNE
 
XwChriswX's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: In The Fastlane
Posts: 50,648
Drives: 02 GDB WRX
Rep Power: 452
XwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond reputeXwChriswX has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by 2theextreme View Post
Worst part is....dope wheels and sexy sticky icky tires can set you back 5K right from the start....they did me.
__________________

Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall!
R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14
XwChriswX is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-18-2009, 05:50 AM   #12 (permalink)
Base Member
 
jerkey's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Greenville, SC
Posts: 67
Drives: 09 370 Sprt Blck 6MT
Rep Power: 16
jerkey is on a distinguished road
Send a message via AIM to jerkey
Default

Nah, Man im with 3rd Battalion 2nd Marines.
jerkey is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-18-2009, 09:29 AM   #13 (permalink)
Enthusiast Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Jacksonville, NC
Posts: 453
Drives: 2009 Nissan 370z
Rep Power: 16
Solus will become famous soon enough
Default

fair enough you are coming back around the same time i was supposed to lol.. i just got tossed out of the country is all
Solus is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-18-2009, 09:50 AM   #14 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
rreign's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: South Carolina
Age: 41
Posts: 2,341
Drives: 03 Evo 8
Rep Power: 709
rreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond reputerreign has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I fully agree with cjanik or even with RCZ. Those 2 all around are going to get you the biggest bang for your buck right now. Personally, IMHO... I would save a little more and go with some kind of forced induction.
rreign is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-18-2009, 11:38 AM   #15 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 2,188
Drives: 370z MB 6mt
Rep Power: 914
shabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond reputeshabarivas has a reputation beyond repute
Default

so you mean you agree w/ me :P
shabarivas is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
SPL Parts Looking For 370Z - Austin, TX M.Bonanni Southern Region 52 07-27-2011 03:46 PM
370Z - Lessons Learned; Tips and Advice from Forum Members BrianUSMC Nissan 370Z General Discussions 54 06-11-2011 11:07 PM
370z parts Plasmaball Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 14 04-11-2010 02:07 AM
Special on EBay for Budget Minded! scorpion90 Nissan 370Z General Discussions 31 05-04-2009 02:33 PM
New member here need advice on selling recently purchased 370Z nextelbuddy Nissan 370Z General Discussions 14 03-28-2009 02:09 PM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:13 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2