DDM Project 370Z

iceman21_23 · 06-16-2009, 02:44 PM

it wouldn't be to hard to take off the plastic pieces next to the fangs and channel that air through a tube to the intakes.well im assuming at least

M.Bonanni · 06-16-2009, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Caravanshaka

that intake configuration sounds interesting. Do you know if the ducts are going to be through a modified bumper, or if they are going to use the existing airflow in the current bumper and channel it up to the airbox?

They will be much like the Mine's ducts as far as positioning goes. You will have to cut your stock bumper, but the kit will come with fool-proof templates. The ducts will connect directly with the intake system creating a sealed off intake from the bumper back to the throttle body with the only air inlet being the bumper ducts.

M.Bonanni · 06-16-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by iceman21_23

it wouldn't be to hard to take off the plastic pieces next to the fangs and channel that air through a tube to the intakes.well im assuming at least

It could work but bumper ducts by the headlights will offer a pretty resistance free path from the open air to the filter. I think the fang area should be turned into brake duct inlets.

CrownR426 · 06-16-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

Haven't posted any updates in a bit so here's what's been going on with the car.

Berk Technology Cat-Back Exhaust - This should finally be coming in very soon! Anxious to test it out.

Intakes - I have worked out a deal with a new company coming onto the scene to develop a new intake system that will feature intake ducts in the bumper connected to an enclosed air box intake system so the intakes will only draw air from the outside and not from the hot engine bay or behind the bumper where there isn't any direct flow. The intake system is in the very early stages of planning and development but the wait will be well worth it I think. Right now the car is scheduled to stay down with this company to have it developed for a full month starting August 3rd.

Carbonetic 1.5 way LSD - I have been slacking on getting this installed, but will do so within the next few weeks.

Oil Cooler setup - I have also been slacking on the research end about this, but I am very interested in the upcoming setup that Travisjb will be running on his car and if all works well, I might just switch to that setup.

GTSPEC bracing - Sometime this week, GTSPEC should be sending me out another chassis brace to test fit for you guys!

Next event - The next time attack event scheduled for this car is the Super Lap Battle Qualifier and N.A.S.A. Time Trials event at Auto Club Speedway's ROVAL configuration August 1st & 2nd. The track is a combination of low-mid speed technical sections and 2/3 of the high banked NASCAR oval. This is also where the Redline Time Attack Finals will be held in November.

Sounds like a busy schedule ahead for ddm!
Best of luck and you gotsta represent the 370z community!

M.Bonanni · 06-16-2009, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by CrownR426

Sounds like a busy schedule ahead for ddm!
Best of luck and you gotsta represent the 370z community!

Its never ending, and it has to be if I want to reach my goals of being a podium contender in the Redline Time Attack series for 2010.

The competition is insane in that series right now and unfortunately I have to figure out how to do it on a very limited budget.

CrownR426 · 06-16-2009, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

Its never ending, and it has to be if I want to reach my goals of being a podium contender in the Redline Time Attack series for 2010.

The competition is insane in that series right now and unfortunately I have to figure out how to do it on a very limited budget.

"Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome."
-Booker T. Washington

It's all good Boss!
And if you run into any trouble, we got your back!

nogoodname · 06-16-2009, 02:55 PM

yup, you got a 370z community cheering you on.......press the pedal to the metal

M.Bonanni · 06-16-2009, 02:58 PM

Thanks fellas! I do my best. I think the car is actually doing quite well so far. Although on paper the results don't look to impressive from the first two events, if you look at the difference in lap times vs. the level of mods done to the cars that beat me I think DDM can be a pretty potent little team come 2010. As the aftermarket for this car grows it will only get better and faster!

Plus I have a really cool program for my sponsors lined up for the remainder of this year and 2010 so hopefully I can land some good new sponsors to help speed the process of getting this car onto the podium!

nogoodname · 06-16-2009, 03:06 PM

^^ you're right...the 370z are still babies....it needs to grow and develop more

CrownR426 · 06-16-2009, 03:16 PM

So excited to see what goodies we'll be seeing this summer!
Damn!

M.Bonanni · 06-17-2009, 11:43 AM

Aside from whats already in the works, what would you guys like to see next on this car?

semtex · 06-17-2009, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

Aside from whats already in the works, what would you guys like to see next on this car?

Naked babes. (Hey, you asked an open-ended question.

)

M.Bonanni · 06-17-2009, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by semtex

Naked babes. (Hey, you asked an open-ended question.

)

I don't have the budget for that

.

travisjb · 06-17-2009, 11:57 AM

Semtex my friend, need to lay off whatever you're smoking !

I'd vote for some weight reduction !

Then after all the stuff you mention above, perhaps

- Redline TA street-class legal roll cage
- adjustable front and rear aero, so we can get some data / feedback on how to optimize downforce
- data logging system so we can get a closer look at what your car is doing on the track

Caravanshaka · 06-17-2009, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

Naked babes. (Hey, you asked an open-ended question.

)

I don't think it is really waht we want to see next on your car, it's more of what you feel is your current weakest link.

You seem to be getting the suspension dialed in, just need the front camber fixed up. You are working on the brakes already. The oil cooling may still be an issue, but with the dual core setup that may change. You've increased the power a bit with some bolt-ons...so the question is what do you feel the car needs?

I think a good engine tune utilizing the capabilities of the vvel will be a nice addition for some added power.

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M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1321	Thanks fellas! I do my best. I think the car is actually doing quite well so far. Although on paper the results don't look to impressive from the first two events, if you look at the difference in lap times vs. the level of mods done to the cars that beat me I think DDM can be a pretty potent little team come 2010. As the aftermarket for this car grows it will only get better and faster! Plus I have a really cool program for my sponsors lined up for the remainder of this year and 2010 so hopefully I can land some good new sponsors to help speed the process of getting this car onto the podium! __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form Last edited by M.Bonanni; 06-16-2009 at 03:01 PM.

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travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 188	Semtex my friend, need to lay off whatever you're smoking ! I'd vote for some weight reduction ! Then after all the stuff you mention above, perhaps - Redline TA street-class legal roll cage - adjustable front and rear aero, so we can get some data / feedback on how to optimize downforce - data logging system so we can get a closer look at what your car is doing on the track __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

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iceman21_23 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: league city, tx Posts: 757 Drives: 09' Solid Red 370z Rep Power: 17	it wouldn't be to hard to take off the plastic pieces next to the fangs and channel that air through a tube to the intakes.well im assuming at least

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	yup, you got a 370z community cheering you on.......press the pedal to the metal

06-16-2009, 03:06 PM	#279 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	^^ you're right...the 370z are still babies....it needs to grow and develop more