GMballistic Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 Yaaaaaay page 2!!!!! Thanks guys that made me chuckle! Wiz I've had every part/kit you can imagine then swapped it for something else numerous times! The only way was take the bits I liked and threw them together till it looked nice in my eyes. Plastidip was easy start small and the more you do the better you get, well I might as well say as I've not done so yet but a s/c has currently emptied the bank account, can't wait though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Yaaaaaay page 2!!!!! Thanks guys that made me chuckle! Wiz I've had every part/kit you can imagine then swapped it for something else numerous times! The only way was take the bits I liked and threw them together till it looked nice in my eyes. Plastidip was easy start small and the more you do the better you get, well I might as well say as I've not done so yet but a s/c has currently emptied the bank account, can't wait though SC! excellent idea and another thing i'd love to do, bank balance cant handle that at the mo though lol looking forward to the right up on that one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 1, 2014 Author Share Posted May 1, 2014 Thanks buddy, Keyser is a dangerous person to know , keeps waving goodies in your face and you can't resist haha I'm only aiming low to begin with, just to get everything operational and fitted so aiming at around somewhere between 360-400whp to start, il be posting all the extras I buy bit by bit. If you gonna do it start saving lol I didn't drive zed for year to try save up, main thing is your on here with plenty of help, the likes of jez, Keyser and Bennett have helped loads and no doubt will bug them loads haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 that is a major plus for this place, all the help and info. It's not the doing it that worries me. Literally just the costs :-( see how it goes over the next few months. Looking forward to seeing your build on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) only a little update...so the S/C shopping list was compiled hardest part of the build so far is hiding all the packages/purchases from the mrs!!!who took delivery of two this week ones I blagged as a secret present (which now means I have to get her a present ) Anywho first bits showed up... a sump with pick up points and some magic fuel sticks . Will update as the rest turns up Edited May 29, 2014 by jumping350 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Nice baffled sump there. That should help with a bit more oil capacity too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 yeah an extra litre so I cant get away with one 5 litre bottle anymore! But to be fair looking at the shopping list its the least of my worries Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 yeah an extra litre so I cant get away with one 5 litre bottle anymore! But to be fair looking at the shopping list its the least of my worries So what have you got so far? or is that top secret? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Yep come on let's hear the plans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) well....I have most still got a bit to pay for things but this is everything so far -Sump -Injectors -590cc -Oil Temp Gauge -Wideband O2 -Vortech V2 -Thermostatic Oil cooler -full service kit -one step colder plugs -oil catch can - need to get -fuel pump -need to get -Plenum spacer -need to get That should be enough to get me to just under 400hp comfortably I hope. im sorting out all the major purchases so just the little bits left after ....hopefully Edited May 29, 2014 by jumping350 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 well....I have most still got a bit to pay for things but this is everything so far -Sump -Injectors -590cc -Oil Temp Gauge -Wideband O2 -Vortech V2 -Thermostatic Oil cooler -full service kit -one step colder plugs -oil catch can - need to get -fuel pump -need to get -Plenum spacer -need to get That should be enough to get me to just under 400hp comfortably I hope. im sorting out all the major purchases so just the little bits left after ....hopefully Good list. I'd add a low temperature thermostat to it as well if I was you. I bought a Nismo one just recently from Clark Motorsport for £50. Link: http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/81075-nismo-uprated-stat-vq35de-special-price/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bounty Bar Kid Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Can't believe you're hiding it all from the missus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 I can totally understand hiding it lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 it's the way forward until you pass the point of no return Be prepared for a large punishment of mandatory DIY house repair and grovelling though.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 (edited) Counter balance is the key. My gf didn't get half as annoyed with my recent purchases and the new exhaust when I got her a holiday for Christmas lol. Edited May 30, 2014 by wizurd 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Have you looked at the Vortech reliability thread yet jumping350? Have a look at post n#14 regarding the positive crankcase ventilation if you haven't already. Link: http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/82588-vortech-supecharging-technical-and-reliability-thread/ I think you may already have though as you've listed an oil catch can on your parts list but just thought I'd bring it to your attention in case you hadn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 Haha well she knows about supercharger but not all the rest to follow! Wizard is right oil cooler for me flowers for mrs and so forth lol she will clock on soon and realise , can't wait for that day!! But I have worked 7 days week for nearly two years so have to enjoy it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 (edited) Thanks GM some handy advice regarding thermostat and venting, yeah I knew about venting but worth a mention in case anyone from the new supercharged group buy read this Edited May 30, 2014 by jumping350 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Thanks GM some handy advice regarding thermostat and venting, yeah I knew about venting but worth a mention in case anyone from the new supercharged group buy read this So what way are you planning on doing it then? Solution one seems the most cost effective and simple obviously ~ vent both sides to atmosphere via mini filters. I'd really think though that solution two is probably the one to do. vent both sides to atmosphere via mini filter and cap off the plenum port. This solution is the cleanest and most performance oriented as per racing cars as no vented crap goes back into the engine but environmentally the worst. You can mitigate this with 1 or to oil catch cans (occ) on each side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted May 31, 2014 Author Share Posted May 31, 2014 yeah option 2 looks the one! less future hassle the better tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Hi jumping350 ~ been doing some more research in case you're interested regarding the oil catch can set up. I've bought a Rutland oil catch can which is a very compact unit and previously tested by a few S/c Zed owners. Link; http://oilcatchtank.com/ Test thread link; http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/58175-oil-catch-can-tested-and-proven/ From what I've found out the only problem you may get with this oil catch can is that under under boost pressure the bottom seal where you drain the oil can leak. The way around this apparently is to seal it off (super glue or expoxy as I plan on using). You can unscrew the glass/perspex see through tube to empty any collected oil so that's no problem. Also from the Vortech reliability thread it is recommended that you use a non return valve between the plenum and oil catch can in order to stop boost from your plenum going back to your crankcase. Non return valve I've bought; http://www.carbuildersolutions.com/uk/nylon-non-return-valve-10mm Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted June 8, 2014 Author Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thanks GM that's a massive help, I was wondering where to get non return valve from! Are you going FI too? Can't find your build thread if you are lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thanks GM that's a massive help, I was wondering where to get non return valve from! Are you going FI too? Can't find your build thread if you are lol Maybe?! Haven't got a build thread ~ might end up doing one at some point though and just back date all my pictures. At least people won't have to wait for updates then. Glad that info helped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumping350 Posted June 13, 2014 Author Share Posted June 13, 2014 so this turned up mainly because this is what happens when you lower the zed and there is still a scissor jack underneath and fixed....... Then this turned up but had to manufacture my own studs and thread locked the buggers in there I actually prefer the zed like this and wish I could drive around with no bonnet bit of fettling to get it aligned but its on 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WINKJ Posted June 13, 2014 Share Posted June 13, 2014 good work! looks like a solid job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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