M.Bonanni Project 370Z V3.0 | Clean Slate

M.Bonanni · 02-08-2014, 01:45 PM

Headers are sold!

-Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose | FS Thread
-Nismo 60mm wheel studs | Still on car
-Muteki open ended lug nuts | Still on car
-BC Forged HB29 19" Wheels w/tires | Still on car
-SEIBON NS Style CF side skirts partially painted Brilliant Silver | Still on car
-Stillen J-Hook Rotors | Still on car

M.Bonanni · 02-11-2014, 04:25 PM

M.Bonanni · 02-13-2014, 11:38 AM

M.Bonanni · 02-16-2014, 01:59 PM

Wheels sold! Got rid of the OEM rear rotors too. Just the two Conti tires, wheel studs, and vacuum canister left.

- Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose | FS Thread
- Nismo 60mm wheel studs | Set of 20 | $100 Shipped | FS Thread
- Continental Tires Extreme Contact DW Tires | 285/35/18 | 95% tread life left | $200 + shipping for two (only have two)

M.Bonanni · 02-27-2014, 11:22 AM

It is with this post that I bid farewell to my 370Z. She's been my daily driver for 5 years, but this weekend she will drive off in her new owner's hands. It's been a long and memorable ride. A huge thank you to everyone that's been a part of this car over the 5 years, including all of the awesome forum members on here!

- BC Racing Suspension (first 370Z to prototype BR/ER coilovers)
- SPL Parts (first 370Z to prototype rear camber arms)
- Berk Technology (first 370Z to prototype HFC and cat-back exhaust)
- Fast Intentions (first 370Z to prototype cat-back w/integrated HFC)
- Mishimoto (first 370Z to prototype radiator hoses and thermostat)
- Password:JDM (first 370Z to prototype underhood CF covers)
- Jim Wolf Technology (first 370Z to prototype Pop Charger intakes & oil pan spacer)
- Forgestar Wheels (used for test fitment & debut of Forgestar wheels)
- GTSPEC (first 370Z to prototype chassis bracing)
- NRG Innovations (first 370Z to prototype steering wheel hub)
- BRIDE Seats/LOT USA (first US spec 370Z to test fit seat rails)
- EVO-R (370Z used to debut rocker panel extentions, highwing and other parts)
- Kognition Design (used to develop and test current wing design)
- Challenge USA (first 370Z to prototype brake lines)
- SEIBON Carbon
- Prestige Marketing
- NonStopTuning
- COBB Tuning
- UpRev
- Specialty Z
- AEM
- Injen Technology
- Odyssey Batteries
- Carbotech Brakes
- Hawk Performance
- 702 Graphics
- The Powdercoater (aka Mike)
- AMSOIL
- Whiteline
- Carbonetic
- OS Giken
- Nitto Tires
- Hankook Tires
- Continental Tire
- Modified Magazine (R.I.P)
- MotoIQ.com
- THMotorsports
- Z1 Motorsports
- AE Performance
- Fontana Nissan

And I am sure there are others I am forgetting.

Redline Time Attack season 2009

Circa 2010

SEMA Show 2011 - BC Racing North America Booth (debut of the wheel line)

Modified Magazine Tuner Shootout - 2012

Current

Rusty · 02-27-2014, 12:16 PM

Sad to see it that way.

But hey, stick around. We still have to pick your brains on some stuff.

You ain't getting away that easy.

SPOHN · 02-27-2014, 09:12 PM

Any lap timers for sale?

M.Bonanni · 02-27-2014, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPOHN

Any lap timers for sale?

Nope.

ChrisSlicks · 07-07-2011, 06:16 AM

17's don't clear the sport brakes, but will clear the base brakes. Enkei's are great wheels though and they do make 18's.

M.Bonanni · 07-07-2011, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boost_lee

love all versions of this car.
Definitely looking forward to results of the oil cooler panels. Did you only create plates for the sides? Or did you do the top and bottom also?

Thanks! All 4 sides have to be boxed in to make it effective.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevin.z

I love the track focus and performance dedication of this car.

What do you think about switching to Enkei Rpf-1s rims in 17-inch with 275 tire square set up? They are incredibly light and I am guessing 17' should fit stock brakes. I heard reducing rotational mass makes a huge difference in turns of driving feel. Correct me if I am wrong, but the forgestars are not exactly lightweight rims?
Also, on the subject of reduce weight, what do you think about single catback exhaust? that should cut some weight as well.

Like mentioned above, 17s will only fit on non-sport model cars, but the idea is there. The lighter the better. Forgestar F14s are actually right along the same weight range as the RPF-1s. As an example, the 18x10" Forgestar F14 is in the 18 lb. range while the 18x10" RPF-1 is actually in the 19 lb. range according to information I found on the internet. I didn't weigh mine personally. As for the exhaust, again lighter is always better but weight that is below the center of gravity and in the middle of the car, like an exhaust, is probably the least effective weight mod as far as handling goes. For me, power/torque benefits of an exhaust comes first, then weight. If power/torque gains are similar then go for the lighter one but if you gain more power at the expense of a little more weight, I think that will be more beneficial.

travisjb · 07-07-2011, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M.Bonanni

Thanks! All 4 sides have to be boxed in to make it effective.

I did the same thing... it allowed me to drop from dual core to single core oil cooling and thus savings 5-6 pounds net weight on the nose

ChrisSlicks · 07-07-2011, 12:15 PM

Mike, what did you make the panels out of and how did you bend them and connect them? I have a fairly complete home mechanic setup but no metal working equipment.

M.Bonanni · 07-07-2011, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

Mike, what did you make the panels out of and how did you bend them and connect them? I have a fairly complete home mechanic setup but no metal working equipment.

Neither do I, this was done ghettolicious style for sure but it works haha. I mocked everything up using cardboard then cut the templates out of thin sheetmetal I got at Home Depot. None of them have bends with the exception of the bottom piece that has a 90 degree bend so it can be bolted to the oil cooler bracket. I got that bend with a hammer and the edge of a shelf haha. The two side pieces are simply double-stick taped to the sides of the cooler and the top piece is double-stick taped to the top of the cooler. If I knew how to weld, I could have welded it all together at this point but I don't so I just sealed up the small seams where the panels met with duct tape. It sounds really flimsy but the bottom piece creates the main support and that is bolted to the car. And if you take the time to do it right all of the panels should fit snug just on their own with pressure. The double stick tape holds them on there surprisingly well and the duct tape prevents the panels from separating from each other under high pressure. I have done a couple of 100+mph runs (supervised by a professional driver on a closed course.....

) with zero signs of deflection or separation or anything else.

ChrisSlicks · 07-07-2011, 02:52 PM

Cool. I'm going to try this. Although I will probably bring it down to the sheet metal shop to get welded or borrow a welder and add a few tack welds to accent the duct tape

02-08-2014, 01:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1322	Headers are sold! -Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose \| FS Thread -Nismo 60mm wheel studs \| Still on car -Muteki open ended lug nuts \| Still on car -BC Forged HB29 19" Wheels w/tires \| Still on car -SEIBON NS Style CF side skirts partially painted Brilliant Silver \| Still on car -Stillen J-Hook Rotors \| Still on car __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form Last edited by M.Bonanni; 02-08-2014 at 06:43 PM.

02-11-2014, 04:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1322	Updated list! Some more stuff off the car and some more added to the list. Wheels should come off the car tomorrow or Thursday. Waiting on lug nuts. - Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose \| FS Thread - Nismo 60mm wheel studs \| Set of 20 \| $100 Shipped \| FS Thread - Muteki open ended lug nuts \| FS Thread - BC Forged HB29 19" Wheels w/tires \| FS Thread - Stillen J-Hook Rotors \| Est. 80% life left \| $200 Shipped (all 4) \| FS Thread - OEM Brake Rotors \| Rear Only \| $70 Shipped \| FS Thread - Hawk Performance HPS Brake Pads \| 60-70% life left \| $90 Shipped \| FS Thread - Continental Tires Extreme Contact DW Tires \| 285/35/18 \| 95% tread life left \| $200 + shipping for two (only have two) __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form Last edited by M.Bonanni; 02-13-2014 at 11:38 AM.

02-13-2014, 11:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1322	Wheels are finally up for sale! - Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose \| FS Thread - Nismo 60mm wheel studs \| Set of 20 \| $100 Shipped \| FS Thread - Muteki open ended lug nuts \| FS Thread - BC Forged HB29 19" Wheels w/tires \| FS Thread - OEM Brake Rotors \| Rear Only \| $70 Shipped \| FS Thread - Continental Tires Extreme Contact DW Tires \| 285/35/18 \| 95% tread life left \| $200 + shipping for two (only have two) __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form Last edited by M.Bonanni; 02-13-2014 at 02:16 PM.

02-16-2014, 01:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1322	Wheels sold! Got rid of the OEM rear rotors too. Just the two Conti tires, wheel studs, and vacuum canister left. - Summit Racing Vacuum Canister w/25' of brand new power brake hose \| FS Thread - Nismo 60mm wheel studs \| Set of 20 \| $100 Shipped \| FS Thread - Continental Tires Extreme Contact DW Tires \| 285/35/18 \| 95% tread life left \| $200 + shipping for two (only have two) __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form

02-27-2014, 11:22 AM	#5 (permalink)
M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1322	It is with this post that I bid farewell to my 370Z. She's been my daily driver for 5 years, but this weekend she will drive off in her new owner's hands. It's been a long and memorable ride. A huge thank you to everyone that's been a part of this car over the 5 years, including all of the awesome forum members on here! - BC Racing Suspension (first 370Z to prototype BR/ER coilovers) - SPL Parts (first 370Z to prototype rear camber arms) - Berk Technology (first 370Z to prototype HFC and cat-back exhaust) - Fast Intentions (first 370Z to prototype cat-back w/integrated HFC) - Mishimoto (first 370Z to prototype radiator hoses and thermostat) - Password:JDM (first 370Z to prototype underhood CF covers) - Jim Wolf Technology (first 370Z to prototype Pop Charger intakes & oil pan spacer) - Forgestar Wheels (used for test fitment & debut of Forgestar wheels) - GTSPEC (first 370Z to prototype chassis bracing) - NRG Innovations (first 370Z to prototype steering wheel hub) - BRIDE Seats/LOT USA (first US spec 370Z to test fit seat rails) - EVO-R (370Z used to debut rocker panel extentions, highwing and other parts) - Kognition Design (used to develop and test current wing design) - Challenge USA (first 370Z to prototype brake lines) - SEIBON Carbon - Prestige Marketing - NonStopTuning - COBB Tuning - UpRev - Specialty Z - AEM - Injen Technology - Odyssey Batteries - Carbotech Brakes - Hawk Performance - 702 Graphics - The Powdercoater (aka Mike) - AMSOIL - Whiteline - Carbonetic - OS Giken - Nitto Tires - Hankook Tires - Continental Tire - Modified Magazine (R.I.P) - MotoIQ.com - THMotorsports - Z1 Motorsports - AE Performance - Fontana Nissan And I am sure there are others I am forgetting. Redline Time Attack season 2009 Circa 2010 SEMA Show 2011 - BC Racing North America Booth (debut of the wheel line) Modified Magazine Tuner Shootout - 2012 Current Current __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form

02-27-2014, 12:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
Rusty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 70 Posts: 35,579 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684440	Sad to see it that way. But hey, stick around. We still have to pick your brains on some stuff. You ain't getting away that easy. M.Bonanni and SPOHN like this. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

02-27-2014, 09:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 47 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 223	Any lap timers for sale? __________________

07-07-2011, 06:16 AM	#9 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 655	17's don't clear the sport brakes, but will clear the base brakes. Enkei's are great wheels though and they do make 18's. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

07-07-2011, 12:15 PM	#12 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 655	Mike, what did you make the panels out of and how did you bend them and connect them? I have a fairly complete home mechanic setup but no metal working equipment. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

07-07-2011, 02:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 655	Cool. I'm going to try this. Although I will probably bring it down to the sheet metal shop to get welded or borrow a welder and add a few tack welds to accent the duct tape __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

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