GT Motorsports: GTM Stage 1 TT Tuner Kit, GTM 3" Cat Back, 583RWHP/532RWTQ

bullitt5897 · 12-27-2009, 07:30 PM

I will probably have the fastest Z on the boards by then

I talked with Sam at GTM and a lot of my parts and supporting mods are stacking up

just waiting on them to ship so I can get the install process moving

good luck,

mike

roplusbee · 12-28-2009, 03:43 PM

I will definitely watch for your thread detailing your turbo intsall and stuff.

2fast4thelaw · 12-28-2009, 05:47 PM

It would be insane not to install an engine oil cooler on a TT VQ but I am wondering why the differential needs its own oil cooler? I have never heard of one being used or needed.

motoextreme · 12-28-2009, 05:52 PM

Speaking of...

What's the deal with that crazy NISMO one. Has the large heat sync style fins on the back. Is that thing overkill or really some value behind it?

Anyone know?

sloaner33 · 12-29-2009, 10:38 AM

This is Robert, owner of the car in this thread. I had the car built for endurance races. The rear diff cooler may very well be overkill but I always err on the side of safety and reliability. Like others have said there is no sense in spending X amount of money without adding at a minimum of .5X for safety and reliability. For those of you wondering parts + install cost about 25K and took 5 months for GTM to complete. This is not my first highly modified car and I have learned from my previous rides not to skimp on cooling and sensors. I had orginally opted for an upgraded radiator however, it never became available.

The car has excellent driveability and it can truly be used as a daily driver if one wanted, although I do not. I drove the car 1600 miles from GTM in California back to Dallas and had no issues with the car to speak of. I did get stuck in some nasty California rush hour traffic and other than my leg getting tired from the pedal effort required for the OS Gikken clutch the car was very easy to drive. I never really opened the car up as I was travelling with my son and didnt want to take any chances. The fuel economy was suprisingly good, I was shocked that I was getting about stock MPG. The car maintains 80MPH at 2-3% throttle in 6th gear. To pass those who chose to drive 50MPH in the fast lane a quick downshift to 4th and about 40% throttle will get you moving in a hurry and back to a normal cruising speed. I have learned that you can not be too heavy footed on the gas in 1st 2nd or 3rd gears as you will spin the tires and go nowhere. I honestly have not had the oppurtunity to take the car to a track and really test it. I've only gotten into the turbo's a few times but when i have the car does not act like a wild drunken mad man like my Supra used to, rather it acts very delicate and poised with a nice linear acceleration after the initial surge of boost.

I appreciate the comments about the 'sleeper' look as that is really what i was going for. If anyone is really interested in the car it will be listed for sale in the next few weeks.

Nixlimited · 12-29-2009, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sloaner33

This is Robert, owner of the car in this thread. I ...

Really nice car man. I think it's about time you take it to the 1/4 to let us know it's potential.

NYBladeZ · 12-29-2009, 03:08 PM

So in all you are looking at around $9k for the kit (includes tune), $1500 for the exhaust, $400-$1K for an oil cooler, clutch and flywheel ($800-$1K), and whatever gauges you want etc. I'm sure track guys will want a diff and tranny cooler. Guys chime in tell me if I missed any supporting mods for a street car.

NYBladeZ · 12-29-2009, 03:08 PM

oh wait $700-$1500 for downpipes

Brazilbro · 12-29-2009, 09:49 PM

clutch, and a few grand for the install

phantom21 · 12-30-2009, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sloaner33

If anyone is really interested in the car it will be listed for sale in the next few weeks.

Why are you going to sell it after TT it?

JB-370z · 12-30-2009, 02:59 PM

Yeah why are you getting rid of it after you just installed the tt. 25k and than selling right after. Did you not fall in love with the car after tt?

motoextreme · 12-30-2009, 04:12 PM

Thanks and I agree with overkill on the safety side of things. No use shaving a couple bucks off to put $20K plus at risk..

Either way, cool to hear you're happy with it, more $ then I want to spend but I have to think its a blast to drive.

Let me guess....Selling because you want a Z now?

Red370 · 12-30-2009, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motoextreme

Thanks and I agree with overkill on the safety side of things. No use shaving a couple bucks off to put $20K plus at risk..

Either way, cool to hear you're happy with it, more $ then I want to spend but I have to think its a blast to drive.

Let me guess....Selling because you want a Z now?

i think thats it!

phantom21 · 12-31-2009, 09:56 AM

For that sick nasty, I would trade my Z and 5K!

B1nks · 04-17-2010, 02:35 AM

Still curious as to why you're selling..reviving thread hehe.

12-27-2009, 07:30 PM	#31 (permalink)
bullitt5897 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North GA Posts: 6,831 Drives: Twin Turbo Z34 Rep Power: 3682	I will probably have the fastest Z on the boards by then I talked with Sam at GTM and a lot of my parts and supporting mods are stacking up just waiting on them to ship so I can get the install process moving good luck, mike __________________ *Shop Cars: 2013 318whp Nismo VspecII 370z SOLD, 2009 1000hp+ 93oct 4.0L TT 370z Fast Intentions STAGE 4 #054*

12-28-2009, 03:43 PM	#32 (permalink)
roplusbee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 2,360 Drives: 2007 350Z NISMO Rep Power: 22	I will definitely watch for your thread detailing your turbo intsall and stuff. __________________ 2007 350Z NISMO #0618: Zerolift \| UPREV \| F.I. \| Greddy \| Competition Clutch \| Injector Dynamics \| Aeromotive \| Pioneer \| JL

12-28-2009, 05:47 PM	#33 (permalink)
2fast4thelaw Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Denver Co Age: 49 Posts: 403 Drives: 09 370Z Sport/MT6 Rep Power: 16	It would be insane not to install an engine oil cooler on a TT VQ but I am wondering why the differential needs its own oil cooler? I have never heard of one being used or needed. __________________ To the optimist, the glass is half full. To the pessimist, the glass is half empty. To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.

12-28-2009, 05:52 PM	#34 (permalink)
motoextreme Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 971 Drives: Nismo NO MODS! Rep Power: 368	Speaking of... What's the deal with that crazy NISMO one. Has the large heat sync style fins on the back. Is that thing overkill or really some value behind it? Anyone know? __________________ Fast Intensions / NST / Mishimoto / Alpine / JDM / Volk / Brembo / Rotora / Seibon / Stillen / Password: JDM / KW / MR Works / RAW / Sun Auto / B&M / Amplified Motorsports

12-29-2009, 03:08 PM	#37 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	So in all you are looking at around $9k for the kit (includes tune), $1500 for the exhaust, $400-$1K for an oil cooler, clutch and flywheel ($800-$1K), and whatever gauges you want etc. I'm sure track guys will want a diff and tranny cooler. Guys chime in tell me if I missed any supporting mods for a street car. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

12-29-2009, 10:38 AM	#35 (permalink)
sloaner33 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1 Drives: 08 G37 TT Rep Power: 15	This is Robert, owner of the car in this thread. I had the car built for endurance races. The rear diff cooler may very well be overkill but I always err on the side of safety and reliability. Like others have said there is no sense in spending X amount of money without adding at a minimum of .5X for safety and reliability. For those of you wondering parts + install cost about 25K and took 5 months for GTM to complete. This is not my first highly modified car and I have learned from my previous rides not to skimp on cooling and sensors. I had orginally opted for an upgraded radiator however, it never became available. The car has excellent driveability and it can truly be used as a daily driver if one wanted, although I do not. I drove the car 1600 miles from GTM in California back to Dallas and had no issues with the car to speak of. I did get stuck in some nasty California rush hour traffic and other than my leg getting tired from the pedal effort required for the OS Gikken clutch the car was very easy to drive. I never really opened the car up as I was travelling with my son and didnt want to take any chances. The fuel economy was suprisingly good, I was shocked that I was getting about stock MPG. The car maintains 80MPH at 2-3% throttle in 6th gear. To pass those who chose to drive 50MPH in the fast lane a quick downshift to 4th and about 40% throttle will get you moving in a hurry and back to a normal cruising speed. I have learned that you can not be too heavy footed on the gas in 1st 2nd or 3rd gears as you will spin the tires and go nowhere. I honestly have not had the oppurtunity to take the car to a track and really test it. I've only gotten into the turbo's a few times but when i have the car does not act like a wild drunken mad man like my Supra used to, rather it acts very delicate and poised with a nice linear acceleration after the initial surge of boost. I appreciate the comments about the 'sleeper' look as that is really what i was going for. If anyone is really interested in the car it will be listed for sale in the next few weeks.

12-29-2009, 03:08 PM	#38 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	oh wait $700-$1500 for downpipes __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

12-29-2009, 09:49 PM	#39 (permalink)
Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 848	clutch, and a few grand for the install __________________ Juke AWD/240Z SR20 08 Evo 10(Stage 2) SOLD Fastest Sport 6spd 370Z 11.8 @126.5SOLD

12-30-2009, 02:59 PM	#41 (permalink)
JB-370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 1,859 Drives: Stage 2 Twin Turbos Rep Power: 19	Yeah why are you getting rid of it after you just installed the tt. 25k and than selling right after. Did you not fall in love with the car after tt? __________________ ll Baker Tuning ll GTM ll Powerhouse Amuse ll HKS ll Up-Rev ll iForged ll AP Racing ll Pioneer ll SPL ll Bride ll Top Secret ll OS Giken ll GTM Stage 2 Twin Turboed 370z (First in Texas, Thanks To Baker Tuning)

12-30-2009, 04:12 PM	#42 (permalink)
motoextreme Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 971 Drives: Nismo NO MODS! Rep Power: 368	Thanks and I agree with overkill on the safety side of things. No use shaving a couple bucks off to put $20K plus at risk.. Either way, cool to hear you're happy with it, more $ then I want to spend but I have to think its a blast to drive. Let me guess....Selling because you want a Z now? __________________ Fast Intensions / NST / Mishimoto / Alpine / JDM / Volk / Brembo / Rotora / Seibon / Stillen / Password: JDM / KW / MR Works / RAW / Sun Auto / B&M / Amplified Motorsports

12-31-2009, 09:56 AM	#44 (permalink)
phantom21 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 153 Drives: 370Z Base+Sport 6M Rep Power: 15	For that sick nasty, I would trade my Z and 5K! __________________ 2009 PG 6spd Sport \|\| 30% side tint, 15% rear \|\| All Redline fluids \|\| Berk HFC's intalled~PITA Bolt \|\| Stillen G3's \|\| Berk CBE \|\| BC Racing Coilovers with 10K/12K Swift springs & RA valving\|\| SPL rear camber arms \|\| 20mm/15mm spacers

04-17-2010, 02:35 AM	#45 (permalink)
B1nks Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 721 Drives: 2009 370Z Base 6MT Rep Power: 507	Still curious as to why you're selling..reviving thread hehe.

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