JDMphasis: Project G37S

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I often kick myself for choosing the G37 over the 370Z. I owned a 350Z and always wished I had the G35, so, naturally, I thought I would prefer the G37 over the 370Z. The grass is always greener, I suppose. I am not suggesting I do not love my G, but I have a feeling I would be enjoying a 370Z just a bit more. I miss the sportiness of the Z; tighter suspension and shorter wheelbase, not to mention the abundance of aftermarket options. Anyway, I have done a few things to my G and figure, after a couple years of membership here, I may as well post up a few pictures. This car has gone through multiple stages with many different parts. I will do my best to chronicle everything from here on out...

I wholeheartedly believe in supporting the true visionaries and pioneers of the industry. You will not find a replica/knock-off part on my car. Everything is authentic. I do not say that to spark debate, but to simply stress that I have not cut any corners with this build. It is far from complete, but I will try to update this thread with the progress of the build...

Thanks for reading.

-BP


SUSPENSION/HANDLING/FOOTWORK

* 20" Advan RZ-DF Wheels (Matte Black)
* Falken FK452 Tires
* One-Off Project Mu Forged Slim Big Brake Kit (6POT/4POT)
* Kics Project R40 REVO Composite Extended Lugs w/ Red Caps
* TEIN Flex coilovers with EDFC Technology
* SPC Front Camber Arms
* SPC Rear Camber Arms
* Cusco Front Anti-Sway Bar
* Cusco Rear Anti-Sway Bar
* Cusco Front Strut Brace
* GT Spec 2 Points Subframe Reinforcement Brace
* GT Spec 4 Points Ladder Brace
* GT Spec 6 Points Rear Subframe Brace
* GT Spec Rear Lower Lateral Reinforcement Brace
* GT Spec Rear Lower Tie Brace


ENGINE/PERFORMANCE

This car is naturally aspirated and I plan to keep it that way, at least for the time being. This car has been fitted with three different exhaust systems: a Fujitsubo Legalis-R, an Amuse R1-Titan, and the current custom one-off exhaust system custom made by Amuse. (More on the exhaust here: JDMphasis - Project G37S: Exhausted) It has received an UpRev tune to maximize the potential of the following bolt-on modifications.

* HKS 370Z Suction Reloaded Intakes
* Fast Intentions High-Flow Catalytic Converters
* Power House Amuse R-Silent Y-Pipe
* Power House Amuse One-Off Quad-Tipped/Gold Ring Exhaust System
* Stillen Short Shifter
* Top Secret Limited Edition Ti Oil Filler Cap
* HKS Limited Edition Radiator Cap
* Samco Radiator Hose Kit
* Optima Yellow Top Battery
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Dress-Up Kit (Stainless)
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Bay Dress-Up Kit (Stainless)


INTERIOR

* Bride XAX II Seats - Red leather with BRIDE gradation
* Bride Rails & Sliders
* Redline Goods Shift Boot
* Redline Goods E-brake Boot
* Nardi e-Brake Lever
* Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi
* Zele Performance Ti Shift Knobs
* Personal Neo Grinta Top Secret 350MM Steering Wheel
* Works Bell Splash Hub
* Works Bell Quick Release
* Nissan GT-R Start Button


AERO/EXTERIOR

* Zele Performance Front Bumper
* Zele Performance Sideskirts
* Zele Performance Rear Bumper
* First Molding Japan Carbon Fiber Aero Plates
* Top Secret Ti Tow Hook
* Custom Painted Headlights
* Painted Front Grille
* Debadged Trunk
* Front & Rear LED License Plate lighting
* 35% Tint




Some pictures...


Previous wheel set-ups:

Present wheel set-up (before lugs and center caps):

Brakes:

Bracing (everything has been powdercoated Wrinkle Red):

Exhaust:

Custom vs. R1-Titan:

Body work in Zele Performance rear bumper to accommodate quad-tips:

And some random shots...

Creating this disorganized thread has, among other things, made me realize I need some better shots of the car. These pictures do not exactly reflect the car as it sits right now. I will make attempts to update this thread as things progress.