2015 nismo, first Z.

slowmotion · 02-05-2016, 11:59 AM

I'll just start by saying I am very glad to have found a forum with some intelligent and respectful enthusiasts. All to often forums get over run by ill-informed members who are only looking for attention. My performance car experience started with a 2002 spec v sentra in high school and since moving on to a 2006 ms6. I can't say enough about the amount of tech knowledge over at mazdaspeedforums.org, because of that I am currently finishing up a pte5862 build on my speed.
I am very excited to be back in a nissan and look forward to learning the Z world. I bought my 2015 nismo a few months ago with just over 7k on the odometer. I really love the feel of being in a true sports car compared to a four door sport sedan. I haven't had much of a chance to really push the cars limits, thanks to winter and being parked till the roads clean up, but have noticed a few things. First thing was the blind spots of the car, I always get nervous switching lanes. Hopefully there are some convex mirrors out. The drivetrain feels somewhat sloppy to me and likes to thrash around. Not sure if it's just me because my other car has aftermarket mounts or a common issue. Last is the clutch, I like the feel just not the engagement point. Hoping there is a way to adjust the pedal like my other car. I am 6 foot 4 and having to control the engagement with my knee at the wheel can be difficult.
All in all I really enjoy the car and can't wait to start modding. Sorry for the long hello.

Nick M · 02-05-2016, 01:44 PM

Wow 6'4" in a 370z. I am shade over 6' and I can't imagine fitting into it being much taller. Kudos to you.

I regards to the mirrors/blind spots, thats a typical comment from a new owner. I used to feel the same way. It can be adjusted out, and theres no problem with the mirrors. No one really swaps them out, unless you're putting together show car or something.

Here is the quote we all usually go by to adjust our mirrors to eliminate the blind spot:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike
you just need to learn how to adjust them. Tilt your head to the far left, then put the mirror where you can barely see the left side of the car. Then tilt right and do the same for the other side. In normal driving, you shouldn't be able to see your car from the side mirrors. It does take getting used to, but you will find, if you let a car pass you on either side, it will go from the rear view mirror, to the side to where you can see it directly and never be out of your sight."

I agree with you, in regards to the driveline. I've had mounts/inserts etc on previous vehicles with great results, including a track prepped Honda Civic, a WRX, and even a Jeep. The good news is the 370z does have tremendous aftermarket support, including motor mounts, and the popular tranny mount. Z1 is a great co to support: https://www.z1motorsports.com/

You'll find many of us do a few subtle tweaks, and enjoy the car primarily as-is. The minority do major mods such as TT kits etc. The car is a great package from the factory.

ramoszx12r · 02-05-2016, 02:15 PM

Congratulation and Welcome to the 370Z forum. All I can said is that the Z is a great sport car, yours is new so give it some time and enjoy it.

slowmotion · 02-05-2016, 02:24 PM

Thanks Nick M for the mirror adjustment rule, never would have thought to search for something like that.

95TTurboZX · 02-05-2016, 04:35 PM

Welcome, go here for clutch solution *RJM Performance.com - Home

cigarclifford · 02-05-2016, 07:45 PM

Welcome to the 370Z forum

-Clifford

Z-Girl 12 · 02-05-2016, 07:49 PM

Congrats and welcome!

Memphis370Z · 02-05-2016, 08:18 PM

Congratulations on your Z and welcome.

slowmotion · 02-07-2016, 10:46 AM

thanks for the link 95ttturbozx, that pedal looks awesome and a good price. if it works half as well as they say I will be happy. I'm thinking it will be my first mod.

dmatt · 02-07-2016, 04:57 PM

Welcome Up.

lwpnfrisco · 02-08-2016, 08:30 AM

Congrats and Welcome!

TerribleONE · 02-08-2016, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slowmotion

thanks for the link 95ttturbozx, that pedal looks awesome and a good price. if it works half as well as they say I will be happy. I'm thinking it will be my first mod.

It definitely works as advertised you will be happy with it.

Congrats and welcome.

02-05-2016, 11:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
slowmotion Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Hamburg Posts: 10 Drives: 06 mazdaspeed6 gt m6 Rep Power: 9	2015 nismo, first Z. I'll just start by saying I am very glad to have found a forum with some intelligent and respectful enthusiasts. All to often forums get over run by ill-informed members who are only looking for attention. My performance car experience started with a 2002 spec v sentra in high school and since moving on to a 2006 ms6. I can't say enough about the amount of tech knowledge over at mazdaspeedforums.org, because of that I am currently finishing up a pte5862 build on my speed. I am very excited to be back in a nissan and look forward to learning the Z world. I bought my 2015 nismo a few months ago with just over 7k on the odometer. I really love the feel of being in a true sports car compared to a four door sport sedan. I haven't had much of a chance to really push the cars limits, thanks to winter and being parked till the roads clean up, but have noticed a few things. First thing was the blind spots of the car, I always get nervous switching lanes. Hopefully there are some convex mirrors out. The drivetrain feels somewhat sloppy to me and likes to thrash around. Not sure if it's just me because my other car has aftermarket mounts or a common issue. Last is the clutch, I like the feel just not the engagement point. Hoping there is a way to adjust the pedal like my other car. I am 6 foot 4 and having to control the engagement with my knee at the wheel can be difficult. All in all I really enjoy the car and can't wait to start modding. Sorry for the long hello. ZeroZ34 likes this.

02-05-2016, 02:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
ramoszx12r Track Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Carneys point NJ Posts: 665 Drives: 16 370Z Nismo White. Rep Power: 1427	Congratulation and Welcome to the 370Z forum. All I can said is that the Z is a great sport car, yours is new so give it some time and enjoy it. __________________ Tony Ramos

02-05-2016, 04:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
95TTurboZX Base Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 45 Drives: 2015 NISMO Tech BS Rep Power: 11	Welcome, go here for clutch solution *RJM Performance.com - Home TerribleONE likes this.

02-05-2016, 07:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
cigarclifford A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Cali State Hospital Posts: 13,351 Drives: 2017 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 458713	Welcome to the 370Z forum -Clifford __________________ -Clifford

02-05-2016, 07:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
Z-Girl 12 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 4,105 Drives: Spirited Rep Power: 11716	Congrats and welcome! __________________ 2012 Z-SOLD 2014 Nismo #565 Fast Intentions CBE/HFC/Swift/SPC/RJM/H&R-15/20mm/Z1 CAI/Headers/Intake Manifold w/Uprev Tune 328.31whp/263.64tq

02-05-2016, 02:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
slowmotion Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Hamburg Posts: 10 Drives: 06 mazdaspeed6 gt m6 Rep Power: 9	Thanks Nick M for the mirror adjustment rule, never would have thought to search for something like that.

02-05-2016, 08:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
Memphis370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Memphis Area Posts: 3,117 Drives: '09 MB Rep Power: 124433	Congratulations on your Z and welcome.

02-07-2016, 10:46 AM	#9 (permalink)
slowmotion Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Hamburg Posts: 10 Drives: 06 mazdaspeed6 gt m6 Rep Power: 9	thanks for the link 95ttturbozx, that pedal looks awesome and a good price. if it works half as well as they say I will be happy. I'm thinking it will be my first mod.

02-07-2016, 04:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
dmatt Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hurricane, UT Posts: 217 Drives: 2016 370Z Nismo Tech Rep Power: 13	Welcome Up. __________________ CURRENT - 2016 NISMO TECH \| PEARL WHITE \| MOWERAXLE \| GTR START \| K & N \| PAST - 2011 NISMO \| KW V3'S \| HOTCHKIS \| SPL \| AKRAPOVIC EVO CF \| VERTINI 19x9.5 & 19x11 \| HANKOOK V12'S 255/35 & 305/30 \| MOWERAXLE \|

02-08-2016, 08:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
lwpnfrisco Base Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 91 Drives: 2016 370Z Nismo Tech Rep Power: 9	Congrats and Welcome! __________________ 2016 370Z Nismo Tech 'S. Red' 7AT lwp

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