red or zed Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Guys, http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/354339.htm not very well versed on all things JDM, but this looks very different to the other s-tune which is for sale on here. Anybody care to shed some light on this one. Certainly looks smart and sounds like its got some good bits added... Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zedrush Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Guys, http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/354339.htm not very well versed on all things JDM, but this looks very different to the other s-tune which is for sale on here. Anybody care to shed some light on this one. Certainly looks smart and sounds like its got some good bits added... Matt hmm says its track spec but yet he has never tracked it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red or zed Posted February 14, 2008 Author Share Posted February 14, 2008 yeah, saw that! think that may mean lowered suspension though... like i say, the mods do sound tasty, but why do i always have hesitation when it comes to imports... Sinbad...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 woahh boy, im here!! imports are like any car, youve just got to find a good one. As long as you Inspect it thoroughly then there fine. Theres too much stigma around about imports which really dates back to the early 90's, its a shame. I only ever needed brake pads, tyres and a service on my Z. My DC5 has been needed engine mounts but these are common for all k20 engines to go, including the UK civic, so again trouble free really. The diff is meant to be harsh for the roads i read. So i guess its only any good on track. Nismo ecu isnt cheap either. I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Slightly overpriced for me, but if you want the bits then its worth it. They've also managed to integrate the foglight in the rear lights which is nice. Has it been lowered?? Needs a stubby though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red or zed Posted February 14, 2008 Author Share Posted February 14, 2008 lol- knew you'd be around to comment! valid comments there tho mate- price is a little high for an import but the mods would i guess amount to quite a bit, although we all know mods dont add to value... was basically a question as to what the model was really as i didnt know much about the s-tune model. O/T- were you at donny the other day? saw a post on the other channel with some pics and a mention of your name and the presence of a white DC5 with a big black spoiler made me put 2 and 2 together and get.... ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 That were he, and a very tasty car it is too Check out the Donny thread on here http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic ... &start=180 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 lol- knew you'd be around to comment!valid comments there tho mate- price is a little high for an import but the mods would i guess amount to quite a bit, although we all know mods dont add to value... was basically a question as to what the model was really as i didnt know much about the s-tune model. O/T- were you at donny the other day? saw a post on the other channel with some pics and a mention of your name and the presence of a white DC5 with a big black spoiler made me put 2 and 2 together and get.... ? Yup that was me, check the "trackday" section on here Also it isnt a S-tune 350z. Its a standard Z with 1 or 2 s-tune parts added to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Moved from "other cars" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC350z Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Didn't Ming discover he had a heated screen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 yes a JDM option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red or zed Posted February 15, 2008 Author Share Posted February 15, 2008 Moved from "other cars" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Moved from "other cars" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbadman Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Thats pretty nice although i dont think the pics do much to help it, wish i had a heated front screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 yes a JDM option I've got one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 woahh boy, im here!! imports are like any car, youve just got to find a good one. As long as you Inspect it thoroughly then there fine. Theres too much stigma around about imports which really dates back to the early 90's, its a shame. I only ever needed brake pads, tyres and a service on my Z. My DC5 has been needed engine mounts but these are common for all k20 engines to go, including the UK civic, so again trouble free really. The diff is meant to be harsh for the roads i read. So i guess its only any good on track. Nismo ecu isnt cheap either. I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Slightly overpriced for me, but if you want the bits then its worth it. They've also managed to integrate the foglight in the rear lights which is nice. Has it been lowered?? Needs a stubby though... Sinbad, Does your DC5 torque steer when you give it some beans - a friend has one (just imported) and it's virtually undriveable when laying down the power - cant keep it in a straight line? Sorry for the hijack Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 woahh boy, im here!! imports are like any car, youve just got to find a good one. As long as you Inspect it thoroughly then there fine. Theres too much stigma around about imports which really dates back to the early 90's, its a shame. I only ever needed brake pads, tyres and a service on my Z. My DC5 has been needed engine mounts but these are common for all k20 engines to go, including the UK civic, so again trouble free really. The diff is meant to be harsh for the roads i read. So i guess its only any good on track. Nismo ecu isnt cheap either. I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Slightly overpriced for me, but if you want the bits then its worth it. They've also managed to integrate the foglight in the rear lights which is nice. Has it been lowered?? Needs a stubby though... Sinbad, Does your DC5 torque steer when you give it some beans - a friend has one (just imported) and it's virtually undriveable when laying down the power - cant keep it in a straight line? Sorry for the hijack Graham No it doesnt torque steer as such, i do find that the diff likes to wonder on uneven roads though. On flat surfaces i dont have any problems, where with torque steer you'd still get the car pulling to one side. Tell him to get a Fast road setup, its meant to work wonders, especially if he gets a set of springs too. For me the ride was the worst thing on the car, brakes are by far better then the 350 and my previous STi. I just sold my CAT-Back exhaust today and the car sounds lifeless If he's looking to mod it, tell him i have a KPRO for sale, the cheapest he'll find anywhere im sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 woahh boy, im here!! imports are like any car, youve just got to find a good one. As long as you Inspect it thoroughly then there fine. Theres too much stigma around about imports which really dates back to the early 90's, its a shame. I only ever needed brake pads, tyres and a service on my Z. My DC5 has been needed engine mounts but these are common for all k20 engines to go, including the UK civic, so again trouble free really. The diff is meant to be harsh for the roads i read. So i guess its only any good on track. Nismo ecu isnt cheap either. I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Slightly overpriced for me, but if you want the bits then its worth it. They've also managed to integrate the foglight in the rear lights which is nice. Has it been lowered?? Needs a stubby though... Sinbad, Does your DC5 torque steer when you give it some beans - a friend has one (just imported) and it's virtually undriveable when laying down the power - cant keep it in a straight line? Sorry for the hijack Graham No it doesnt torque steer as such, i do find that the diff likes to wonder on uneven roads though. On flat surfaces i dont have any problems, where with torque steer you'd still get the car pulling to one side. Tell him to get a Fast road setup, its meant to work wonders, especially if he gets a set of springs too. For me the ride was the worst thing on the car, brakes are by far better then the 350 and my previous STi. I just sold my CAT-Back exhaust today and the car sounds lifeless If he's looking to mod it, tell him i have a KPRO for sale, the cheapest he'll find anywhere im sure. Yeah he seems to be having the problems on the B roads - thanks for that. Whats a KPRO? I'll let him know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 ah K pro is an ecu. How much you wanting for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 woahh boy, im here!! imports are like any car, youve just got to find a good one. As long as you Inspect it thoroughly then there fine. Theres too much stigma around about imports which really dates back to the early 90's, its a shame. I only ever needed brake pads, tyres and a service on my Z. My DC5 has been needed engine mounts but these are common for all k20 engines to go, including the UK civic, so again trouble free really. The diff is meant to be harsh for the roads i read. So i guess its only any good on track. Nismo ecu isnt cheap either. I just wondered how they got a heated front screen, didnt think that was an option. Slightly overpriced for me, but if you want the bits then its worth it. They've also managed to integrate the foglight in the rear lights which is nice. Has it been lowered?? Needs a stubby though... Sinbad, Does your DC5 torque steer when you give it some beans - a friend has one (just imported) and it's virtually undriveable when laying down the power - cant keep it in a straight line? Sorry for the hijack Graham No it doesnt torque steer as such, i do find that the diff likes to wonder on uneven roads though. On flat surfaces i dont have any problems, where with torque steer you'd still get the car pulling to one side. Tell him to get a Fast road setup, its meant to work wonders, especially if he gets a set of springs too. For me the ride was the worst thing on the car, brakes are by far better then the 350 and my previous STi. I just sold my CAT-Back exhaust today and the car sounds lifeless If he's looking to mod it, tell him i have a KPRO for sale, the cheapest he'll find anywhere im sure. Yeah he seems to be having the problems on the B roads - thanks for that. Whats a KPRO? I'll let him know. Yeah it does wonder abit on b-roads, anything uneven really. Maybe worth telling him to get the tracking done. I found the DC5 to be selective on tyres too, so if he hasnt got "E" marked tyres on or there pretty worn id get him to swap them. Goodyear F1's (german made ones) are meant to be the best all round tyre for the DC5. Ive had AVS sports, Bridgestones 050A's, Bridgstone RE010R's and Hankook RS'2's which have all been very good with the last two being more of a dry tyre. KPRO is a mappable ecu made by Hondata and regarded as one of the better ecu's if not the best ecu to have especially for a fast road car. S2000's, DC5's and EP3's can all use them. They retail at around £750 before mapping. obviously mines abit cheaper than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 How much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 What you buying next chris? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 What you buying next chris? i maybe getting a DC2 for a weekend/trackday car. Donnington wet my appetite. thinking of buying a bike for the daily chore or a diesel or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 Is KPRO for a facelift DC5 Sinbad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinbad Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 Is KPRO for a facelift DC5 Sinbad? No pre-facelift so no issues with the immobiliser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
get12 Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 Is KPRO for a facelift DC5 Sinbad? No pre-facelift so no issues with the immobiliser What sort of deal can you do without OEM trade in - we all want to be able to revert our car back to man. spec dont we!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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