autoextreme Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Just a quick message to say hello. Only just signed up and I havent got a 350Z as yet but looking at getting one in the near future so thought i`d join up to see what things I should know before parting with my cash! I currently have a Nissan 200SX tuned to around 320bhp. Want to upgrade to the 350Z because I think they look great, have a great engine to build on, hopefully a lot more problem free than the 200 and has a touch more class. I`m not planning on keeping it standard for long. Thinking of going down the turbo route as I hear you can get direct bolt on kits for them. Are there any particular kits that are recommended for the quality? I`m also thinking of going for a convertible. Is the handling majorly affected between that and the hard top? Are there any other things I should look out for when shopping around for a decent example? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buds Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Just a quick hello from me! As your looking to mod, i'd recommend an import, and as for the mods, other much more knowledgeable folk will be along to advise shortly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riva66 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 matey, you'll find alot of good info here. I'm just about to purchase as well, but i'll be keeping mine standard(ish) R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autoextreme Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 Cheers for the replies. I`ve been having a quick look around and everyone seems friendly Just one more question, silly as it may sound but what engine does the 350Z have? I keep seeing reference to G35 and the VQ35DE. Whats the difference? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buds Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Afaik, G35 is the name for the Skyline Coupe in America? And VQ35DE is the current engine code? Of course i could be wrong, and if so someone will correct my stupidity! the actual engine is a 3.5 litre v6, hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam's Z Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Afaik, G35 is the name for the Skyline Coupe in America? And VQ35DE is the current engine code? Of course i could be wrong, and if so someone will correct my stupidity! the actual engine is a 3.5 litre v6, hope this helps Methinks buds is not as stupid as his avatar suggests Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Just a quick message to say hello. Only just signed up and I havent got a 350Z as yet but looking at getting one in the near future so thought i`d join up to see what things I should know before parting with my cash! I currently have a Nissan 200SX tuned to around 320bhp. Want to upgrade to the 350Z because I think they look great, have a great engine to build on, hopefully a lot more problem free than the 200 and has a touch more class. I`m not planning on keeping it standard for long. Thinking of going down the turbo route as I hear you can get direct bolt on kits for them. Are there any particular kits that are recommended for the quality? I`m also thinking of going for a convertible. Is the handling majorly affected between that and the hard top? Are there any other things I should look out for when shopping around for a decent example? WELCOME I don't think there is anyone out there with a TT roadster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam's Z Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 No manners btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 APS kit is imo the most complete bolt on kit out there, for now. HKS are supposed to come out soon with a TT kit for the Z, not much more info about it though. all the above info was correct too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autoextreme Posted August 24, 2006 Author Share Posted August 24, 2006 Cheers for the warm welcome everyone! You all seem like a friendly bunch I think its definitely the roadster i`m going to go for, just the handling and weight issues i`m a little worried about. Any ideas how much heavier the roadster is and how different it handles? Also.....how much power/torque can the standard internals take and whats possible from the engine without going down the path of turbocharging? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Think the internals are good for up to 450bhp. by the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Welcome aboard! The inherent problems that come with lopping off a coupe's roof seem to be fairly minimal but tbh almost all of the heavily modded cars are coupe's. I suspect any drastic changes to power or suspension set up could exacerbate the issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 without going FI, it's a bit of a lost battle tbh..... this is from many overseas owners' experiences, not just my opinion. have a read in the forced induction forum here (and on US based forums) to see what can be achieved by FI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H5 Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 Only draw back (looks aside IMO) is the heavier car and reduced performance of the Roadster. As for handling, not driven both to know. As for things to keep and eye out for, take a look in the warranty section and get a good understanding for what's been done already. Also check how long is left on the warranty to get any niggles you may find sorted. Most common is clicking rear axle. But basically any you choose will be awesome, and the smile will always be there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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