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Old 11-04-2014, 08:29 PM
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With that being said...my destructive daughter is being put into daycare this or next month!

Dads know what that means...more time to ourselves lol especially on week days.

My main goals for the car:

Install OEM wing and plan a solid replacement/upgrade
Install rear diffuser
Install 3" intake pipes to complement the porting I did

I have a few more things to do that's realistic for one year but not worth mentioning
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Solid wing replacement/upgrade? I may be able to help you there...
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Originally Posted by KingBaby
Don't hold your breath on that one...he's spent a lot of money! Money brings that type of interest, and validates your commitment to something. I'm sure if you are resilient enough about the next Z, you'll be showered with special treatment!

I hope he's happy with it after entering an idea that progressive (GTR) I doubt anyone could be content. The GTR is an amazing supercar IMHO and what they've done since debut is remarkable. It just gets better and Mr. Kazutoshi Mizuno hopefully left that urge to do outdo the previous model with the next!

I'm just over here tryna build a true Nismo Z...
That's true. Well to be honest with you man, it's hard to tell where the next Z will be. Not enough information yet. That 15 Nismo was a disappointment. Even Matt thought so as well. He misses his 07 Nismo alot. I'm sure he's happy with the car. I mean to have Nissan build you the first one for the U.S. market, that's history right there. I did an interview with him on what he thought about the R35 platform and how long it has left. I'll post it when my editor finalizes it. I'm right there with you.

As for our cars, I'm in the same boat. I think with it sitting here is making me mod it more. I thought at this point it would be done, but I was wrong. lol There is still alot I want to do with the car. Of course most of these mods is solely for the future Znationals track days and Zdayz event when I move back to Atlanta. I'm surprised how I've gotten different opportunities here than I would have if I was back in Atlanta. For instance, I've mentioned PPE is 30 minutes away from me. Overall, I think Nissan has just scratched the surface when they produced our cars years back. I think there is still more to be discovered and more parts to be developed. Look at the R34, that car still has new parts coming out. If you check out Speedhunters, Do Luck has made a new ignition system for the car. There are very few shops/companies here in the U.S. who I think still want to further progress the platform.

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Originally Posted by KingBaby
I hope he's happy with it after entering an idea that progressive (GTR) I doubt anyone could be content. The GTR is an amazing supercar IMHO and what they've done since debut is remarkable. It just gets better and Mr. Kazutoshi Mizuno hopefully left that urge to do outdo the previous model with the next!


Idk, my problem is their attempt to reach a more "luxurious" style of performance. The new GTRs , unless track addition, are receiving lower spring rates, more sound deadening material and higher overall curb weights. It's def hurt the performance side of things, especially on the head-to-head battles the auto media has put together.

The Nismo GTR while amazing, I just dont think it's worth the price tag. I'd much rather go for a used Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640 or something of the like
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Originally Posted by blue350zed
Solid wing replacement/upgrade? I may be able to help you there...
Your current or new wing ??

Originally Posted by trustr888
I think there is still more to be discovered and more parts to be developed. Look at the R34, that car still has new parts coming out. If you check out Speedhunters, Do Luck has made a new ignition system for the car. There are very few shops/companies here in the U.S. who I think still want to further progress the platform.
Yea the Z34 makes me cry at night, and what I meant is if you inquired about the next gen Z as much as he did for the next GTR you'll receive the same treatment! Especially after being a previous Nismo Z33 owner.

No doubt the JDM market is going to bring us the goodies...it's still pretty expensive for a Z33 over there, the USDM market is pretty much done. Lots of potential in the Nismo Z33 and Z33 in general. I mean so much more over
the S chassis it's not even funny when the JDM garages start to really play with the z33

Is his GT-R numbered?

Originally Posted by Nismo350z#0310
The Nismo GTR while amazing, I just dont think it's worth the price tag. I'd much rather go for a used Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640 or something of the like
Agreed...Glad I'm not the only one noticing Nissan relabeling, dividing and soften up their models to suite various audiences to appeal to more commercial buyers and not enthusiasts!

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Originally Posted by Nismo350z#0310
Idk, my problem is their attempt to reach a more "luxurious" style of performance. The new GTRs , unless track addition, are receiving lower spring rates, more sound deadening material and higher overall curb weights. It's def hurt the performance side of things, especially on the head-to-head battles the auto media has put together.

The Nismo GTR while amazing, I just dont think it's worth the price tag. I'd much rather go for a used Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640 or something of the like
You might say that, but he didn't pay MSRP for that at all. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I would have done the same thing. The car is totally different than you might think. The turbos for instance are straight off the GT3 race car same goes for the carbon fiber body parts. That is just an appetizer. As for the Lambo, think about the 20-30k dollar clutch for the LP. Clutches in those needs to be changed as early as 20k-30k miles. There are less Nismos being produced, which I think will make it that much rarer than an LP. Atleast I know the Nismo would start every time, not so much the LP.
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Originally Posted by trustr888
The car is totally different than you might think. The turbos for instance are straight off the GT3 race car same goes for the carbon fiber body parts.


This. You just made my peen stand to attention in 3 seconds flat.
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Originally Posted by KingBaby
Your current or new wing ??



Yea the Z34 makes me cry at night, and what I meant is if you inquired about the next gen Z as much as he did for the next GTR you'll receive the same treatment! Especially after being a previous Nismo Z33 owner.

No doubt the JDM market is going to bring us the goodies...it's still pretty expensive for a Z33 over there, the USDM market is pretty much done. Lots of potential in the Nismo Z33 and Z33 in general. I mean so much more over
the S chassis it's not even funny when the JDM garages start to really play with the z33

*I think we're starting to scratch the surface with the HR. CJM is producing another intake manifold for our cars I believe. Unfortunately, there are only a few still playing around with our chassis. Revolfe in Japan is one of them.

Is his GT-R numbered?

*Yes it is. Plaque and everything like our cars.


Agreed...Glad I'm not the only one noticing Nissan relabeling, dividing and soften up their models to suite various audiences to appeal to more commercial buyers and not enthusiasts!

Right, well it is a business in the end. They need to step up their game in the power department. They are more than capable in doing that. In addition, they need to realize that not everyone can afford an R35 so the Z would be the ideal choice. Even Matt with the Nismo told me it wasn't worth the money in what they did on the new one.
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Originally Posted by trustr888
You might say that, but he didn't pay MSRP for that at all.

also plz xplain this in actual $$$ amounts


lol
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Originally Posted by Nismo350z#0310
This. You just made my peen stand to attention in 3 seconds flat.
Right… lol Don't even get me started with the hand made titanium exhaust that he has on the car. Fins like a shark. Welds are beautiful and directs air towards that carbon diffuser in the rear.

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Originally Posted by Nismo350z#0310
also plz xplain this in actual $$$ amounts


lol
Not that $150k price tag….
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Originally Posted by trustr888
Right… lol Don't even get me started with the hand made titanium exhaust that he has on the car. Fins like a shark. Welds are beautiful and directs air towards that carbon diffuser in the rear.




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Default TOP SECRET VQ32 SKYLINE GT-r / Yukihito Kobayashi's R33

Two of the baddest...

SECRET VQ32 SKYLINE GT-r

http://www.speedhunters.com/2012/03/..._skyline_gt_r/

Yukihito Kobayashi's R33

http://www.superstreetonline.com/fea...line-gt-r-r33/

Will save pics to site later...
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Originally Posted by KingBaby
Two of the baddest...

SECRET VQ32 SKYLINE GT-r

http://www.speedhunters.com/2012/03/..._skyline_gt_r/

Yukihito Kobayashi's R33

http://www.superstreetonline.com/fea...line-gt-r-r33/

Will save pics to site later...
I love the second one....specially the titanium X bars on the door and the very clean interior!!! One of my favourite projects.
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Originally Posted by KingBaby
Two of the baddest...

SECRET VQ32 SKYLINE GT-r

http://www.speedhunters.com/2012/03/..._skyline_gt_r/

Yukihito Kobayashi's R33

http://www.superstreetonline.com/fea...line-gt-r-r33/

Will save pics to site later...
Yup. You don't see too many people doing what Smokey. Definitely some good reads.
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Just went through 50 pages of blissful modding! Loved it.
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Originally Posted by nizmo_0385
Just went through 50 pages of blissful modding! Loved it.
thanks...

Just tryna build a cool car...

EDIT:
didn't want to bump this garbage

Originally Posted by vampire
"I got bit on purpose, so I can live forever and see future cars"

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Originally Posted by KingBaby
thanks...

Just tryna build a cool car...
It's always been cool man.
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...well I've been home for two weeks already ! Time flies when you're due to go back on deployment next year !

Yes, another deployment in a years time!

That means only one thing !

Mod faster !

Brought a few things in preparation for the time I want to do!
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Recently move my family closer to my new base , which actually is on base this time slightly smaller but still have a garage. I'll post more pics as it comes together but it's set to be a better garage all around.

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Here is the car as it stands, fired right up! Had to air up the tires and get a new battery but other than that it's just as I left it!
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Welcome back KingBaby. I was just on Oahu this past weekend and I'm always on the lookout for Nismos. I didn't see any unfortunately, but did get to see a GT3 and a couple GT-R's driving around. I know it's common for the Oahu folk, but us neighbor islanders don't see crap! Also went to the new K1 Speed Indoor Kart Racing out Kapolei side. Good times.

Getting a larger air compressor like yours is something I've been looking at for some time now. Good for home and car improvements.

Keep us posted on this year's mods!


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