Hi guys, I guess I'm the new guy, just registered my account. My 350 ('06) is otw, dealership didn't have it in the Interlagos Fire for me to view, but they had one on order. If I like the color, I'll get it, or else it'll be the lighter silver color for me. I'm new to performance, but I know what I want. I definitely want superior, and F/I. However, this is the "Horsepower" section of the forums, so I'll leave handling to the other forums, once I get there. I know that there's a lot I need to do before I get to F/I, and I'm wondering what you think the first step(s) to prepare to move to F/I are.

Also, what do I need to do, to keep my engine from blowing out, when I increase the boost to 15 psi, or those other crazy numbers I sometimes read about. Is it possible to do 15 psi and still keep the car as a daily driver? If not, what should my max boost be, to still have it as a daily driver. I'm giving my old man my SUV (an '02 4Runner, I love Nissan!)

So, my question is, what should be my very first modification to my car, once it arrives?

 

you want to go FI? the first thing you need to decide is Supercharger, Single, or Twin Turbo. The big thing is the power to want and also the boost lag issue. TTs will get the most HP, SCs have little to no lag.

After that you need to decide which brand to get.

Some mods you can do regardless of setup are

- dual exhaust (2.5" or 3")
- crank pulley (size depends on setup)
- plenum mod (tons of options to choose)
- cams (lots of choices)
- clutch
- internal buildup
- bigger wheels
- brakes

if you want the whole package (everything above) you would be looking at easily over $20,000

 

15psi? I see a rebuild and a TON of reading up on this site in your future....honestly though, not trying to be a d!ck but search away in th eFI forum, there is a ton of information posted by many smart Z owners. That is the best advice I can give you as that is what has shown me the ways.

 

My advice to you is take it one step at a time. If you want FI now or a little later, wait on other engine mods. Many people on this forum regreat spending money on NA mods, only to find out they could of got more bang for their buck going FI!

If you don't know what to get and/or how FI works, buy a book on the basics of FI.

 

some NA mods shouldnt be regretted cause its a preperation for FI but some are uneccessary. I'd say wait till later to Buy the FI once uve got Plenum/spacer, cams, exhaust,clutch/flwheel, etc.

oh ye...installation labors a B*tch....

 

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get intake exhaust?

 

If you're going to go FI then just save your money and do it all at once. That way you won't have to re-buy anything that doesn't work well with the FI setup. My 2 cents.

 

FI setup should be done all at once to avoid headache.

NA setup, i would go with headers first... since they are the HARDEST to install, and that way, whoever ends up installing them for you down the line doesn't mess with the way you have your engine bay setup... I left headers for pretty much last, and had to take out EVERYTHING i had already installed in the engine bay. live and learn.

 

i say suspension

 

A new Corvette C6
I'm so mad at the non gains from mods it pisses me off.
I baselined at 229 then added
Test pipes, underdrive pulley, Y-Pipe, Plenum and Pop charger and you know what i gained?
11 stinking HP.

 

test pipes

 

8 out of 10 new 350Z owners say that they are going forced-induction. Maybe 1 in 100 actually do it. I’m not sure why anyone would buy a new 350Z with the intent of forced-induction. $35,000 for the Z plus $10,000 for forced-induction puts you at $45,000. I think that the are better choices for $45,000.

But this is academic. Get the 350Z first, then work from there.

 

a great free mod to do first is remove the radiator hoses connecting to your throttle body. this will help prevent heat soak. also you can do brake/susp related mods. stuff like ss brake lines, good fluid (motul), better rotors, coilovers, etc. these types of things will help keep it safe when you do get the turbo.

if you want some more free "power" do some lightening. remove the spare and jack, several misc brackets under the hood, battery and brake fluid covers and plastic shrouds.

 

the best thing i have learned and have been told is hold off on mods for at least a couple months.......learn to drive ur car first and alls its gonna cost u is gas money and lots of fun!!!! my .02

 

Thanks everyone for the great tips. I'm definitely gonna take your advice Tuner4life. Also, thanks for the tips as well Powertrip, as I hadn't heard about the radiator hose thing. I'm really looking forward to having a beautiful car, that will be a benefit to the 350z family.

 

coilovers

 

What is this that you speak of?

 

Not to bash anyones personal preference, but I tend to agree with this. I have heard so many people say that they are going F/I, but then never do it. $10k for F/I...yeah, that sounds about right, if not higher.

Don't get me wrong, I would love to strap a Power Enterprise Twin Turbo to my Z, but for the cost and headache invovled, I think I would sell the Z and just buy a new Vette.

my $.02