Stripped touring vs base weight
05-31-2017, 08:30 PM
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Stripped touring vs base weight
Thinking about buying a stock Z to turn into an autocross car. The general recommendation for touring and prepared categories is to go with a base, because it doesn't have VDC and it weighs less. There aren't very many base models for sale though, so what I'm wondering is - if I unplug the yaw sensor to disable VDC, change the wheels, and remove the seats and the sub, do I essentially have a base? Or is there significant extra weight hidden in the higher trims in things like wiring? I'll be doing all those things regardless, so it _seems_ like it shouldn't matter much which model I start with. Base would be cheapest if they actually existed for sale anywhere near me, but they don't.
05-31-2017, 08:48 PM
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There may be some additional wiring and stereo equipment the base doesnt have. The leather seats are around 50lbs each.
I gutted my touring on the other 350z forum if you want a little closer look.
I gutted my touring on the other 350z forum if you want a little closer look.
05-31-2017, 09:14 PM
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Seats shouldn't matter as I'll be replacing those. I wouldn't think the bit of wiring and heavier speakers (after removing the sub) would make much difference.. Do you have a link for that other thread?
06-01-2017, 06:22 AM
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It won't let me link it but search for 'unofficial 3point5 weight reduction thread'