Just got my 370Z Roadster this weekend. Need some advice.

Joebarchuck · 08-09-2010, 04:51 PM

UPDATE: JULY 2011:

Custom 370Z Progress:

Instead of starting a new thread I thought I would use the first one I created when I got the car.

Here are some pics of my recent mods on the car:

Painted Headlights Flat Black and Color Matched Red: Done by 180 Customs

370Z Custom Painted Headlights

Painted Door Handles Inside and Out: Done by Carlos at Johns Customs in Chatsworth, CA

370Z Painted Door Handles

Carbon Fiber Door Inserts: Done by Carbon Fiber Element. (Yes the silver locket will be painted.)

370Z Custom Door Handles

Other Painted Stuff inside the Car (I am covering the tops with leather, they will be back on soon.):

370Z Custom Triple Meter

Planned Modification:

- More Carbon Fiber but this time I am doing it myself. I started doing the part that holds the windows knobs.
- Piano Black paint for everything that is around the radio button and GPS.
- More Red matched paint on silver stuff inside the car and the silver inserts on the cover of the roll bars.
- Custom Upholstery.

I will update once I have all of this done.

Thanks to Alex at 180 Customs, to Carbon Fiber Elements and Carlos at Johns Customs for their great work.

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I had started this thread just a few days after getting my 2010 370Z Roadster.

I thank everyone here for being friendly and helpful. This site has helped me a lot in my choices.

Below is the OLDER part of the thread started in August 2010:

The car:

Stillen G3 Intake: Definitely feels the car breathes better. Worth it!

Stillen Exhaust: The sound is amazing for the car... Changes the whole driving experience especially with the rev matching option.

zZSoCalZz · 08-09-2010, 05:14 PM

Congrats on the purchase!

Stillen g3 intake and Berk CBE IMO.

Joebarchuck · 08-09-2010, 05:29 PM

Thanks.

Does it void warranty to get either two?

zZSoCalZz · 08-09-2010, 05:39 PM

Not 100% sure but I don't think they do.

zZSoCalZz · 08-09-2010, 05:40 PM

I think I read on this forum that if the CAI or CBE leads to a failure it does void warranty but if they DO NOT directly cause a failure having them does not void warranty.

Joebarchuck · 08-09-2010, 05:48 PM

Did you notice a difference in between stock and the Stillen G3 intake? I mean in terms of acceleration and sound?

zZSoCalZz · 08-09-2010, 06:24 PM

Sound kicks in at around 4k RPM and thats when it kicks so acceleration after 4k RPM is noticeable.

craniac24 · 08-09-2010, 11:00 PM

Whatever springs you buy will have the same lowering effect on the roadster as it would with the coupe. I have the Eibachs and I think they're perfect. Many people on here including myself will also suggest you get wheel spacers. I have 15mm on the front and 20mm on the rear. Here are some pics of my setup

My PG roadster with springs and spacers

I also have the Stillen Intake and Exhaust and I love the combo!

Good luck and congrats!

vividracing · 08-10-2010, 12:05 AM

congrats on the roadster and welcome to the forum.

Aftermarket parts doesn't void warranty unless they prove that the specific part is the cause for the problem. Just avoid the headaches and find a mod friendly dealership or make sure you are friendly to the service manager

fullmonty · 08-10-2010, 07:44 AM

Congrats and welcome!

BeachZTT · 08-10-2010, 10:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by craniac24

Whatever springs you buy will have the same lowering effect on the roadster as it would with the coupe. I have the Eibachs and I think they're perfect. Many people on here including myself will also suggest you get wheel spacers. I have 15mm on the front and 20mm on the rear. Here are some pics of my setup

My PG roadster with springs and spacers

I also have the Stillen Intake and Exhaust and I love the combo!

Good luck and congrats!

Looks great! Thanks for posting your drop/spacer setup pics. That is what I plan to do. Kinda waiting for the Swift springs but we will see. Probably going to do a Gen3 and FI exhaust.

Joebarchuck · 08-10-2010, 10:47 AM

Thank you for all your advice. Craniac, I think your mod looks great.

Do you feel more power and torque, much better sound with the Stillen exhaust/Intake combination?

I just would hate spending the money for no reason, I really want it to add sound and power.

Again thank you for all the comments.

craniac24 · 08-10-2010, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joebarchuck

Thank you for all your advice. Craniac, I think your mod looks great.

Do you feel more power and torque, much better sound with the Stillen exhaust/Intake combination?

I just would hate spending the money for no reason, I really want it to add sound and power.

Again thank you for all the comments.

Thanks!

The Stillen combo definitely pulls harder than stock, and the sound is outstanding. It's much louder than stock, yet still tasteful, and the car just breathes so much better. From idle to around 5k RPM, the exhaust growls nicely, then after that the amazing sound of the intake kicks in...it's addicting! Well worth the cost, in my opinion.

Joebarchuck · 08-10-2010, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by craniac24

Thanks!

The Stillen combo definitely pulls harder than stock, and the sound is outstanding. It's much louder than stock, yet still tasteful, and the car just breathes so much better. From idle to around 5k RPM, the exhaust growls nicely, then after that the amazing sound of the intake kicks in...it's addicting! Well worth the cost, in my opinion.

Great info. I am doing it next week. I live 40 miles from Stillen's shop so it's easy for me to have it done by them. They ask for $99.00 per hour of labor which is more than my local shop but I am thinking it's worth it as they must know what they are doing.

Does stillen offer any warranty on their parts? I understand gen 3 air intake needs to be installed in the front bumper. How do I go about cleaning the intake filter every 15K?

Joebarchuck · 07-29-2011, 08:17 PM

I just updated this thread with new pics of my mods. Thanks to leave comments if you like it.

08-09-2010, 04:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
Joebarchuck Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 202 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	My 370Z Roadster UPDATE: JULY 2011: Custom 370Z Progress: Instead of starting a new thread I thought I would use the first one I created when I got the car. Here are some pics of my recent mods on the car: Painted Headlights Flat Black and Color Matched Red: Done by 180 Customs 370Z Custom Painted Headlights Painted Door Handles Inside and Out: Done by Carlos at Johns Customs in Chatsworth, CA 370Z Painted Door Handles Carbon Fiber Door Inserts: Done by Carbon Fiber Element. (Yes the silver locket will be painted.) 370Z Custom Door Handles Other Painted Stuff inside the Car (I am covering the tops with leather, they will be back on soon.): 370Z Custom Triple Meter Planned Modification: - More Carbon Fiber but this time I am doing it myself. I started doing the part that holds the windows knobs. - Piano Black paint for everything that is around the radio button and GPS. - More Red matched paint on silver stuff inside the car and the silver inserts on the cover of the roll bars. - Custom Upholstery. I will update once I have all of this done. Thanks to Alex at 180 Customs, to Carbon Fiber Elements and Carlos at Johns Customs for their great work. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I had started this thread just a few days after getting my 2010 370Z Roadster. I thank everyone here for being friendly and helpful. This site has helped me a lot in my choices. Below is the OLDER part of the thread started in August 2010: The car: Stillen G3 Intake: Definitely feels the car breathes better. Worth it! Stillen Exhaust: The sound is amazing for the car... Changes the whole driving experience especially with the rev matching option. __________________ Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods Last edited by Joebarchuck; 07-29-2011 at 08:22 PM.

08-09-2010, 05:14 PM	#2 (permalink)
zZSoCalZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 176 Drives: in traffic! Rep Power: 14	Congrats on the purchase! Stillen g3 intake and Berk CBE IMO. __________________ 2009 MB: Stillen G3 Intake // Customized illuminated kickplates frost blue Z //

08-09-2010, 05:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
Joebarchuck Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 202 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	Thanks. Does it void warranty to get either two? __________________ Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods

08-09-2010, 05:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
zZSoCalZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 176 Drives: in traffic! Rep Power: 14	Not 100% sure but I don't think they do. __________________ 2009 MB: Stillen G3 Intake // Customized illuminated kickplates frost blue Z //

08-09-2010, 05:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
zZSoCalZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 176 Drives: in traffic! Rep Power: 14	I think I read on this forum that if the CAI or CBE leads to a failure it does void warranty but if they DO NOT directly cause a failure having them does not void warranty. __________________ 2009 MB: Stillen G3 Intake // Customized illuminated kickplates frost blue Z //

08-09-2010, 05:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
Joebarchuck Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 202 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	Did you notice a difference in between stock and the Stillen G3 intake? I mean in terms of acceleration and sound? __________________ Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods

08-09-2010, 06:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
zZSoCalZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 176 Drives: in traffic! Rep Power: 14	Sound kicks in at around 4k RPM and thats when it kicks so acceleration after 4k RPM is noticeable. __________________ 2009 MB: Stillen G3 Intake // Customized illuminated kickplates frost blue Z //

08-09-2010, 11:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
craniac24 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ronkonkoma, NY Posts: 339 Drives: 2010 PG Roadster Rep Power: 402	Whatever springs you buy will have the same lowering effect on the roadster as it would with the coupe. I have the Eibachs and I think they're perfect. Many people on here including myself will also suggest you get wheel spacers. I have 15mm on the front and 20mm on the rear. Here are some pics of my setup My PG roadster with springs and spacers I also have the Stillen Intake and Exhaust and I love the combo! Good luck and congrats! __________________ 2010 6MT PG Roadster w/Sport & NAV. Stillen Exhaust, Stillen GIII Intake, Eibach Springs, H&R Spacers 15f/20r, SPC Rear Camber Kit. Thanks to Vinny Ten Racing!

08-10-2010, 12:05 AM	#9 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 37 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 38	congrats on the roadster and welcome to the forum. Aftermarket parts doesn't void warranty unless they prove that the specific part is the cause for the problem. Just avoid the headaches and find a mod friendly dealership or make sure you are friendly to the service manager __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

08-10-2010, 07:44 AM	#10 (permalink)
fullmonty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Dirty Jersey Posts: 7,762 Drives: 370 Touring/Sport Rep Power: 33	Congrats and welcome! __________________

08-10-2010, 10:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
Joebarchuck Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 202 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	Thank you for all your advice. Craniac, I think your mod looks great. Do you feel more power and torque, much better sound with the Stillen exhaust/Intake combination? I just would hate spending the money for no reason, I really want it to add sound and power. Again thank you for all the comments. __________________ Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods

07-29-2011, 08:17 PM	#15 (permalink)
Joebarchuck Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 202 Drives: 2010 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	I just updated this thread with new pics of my mods. Thanks to leave comments if you like it. __________________ Red 2010 370Z Roadster: Stillen G3, Stillen Exhaust, Up-Rev Tune (312 RWHP), Eibach Pro Springs, 20mm spacers front and back, Rear Camber Kit, Tinted Windows, GT-R Start Button, Interior Mods

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