Tuning & Modifications

RAM82 · 02-12-2013, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by edub370

what kinda parts u looking for? basic bolt on stuff or like forced induction or what?

To be honest I have about 20k to start with and I'm currently interested in doing complete exhaust work (headers, highflow cats and catback), break upgrades (rotors, pads and lines), cooling components if available (ie high flow rad, oil cooler, break coolers) flywheel, clutch, shifter, driveshaft and some suspension (swaybars, control arms, shocks, springs etc). If funds allow either a turbo or a blower setup but I have a funny feeling I'll have to hold off until the following summer because most of the installs will be done by a speed shop.

In the past this tends to run my bill up rather quick (example my 2006 Mustang with roughly 26k in parts cost me a little over 9k just for the installs). Ideally in the end if I can have my 370 putting down at least 400 RWHP (either N/A build or F/I build) I would be satisfied. I haven't looked yet but another member said parts are pricey, so hopefully I can get as much as possible done with the funds I have available to start this project.

I started this thread because this will be my own little reference point. Like I said I've been in the Mustang world for a while now and know very little about imports, specific builds and aftermarket part vendors. Essentially all responses on this thread will help me build my project and I appreciate any info.

Cheers!

SS_Firehawk · 02-12-2013, 03:38 PM

I've used Z1 performance, Corner3garage, b2autodesign, GTM, and a few others. Not everyone has everything, so you might have to develop a few go to spots to get what you want/need

SS_Firehawk · 02-12-2013, 04:55 PM

No need for driveshaft, it's already carbon. HFC's and Long tubes can only be done with Fast Intentions or Motordyne's exhaust systems. Or you can buy a mid pipe back of anything and just buy a Motordyne Y pipe and HFC. Both excellent companies. Most who run long tubes, don't use a cat.

If you are trying to reach 400whp, I say go for a GTM supercharger kit and breather mods. Don't worry about the headers. The car has a decent set of equal length shorties anyways. Get an oil cooler asap, 25 row minimum. Replace the brake lines and pads, get some good fluid for your brakes. If you are trying to buy all that, expect to pay over $20k regardless of who you buy from, we have to pay the Z tax.

RAM82 · 02-12-2013, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

No need for driveshaft, it's already carbon. HFC's and Long tubes can only be done with Fast Intentions or Motordyne's exhaust systems. Or you can buy a mid pipe back of anything and just buy a Motordyne Y pipe and HFC. Both excellent companies. Most who run long tubes, don't use a cat.

If you are trying to reach 400whp, I say go for a GTM supercharger kit and breather mods. Don't worry about the headers. The car has a decent set of equal length shorties anyways. Get an oil cooler asap, 25 row minimum. Replace the brake lines and pads, get some good fluid for your brakes. If you are trying to buy all that, expect to pay over $20k regardless of who you buy from, we have to pay the Z tax.

I was unaware the driveshaft was carbon and that the exhaust manifold is a equal length shorty, good to know.

Thanks

RAM82 · 02-12-2013, 05:24 PM

I'm looking at this site with all Stillen made parts. Does anyone have any pos/neg feed to share? I'm only asking because its looks close to a one stop shop which I prefer instead of shopping from multiple vendors. Any thoughts on the SC as well?

http://www.stillen.com/

Chuck33079 · 02-12-2013, 04:57 PM

400+ whp is going to take boost of some type. 20k isn't a bad budget for a good FI build.

SS_Firehawk · 02-12-2013, 05:38 PM

Stillen isn't bad, but there are better products. Their CAI is pretty stellar on the other hand. Most agree that GTM has the better supercharger kit. Some however have had success with the Stillen unit. Again, I recommend reading all the feedback on the forum, there is a $hit ton of information and opinions.

blueranger · 02-12-2013, 11:02 PM

Welcome... Hey I came from a Porsche 996TT to my ZR and I really enjoy it. I will also go for the power in the near future. This is a great group of people that will give you great advise and or tell you to use the search button lol! I personally want to try the NA mods first CBE, HFC, CAI & Tune then after a while if I want more power go for the FI build!!

Chuck33079 · 02-13-2013, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by blueranger

I personally want to try the NA mods first CBE, HFC, CAI & Tune then after a while if I want more power go for the FI build!!

This isn't a bad plan, but you may be spending a lot of money on parts you have no use for if you go FI.

blueranger · 02-13-2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

This isn't a bad plan, but you may be spending a lot of money on parts you have no use for if you go FI.

Would it only be the CAI that you cant carry over and the CBE & Cats stay with the FI ? None the less I still want to explore the NA mods because all mods are fun

Chuck33079 · 02-14-2013, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by blueranger

Would it only be the CAI that you cant carry over and the CBE & Cats stay with the FI ? None the less I still want to explore the NA mods because all mods are fun

You would definitely be ditching the CAI. Cats would most likely go if you went with a turbo setup. The CBE you could keep if you get one that flows well enough to work with FI. A good 2.5" exhaust would be fine. If you're going to do a bunch of bolt-ons before you go FI, you may want to buy the CAI and cats used. Might save you some money since you'd be turning around and selling them later.

chrischhorn · 02-13-2013, 12:24 PM

Boosted performance turbo kit, FI Exhaust, tune. $13k give or take a grand or so. 5kish left over to go towards suspensions and brakes. More stopping power. Better handling. 500ish whp. Done.

RAM82 · 02-13-2013, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by chrischhorn

Boosted performance turbo kit, FI Exhaust, tune. $13k give or take a grand or so. 5kish left over to go towards suspensions and brakes. More stopping power. Better handling. 500ish whp. Done.

True enough. Maybe I'll start this build a little bit different than originally planned.

Vichtz · 02-13-2013, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RAM82

Hey everyone,

Well short story is I spun out my 2011 5.0 and it was declared a total loss vehicle so I took it as a opportunity to jump into a new 370Z. Loved these cars for some time now and I'm very excited about my new wheels. I have just one main question that I would appreciate help with.

How would one go about tuning these cars (parameters such as fuel, air and timing) once modifications are installed. For example with my 5.0 I installed a intake manifold, throttle body, cold air, long tube headers, high flow cats, performance mufflers and rear end gears. Once all this was installed all I had to do was plug in a SCT tuner to the ODBII port and load a custom email tune that was sent to me from my tuner and I was good to go

Is this similar for the 370's, are there tuners out there that send a tune based on your mods and you just plug a flash device into the port and load the new tables? If so what is the flash tool most commonly used?

I need some clarification on this as soon as possible please. I would also appreciate any recommended tuners and or suppliers for aftermarket parts. I also dont care if people feel that certain mods dont need tuning. I'm very picky and will tune no matter what mods are installed. Any help is greatly appreciated. I want to start my build ASAP but need some direction first.

Thanks

I came from an 06 stang GT and I gotta say youre gonna love the Z 10x better! However, your first post is almost the exact same as mine was when I made the switch, and I have unfortunately found that the Z world is not fortunate enough to have an americanmuscle.com style source that offers parts and free tunes for life on the good ol sct

Basically, after you finish all your breather mods (CAI,Exhaust,HFC, and manifold) then you have to take it in to a specialist tuner to get it done. and pay money for it! I know it sucks when SCT was so freakin easy and free. These Z guys dont know what theyre missin on that deal. At any rate, the Z is a different animal, much more refined. You will love it!

From what I have read: GTM is the way to go on forced induction, from super to turbo (twin superchargers looks sick), on the NA side though look to stillen/fast intentions/Z1 to get what you need.

Waitin to see your build!

UNKNOWN_370 · 02-14-2013, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Vichtz

I came from an 06 stang GT and I gotta say youre gonna love the Z 10x better! However, your first post is almost the exact same as mine was when I made the switch, and I have unfortunately found that the Z world is not fortunate enough to have an americanmuscle.com style source that offers parts and free tunes for life on the good ol sct

Basically, after you finish all your breather mods (CAI,Exhaust,HFC, and manifold) then you have to take it in to a specialist tuner to get it done. and pay money for it! I know it sucks when SCT was so freakin easy and free. These Z guys dont know what theyre missin on that deal. At any rate, the Z is a different animal, much more refined. You will love it!

From what I have read: GTM is the way to go on forced induction, from super to turbo (twin superchargers looks sick), on the NA side though look to stillen/fast intentions/Z1 to get what you need.

Waitin to see your build!

Fast Intentions has a turbo prototype right now that seems like a fluid build that's coming out with strong preliminary numbers. Based on F.I.'s history and reputation on here. I wouldn't jump any guns on buying turbo's till you get to see this upcoming TT for our cars.

http://www.the370z.com/forced-induct...r-pics-28.html

02-12-2013, 03:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	I've used Z1 performance, Corner3garage, b2autodesign, GTM, and a few others. Not everyone has everything, so you might have to develop a few go to spots to get what you want/need __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

02-12-2013, 04:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	No need for driveshaft, it's already carbon. HFC's and Long tubes can only be done with Fast Intentions or Motordyne's exhaust systems. Or you can buy a mid pipe back of anything and just buy a Motordyne Y pipe and HFC. Both excellent companies. Most who run long tubes, don't use a cat. If you are trying to reach 400whp, I say go for a GTM supercharger kit and breather mods. Don't worry about the headers. The car has a decent set of equal length shorties anyways. Get an oil cooler asap, 25 row minimum. Replace the brake lines and pads, get some good fluid for your brakes. If you are trying to buy all that, expect to pay over $20k regardless of who you buy from, we have to pay the Z tax. Chuck33079 likes this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

02-12-2013, 05:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
RAM82 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 9 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 13	I'm looking at this site with all Stillen made parts. Does anyone have any pos/neg feed to share? I'm only asking because its looks close to a one stop shop which I prefer instead of shopping from multiple vendors. Any thoughts on the SC as well? http://www.stillen.com/ Last edited by RAM82; 02-12-2013 at 05:26 PM.

02-12-2013, 04:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	400+ whp is going to take boost of some type. 20k isn't a bad budget for a good FI build. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

02-12-2013, 05:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	Stillen isn't bad, but there are better products. Their CAI is pretty stellar on the other hand. Most agree that GTM has the better supercharger kit. Some however have had success with the Stillen unit. Again, I recommend reading all the feedback on the forum, there is a $hit ton of information and opinions. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

02-12-2013, 11:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
blueranger Track Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 577 Drives: 2010 Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 307	Welcome... Hey I came from a Porsche 996TT to my ZR and I really enjoy it. I will also go for the power in the near future. This is a great group of people that will give you great advise and or tell you to use the search button lol! I personally want to try the NA mods first CBE, HFC, CAI & Tune then after a while if I want more power go for the FI build!!

02-13-2013, 12:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
chrischhorn A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Mililani, HI Posts: 1,566 Drives: 2014 Juke Nismo RS Rep Power: 17	Boosted performance turbo kit, FI Exhaust, tune. $13k give or take a grand or so. 5kish left over to go towards suspensions and brakes. More stopping power. Better handling. 500ish whp. Done. __________________ R.I.P. 8/01/13 1SlowZ One day I'll have another....

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