Hi Everyone,

I just bought an 04.5 350z with 24k miles on it. It used to be a show car that is track ready. Dyno #s show 296hp and 280 torque. It has a 12 point cage, custom buddy club single piece coilovers, and some minor engine mods (plenum spacer, intake, etc.)

The car has been sitting in a warehouse for a few years. The previous owner starts it up monthly, and it starts and idles well but definitely needs some TLC before I get it onto the track.

I will be racing NASA TT4 with this car as well as misc. track events in between.

I have raced BMWs for the past few years and am beyond excited to start racing this 350z. I look forward to becoming an active member here!

 

Welcome and here's a few tips for getting your ride ready. First, change out ALL the fluids (engine oil/filter, tranny w/Redline MT85, VLSD w/synthetic 75-140W lubricant, brakes with new high performance DOT4 fluid like ATE Gold 200 and new radiator fluid). Next, look at the safety features of your Z to go from show to being really able to pass a safety inspection. Are your seat belts up to date? Is the bar actually padded (around you and your head) with SFI offset pads? Where is your TT event at?

 

Thank you for the recommendations! I will be running SFI and FIA approved 5-point harnesses. No padding on the bars at the moment.

I am in the Southern California region, so basically any tracks out here in the west.

 

So, Cal Speedway, Big Willow, Streets, Buttonwillow and Thunderhill?

 

And chuckawalla! I need to check the schedule for next year. Likely a solid 1-2 months before I find the time to fully prep this Z for the track.

 

Did you buy Rickdogg's car?

https://my350z.com/g/album/2550262

 

That is the one!

 

Any idea on the specs of the rollcage? Tubing material/diameter/thickness as well as attachment points and welding type?

 

I will DM you his build thread.

 

Congrats!

 

Thanks! I have about 30-40 hours of work ahead of me still, but then the car should be ready for the track!