Been waiting 2 weeks!

BC416 · 10-21-2015, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by kidicenj

Had it done at RT Tuning in PA.

Nice. I've heard nothing but good things about them and plan to give them a call when I'm ready to get a tune.

Duc_Z09 · 10-21-2015, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by ZVox

Actually that reminds me, Im looking into catbacks, I know from reading alot of members like the fast intentions. Does anyone know of an exhaust setup that isnt overly loud, yet has a nice exotic sound to it, not just noise.

Second question what is up with tuning in these cars, Im use to a tune giving 20+hp and even better torque. Do these cars really only pick up about 6hp?

remember Im a noob at this, Ive got my dunce cap on

It's not a Mustang, so you're not going to see big gains from just a tune. Spending $3k on test pipes, cat-backs, plenum, and intake is going to net you maybe like 40hp where on a 5.0 cheap/easy bolt-ons get you a lot more power for the $$. That's just the nature of the beast.

That isn't to say it isn't worth doing, just don't expect to win any drag races; this car shines in its cornering and overall driving experience rather than straight-up power. I like it better than my old Mustang overall but I definitely miss all the cheap mods at AmericanMuscle.com, CJ Pony Parts, etc etc etc...

Mustangs have possibly the best aftermarket support on the planet. The Z is OK, better than most even, but it'll cost you.

ZVox · 10-21-2015, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

It's not a Mustang, so you're not going to see big gains from just a tune. Spending $3k on test pipes, cat-backs, plenum, and intake is going to net you maybe like 40hp where on a 5.0 cheap/easy bolt-ons get you a lot more power for the $$. That's just the nature of the beast.

That isn't to say it isn't worth doing, just don't expect to win any drag races; this car shines in its cornering and overall driving experience rather than straight-up power. I like it better than my old Mustang overall but I definitely miss all the cheap mods at AmericanMuscle.com, CJ Pony Parts, etc etc etc...

Mustangs have possibly the best aftermarket support on the planet. The Z is OK, better than most even, but it'll cost you.

Seems about what Ive gathered, which is why im already thinking turbo, then there is that warranty issue

Duc_Z09 · 10-21-2015, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ZVox

Seems about what Ive gathered, which is why im already thinking turbo, then there is that warranty issue

Twin turbo is the way to go. You can get 600+ rwhp that way pretty safely, which makes an already good driver's car pretty much insane. Unfortunately to do it right will cost you $15k+ and you're still going to get smoked by properly built 5.0s in the 1/4... if you care about that sort of thing.

Z-Girl 12 · 10-21-2015, 09:33 PM

Congrats and welcome to the family!

ZVox · 11-19-2015, 09:28 AM

So small update, continuing on the compare and contrast of my last car. Now having owned the Z for roughly a month, and putting a few miles on it. I think it is very safe to say, its an absolute blast to drive, I say how it feels like a go kart on roids all the time.

Never driven a car that is just straight up pure fun to drive, and I would credit alot of that to the handling and the transmission. This thing shifts better then any mustang I ever had. I always said those Chinese Tremecs were the worst part of the stang and its true.

The clutch has lightened up or Im getting use to it, as Ive found that sweet spot and silky smooth shifts have followed. So its definately been a great first month, here is to hoping this isnt a bad winter

Ommateal · 11-20-2015, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ZVox

To introduce myself to you guys, tell you about the hard process it was to find the exact 370z that I wanted. And to say goodbye to the only type of vehicle I have owned since I was 19....im 32 now. Lemme see If I can summarize, and just give the important details.

Through nearly my entire time driving I have owned/driven 4 mustangs. My latest one a 2014 Deep Impact Blue Gt, had severe paint defects. The front bumper, roof and hood were starting to peel right off. My dealership fought and refused to help me with it. After this soured my good relationship with ford and my dealer I started to look around.

I began to really like the 370z, after reading on here for 2 weeks ( the time it took for my account to be activated

) I absorbed all the info I could, heck I feel like I know some of you in person just by your avatars!

So I started the process of trying to find a 2016 sport, gun metallic gray with a 6 spd. First dealer tried to low ball me with my car and overcharge on the Z, also tried to tell me they could only find a silver one. So I got in touch with an old friend who directed me to a new dealer ( If anyone lives in south jersey lemme know I'll give you their name, they are awesome) and everything went smooth. They gave me a great deal and found the exact car I wanted.

And then I got up to an email today stating my account was verified on here and here I am

Welcome man! Always good to have more members in our somewhat rare owner base.

UNKNOWN_370 · 11-20-2015, 06:48 PM

Good to see an excited new Z owner! Welcome!

10-21-2015, 09:33 PM	#35 (permalink)
Z-Girl 12 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 4,105 Drives: Spirited Rep Power: 11716	Congrats and welcome to the family! __________________ 2012 Z-SOLD 2014 Nismo #565 Fast Intentions CBE/HFC/Swift/SPC/RJM/H&R-15/20mm/Z1 CAI/Headers/Intake Manifold w/Uprev Tune 328.31whp/263.64tq

11-19-2015, 09:28 AM	#36 (permalink)
ZVox Base Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: South Jersey Posts: 23 Drives: 2016 370z Sport Rep Power: 11	So small update, continuing on the compare and contrast of my last car. Now having owned the Z for roughly a month, and putting a few miles on it. I think it is very safe to say, its an absolute blast to drive, I say how it feels like a go kart on roids all the time. Never driven a car that is just straight up pure fun to drive, and I would credit alot of that to the handling and the transmission. This thing shifts better then any mustang I ever had. I always said those Chinese Tremecs were the worst part of the stang and its true. The clutch has lightened up or Im getting use to it, as Ive found that sweet spot and silky smooth shifts have followed. So its definately been a great first month, here is to hoping this isnt a bad winter Duc_Z09 likes this.

11-20-2015, 06:48 PM	#38 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14858	Good to see an excited new Z owner! Welcome! __________________ Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980 Last edited by UNKNOWN_370; 11-20-2015 at 06:52 PM.

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