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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 11:31 PM
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are exhaust, intake, an headers basic mods? or anyone kno the 3 basic mods for a good Z?? the best in class mods..?
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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by whoaishjustin
are exhaust, intake, an headers basic mods? or anyone kno the 3 basic mods for a good Z?? the best in class mods..?
JWT popcharger, simple, inexpensive, some gains, most important lots of fun!
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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 11:33 PM
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if it were me exhaust first.....like the Invidia g200 True dual I have for sale for $800 brand new in the box
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 12:31 AM
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Why not get the 350Z first. Then we can work on spending your money?
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 01:55 AM
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Why not get the 350Z first. Then we can work on spending your money?
i agree. get the Z first... then we'll talk...
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 06:34 AM
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JWT Popcharger, plenum spacer?, then maybe exhaust system. that would be my first choice.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 07:12 AM
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READ: ~~> https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-nissan-350z/172411-everything-install.html
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:18 AM
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Don't bother with NA mods, you will only be disappointed. Go for looks and then install a TT or ST kit when you get the cash. Take it from someone whos been there/done that.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:24 AM
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Don't bother with NA mods, you will only be disappointed. Go for looks and then install a TT or ST kit when you get the cash. Take it from someone whos been there/done that.
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I totally agree, i went that route and i really didnt feel like i got my moneys worth on any part, engine wise, until i got my ST kit...Thats the only mod that you can actually feel the difference that the $4000+ that disappeared from your bank made....lol
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by taurran
Don't bother with NA mods, you will only be disappointed.
I disagree. I'm very happy with my N/A mods. While I do plan on getting a S/C, I feel these mods will keep me happy till i have the money to S/C. I do plan on getting some braking & suspenion mods next. This way I'll be ready for when I do S/C.

But I still agree and stand behind everything I said/posted in my "Everything Installed" thread.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Robert_K
I disagree. I'm very happy with my N/A mods. While I do plan on getting a S/C, I feel these mods will keep me happy till i have the money to S/C. I do plan on getting some braking & suspenion mods next. This way I'll be ready for when I do S/C.

But I still agree and stand behind everything I said/posted in my "Everything Installed" thread.
Well, the difference between your statement and mine and taurran's, is that me and taurran have already gone through the NA stage along with a bunch of others, and are now in the FI stage. And to us, or me at least, from already having both, can say that saving for FI is gonna be way more gratifying.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by iknowitsfast
JWT Popcharger, plenum spacer?, then maybe exhaust system. that would be my first choice.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by jdm3fiddyZ
Well, the difference between your statement and mine and taurran's, is that me and taurran have already gone through the NA stage along with a bunch of others, and are now in the FI stage. And to us, or me at least, from already having both, can say that saving for FI is gonna be way more gratifying.
I understand that and agree with that F/I would be more gratifying. But if you think about out of those four mods I'll lose the Pulley & PopCharger (Which I've heard the PopCharger could be reused/saved.) So maybe a lost of $350. Guess if you really want to save the $350 you could. All comes down "too each, their own." I also am aimg for those that plan on doing minimal mods and staying N/A. Also I don't think many dealerships will viod warranty for these four mods vs F/I. Both are great depending on your wants/needs.
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Originally Posted by Robert_K
I understand that and agree with that F/I would be more gratifying. But if you think about out of those four mods I'll lose the Pulley & PopCharger (Which I've heard the PopCharger could be reused/saved.) So maybe a lost of $350. Guess if you really want to save the $350 you could. All comes down "too each, their own." I also am aimg for those that plan on doing minimal mods and staying N/A. Also I don't think many dealerships will viod warranty for these four mods vs F/I. Both are great depending on your wants/needs.
Well i guess if for what your looking for is minimal then yeah i can relate. But if you plan on doing more, like FI, then what i said was cool.
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Old Feb 19, 2006 | 10:06 AM
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I say go for LOOKS first! Get you some nice VOLK or Racing Hart rims in a 19x9.5 19x10.5 setup, you will not be disappointed. Also, you may want to consider a body kit and wing to enhance the look. Get your car lloking good first, then work on the speed.
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Originally Posted by "Z"orilla
I say go for LOOKS first! Get you some nice VOLK or Racing Hart rims in a 19x9.5 19x10.5 setup, you will not be disappointed. Also, you may want to consider a body kit and wing to enhance the look. Get your car lloking good first, then work on the speed.
Or get the car fast so you can pass those cars that "look" fast. LOL
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Old Feb 21, 2006 | 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Robert_K
Or get the car fast so you can pass those cars that "look" fast. LOL
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I got a thousand I am ready to throw down on some bolt ons and an alarm. I'm thinking a plenum and exhaust. I already have the pop charger. Ill work on looks when I stop struggling against other stock cars in the same HP range.

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Old Feb 21, 2006 | 05:44 AM
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It took exactly 8 hours and 30 minutes for a forced-induction owner to say don't waste your money. Go forced-induction. Man you guys are getting terribly slow.

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Old Feb 21, 2006 | 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Ed 718
if it were me exhaust first.....like the Invidia g200 True dual I have for sale for $800 brand new in the box
hmmmm good salesman
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