Originally Posted by Minicobra1 (Post 417867)

Ok, first off, the S2000's little 4 banger puts out about 240bhp, and the car is about 600lbs lighter then the 370z. That motor is putting out a 120bhp per liter in comparison to ours which is about 89bhp per liter.
Real world test on the S2000 is 0-60 5.7 average, 13.8 1/4 mile. Now, compare that to the Z's numbers and tell me how much do you really think you were going to pull on it?

Also, your assuming they were stock, how do you really know, could of had a mellow exhaust and a tune, who knows, but even a stock S2000 will give you a run for the money. Heck my Mini Cooper Turbo sounds pretty stock, but with the tune I have and the mild cat back, intake, etc. it has surprised more then a few Vette's, Mustangs, etc. putting out 200fwhp and it's only 2500lbs :-)
Damm near as quick as the 370z.

Anyway, don't feel bad, there is nothing wrong with your car, you just didn't know what you were up against :tup:

On a side note, my Z, without a doubt, runs a little slugish when the oil temp hits 220, I can definitely notice the difference in responsiveness on a hot day compared to when the temps are in the 180 range. Only fix for that is an aftermarket oil cooler, which is something I will definitely be purchasing in the future.

Originally Posted by cab83_750 (Post 771600)

Sorry, but did I just read something about an "exploding cooler?". Did the cooler explode or did the hose explode/separate?

Can someone please clarify?


Thanks

Originally Posted by cossie1600 (Post 771675)

Most of the failure I read came from the lines, oil cooler failure is very rare

Originally Posted by BrianMSmith (Post 431578)

I bought a Z after many years of driving a Camaro SS, Ls1 engine. Let's face it, the Z is not a fast car in the engine department. It's sporty, but that's about the best you can say. The car is meant for running on tight twisty canyon roads where handling and composure result in a fun drive. If you want to kick *** in a street drag race, buy a Camaro or a Stang, but don't complain about the cheap low quality interior or vague handling. Although you can mod the chassis of a Camaro and get very good handling, it will never be as good as the Z on real world roads.

Originally Posted by Red__Zed (Post 1247230)

Bump cuz I can

Originally Posted by Pelican170 (Post 1247256)

I didnt read through the whole thread, but sounds to me like you hit limp mode. If after 15 minutes it was just under 260, then that sounds like it to me. Doesnt it start at 260 and then get reduced more at 280?

Anyway, the highest ive gotten mine was 240 and havent noticed any power loss...

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks (Post 1247262)

:shakes head:



Old thread but ...

No power loss until 280, then a severe cut at 300. Prior to that I did have some minor power loss thanks to heat soaking the Stillen G3's and increasing intake temperatures, but that is greatly improved since I insulated them.

Originally Posted by Pelican170 (Post 1247281)

Heat soak on the G3's?? Interesting, didnt think that happened since they are CAI...