Any Upgrades that don't break the bank

Arrvaxx · 09-10-2014, 03:30 PM

Consider this thread hijacked! Sorry OP!

Trying to help though...

Most of us start with catbacks but those aren't 'cheap'. You should get highflow cats as well but again... $.

Get a tune if you don't have a Nismo. That will get you 20hp but, you guessed it... $.

Stillen Gen 3-ish intakes add a little more hp.

For cornering get a set of Swift lowering springs. Fantastic value. I need coilovers but will miss mine I know.

You can also get front sways that will help.

The fact is that a Z is a pretty good all around sports car...and is a V6 on top of it.

To really make any movement you need a supercharger or better but more expensive...twin turbo. Supercharger for autocross and daily. Twins for drag racing and track. IMHO.

cigarclifford · 09-10-2014, 03:38 PM

Question of the afternoon. Are you a He or a She................

axmea? · 09-10-2014, 11:37 PM

Cheapest and most noticeable you say......

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occarclub · 09-10-2014, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Cheapest and most noticeable you say......

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NO PLASTIDIP FOR ME. My friend's G35 looks like a hunk of s*** after it being on his car for a year. Thanks for the advice though! hahahah

axmea? · 09-11-2014, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by occarclub

NO PLASTIDIP FOR ME. My friend's G35 looks like a hunk of s*** after it being on his car for a year. Thanks for the advice though! hahahah

Just messing with 'ya.

Nothing comes cheap when it comes to mods. Lots of great value mods but not cheap. The most enjoyable and noticeable mod among the many I did was an exhaust, suspension, and a tune.

occarclub · 09-11-2014, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Just messing with 'ya.

Nothing comes cheap when it comes to mods. Lots of great value mods but not cheap. The most enjoyable and noticeable mod among the many I did was an exhaust, suspension, and a tune.

Cars are my life so I might as well put my "lifes" earnings into mine

As a response to your "most enjoyable and noticable mods" I would probably end up getting
1) ARK for exhaust (Armytrix would be my dream)
2) Suspension wise, I would love to get Robispec'ed KW's but way to much money for little track use (Only about once a month at Adam's Motorsport Grip Nights). I'll probably end up getting getting Swift or Eibach.
3) Dumb question alert: Where would I get a tune in OC?
What is your advise as to what I have stated so far?
PS. I'm sorry for asking so many questions and typing so much much. I am still a forum "noobie" and I'm still getting used to the flow.

Thank you so much!

axmea? · 09-11-2014, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by occarclub

Cars are my life so I might as well put my "lifes" earnings into mine

As a response to your "most enjoyable and noticable mods" I would probably end up getting
1) ARK for exhaust (Armytrix would be my dream)
2) Suspension wise, I would love to get Robispec'ed KW's but way to much money for little track use (Only about once a month at Adam's Motorsport Grip Nights). I'll probably end up getting getting Swift or Eibach.
3) Dumb question alert: Where would I get a tune in OC?
What is your advise as to what I have stated so far?
PS. I'm sorry for asking so many questions and typing so much much. I am still a forum "noobie" and I'm still getting used to the flow.

Thank you so much!

Go past OC into NorthWest LA out in Northridge/Reseda --- SpecialtyZ.
My advice for exhaust is to meet with other forum members to feel and listen. Not familiar with the KW's you mentioned but have gotten feedback from a lot of guys that swifts should be enough for what you want to do.

occarclub · 09-11-2014, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Go past OC into NorthWest LA out in Northridge/Reseda --- SpecialtyZ.
My advice for exhaust is to meet with other forum members to feel and listen. Not familiar with the KW's you mentioned but have gotten feedback from a lot of guys that swifts should be enough for what you want to do.

Sweet! Thanks man!

occarclub · 09-11-2014, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Arrvaxx

Consider this thread hijacked! Sorry OP!

Trying to help though...

Most of us start with catbacks but those aren't 'cheap'. You should get highflow cats as well but again... $.

Get a tune if you don't have a Nismo. That will get you 20hp but, you guessed it... $.

Stillen Gen 3-ish intakes add a little more hp.

For cornering get a set of Swift lowering springs. Fantastic value. I need coilovers but will miss mine I know.

You can also get front sways that will help.

The fact is that a Z is a pretty good all around sports car...and is a V6 on top of it.

To really make any movement you need a supercharger or better but more expensive...twin turbo. Supercharger for autocross and daily. Twins for drag racing and track. IMHO.

I'm very appreciative of your detailed response! Thank you so much!

09-10-2014, 03:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
Arrvaxx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Whore Island, MN Posts: 1,243 Drives: 40th F.I. Twin Turbo Rep Power: 19	Consider this thread hijacked! Sorry OP! Trying to help though... Most of us start with catbacks but those aren't 'cheap'. You should get highflow cats as well but again... $. Get a tune if you don't have a Nismo. That will get you 20hp but, you guessed it... $. Stillen Gen 3-ish intakes add a little more hp. For cornering get a set of Swift lowering springs. Fantastic value. I need coilovers but will miss mine I know. You can also get front sways that will help. The fact is that a Z is a pretty good all around sports car...and is a V6 on top of it. To really make any movement you need a supercharger or better but more expensive...twin turbo. Supercharger for autocross and daily. Twins for drag racing and track. IMHO. onzedge likes this. __________________ 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary (#480 born 1/19/2010) Fast Intentions Twin Turbo \| Varis Arising II \| Limited Edition Recaro Sportster \| Tuned by Specialty Z \| 604hp 525 torque @14lbs boost on 100 octane Last edited by Arrvaxx; 09-10-2014 at 03:34 PM.

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