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INTENSEPOWER · 04-28-2010, 03:47 PM

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YELLOW THUNDER: 1,011whp, 4.2-liters, Twin Turbochargers And A Custom Wide-body Proves That"Bigger Is Better"

Chris Shively's 1027RWHP DSport Cover Car Built by IntensePower.com

By Richard Fong // Photos by Michael Ferrara

One thousand horsepower. Only an elite few can lay claim to this performance milestone. Even fewer can make this claim from behind the wheel of a fully-streetable Nissan 350Z. While a number of "pure drag" cars have achieved the "1KWHP" figure, most sacrifice the response needed to make the car fun to drive on the street. Chris Shively's plan for his project 350Z didn't include compromise. Instead, this second-generation car fanatic would set out to build a Z33 that would impress performance, show and car audio enthusiasts.

Since purchasing the 350Z in 2003, making over 1,000 horsepower was the performance target. A lofty goal for any brand new engine platform. However, rather than spending his own money to finance the developments of the VQ35, Chris planned to wait a few years to see what products and technologies worked and which didn't. While horsepower-hungry builders usually start under the hood and build their way to the exterior, Chris did just the opposite and probably saved himself thousands of dollars.

Subtle Scene Stealer

Seeking a subtle and complementary improvement to Z33's body lines, a WALD aero kit added distinction to Chris's Z. A hands-on enthusiast, Chris performed some of the work with a local body shop to cut and weld the fenders, increasing the width of the Z33. The end result is a one-off wide-body that looks factory fresh. To fill the wider fenders, a set of 19x11-inch iForged wheels occupy the fronts while 20x13-inch rollers take the rears. The wheels carry NITTO INVO tires (285/30R19 in front, 345/25R20 in back) to put down a serious contact patch with the pavement. Massive StopTech calipers (six piston fronts, four piston rears) and larger-diameter, two-piece rotors bring this hard-charging missile to a stop fast.

Since adding power under the hood would have to wait, power was added to the interior instead. A Swiss Audio competition sound system filled the cargo area, adding five amplifiers and three subwoofers. Four midrange drivers and a pair of tweeters produce the mid and high frequencies in the cabin. This 4,000 watt system centers on a Kenwood GPS/multimedia head unit.

Horsepower… Finally... Well Almost

Once the performance aftermarket had identified the VQ35's weak links and developed the right products to make 1,000+ wheel horsepower a reality, Chris looked for the right shop to make it happen. Local engine builder Lightspeed Performance began work on the VQ35. The cylinder heads were ported before upgrading the valvetrain with +1mm valves, springs and titanium retainers from Ferrea. TOMEI POWERED 264-degree camshafts were selected to orchestrate valve events. The shortblock was sent to AEBS to receive its newly-developed big displacement kit. AEBS re-sleeved the block, bored and honed the cylinders, then filled the block with 100mm 8.5:1 compression pistons. The big bore pistons were connected to the 90mm stroker crankshaft by AEBS forged connecting rods.

Twin Turbo Tasks

Shortly after finishing the block, Lightspeed closed its doors, prompting a search for a new tuner capable of seeing the VQ35 to completion. Chris chose Intense Power (IP) of Gilbert, Arizona to complete the project. IP had already devised a plan for twin top-mount turbochargers, but there was a catch. Chris insisted that the A/C and power steering had to be retained. Relocating the accessories first, IP designed a custom bracket to move the A/C compressor out of the way, while the adaptation of the electronic steering system from a Toyota MR2 eliminated the need for the power steering pump. With plenty of space now available, PowerLab (PL) fabricated stainless-steel manifolds that positioned the GT37R turbochargers behind each headlight so that the compressors could draw in cool air from inlets behind ducts in the bumper.

For more on this article, grab a copy of DSPORT Magazine on newsstands nationwide!

More Pics at this link below
Chris Shively's 1011RWHP DSport Cover Car Built by IntensePower.com

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INTENSEPOWER Not a Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,292 Drives: 1000+hp Widebody G Rep Power: 253	IntensePower/PowerLab graces DSPORT MAGAZINE COVER! 1000+WHP Z33! Sorry if this is not the proper section - we didn't see a specific media section for something like this. Feel free to move if necessary. Thanks YELLOW THUNDER: 1,011whp, 4.2-liters, Twin Turbochargers And A Custom Wide-body Proves That"Bigger Is Better" Chris Shively's 1027RWHP DSport Cover Car Built by IntensePower.com By Richard Fong // Photos by Michael Ferrara One thousand horsepower. Only an elite few can lay claim to this performance milestone. Even fewer can make this claim from behind the wheel of a fully-streetable Nissan 350Z. While a number of "pure drag" cars have achieved the "1KWHP" figure, most sacrifice the response needed to make the car fun to drive on the street. Chris Shively's plan for his project 350Z didn't include compromise. Instead, this second-generation car fanatic would set out to build a Z33 that would impress performance, show and car audio enthusiasts. Since purchasing the 350Z in 2003, making over 1,000 horsepower was the performance target. A lofty goal for any brand new engine platform. However, rather than spending his own money to finance the developments of the VQ35, Chris planned to wait a few years to see what products and technologies worked and which didn't. While horsepower-hungry builders usually start under the hood and build their way to the exterior, Chris did just the opposite and probably saved himself thousands of dollars. Subtle Scene Stealer Seeking a subtle and complementary improvement to Z33's body lines, a WALD aero kit added distinction to Chris's Z. A hands-on enthusiast, Chris performed some of the work with a local body shop to cut and weld the fenders, increasing the width of the Z33. The end result is a one-off wide-body that looks factory fresh. To fill the wider fenders, a set of 19x11-inch iForged wheels occupy the fronts while 20x13-inch rollers take the rears. The wheels carry NITTO INVO tires (285/30R19 in front, 345/25R20 in back) to put down a serious contact patch with the pavement. Massive StopTech calipers (six piston fronts, four piston rears) and larger-diameter, two-piece rotors bring this hard-charging missile to a stop fast. Since adding power under the hood would have to wait, power was added to the interior instead. A Swiss Audio competition sound system filled the cargo area, adding five amplifiers and three subwoofers. Four midrange drivers and a pair of tweeters produce the mid and high frequencies in the cabin. This 4,000 watt system centers on a Kenwood GPS/multimedia head unit. Horsepower… Finally... Well Almost Once the performance aftermarket had identified the VQ35's weak links and developed the right products to make 1,000+ wheel horsepower a reality, Chris looked for the right shop to make it happen. Local engine builder Lightspeed Performance began work on the VQ35. The cylinder heads were ported before upgrading the valvetrain with +1mm valves, springs and titanium retainers from Ferrea. TOMEI POWERED 264-degree camshafts were selected to orchestrate valve events. The shortblock was sent to AEBS to receive its newly-developed big displacement kit. AEBS re-sleeved the block, bored and honed the cylinders, then filled the block with 100mm 8.5:1 compression pistons. The big bore pistons were connected to the 90mm stroker crankshaft by AEBS forged connecting rods. Twin Turbo Tasks Shortly after finishing the block, Lightspeed closed its doors, prompting a search for a new tuner capable of seeing the VQ35 to completion. Chris chose Intense Power (IP) of Gilbert, Arizona to complete the project. IP had already devised a plan for twin top-mount turbochargers, but there was a catch. Chris insisted that the A/C and power steering had to be retained. Relocating the accessories first, IP designed a custom bracket to move the A/C compressor out of the way, while the adaptation of the electronic steering system from a Toyota MR2 eliminated the need for the power steering pump. With plenty of space now available, PowerLab (PL) fabricated stainless-steel manifolds that positioned the GT37R turbochargers behind each headlight so that the compressors could draw in cool air from inlets behind ducts in the bumper. For more on this article, grab a copy of DSPORT Magazine on newsstands nationwide! More Pics at this link below Chris Shively's 1011RWHP DSport Cover Car Built by IntensePower.com