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Old 11-16-2003, 09:28 AM
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so i've decided to convert the Z into an AWD, cost me about $30G(it's like buying an EVO8 or STI). it'll be in the shop for about 1-2 months. i wanted them to order the stuffs from Japan. the conversion uses the SKyline's AWD system since it's nearly compatible, just some minor changes/additions. according to the guy anyway... underbody would have to be slightly modified as well. he said that it'll be a little bit heavier now than before, but, with a 250-260 something horsepower at the wheels(rear for now!), 300-500 lbs(dont know the exact weight until we get the parts in) wouldnt make a different when it's an AWD. once i got the Stillen Supercharger in, i should have a hel! lot more HP and it's an AWD Z. and ill be the only one in town that have an AWD. kind of cool isnt it?!!??! im hoping to pull at least in 11 sec 1/4 mile run. the project havent started yet, not till probably next month and will be done around.... february '04 or sooner.
Old 11-16-2003, 09:39 AM
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good luck w/ the conversion!
Old 11-16-2003, 09:40 AM
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Did you say $30G as in thirty thousand dollars? Is that how much being the "only one in town" with an AWD Z is worth to you?

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Old 11-16-2003, 09:41 AM
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Originally posted by IMAZLPR
so i've decided to convert the Z into an AWD, cost me about $30G(it's like buying an EVO8 or STI). it'll be in the shop for about 1-2 months. i wanted them to order the stuffs from Japan. the conversion uses the SKyline's AWD system since it's nearly compatible, just some minor changes/additions. according to the guy anyway... underbody would have to be slightly modified as well. he said that it'll be a little bit heavier now than before, but, with a 250-260 something horsepower at the wheels(rear for now!), 300-500 lbs(dont know the exact weight until we get the parts in) wouldnt make a different when it's an AWD. once i got the Stillen Supercharger in, i should have a hel! lot more HP and it's an AWD Z. and ill be the only one in town that have an AWD. kind of cool isnt it?!!??! im hoping to pull at least in 11 sec 1/4 mile run. the project havent started yet, not till probably next month and will be done around.... february '04 or sooner.
BS, prove it! Also, 11sec in the 1/4? good luck bro. Story sounds completely made up, btw.
Old 11-16-2003, 09:43 AM
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how can i prove it when the project is stilll under decision and not started till next month?
Old 11-16-2003, 09:47 AM
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Is htat the same AWD system formt he G45 sedan? I would think that'd be the easiest way to go, especially since hte parts (in theory) will be available here. Hell, for ~$30K you could just buy a AWD G35, I'll help you put the parts in, and you give me what's left over of the G35.
Old 11-16-2003, 09:58 AM
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not that I'm doubting you but if you do decide to actually do this good luck. Not what I'd do if I had 30k to blow but good luck.
Old 11-16-2003, 09:58 AM
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Why don't you just go ahead and get the rb26dett along with the tranny instead of dealing with custom mating the tranny to the vq35?
Old 11-16-2003, 09:59 AM
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lol what are you talking about? G35 is not an AWD, is it? i never really looked at the G35, it's a RWD. LIAR!!! LOL nice try!!!
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Originally posted by IMAZLPR
lol what are you talking about? G35 is not an AWD, is it? i never really looked at the G35, it's a RWD. LIAR!!! LOL nice try!!!
Look at the 04 G35 Sedan.
Old 11-16-2003, 10:07 AM
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30 G for awd? ARe u kidding? So your z is costing u 60k roughly and then your also putting in a supercharger....why would u dump that much money on awd...doesn't seem worth it to me
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Originally posted by IMAZLPR
lol what are you talking about? G35 is not an AWD, is it? i never really looked at the G35, it's a RWD. LIAR!!! LOL nice try!!!
Wow, your proving it to me already.

Alright found the proof I need that this is complete bullish.
Originally posted in this thread by IMAZLPR
sleep, eat, and sex!!!

automotive engineer/weaponry(im only 18!!! still in school for them) heheheheh!!!
Wow, 18 and paying over 70 grand for a car and its mods? Yea....

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Save the cash and wait for Skyline to come to states in 2007.
Old 11-16-2003, 10:32 AM
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...30grand to have higher drivetrain loss and more weight.

if indy, nascar, and most factions of lemans dont need AWD, neither do I.

of course if your a mag racer that love quarter mile stats, its perfect.

60k, your right at just getting a R34skylineGTR.

but alas, I dont really beleive you anyway, unless your parents are fitting that 30k bill.
Old 11-16-2003, 10:40 AM
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Originally posted by Dissident
Is htat the same AWD system formt he G45 sedan? I would think that'd be the easiest way to go, especially since hte parts (in theory) will be available here. Hell, for ~$30K you could just buy a AWD G35, I'll help you put the parts in, and you give me what's left over of the G35.

The AWD system that's in the new 04 G35 Sedans isn't performance orientated. It's simply for more traction for wet and slippery conditions.
Old 11-16-2003, 11:22 AM
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Old 11-16-2003, 11:28 AM
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Originally posted by Yielar
The AWD system that's in the new 04 G35 Sedans isn't performance orientated. It's simply for more traction for wet and slippery conditions.
It's the same AWD system as in R34, are you saying it's different?
Old 11-16-2003, 12:02 PM
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Hmm...i wouldn't know about it being the same as R34, if is correct me.

I did receive an e-mail from Infiniti advertising the AWD system on the G35. It is not intended to be a performance option and is not marketed as one either (or so thats what the advertisment reads).

As Yielar states "It's simply for more traction for wet and slippery conditions".
Old 11-16-2003, 12:14 PM
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It's the same AWD system as in R34, are you saying it's different?
No it's not!!!
better check your sources again!

and to the kid that wants to go with the GTR drive train.
Why don't you put that stillen supercharger on first and show us that your running 11's (with the lighter set up)
then add 500-600 lbs with the GTR drivetrain and still prove it!

keep dreaming,
Old 11-16-2003, 12:22 PM
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Im sorry but the story just sound made up.
Invest that in some property or buy a whole other car if you are actually serious.


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