The 370Z Weight Reduction Thread

[cavemancan]

I see tons of good information but very little emphasis is being placed on the front end of the car where it counts. I wanted to comment on a few things I have read so far:

- Nissan designed the car intentionally to have a 53/47 weight distribution: I know they mention this and claim the car then gets a 50/50 weight distribution while exiting a corner but what many don't realize is this causes a push situation on corner entry which is further amplified by lack of negative camber. I personally think this was a marketing ploy...they probably found it would be to expensive to shed more weight from the front.

- Everyone seems dead set on sheding weight from the car...As am I but so far the primary focus has been mostly towards the back of the car. With good reason of course cause it easy. We need to research what could be removed from the front.

Ideas:
- The front strut bar was a very good idea. In fact if there was an aftermarket strut bar made I am sure we could realize a good reduction in weight.
- Rotors are not specifically for the front but thus far seem to be the best option for weight savings so far due to the location and type of weight reduction.
- Engine plastics...Has anyone weighed these? Any Adverse affects to cooling or airflow?
- Long Tube Headers seem to be a good solution.
- Windsheild is a good idea but prob to extreme for most to undertake.
- AC is another good idea but prob to extreme for most

What else? What about removing as much weight from the top of the car and relocating it to the bottom rear of the car? This will lower your center of gravity and balance out the weight distribution. Another option is to work with you have and increase tire width and negative camber in the front.