Getting ready to order the full kit p/n 4NZ218-038L.

This will be installed on a 03 G35 6MT Brembo coupe.

Looking for anyone locally with experience. Any issues you encountered with installation, wiring, smog checks, driveability?

What about any other parts that are recommended? Steps the install manual leaves out? Tips for best results? Tricks? Please share 'em here.

 

Boost is fun so welcome to the club!

First off, if you haven't already, read this thread...all of it:
http://my350z.com/forum/forced-induc...questions.html

Before ordering the full kit, you should talk to your tuner about what he/she recommends for fuel, engine management, and supporting mods. Where do you plan to go for tuning?

 

Thanks, It's been on the bucket list for ages.

I'm not talking to a tuner, and don't plan on any tuning... not even sure it's possible with the kit as it comes with a piggy back fmu.

Sticking to the complete kit for now. Down the road, we'll see...

 

Supporting mods are:

Greedy Evo TT true dual exhaust
Motordyne 5/16 plenum spacer
Volk 19" CE28N Time Attack with 245 / 275 Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position rubber

 

You really need to hit the pause button and start talking to a tuner ASAP. Also, please read that FAQ that I posted. Comments like this make me think you haven't done enough research.
Without a proper tune, the only thing you're going to find down the road is a blown motor. Living in the bay area, you have access to one of the best Nissan/Infiniti shops on the west coast at Z Car Garage. It will take you time to get in their queue, but you really should be working with a shop even if you plan to install the kit yourself.

 

Yes, I've read the faq numerous times. That is where the above quote originated.

Don't get me wrong-- I do understand how important a good tune can be. I went half mad trying to get my last OBD1 ride running perfectly after an engine swap. GM Assembly level code anyone?

But, with all respect, there is nothing to tune here man

Thanks for your help (seriously appreciate it). Enlighten me? What part of this kit can be "tuned"?

 

This, from the linked FAQ, posted by OP:

 

OP you have to tune AFR or air to fuel ratio. Without tuning it you may burn up a valve or overheat certain parts of the engine.

 

Then why does Vortech state on their website :

"Vortech's G35 Supercharging Systems are available as either a complete, fully calibrated bolt-on system, or as a V-3 SCi tuner kit for custom installations"
http://www.vortechsuperchargers.com/page.php?id=30118

 

I've taken the time to email a vortech rep regarding this point, as well as contact zcargarage.

Rob at zcargarage was very helpful as well in answering questions and confirmed this. Also went as far to say that even if I brought the car in after install, there would be nothing they could do to tune it unless I replaced the vortech supplied fmu and timing unit.

 

If anyone has experience with the complete 'full kit' as sold by Vortech, with splitsecond timing box and fmu installed. I'd love to hear.

Thanks all.

 

how much is this kit going to cost you ? mileage on engine ?

 

around $5700 for the kit and roughly 100K on the block

 

I just hit 100k , was wondering if it was better to source an engine with low mileage and build that .. I would like to be CARB exempt myself or well at least start with that kit , do some upgrades and detune for smog

 

Unboxed and ready for install over the holiday weekend.