Stock or Modded???

JungleZ · 10-15-2012, 08:08 PM

modding is something eventually you cant really deny. These are mods i feel like are essential for the Z. Oil cooler of course if you dont have one already

#1 Sound System-worst in the business
#2 ClearBra. Paint worst in the business
#4 Exhaust- Stock Note is borderline embarrassing for a sports car, quieter than a 350z..

Tires is up to you, a nice set of aftermarket tires really bring the car to life.

shadoquad · 10-15-2012, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ

modding is something eventually you cant really deny. These are mods i feel like are essential for the Z. Oil cooler of course if you dont have one already

#1 Sound System-worst in the business
#2 ClearBra. Paint worst in the business
#4 Exhaust- Stock Note is borderline embarrassing for a sports car, quieter than a 350z..

Tires is up to you, a nice set of aftermarket tires really bring the car to life.

I haven't upgraded my sound system, but I agree, it's pretty awful.
I did also get clearbra, and I'm glad I did.
I have toyed with the idea of an aftermarket exhaust, but I kinda like being quiet and stealthy.

speedlover · 10-15-2012, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

I haven't upgraded my sound system, but I agree, it's pretty awful.
I did also get clearbra, and I'm glad I did.
I have toyed with the idea of an aftermarket exhaust, but I kinda like being quiet and stealthy.

I don't mind the sound system, it isn't great but i can live with it.
My Z didn't have the clear bra when I bought it (i bought it used), any ideas of where I can go to get this done? Or should I just head to the dealer?
It's too quiet for my taste, I don't want to mod it. Unless I can make it sound like the g35 coupe, then I would mod it in an instant

shadoquad · 10-15-2012, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by speedlover

I don't mind the sound system, it isn't great but i can live with it.
My Z didn't have the clear bra when I bought it (i bought it used), any ideas of where I can go to get this done? Or should I just head to the dealer?
It's too quiet for my taste, I don't want to mod it. Unless I can make it sound like the g35 coupe, then I would mod it in an instant

There are shops that will do it. I'd ask ppl from my area for who's best.

w0rM · 10-15-2012, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by speedlover

It's too quiet for my taste, I don't want to mod it. Unless I can make it sound like the g35 coupe, then I would mod it in an instant

Maybe you just haven't heard the right exhaust yet. Check out my stock to Fast Intentions exhaust comparison.

370z Fast Intentions Exhaust w/ 12" Resonators vs. Stock Exhaust - YouTube

speedlover · 10-15-2012, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by w0rM

Maybe you just haven't heard the right exhaust yet. Check out my stock to Fast Intentions exhaust comparison.

370z Fast Intentions Exhaust w/ 12" Resonators vs. Stock Exhaust - YouTube

Damn! That sounds sexy, how much did that set you back?

nmjaxx9 · 10-15-2012, 09:23 PM

mod it, the mod bug will hit you if havent got it you arent doing it right.

w0rM · 10-16-2012, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by speedlover

Damn! That sounds sexy, how much did that set you back?

I picked it up used for $950 shipped. You can find them used here in the forums all the time. They're very well made. Fast Intentions is the best of the best when it comes to exhaust options for the 370.

A new one is gonna set you back a lot more. They start at about $1100 plus shipping. It's worth every penny though.

forza370z · 10-15-2012, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by speedlover

I don't mind the sound system, it isn't great but i can live with it.
My Z didn't have the clear bra when I bought it (i bought it used), any ideas of where I can go to get this done? Or should I just head to the dealer?
It's too quiet for my taste, I don't want to mod it. Unless I can make it sound like the g35 coupe, then I would mod it in an instant

I can't agree with you more on the stock g35 coupe exhaust note! Even after I sawpped back the stock exhaust with the Fast Intentions carbon fiber CBE on my g35 I never looked back(Although I do love the FI exhaust too).

1st · 10-15-2012, 11:46 PM

FI is so sick the look the sound well worth the money.

UNKNOWN_370 · 10-16-2012, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ

modding is something eventually you cant really deny. These are mods i feel like are essential for the Z. Oil cooler of course if you dont have one already

#1 Sound System-worst in the business
#2 ClearBra. Paint worst in the business
#4 Exhaust- Stock Note is borderline embarrassing for a sports car, quieter than a 350z..

Tires is up to you, a nice set of aftermarket tires really bring the car to life.

#2 is dependent on car. My 09 paint sucked. My 11 is chip proof thus far. Just mild scratches in the clear on the front bumper. I fix that with scratch 2.0. I've driven over 130mph in my car as well.

NewtoZ's5 · 10-16-2012, 06:03 PM

It is hard for me not to mod any vehicle. Every time I get a new one I say that I am not, but a few months down the road the bug bites

nmjaxx9 · 10-16-2012, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by NewtoZ's5

It is hard for me not to mod any vehicle. Every time I get a new one I say that I am not, but a few months down the road the bug bites

I wonder if there is anyone here who has a complete stock Z and has kept it like that for more than 2-3 years like that. I bet there are.

Tazicon · 10-16-2012, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

#2 is dependent on car. My 09 paint sucked. My 11 is chip proof thus far. Just mild scratches in the clear on the front bumper. I fix that with scratch 2.0. I've driven over 130mph in my car as well.

Mine is a 2011...............my paint sucks..............

nmjaxx9 · 10-16-2012, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Tazicon

Mine is a 2011...............my paint sucks..............

Guess every car is diff, mines a 2011 and mine is finee.

View Poll Results: To mod or not to mod, that is the question...
Hell Yeah, I live to mod my car!	65	90.28%
No Way, my Z is perfect as is	4	5.56%
Haven't decided yet...	3	4.17%
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10-15-2012, 08:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
JungleZ Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: orange county,ca Posts: 652 Drives: leased base z... Rep Power: 0	modding is something eventually you cant really deny. These are mods i feel like are essential for the Z. Oil cooler of course if you dont have one already #1 Sound System-worst in the business #2 ClearBra. Paint worst in the business #4 Exhaust- Stock Note is borderline embarrassing for a sports car, quieter than a 350z.. Tires is up to you, a nice set of aftermarket tires really bring the car to life.

10-15-2012, 09:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 27	mod it, the mod bug will hit you if havent got it you arent doing it right.

10-15-2012, 11:46 PM	#10 (permalink)
1st A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: I 80 Biz U.S. 50 Posts: 1,710 Drives: Platinum Z Rep Power: 1617	FI is so sick the look the sound well worth the money.