Preparing to get into a 2012 370z Nismo...

VAUROS · 06-25-2012, 02:54 PM

Reason for selling GT-R: Get back to a proper manual and I didn't have the time to truly experience the GT-R's limits (i.e, take it to the track). I only had 2500 miles on the car and I bought it in Feb of this year. The Nismo Z is way more practical on the public roads and I will have way more fun tuning the car over time.

Now, back to the business at hand. The reason why I want to put on aftermarket springs on the Nismo Z is for a lower ride height. The fender wheel gap is too wide and I want a cleaner look.

So, do I have to get new struts if I go with aftermarket springs or can I get by with just a spring replacement?

Oh, one more thing, what's the best oil cooler for the Nismo Z? I've seen several brands but not sure which one is best.

Thanks!

shadoquad · 06-25-2012, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MistaVanquish

Reason for selling GT-R: Get back to a proper manual and I didn't have the time to truly experience the GT-R's limits (i.e, take it to the track). I only had 2500 miles on the car and I bought it in Feb of this year. The Nismo Z is way more practical on the public roads and I will have way more fun tuning the car over time.

Now, back to the business at hand. The reason why I want to put on aftermarket springs on the Nismo Z is for a lower ride height. The fender wheel gap is too wide and I want a cleaner look.

So, do I have to get new struts if I go with aftermarket springs or can I get by with just a spring replacement?

Oh, one more thing, what's the best oil cooler for the Nismo Z? I've seen several brands but not sure which one is best.

Thanks!

Most of them are pretty good. I have the 25-row Z1 cooler. Although, I think 2012's come stock with an oil cooler.

VAUROS · 06-25-2012, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

Most of them are pretty good. I have the 25-row Z1 cooler. Although, I think 2012's come stock with an oil cooler.

Really?! I was told that Nissan is never going to put an oil cooler in this generation of Z's.

shadoquad · 06-25-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MistaVanquish

Really?! I was told that Nissan is never going to put an oil cooler in this generation of Z's.

2012 Z Factory Oil Cooler - PIC AND PART NUMBERS INSIDE

VAUROS · 06-25-2012, 04:20 PM

Oh, cool. This will likely save me $700-1000 that I can put towards other mods.

Mt Tam I am · 06-25-2012, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MistaVanquish

Oh, cool. This will likely save me $700-1000 that I can put towards other mods.

I do not think you can track the car with this oil cooler but it will take you further certainally.

I nearly bought a GTR as well, then nearly a Nismo. The GTR only came in automatic and Nismo did not preform well enough for its ride and sacrifice. Except when the GTR's scream past me at the track, I am very satisfied.

Good luck

06-25-2012, 02:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
VAUROS Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA-MD Posts: 36 Drives: 2011 Nissan Maxima Rep Power: 14	Reason for selling GT-R: Get back to a proper manual and I didn't have the time to truly experience the GT-R's limits (i.e, take it to the track). I only had 2500 miles on the car and I bought it in Feb of this year. The Nismo Z is way more practical on the public roads and I will have way more fun tuning the car over time. Now, back to the business at hand. The reason why I want to put on aftermarket springs on the Nismo Z is for a lower ride height. The fender wheel gap is too wide and I want a cleaner look. So, do I have to get new struts if I go with aftermarket springs or can I get by with just a spring replacement? Oh, one more thing, what's the best oil cooler for the Nismo Z? I've seen several brands but not sure which one is best. Thanks! Last edited by VAUROS; 06-25-2012 at 03:12 PM.

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06-25-2012, 04:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
VAUROS Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA-MD Posts: 36 Drives: 2011 Nissan Maxima Rep Power: 14	Oh, cool. This will likely save me $700-1000 that I can put towards other mods.