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Old 04-03-2007, 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by solidsnake
Im 21 as well

But I understand your concerned about the motor farting out on you, but its not really possible with the right tune and if leave the power down to a reasonable level. It also wont hurt to get a daily driver. I drive a beat up ford to work and around town. The Z is for weekends.

I was just trying to save you some money. NA mods are cheap but not when you start to add them all up. Get exhaust, intake, plenum spacer and a tune and you'll be happy. Goodluck!

you must make more money and or have less bills then..
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Originally Posted by solidsnake
Im 21 as well

I thought you were like 16.
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But just to give you a little boost in the right direction... because Ive been there and hated it when ppl left me with no useful info. If you do not want to go FI, dont expect much for your money. Ive spent alot on quality Bolt-on parts parts and they have not net much power. My recommendation is figure out how much power you want and what your budget is. Then research to see what parts are best for your money, wants and expectations. I can honestly say that Intake, Exhaust, Test pipes, and Spacer is not enough for the 2,000 you pay.

If you are adequate with your Z's power as is... then great just do some suspension mods and maybe Intake and Spacer and call it a day. People must really enjoy the Z for what it is first before modding it .. in my opinion. There car could not be pushed to the limits like they think. I was guilty of this as anyone. People talk about the need for 2k suspension set-ups and such .. they cant even out drive there Z's stock suspension at the track yet. Just make sure you do it right the first time.. saves money and head-aches.

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Old 04-03-2007, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by ravensaxe
I thought you were like 16.
I hear that daily.
It sucks trying to go into a club and even though I get into the door, once im in the freaking bartenders and security inside card me.
Old 04-03-2007, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by nothingremains
you must make more money and or have less bills then..
Yes, and I wish I still lived with my parents(not saying you do). House payment ownes me
Old 04-03-2007, 10:43 AM
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what does suspension really do for DD ?
Old 04-03-2007, 10:52 AM
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better handling, car will feel more responsive. Can you feel the difference in handling and responsiveness between a stock Z and a pickup truck or SUV? You use the Z's handling and responsiveness every time you drive it and turn the wheel. You just might not approach the absolute limit of its ability on the street, but you can feel how much more direct it feels. I get a kick out of driving my Z to work sometimes even though I might not get a lot of chances to floor it


That said, I think changing the final drive is a great way for more low end gear tq
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i have no idea what a final drive even is
Old 04-03-2007, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by nothingremains
i have no idea what a final drive even is
Scroll up to post #14, then search for more info.
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Default suspension, tires and lose your spare

yes sir! the basics i remember when i did this to my civic cuz i was too broke to buy intake,exhaust and headers. $150 suspension $800 rims and tires yeah i looked cool and beat most cars that sounded fast.
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im think im gonna add exhaust so it sounds pretty and leave it alone performance wise..then just make it sexier and then upgrade audio..
Old 04-03-2007, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by ZPirate
ZthirtyThr33,

3.9 is the final drive gearing. It is actually a ring and pinion. It is part of the the guts of the rear pumpkin where the differential is located. The stock ring and pinion for the six speed manual is 3.55. The auto is 3.3. Some people with autos have gone to the manual 3.55 ring and pinion. Manual owners go with a 3.9 or a 3.7 if they want to change their ring and pinion.

My 3.9 is made/sold by 350EVO. I don't know if they are still selling them. The other popular one is made/sold by Central 20. Try Performance Nissan (www.mynismo.com). They should have one or both.
thnx man... and one more thing... whats the benefit that you get out of this?? Did u feel a difference when you got your 3.9? One thing that i did find while searching was that it improves acceleration...

thnx again
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Originally Posted by solidsnake
I hear that daily.
It sucks trying to go into a club and even though I get into the door, once im in the freaking bartenders and security inside card me.
That was a joke just to let you know. Didn't know you owned a house though, I live with my rents and still dont have FI g/f makes sure that an engagement ring is coming before turbo.
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nawz!!!
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Better tires, X pipe exhaust, headers, weight reduction, shorter gears. Automatics are quick 0-60 since MT has too many uncontrollable variables
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How about the MD Mrev2?
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Originally Posted by solidsnake
I hear that daily.
It sucks trying to go into a club and even though I get into the door, once im in the freaking bartenders and security inside card me.
I know how you feel, Im 18 and look like im 15 or 16.
Old 04-03-2007, 06:28 PM
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how much would headers exhaust and the motordyne w/e it takes for the 06 5at's..
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Just go with the 3.9FD... Best NA mod for those staying in that lane. Then go to the usual array of breathing mods (intake/spacer/headers/hf cats or test pipes/dual exhaust). For handling, fatter tires and suspension/sways. The last thing would be to do a EMS and tune.

As always, just my
Old 04-04-2007, 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by ZthirtyThr33
thnx man... and one more thing... whats the benefit that you get out of this?? Did u feel a difference when you got your 3.9? One thing that i did find while searching was that it improves acceleration...

thnx again
Yes it improves acceleration. You should see approximately a 10% increase in acceleration in any gear along with a corresponding increase in rpm of approximately 300 rpm in any gear.
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how much for the product and install would the 3.9 cost? also does it effect gas mileage?


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