Hello All.

RCZ · 11-20-2008, 07:05 PM

Hey everyone, just wanted to do a quick intro since I'm planning on buying a Z in jan.

Live in Miami, this will be my 3rd sports car. Im coming first from a 400whp fully built, full suspension 04 STI and then from a 06 STI with less work done, only around 320whp, but even more of a blast to drive.

I have driven 350Zs many times before, stock ones and some with more work done. Last one I drove was TT, full cage, full coilover race only 350Z on the track. It was a lot of fun but then the clutch went.

Definitely thinking of doing some minor work to the new Z at first until some more "proven" stuff comes out like coilovers and full exhausts. Was thinking of just going all N/A and skipping the turbo this time around, but thats going to depend on how much power it can make NA.

Anyway, Hello and nice to meet everyone ahead of time.

onethreefive · 11-20-2008, 07:07 PM

Welcome to the forums bro, nice to have you aboard. Your STi looks sick!

Slidefox · 11-20-2008, 07:23 PM

Nice Scoobie.... Welcome!!

CrownR426 · 11-20-2008, 07:38 PM

Very clean, mean STI!
I was a big fan of sti's up until the recent one...
O________o;; dunno what happened...
Scratch that, your STI looks sexy LOL!
Welcome to the forums bro, and enjoy the stay!

AK370Z · 11-20-2008, 07:46 PM

Very Nice STI! Welcome to the forums. You're used to driving cars with 400 HP so I don't know how fast the new 370Z will be to you, but I think you'll like the car overall. Good to see you here

RCZ · 11-20-2008, 08:06 PM

Thanks everyone!!

Yeah I realize its going to be a big step down in power... 400whp on the STI is like 500bhp because of the drivetrain loss. My current car has 325wtq...which is almost 400tq at the engine @ 3500RPM.

I've driven the new M3 a few times and it feels slow. I have a feeling the Z is going to feel the same way. That being said, the Z is going to be much more fun than the STI. I really enjoyed driving the 350 even when it was stock.

The plan is to bring the weight down to under 3150lbs and make 360-400hp N/A.

I've been modifying cars for some time now and I have an idea of what I want to do to the Z. Just to name a few things; lighter race seats, lighter wheels + race tires set, painted carbon hood to get the weight down and closer to 50/50, 6pot AP Racing calipers up front (lighter and better), racing rotors, coilovers if good ones come out, a front splitter, larger rear diffuser, bigger swaybars, lightened flywheel for max response. Intakes, full header-back race exhaust, cams?...

and this is where you guys are going to have to help me out because I dont know much about these engines and how they like to make power. I'd prefer to keep it extremely responsive so I'm trying to stay away from FI, but if thats the only way then so be it

Oh, and as much downforce and mechanical grip as will fit in those nicely flared fenders

RCZ · 11-23-2008, 07:02 PM

Can a mod please move this thread into the intro pages section?

AK370Z · 11-23-2008, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RCZ

Can a mod please move this thread into the intro pages section?

Do you mean "New Members" section?

RCZ · 11-23-2008, 07:58 PM

yup, please

AK370Z · 11-23-2008, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RCZ

yup, please

Done!

G in ny · 11-23-2008, 09:37 PM

Welcome sick job w. the sti

RCZ · 11-23-2008, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

Done!

Thanks AK

I'm trying to get really involved with this forum and to help out wherever I can. Anyone else in MIA?

Thanks G, I'm really excited about the new Z, its going to look so much better than the STI when I'm done with it.

11-20-2008, 07:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	Hello All. Hey everyone, just wanted to do a quick intro since I'm planning on buying a Z in jan. Live in Miami, this will be my 3rd sports car. Im coming first from a 400whp fully built, full suspension 04 STI and then from a 06 STI with less work done, only around 320whp, but even more of a blast to drive. I have driven 350Zs many times before, stock ones and some with more work done. Last one I drove was TT, full cage, full coilover race only 350Z on the track. It was a lot of fun but then the clutch went. Definitely thinking of doing some minor work to the new Z at first until some more "proven" stuff comes out like coilovers and full exhausts. Was thinking of just going all N/A and skipping the turbo this time around, but thats going to depend on how much power it can make NA. Anyway, Hello and nice to meet everyone ahead of time.

11-20-2008, 07:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
onethreefive Retired CIO Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: ______ Posts: 1,366 Drives: _ Rep Power: 259	Welcome to the forums bro, nice to have you aboard. Your STi looks sick! __________________ resident lurker extraordinaire Support Our Forum Become a Premium Member Click HERE

11-20-2008, 07:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
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11-20-2008, 07:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	Very clean, mean STI! I was a big fan of sti's up until the recent one... O________o;; dunno what happened... Scratch that, your STI looks sexy LOL! Welcome to the forums bro, and enjoy the stay! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

11-20-2008, 07:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Very Nice STI! Welcome to the forums. You're used to driving cars with 400 HP so I don't know how fast the new 370Z will be to you, but I think you'll like the car overall. Good to see you here __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

11-20-2008, 08:06 PM	#6 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	Thanks everyone!! Yeah I realize its going to be a big step down in power... 400whp on the STI is like 500bhp because of the drivetrain loss. My current car has 325wtq...which is almost 400tq at the engine @ 3500RPM. I've driven the new M3 a few times and it feels slow. I have a feeling the Z is going to feel the same way. That being said, the Z is going to be much more fun than the STI. I really enjoyed driving the 350 even when it was stock. The plan is to bring the weight down to under 3150lbs and make 360-400hp N/A. I've been modifying cars for some time now and I have an idea of what I want to do to the Z. Just to name a few things; lighter race seats, lighter wheels + race tires set, painted carbon hood to get the weight down and closer to 50/50, 6pot AP Racing calipers up front (lighter and better), racing rotors, coilovers if good ones come out, a front splitter, larger rear diffuser, bigger swaybars, lightened flywheel for max response. Intakes, full header-back race exhaust, cams?... and this is where you guys are going to have to help me out because I dont know much about these engines and how they like to make power. I'd prefer to keep it extremely responsive so I'm trying to stay away from FI, but if thats the only way then so be it Oh, and as much downforce and mechanical grip as will fit in those nicely flared fenders

11-23-2008, 07:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	Can a mod please move this thread into the intro pages section?

11-23-2008, 07:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	yup, please

11-23-2008, 09:37 PM	#11 (permalink)
G in ny Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: new york Posts: 396 Drives: 2006 g35 coupe Rep Power: 228	Welcome sick job w. the sti