G35 Coupe V35 2003 - 07 Discussion about the 1st Generation V35 G35 Coupe

being away from my ride has got me antsy to mod. need opinions

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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 09:37 AM
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being away from my ride has got me antsy to mod. need opinions

SO I have a wad of cash burning a hole in my jeans and im not sure what to spend it on... Ive been away from home a good 2 months on vacation with another month to go before i get back. been buying stuff online so when i get home ill have a lot of projects to keep me occupied. but im not sure if should go practical use or mods.

So far i bought,

new ac compressor. $175
door actuator kit. $40

still more cash to spend... options are

dw-tech st800 push button start and keyless entry $450
http://www.auto-innovatio.com/magent...ech-st800.html

five axis S5:F Rims 18 inch gunmetal and tires $1600
https://g35driver.com/forums/wheels-...me-wheels.html

Spc front and rear camber kits $525 (dropped for 2 years and still no alignment )
http://thmotorsports.com/combo-packa.../i-221817.aspx

Painted 06-07 Oem spoiler $189.99, Cheaper if I can get it used in the marketplace
http://www.spoilerworks.com/spoilers...i-g35/397.html

06-07 Oem Tail lights brand new $425 cheaper used in marketplace
http://www.amazon.com/INFINITI-STYLE-COUPE-TAIL-LIGHTS/dp/B003BQSQQU http://www.amazon.com/INFINITI-STYLE-COUPE-TAIL-LIGHTS/dp/B003BQSQQU


or save up for a used greddy twin turbo setup, tune, and tranny upgrade. Probably run about 7-8k.

which way to go! idk.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:18 AM
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don't bother with push button start, tail lights, etc. get some WORK wheels and some coilovers. add a new audio system and call it a day. no point in turboing an 04, its a 7 year old car.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:22 AM
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already dropped and i dont really like work rims. after i go into the airforce im going to build my motor. these are just extra things that i wanna get but idk which to buy or not at all.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:23 AM
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damn what are you driving -^
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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didn't mean that in a bad way by the way. i have an 03 myself. if you plan to do the work yourself then it's worth it to build the motor..otherwise i'd wait for the car to die or sell it and buy something that comes with a factory turbo and build that (335, sti, evo, etc)

but i wish you the best of luck with the air force & your car, sorry if i came off rude.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:31 AM
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no offense taken mate. just wanted to explain what i wanted to do in the future. I am actually kind of on a budget build so thats why i wanted to get opinions on how to spend my limited funds. works are def not in my future.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:33 AM
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the thing with the g35 is that it's really heavy and doesn't respond too well to power/$ invested. meaning you'll dump in a LOT of money and you will still get walked by cheaper cars with less power. i am on a budget myself and am not focused on making my car a rocket, just a daily driver. my next car will hopefully be faster and i can focus on speed. i just think a TT setup is a waste because you still won't be all that fast. g35 is a great Daily driver but not much of a race car.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:47 AM
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problem is i love my car. Its my baby. only way im getting rid of it ever is when its totaled. and i have this sick obsession with spending cash on something only i would ever enjoy.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by johnnydarko
SO I have a wad of cash burning a hole in my jeans and im not sure what to spend it on... Ive been away from home a good 2 months on vacation with another month to go before i get back. been buying stuff online so when i get home ill have a lot of projects to keep me occupied. but im not sure if should go practical use or mods.

So far i bought,

new ac compressor. $175
door actuator kit. $40

still more cash to spend... options are

dw-tech st800 push button start and keyless entry $450
http://www.auto-innovatio.com/magent...ech-st800.html
I say no, get a real alarm with remote start

five axis S5:F Rims 18 inch gunmetal and tires $1600
https://g35driver.com/forums/wheels-...me-wheels.html
bigger wheels?
Spc front and rear camber kits $525 (dropped for 2 years and still no alignment )
http://thmotorsports.com/combo-packa.../i-221817.aspx
How bad is the camber?
Painted 06-07 Oem spoiler $189.99, Cheaper if I can get it used in the marketplace
http://www.spoilerworks.com/spoilers...i-g35/397.html
Possibly, im considering the strafe speed trunk

06-07 Oem Tail lights brand new $425 cheaper used in marketplace
http://www.amazon.com/INFINITI-STYLE.../dp/B003BQSQQU
If you can find a good deal do it

or save up for a used greddy twin turbo setup, tune, and tranny upgrade. Probably run about 7-8k.

which way to go! idk.
Im shallow and likes looks, may i suggest body kit?
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 11:12 AM
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camber is kinda ****. gotta replace my wheels every 9-12 months. i wanted to do 18s instead of 19s cause its my dd and i want to keep ride quality. and i do have a body kit! in my far far future i see... widebody
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 11:14 AM
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^^ as in rear, cuz it looks stock, or is it just a bad pic
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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yea rear is stock, not feeling whats out there. considering strafespeed if i could see it on a IP...
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 11:19 AM
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Photoshop it, i have a CS that i havent painted yet, waiting to do it all at once
 
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Built motor/tranny and TT. Who cares if your car is 7 years old? As long as you build and tune it properly, you should be fine. 400-500whp is plenty fast IMO, unless your goal is to take down Ferrari's and Lambo's.....
 
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Old Mar 30, 2011 | 06:10 PM
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^I like that idea

SPC is a good choice, if you plan on slamming the car then go with SPL.
 
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