So how is everyone pleased with their Z performance wise?

ImportConvert · 10-28-2010, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

So in that case, you've got to worry about the trans going at any time.

Do you know who owns the s2k, or details on it?

Think it was Curtis or one of those guys that owned it. Here are some pix for you.
http://www.myspace.com/curtis95dxt/photos/41763621
http://www.myspace.com/curtis95dxt/photos/41763618
Other than that, all I know is it was a big deal because it made 750whp on stock internals. As far as I know, the engine never blew. Last time I ran into it was over a year ago, and I don't keep up with that crowd much. Have other things to do.

Red__Zed · 10-28-2010, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Think it was Curtis or one of the guys he hung out with that owned it. Other than that, all I know is it was a big deal because it made 750whp on stock internals. As far as I know, the engine never blew. Last time I ran into it was over a year ago, and I don't keep up with that crowd much. Have other things to do.

Hm. You know if he posted on s2ki? I don't think I've seen anyone that has ever had a motor last with that much power on stock internals, even with a headgasket.

wolf370z · 10-28-2010, 11:48 AM

I am disappointed in the performance of the 370z. Should have been a twin turbo or at least get out of the NA v6 game and opt out for the 5.6L v8. They did it with the m56, why not a 560z? Just seems like they love to screw everyone who wanted a 370z. We get subpar paint quality, loud and noisy transmissions, a harsh feeling motor, so much NVH, crappy CSC problems, etc.

But the most disappointing part is I still love this car! The looks and the feel just cannot be matched with anything else out on the market for the price range; there are very few modern cars that really put that big of a smile on my face! But I've already decided, in a few years I'm trading in the 370z on a C6Z06.

ImportConvert · 10-28-2010, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Hm. You know if he posted on s2ki? I don't think I've seen anyone that has ever had a motor last with that much power on stock internals, even with a headgasket.

I don't know. He was local and posted on our local boards. Like I said, I don't worry with that group. The numbers are legit, though. I saw the dyno. The only thing up for debate is if he lied about the internals, but he is known for blowing cars up, so I don't think he was lying. He just doesn't care.

Red__Zed · 10-28-2010, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I don't know. He was local and posted on our local boards. Like I said, I don't worry with that group. The numbers are legit, though. I saw the dyno. The only thing up for debate is if he lied about the internals, but he is known for blowing cars up, so I don't think he was lying. He just doesn't care.

That'd be impressive as heck if he actually kept the thing running with 750 on stock internals. I'd love to see details if you have any of his posts from your local forum.

Push370zzz · 10-28-2010, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by wolf370z

I am disappointed in the performance of the 370z. Should have been a twin turbo or at least get out of the NA v6 game and opt out for the 5.6L v8. They did it with the m56, why not a 560z? Just seems like they love to screw everyone who wanted a 370z. We get subpar paint quality, loud and noisy transmissions, a harsh feeling motor, so much NVH, crappy CSC problems, etc.

But the most disappointing part is I still love this car! The looks and the feel just cannot be matched with anything else out on the market for the price range; there are very few modern cars that really put that big of a smile on my face! But I've already decided, in a few years I'm trading in the 370z on a C6Z06.

This is a 28k dollar car...this is made to compete with similarly priced vehicles, which it does remarkably well. This car is about perfectly balanced for handling and power, and putting a substantially more powerful engine would either require a much better suspension that would compromise ride quality...or you would have a car like a corvette that's hard to drive fast for average joe.

Red__Zed · 10-28-2010, 03:28 PM

Import-- those pics you added don't seem to work btw.

ImportConvert · 10-28-2010, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

That'd be impressive as heck if he actually kept the thing running with 750 on stock internals. I'd love to see details if you have any of his posts from your local forum.

I'm thinking it was probably 1 or 2 times on the dyno and he ran it on pump-gas mostly, but like I said, I don't know.
Also, sorry, it was Jeff's car. I guess he got tired of his turbo Scion TC, lol.
Here is the dyno vid I dug up for you:

YouTube - Jeff S2K video smaller
I guess the 750 came later or I mis-remembered. Last time I ran him was over a year ago. Curtis was with him IIRC. I don't know if he even still has it.

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Import-- those pics you added don't seem to work btw.

Links to myspace profiles sometimes dont.

Endgame · 10-28-2010, 07:06 PM

Getting the thread back on track...

I just got back from a spirited drive and I seem to never get tired of driving this car. I find myself purposely finding the curvy roads and taking the backroads so that I can have fun with this car. I used to hate 2nd gear, but that hate is even going away. I cannot wait to get my M370 installed and tuned.

I know I always praise my old RX8 with MS suspension, but the more I get used to the Z, the more I begin to love it over the 8. With a few suspension bits (and I do not have sways yet), this car is truly transformed to a great handler; very composed. It just seems to have the perfect balance of everything. I am still extremely pleased.

And I have recently started noticing how many people stare. I passed by two 911 drivers and one E92 M3. The 911 drivers (one older gentlemen and one older lady) just started as if to say, "wow". The M3 driver just smiled and shook his head up and down... YES....

All in a day's work....

m4a1mustang · 10-28-2010, 08:03 PM

It helps that you made your car look 10x hotter than it did stock.

Your car is so effing clean and sexy.

Endgame · 10-28-2010, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

It helps that you made your car look 10x hotter than it did stock.

Your car is so effing clean and sexy.

THX!!

taking this thread off track again: When did you get the Ford Racing Sport mufflers?? Have I just been missing that?

m4a1mustang · 10-28-2010, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

THX!!

taking this thread off track again: When did you get the Ford Racing Sport mufflers?? Have I just been missing that?

Hmmm I think I got them roughly 3 weeks ago. I never mentioned them in the public section of the forum.

Endgame · 10-28-2010, 09:55 PM

And how do they sound?? Nice? Any discernable power gain? Ford Racing has really stepped up their program. I wish Nismo did the same......

m4a1mustang · 10-28-2010, 09:58 PM

There is a 0 power gain with the mufflers. They are just for sound.

Here are a couple runs from last week

Listen to that wheel hop

Endgame · 10-28-2010, 10:25 PM

God I love that sound. Stangs just look right on the drag strip....... Well done Sir!

10-28-2010, 11:48 AM	#138 (permalink)
wolf370z Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: United States Posts: 230 Drives: 09 370z red m6 Rep Power: 15	I am disappointed in the performance of the 370z. Should have been a twin turbo or at least get out of the NA v6 game and opt out for the 5.6L v8. They did it with the m56, why not a 560z? Just seems like they love to screw everyone who wanted a 370z. We get subpar paint quality, loud and noisy transmissions, a harsh feeling motor, so much NVH, crappy CSC problems, etc. But the most disappointing part is I still love this car! The looks and the feel just cannot be matched with anything else out on the market for the price range; there are very few modern cars that really put that big of a smile on my face! But I've already decided, in a few years I'm trading in the 370z on a C6Z06. __________________ Good drivers just drive.

10-28-2010, 08:03 PM	#145 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	It helps that you made your car look 10x hotter than it did stock. Your car is so effing clean and sexy. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

10-28-2010, 09:58 PM	#149 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	There is a 0 power gain with the mufflers. They are just for sound. Here are a couple runs from last week Listen to that wheel hop __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	Import-- those pics you added don't seem to work btw.

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Endgame A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,613 Drives: Nothing Now! Rep Power: 224	Getting the thread back on track... I just got back from a spirited drive and I seem to never get tired of driving this car. I find myself purposely finding the curvy roads and taking the backroads so that I can have fun with this car. I used to hate 2nd gear, but that hate is even going away. I cannot wait to get my M370 installed and tuned. I know I always praise my old RX8 with MS suspension, but the more I get used to the Z, the more I begin to love it over the 8. With a few suspension bits (and I do not have sways yet), this car is truly transformed to a great handler; very composed. It just seems to have the perfect balance of everything. I am still extremely pleased. And I have recently started noticing how many people stare. I passed by two 911 drivers and one E92 M3. The 911 drivers (one older gentlemen and one older lady) just started as if to say, "wow". The M3 driver just smiled and shook his head up and down... YES.... All in a day's work....

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