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So I recently bought my first and current Z in January which is my daily. I am the 2nd owner and it had less than 127k miles, All service maintenance done at the Nissan dealership, The car is bone stock so I'm not sure how I feel about modding it but I do want to make more power.
1. What should I look out for before modding
2. What should be the first mods to do(if there are any)
3. Are there CA legal turbo kits? (I don't plan on putting in a turbo anytime soon but I'd like to know for future reference)
4. Where can I buy an authentic V2 or N2 spoiler?
5. Is this model the Rev-Up engine?
6. How can I stop the doors from closing on their own? I've got my leg slammed far too many times
There are some other parts I'm interested in buying later on like Varis Hood, Amuse front bumper, etc. but I'm not sure where to look for those as well. I want to know a lot more about this car because I plan on keeping it for as long as possible.
Also if there's anyone in NorCal/Bay Area that knows a lot about the 350z I would like to learn a few things about the car in person!
Any other info would be great to know
Thank you in advance!
fresh oil & filter
new air filter
fresh trans fluid
flush/bleed brakes & changed (if needed)
flush/bleed clutch fluid
consider changing out the cam shaft & crank shaft position sensors (may not be needed)
inspect the bushings in the rear and replace accordingly
clean the MAF sensor
dont do any mods…the car is great from the factory … enjoy the car for one year unmodded and see what you like / don’t like
most likely no turbo kit is going to be legal in California - thank your govt.
look on eBay, Facebook, and the forums for authentic parts - likely no one sells them for the z33 anymore
what year is the car? Take a pic & post it of the engine / engine bay
there are door stoppers inside the door that need replaced that’ll hold the door open
The model year is 2005! Thank you for the advice I'll be looking into all of that stuff this upcoming weekend!
Take the black engine cover off ... likely a traditional DE - I dont think the RevUp was used on any 2005 variants except the 35th Anniversary and the track - and I dont think you have either.
Forgive me but I kinda forgot I posted this but I bought this car last year towards the end of January so I'll be coming up on a year with it now. So far I like how it handles when taking corners. I mainly daily this car but on the weekends I like to drive on my local mountain pass so taking corners at moderate speed is what Im looking for. I was thinking about changing the suspension with some coilovers. What I noticed that I didn't like with the car is the brakes. I'm pretty sure I worn them out but when I got the car they also seemed to be worn out before I got my hands on it. In the future I think getting bigger brakes will be the option I go. As for cosmetics, the front right side bumper was messed up so I've been looking at getting an Amuse front bumper but I've had friends tell me to go with a replica instead of authentic. If anyone has more knowledge on that could you explain to me why I should consider to replica? I know from a money aspect it's a lot cheaper but is there anything else I should know? Thanks in advance!
Forgive me but I kinda forgot I posted this but I bought this car last year towards the end of January so I'll be coming up on a year with it now. So far I like how it handles when taking corners. I mainly daily this car but on the weekends I like to drive on my local mountain pass so taking corners at moderate speed is what Im looking for. I was thinking about changing the suspension with some coilovers. What I noticed that I didn't like with the car is the brakes. I'm pretty sure I worn them out but when I got the car they also seemed to be worn out before I got my hands on it. In the future I think getting bigger brakes will be the option I go. As for cosmetics, the front right side bumper was messed up so I've been looking at getting an Amuse front bumper but I've had friends tell me to go with a replica instead of authentic. If anyone has more knowledge on that could you explain to me why I should consider to replica? I know from a money aspect it's a lot cheaper but is there anything else I should know? Thanks in advance!
You really don't need coilovers unless you track it. For some reason, it seems like everyone obsesses over getting them when they're typically unnecessary. Some new shocks, like a new set of Bilstein B6's, will liven it up. Or, if you want a modest drop with some new springs like those from Hotchkis or Eibach, go with the Bilstein B8's.
The stock brakes are likely sufficient for your purposes. Before dropping a bunch of money on a BBK, you'll likely notice a difference with some stainless braided lines, rotor resurfacing, and some more performance-oriented pads.
As far as authentic bumpers go, you'll probably need to import it from Japan which will require a long wait and it will be more expensive than a more readily-available replica bumper. Some replica parts fits decent. Others are garbage. If your friends run a body shop and are willing to make replica body panels fit correctly, then go for it.
If money is no option for you, then definitely disregard all of this.
You really don't need coilovers unless you track it. For some reason, it seems like everyone obsesses over getting them when they're typically unnecessary. Some new shocks, like a new set of Bilstein B6's, will liven it up. Or, if you want a modest drop with some new springs like those from Hotchkis or Eibach, go with the Bilstein B8's.
The stock brakes are likely sufficient for your purposes. Before dropping a bunch of money on a BBK, you'll likely notice a difference with some stainless braided lines, rotor resurfacing, and some more performance-oriented pads.
As far as authentic bumpers go, you'll probably need to import it from Japan which will require a long wait and it will be more expensive than a more readily-available replica bumper. Some replica parts fits decent. Others are garbage. If your friends run a body shop and are willing to make replica body panels fit correctly, then go for it.
If money is no option for you, then definitely disregard all of this.
I appreciate your time writing this to me. I'm not really a car guy but I've been trying to learn more about cars for the past 2 years now. My friends just tell me what I should get such as Coilovers, Brakes, Exhaust, etc. I'll look more into the shocks you mentioned. I personally don't want to lower my car because of scrapping and bumps. I know those are easy to get around or avoid but I will also look more into the benefits into having that. Money for me is both not and is an option because I want quality stuff that'll last a good amount of time but I also don't want to throw money for things that aren't needed. Later this year I would also like to add some interior mods to the car to make it more comfortable for me. Do you happen to know anything about aftermarket seats, steering wheel, stereo, etc.?
*I'm considering an aftermarket steering wheel just to prevent theft on the car but if there's other alternatives please let me know
Thank you!
You really don't need coilovers unless you track it. For some reason, it seems like everyone obsesses over getting them when they're typically unnecessary. Some new shocks, like a new set of Bilstein B6's, will liven it up. Or, if you want a modest drop with some new springs like those from Hotchkis or Eibach, go with the Bilstein B8's.
The stock brakes are likely sufficient for your purposes. Before dropping a bunch of money on a BBK, you'll likely notice a difference with some stainless braided lines, rotor resurfacing, and some more performance-oriented pads.
As far as authentic bumpers go, you'll probably need to import it from Japan which will require a long wait and it will be more expensive than a more readily-available replica bumper. Some replica parts fits decent. Others are garbage. If your friends run a body shop and are willing to make replica body panels fit correctly, then go for it.
If money is no option for you, then definitely disregard all of this.
*disregard this*
Last edited by z33Eli; Jan 13, 2022 at 08:59 AM.
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I have the Eibach Pros with Bilstein B8s, easy to do at home and no need for a helper. I'd pass on the steering wheel. You'd lose your airbag and in 10 years here there's only 1 thred of a theft. Welcome.
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