AAM 370Z Twin Turbo: COMPLETE 500RWHP/372RWTQ: [Heavy Pic Content Inside]

Brazilbro · 01-10-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

I'd assume that with each Z they complete the process is refined and becomes more efficient cutting down on completion time

even with a Greddy kit you going to be looking at a few weeks for install and thats with all the parts ready to go!

Clint@Altered · 01-11-2010, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 2fast4thelaw

I almost sent my car to them last spring to be the very first TT370z on the road! BUT, I encountered an issue with them over an exhaust system that I ultimately had to cancel after waiting 3 months of empty promises and no action. I don't want to get into it completely because their intentions were good but I felt they were spread a little too thin and if I sent them my car then I might just now have it back! Maybe.

I still want FI but I am going a different approach. I truley feel they are the guys to do the job right but not at the expense of having them keep my car for 6 months. Plus they didnt offer me a deal to use my car as their lab rat. They could have at least offered to pay the transportation fees to get my car there and back and I might have done it if they did. It was full price for everything and cost kept getting higher and higher and I punted on the whole thing!

I walked and with no regrets. Sorry AAM but I am taking my money and my 370z elsewhere.

No need for you to to apologize. We simply didn't deliver the exhaust in a timely manner. As you mentioned, we were spread to thin and took on too many fabrication projects on last spring. We just couldn't get it fabricated in time.

Regardless, I am glad to see you are moving on with your 370Z goals. Good luck with your future Z endeavors!

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

I'd assume that with each Z they complete the process is refined and becomes more efficient cutting down on completion time

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brazilbro

even with a Greddy kit you going to be looking at a few weeks for install and thats with all the parts ready to go!

Twin Turbocharging a naturally aspirated vehicle which has not been TT'd before (at least not in mass) always presents unexpected challenges. You can always go hacking into a car to get around issues - cut away the front impact beam for better IC fitment, bend this or bend that for clearance, grind the engine mount etc. But we look at unexpected challenges as an opportunity for us to take a step back and re-focus so that we can ultimately create a TT Kit which seamlessly integrates with the vehicle - both in terms of fitment and performance.

By late spring we aim to be at the point where we will have a true shelf item - we'll be able to install a kit within a few weeks (or less if only the kit is being installed). Everything we make for the 370ZTT that is pure fabwork - Intercooler, Piping, Oil/Coolant Lines, Manifolds etc- is double and triple checked for fitment. And then set aside for reference/jigging. And we have refined most of our jigs and are beginning to build stock of the major components.

Being able to install a TT kit from a box which has been proven to fit and perform versus having to literally design and create every component from scratch (which includes a lot of second and third variations) makes the all difference in time.

And we are greatly appreciative of those, like Fusz Nissan, who are willing to be the first. That's one reason we have a shop 370Z - so that the products which end up on Lou's car fit and perform up to expectation. LOL, and so we can shoot for the limits of the stock block on the AAM 370Z later this winter!

FuszNissan · 01-13-2010, 10:36 AM

Any Interior shots yet?

Jon@Altered · 01-13-2010, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Any Interior shots yet?

Installing the Defi gauges as we speak; I'll have some shots for you before you know it!

-jon

Kastley85891 · 01-13-2010, 01:20 PM

Defi , nice - any preffered 12V switched / perm source on the Z, which defis? there is one at 24psi in my sig lol

BF 60mm Whites??

WShade · 01-13-2010, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Kastley85891

BF 60mm Whites??

Same ones I had in my Subaru. Awesome!

Jon@Altered · 01-15-2010, 09:01 AM

^ LH FTW!!!

Ok, Lou, pretty soon we're going to have to start a new thread for you! This one is getting pretty big, and I want you to have a seperate thread for your car. Installing the gauges was an incredibly intricate process, and a lot more in depth than we originally anticipated. Nearly the entire dash had to come out for the gauges to go in the factory gauge holders, but the end result is as clean as OEM!! Dash is almost completely back in now, and I should have some photos for you of the gauges lit up here shortly. In the meantime, check these out!

I know what you're thinking; "Is it just me, or do the needles in the gauges look off centre?" This is true! They all are slightly off, but rest assured though, they are all clocked correctly. The needles are still "limp", because they have never had any power run through them. Once they are fully wired and powered on for the first time, they will all come to rest at a perfect 90° angle.

And here's why I love Defi gauges so much:

Completely blacked out when they are powered off. Bright red display when turned on. Sic.

FuszNissan · 01-13-2010, 01:47 PM

Thanks Jon, you the man!

Jon@Altered · 01-13-2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Kastley85891

Defi , nice - any preffered 12V switched / perm source on the Z, which defis? there is one at 24psi in my sig lol

BF 60mm Whites??

60 mil REDS, to match the factory ones.

The Defis will be monitoring boost, exhaust gas temp(EGT), and Oil Temperature. They will be powered from a 12V power source wired directly from the factory fuse box. We didn't want to cut into any factory power sources, so will be setting up our own independent wiring system and feeding it from the factory battery/fuse box.

Example of the Defi Gauges:

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Thanks Jon, you the man!

No prob Lou, I try to keep you updated as much as possible. As soon as everything is wired up and ready to go, I'll get you some pictures; maybe even a video of the Defi Gauge start-up procedure, that never gets old!

FuszNissan · 01-13-2010, 03:38 PM

Kastley85891 · 01-13-2010, 03:44 PM

Where are you mounting the set of gauges?
My own choice of three preffered to monitor btw, EGT is so important and mostly over looked especially from a tuning stand point, any ideas on your tap point for the EGT probe, I take it just one probe but interested to see where on this set up.

Cheers

Jon@Altered · 01-13-2010, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kastley85891

Where are you mounting the set of gauges?
My own choice of three preffered to monitor btw, EGT is so important and mostly over looked especially from a tuning stand point, any ideas on your tap point for the EGT probe, I take it just one probe but interested to see where on this set up.

Cheers

Yes, Turbo Boost Pressure, EGT, and Oil Pressure are, in our opinion, three of the most critical engine monitoring devices you can install on a twin turbo charged vehicle. With the EGT setup, I believe we will be tapping the probe directly in the manifold, just after the exhaust runners from the head merge to the collector, and just before the flange for the hot side of the turbo. This should give us a fairly accurate reading of the heat coming from the cylinders.

Oh yeah, keep those eyes on the road btw, lol. Or keep them on your review as you watch the M3 headlights shrink and fade away.

FuszNissan · 01-13-2010, 04:04 PM

They will be mounted in the factory 3 gauge cluster on the center dash. Trying to make it look factory with the DeFi gauges

Kastley85891 · 01-13-2010, 04:29 PM

that will look sick - very nice - make sure when you drive it you are not fixated ... ;-)

FuszNissan · 01-13-2010, 04:30 PM

I think I will be white knuckled and eyes on the road.

01-13-2010, 10:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	Any Interior shots yet? __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

01-13-2010, 01:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
Kastley85891 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ATX 370 - Sold Posts: 1,149 Drives: 2003 Wagon Rep Power: 18	Defi , nice - any preffered 12V switched / perm source on the Z, which defis? there is one at 24psi in my sig lol BF 60mm Whites?? __________________ Boosted V8 hunter 2850 lbs and 375WHP

01-15-2010, 09:01 AM	#7 (permalink)
Jon@Altered The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 135 Drives: Nissan 350Z Rep Power: 285	^ LH FTW!!! Ok, Lou, pretty soon we're going to have to start a new thread for you! This one is getting pretty big, and I want you to have a seperate thread for your car. Installing the gauges was an incredibly intricate process, and a lot more in depth than we originally anticipated. Nearly the entire dash had to come out for the gauges to go in the factory gauge holders, but the end result is as clean as OEM!! Dash is almost completely back in now, and I should have some photos for you of the gauges lit up here shortly. In the meantime, check these out! I know what you're thinking; "Is it just me, or do the needles in the gauges look off centre?" This is true! They all are slightly off, but rest assured though, they are all clocked correctly. The needles are still "limp", because they have never had any power run through them. Once they are fully wired and powered on for the first time, they will all come to rest at a perfect 90° angle. And here's why I love Defi gauges so much: Completely blacked out when they are powered off. Bright red display when turned on. Sic. __________________ “Being second is to be the first of the ones who lose.” ~ Ayrton Senna

01-13-2010, 01:47 PM	#8 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	Thanks Jon, you the man! __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

01-13-2010, 03:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	__________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

01-13-2010, 03:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
Kastley85891 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ATX 370 - Sold Posts: 1,149 Drives: 2003 Wagon Rep Power: 18	Where are you mounting the set of gauges? My own choice of three preffered to monitor btw, EGT is so important and mostly over looked especially from a tuning stand point, any ideas on your tap point for the EGT probe, I take it just one probe but interested to see where on this set up. Cheers __________________ Boosted V8 hunter 2850 lbs and 375WHP

01-13-2010, 04:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	They will be mounted in the factory 3 gauge cluster on the center dash. Trying to make it look factory with the DeFi gauges __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

01-13-2010, 04:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
Kastley85891 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ATX 370 - Sold Posts: 1,149 Drives: 2003 Wagon Rep Power: 18	that will look sick - very nice - make sure when you drive it you are not fixated ... ;-) __________________ Boosted V8 hunter 2850 lbs and 375WHP

01-13-2010, 04:30 PM	#15 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 543	I think I will be white knuckled and eyes on the road. __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

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