Finally...my build thread
02-24-2011, 07:45 PM
#22
Thanks bro. I saw you had a relatively large BBK with 18's. My stock 18's werent' even close diameter wise. Just want to be sure before I purchase.
If we push it over 600 whp, I'll upgrade to the HKS or Haltech, although there are no HKS tuners anywhere near me.
The ARP L19 head studs are on the invoice, missed that part. I was looking at the ARP main studs.
I realize the 3.3 would probably be better, but since we've got both, we'll just give it a shot!
The car's already got $46k in it right now as it sits not including the price of the car, previous parts installed and pulled off, paint, or shop time. I'm fortunate enough to say that it's not about the price. If I had a GT-R it would just be that much more. Trust me, the wife is glad the Z didn't sell because I had my mind set on the 2012 GT-R, and I can't leave well enough alone. I'm pretty good at spending money! 
The ARP L19 head studs are on the invoice, missed that part. I was looking at the ARP main studs.
I realize the 3.3 would probably be better, but since we've got both, we'll just give it a shot!
OK, I've always wondered this when someone goes build crazy - If you have enough $$$ to put $25K+ into a 350z, why not buy a GT-R instead? For example, I have a hard enough time reasoning with adding a simple supercharger to my 350z, as I'd rather use that money as a down payment for a 370Z. Thoughts?
02-25-2011, 08:30 AM
#27
Rpf1s won't fit I've tried them and the rotors plus calipers rubbed the inside of the barrel in addition to the caliper hitting the wheel face (a spacer obviously could remedy the later). Racing 6 calipers are unnecessarily wide. There are a few Yokohama Advans that will fit (find pictures of the JUN AWD Z33 as a reference).
02-25-2011, 01:58 PM
#29
Rpf1s won't fit I've tried them and the rotors plus calipers rubbed the inside of the barrel in addition to the caliper hitting the wheel face (a spacer obviously could remedy the later). Racing 6 calipers are unnecessarily wide. There are a few Yokohama Advans that will fit (find pictures of the JUN AWD Z33 as a reference).
On another note, engine is completely stripped and should be on a truck today headed to GTM. Also pulled the seats and took measurements for the new tube-frame rails ( got that idea from dikspiel ).
02-25-2011, 08:52 PM
#34
I just have to say I AM JEALOUS!!! I'm sure the 4.08 won't work with the amount of power you are/will be making! My car dyno'd a tad above 300 whp and I can break the tires loose like noting rolling in 2nd. On the side note I'm running R888 295's. I foresee the wheelhop as being your main concern and problem w/ the amount of power! Keep us posted pls
02-26-2011, 12:56 AM
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The car's already got $46k in it right now as it sits not including the price of the car, previous parts installed and pulled off, paint, or shop time. I'm fortunate enough to say that it's not about the price. If I had a GT-R it would just be that much more. Trust me, the wife is glad the Z didn't sell because I had my mind set on the 2012 GT-R, and I can't leave well enough alone. I'm pretty good at spending money!
02-27-2011, 04:32 PM
#36
My shop has a great builder, but does not have the capability to do machine work. It costs just as much for us to send the block to GTM as it would to out-source a local guy. Plus, GTM has done many builds on this platform...I trust them.
I'll do my best. I'll be out of country with work for 5 weeks starting tomorrow, but my builder promised lots of pics and info. He's a pretty good friend too, so I'll stay on his @$$.
If I had a GT-R, I'd struggle to make it "unique". On top of the price of the car, aftermarket items still require a second mortgage to purchase. I paid cash for the Zed when I bought it new, and drop money on it whenever I get enough put in my "stash" account that the wife isn't too familiar with!
I'll do my best. I'll be out of country with work for 5 weeks starting tomorrow, but my builder promised lots of pics and info. He's a pretty good friend too, so I'll stay on his @$$.
If I had a GT-R, I'd struggle to make it "unique". On top of the price of the car, aftermarket items still require a second mortgage to purchase. I paid cash for the Zed when I bought it new, and drop money on it whenever I get enough put in my "stash" account that the wife isn't too familiar with!
02-27-2011, 10:21 PM
#37
i'm running 18x10.5 +15 in f/r ... should have mentioned that rgIIs/rsds have massv clearance also...
i've seen rpf-1s clear a few bbks so maybe my experience has been slightly diff than kwames.
those blue brides are truly disgusting. i mean really. smurf skin? what the fawk.
you're cruel buddy. cruelllllllllllllllllllll.
i've seen rpf-1s clear a few bbks so maybe my experience has been slightly diff than kwames.
those blue brides are truly disgusting. i mean really. smurf skin? what the fawk.
you're cruel buddy. cruelllllllllllllllllllll.
