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I would probably do brake kit or under shroud. Is the z1 kit compatible to Goodrich or stop tech kit?
Honestly, I don't know, but I can't imagine they're significantly different. The undershroud is just so damn unnecessary that I think I have to lean that way
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Honestly, I don't know, but I can't imagine they're significantly different. The undershroud is just so damn unnecessary that I think I have to lean that way
Under shroud makes oil changes easier. Not sure on cooling benefits that they advertise
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I'd go with the SS brake lines JAR

AMS is not the best IMO I would go TWM from the reviews I have seen
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Under shroud makes oil changes easier. Not sure on cooling benefits that they advertise
I actually managed to do my last oil change using just the flap in the stock plastic undershroud (did not remove the entire thing). Cooling isn't really a concern; I just like the look I'll see it once every few months when I do an oil change lol

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I'd go with the SS brake lines JAR

AMS is not the best IMO I would go TWM from the reviews I have seen
Do you know any differences between the Z1, Goodrich, and Stop Tech kits?

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Ok I'm not supposed to know this, but my buddy getting married at the end of the month asked my wife about getting me something for the Z as a groomsman gift - he's such a bad a$$ He said something in the $100-$150 range, so I am going to ask you guys for any additional suggestions as well as your opinions on what to get

I am mostly looking at items I would not really consider buying for myself - I put them in order of least likely to purchase. The last two are definitely in the cards at some point in the car's lifetime, just not priority. I have plans for an exhaust and upgraded rotors and pads (and an oil cooler if I ever start shelling out $$$ for track days). FI will remain a dream...

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Z Speed Performance Aluminum Undershroud ($175 from Z1)

Aluminum Power Steering Reservoir Tank, by Mishimoto ($75 from Amazon)

AMS 370Z Adjustable Short Throw Shifter ($165 from Z1 - I was always looking at the TWM as my first choice, so any input on the AMS would be appreciated)

Z1 370Z/G37 Premium Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit ($125 from Z1)

Please note, I am happy with my shift knob, hood struts, fog light, and start button. Plus I have EVO-R Z emblems that aren't yet installed.
1) Undershroud.... if you have problem on doing oil-change, than get it, is not... don't get it

2) mmm.... what's the benefits??

3) there's a chance it will affect the lifespan of the clutch components...

4) Nice and cheap and effective and practical
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I would also like to know difference between various ss brake line kits
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Ok I'm not supposed to know this, but my buddy getting married at the end of the month asked my wife about getting me something for the Z as a groomsman gift - he's such a bad a$$ He said something in the $100-$150 range, so I am going to ask you guys for any additional suggestions as well as your opinions on what to get

I am mostly looking at items I would not really consider buying for myself - I put them in order of least likely to purchase. The last two are definitely in the cards at some point in the car's lifetime, just not priority. I have plans for an exhaust and upgraded rotors and pads (and an oil cooler if I ever start shelling out $$$ for track days). FI will remain a dream...

Here are the items I am looking at currently:

Z Speed Performance Aluminum Undershroud ($175 from Z1)

Aluminum Power Steering Reservoir Tank, by Mishimoto ($75 from Amazon)

AMS 370Z Adjustable Short Throw Shifter ($165 from Z1 - I was always looking at the TWM as my first choice, so any input on the AMS would be appreciated)

Z1 370Z/G37 Premium Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit ($125 from Z1)

Please note, I am happy with my shift knob, hood struts, fog light, and start button. Plus I have EVO-R Z emblems that aren't yet installed.
I like the Z Speed under-shield. Besides, those guys are so cool that you just want to buy stuff from them.





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I would also like to know difference between various ss brake line kits
Go with Goodridge (they are industry standard) and be doen with it (IMO).





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1) Undershroud.... if you have problem on doing oil-change, than get it, is not... don't get it

2) mmm.... what's the benefits??

3) there's a chance it will affect the lifespan of the clutch components...

4) Nice and cheap and effective and practical
I don't see any benefits to #1 or #2 except that I just like them

#3 is acceptable because I like the shifter and I am ok with upgrading clutch components on an as needed basis

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I like the Z Speed under-shield. Besides, those guys are so cool that you just want to buy stuff from them.
Does the shroud come standard in aluminum silver? Did you pay Z1 extra for the black finish or have it done after elsewhere? I like the black

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Go with Goodridge (they are industry standard) and be doen with it (IMO).
I like the fact that those are actually stainless instead of wrapped with something that makes them look like the crappy stock lines.
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I don't see any benefits to #1 or #2 except that I just like them

#3 is acceptable because I like the shifter and I am ok with upgrading clutch components on an as needed basis

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Does the shroud come standard in aluminum silver? Did you pay Z1 extra for the black finish or have it done after elsewhere? I like the black



I like the fact that those are actually stainless instead of wrapped with something that makes them look like the crappy stock lines.
I got it from them black powder-coated and I also bought the installation bolts so I would have a complete, new set.
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I'd go with the SS brake lines JAR

AMS is not the best IMO I would go TWM from the reviews I have seen
I agree with Mike.
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1) Undershroud.... if you have problem on doing oil-change, than get it, is not... don't get it

2) mmm.... what's the benefits??

3) there's a chance it will affect the lifespan of the clutch components...

4) Nice and cheap and effective and practical
Mr.alcheng, can you explain #3?
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