Not Planning to Track - Is Sports Package Worth It?

khtso · 02-07-2010, 11:14 PM

I didn't get it because I don't like the rear spoiler. I think it ruins the lines of the car. Also, the front spoiler would scrape on everything, seeing as I scrape all the time now with my base. I wouldn't mind the LSD, but the extra cost of replacement tires for the 19" is a negative also. Plus, saving 10% on the price of my car wasn't too shabby. Pays for my gas for 2 years (or the cost of my insurance for 2 years).

travisjb · 02-07-2010, 11:31 PM

i replaced my stock lsd with a carbonetic... so, want it? $200 shipped in US

kannibul · 02-07-2010, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

i replaced my stock lsd with a carbonetic... so, want it? $200 shipped in US

What's your take on the difference? I've been curious, since I've heard VLSD's will "wear out" after a while - the material in it becomes less viscous after around 50-75K miles...

Red370 · 02-08-2010, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

i replaced my stock lsd with a carbonetic... so, want it? $200 shipped in US

Me too, which one did you go with, metal or carbon? I ordered this one: http://thmotorsports.com/carbonetic/...0/i-37914.aspx

kannibul · 02-08-2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Red370

Me too, which one did you go with, metal or carbon? I ordered this one: Carbonetic LSD - Carbon - THMotorsports - Lowest Price Parts HKS Exhaust Apexi World Sport Koni Seibon Carbon Fiber ACT Exedy Clutch Skunk2

My wallet just kicked me for looking at that.

ChrisSlicks · 02-08-2010, 10:16 AM

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My wallet just kicked me for looking at that.

Yeah, mine is sitting in my garage waiting to be installed. Only problem is I have no idea how to do a core replacement, LOL. I've swapped whole differentials before but not cores.

Red370 · 02-08-2010, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kannibul

My wallet just kicked me for looking at that.

ha, yeah they're not cheap thats for damn sure, but they'll perform flawlessly lap after lap, and carbonetic makes some of the best LSD's in the biz, you get what you pay for with them.

kannibul · 02-07-2010, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by hey32g

Okay, if I'm not going to be doing any big track days, do I really need the sports package? Does anyone know how much performance you actually pick up for spirited back road driving?

IMO, worth it.

Stopping in a hurry can't be understated.
Nice looking wheels (though common w/ Z's)
VLSD avoids the one-wheel-peel

romoore14 · 02-08-2010, 10:48 AM

We were gonna go total base but just couldn't wait a few more days for delivery, hahaha, so we got one w/ the Sports Pkg.!!!!!!!!! I must say though........it looks friggin' awesome w/ the spoilers, those big ole' tires, bad azz rims and yes the extra on the brakes aren't bad either!

gumpy · 02-08-2010, 06:00 PM

Personally i'd pass on it,

18's still look great (it's all we get in Australia until now), the tyres are cheaper to replace and you get better ride compliance on the slightly thicker rubber.

lsd - unless you are planning it consistently spear it out of corners (which you shouldn't do on public roads) lsd's not needed.

SRM - i've turned mine off cause i prefer to match it myself. Part of the joy of manual cars.

I do like the look of the spoiler but, is it an expensive option on its own?

Xan · 02-08-2010, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by gumpy

Personally i'd pass on it,

18's still look great (it's all we get in Australia until now), the tyres are cheaper to replace and you get better ride compliance on the slightly thicker rubber.

lsd - unless you are planning it consistently spear it out of corners (which you shouldn't do on public roads) lsd's not needed.

SRM - i've turned mine off cause i prefer to match it myself. Part of the joy of manual cars.

I do like the look of the spoiler but, is it an expensive option on its own?

You forgot the better brakes

ChrisSlicks · 02-08-2010, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Xan

You forgot the better brakes

That is debatable.

Xan · 02-08-2010, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

That is debatable.

Do share...

ChrisSlicks · 02-08-2010, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Xan

Do share...

The sports package Akebono calipers aren't of great quality and haven't proven to substantially out perform their single piston siblings in any performance test. Both models share the same rotors. The fixed mount sport calipers do have a slightly better pedal feel than the base sliding calipers.

02-07-2010, 11:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	i replaced my stock lsd with a carbonetic... so, want it? $200 shipped in US __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

02-08-2010, 10:48 AM	#9 (permalink)
romoore14 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Baytown, TX Posts: 53 Drives: 10',370Z,Red,A/T,SPk Rep Power: 16	We were gonna go total base but just couldn't wait a few more days for delivery, hahaha, so we got one w/ the Sports Pkg.!!!!!!!!! I must say though........it looks friggin' awesome w/ the spoilers, those big ole' tires, bad azz rims and yes the extra on the brakes aren't bad either! Last edited by romoore14; 02-08-2010 at 11:33 AM.

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02-07-2010, 11:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
khtso Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 59 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 16	I didn't get it because I don't like the rear spoiler. I think it ruins the lines of the car. Also, the front spoiler would scrape on everything, seeing as I scrape all the time now with my base. I wouldn't mind the LSD, but the extra cost of replacement tires for the 19" is a negative also. Plus, saving 10% on the price of my car wasn't too shabby. Pays for my gas for 2 years (or the cost of my insurance for 2 years).

02-08-2010, 06:00 PM	#10 (permalink)
gumpy Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 449 Drives: 09 370z white manual Rep Power: 16	Personally i'd pass on it, 18's still look great (it's all we get in Australia until now), the tyres are cheaper to replace and you get better ride compliance on the slightly thicker rubber. lsd - unless you are planning it consistently spear it out of corners (which you shouldn't do on public roads) lsd's not needed. SRM - i've turned mine off cause i prefer to match it myself. Part of the joy of manual cars. I do like the look of the spoiler but, is it an expensive option on its own?