With 90k miles on the odometer Dannie P decided it was time to start modding his 2005 FX35. Infiniti’s sporty crossover luckily runs the familiar VQ35 as seen in the Z/G sportscars so similar bolt-on options are available. Dannie wasn’t impressed with the Kinetix intake plenum he had previously installed so we went back to the factory unit. Bassani makes a wonderful sounding dual-exhaust system for Z’s so modified one to fit on the FX–a ZCG first.
Slightly larger tips look great in the factory exits:
Big thanks to Christian at 034 Motorsport for letting us put the FX on their awd dyno for an UPREV tuning session. We started with a baseline of 177hp/191tq and finished with 209hp/205tq at the (4) wheels. Peak gains were +32hp/14tq! Note the increased rev limit with power available all the way to 7krpm:
To enjoy the extra power, suspension and braking upgrades are always smart . GTSPEC bracing reduces chassis flex and a Stoptech sport kit improves braking duties:
The underbody bracing clears the Bassani exhaust:
Enjoy The Ride Dannie!
Comments Off on Sportier Crossover: Dannie’s FX35
***Dear Customers and Friends we want to remind you that Z Car Garage will be closed from 12/21/13 through 1/1/14 and open for business on 1/2/14***
We want to say thanks to our customers, friends and the crew at ZCG for making 2013 a wonderful and productive year!
Comments Off on Reminder: ZCG Closed 12/21/13 to 1/1/14
Russell came in for a 15k service, new tires and a few suspension upgrades.
Stoptech brake pads and Hotchkis sway bars are simple, effective upgrades:
The Hotchkis sway bars are noticeably larger and stiffer than OEM units:
Russell can now enjoy driving his sedan in the twisty stuff!
Comments Off on Russel’s G37 Sedan
Andre G wanted to make getting from point A to B a little more exciting so he came to us for an UPREV tune and shorter gears. The Nissan OEM 4.08:1 gearset really wakes up the 370Z’s acceleration off the line…one of the most effective mods you can do.
Installing the new ring and pinion:
The NISMO finned-aluminum diff cover helps keep things cool:
With the UPREV tune Andre picked up +10hp/7tq for a total of 311hp/263tq to the wheels:
We hear Andre has caught the drag racing bug. Quicker acceleration and more power should yield some faster times…see you at the races!
Comments Off on Andre’s 370z
***Dear Customers and Friends we want to remind you that Z Car Garage will be closed from 12/21/13 through 1/1/14 and open for business on 1/2/14***
We want to say thanks to our customers, friends and the crew at ZCG for making 2013 a wonderful and productive year!
Comments Off on Happy Holidays From Z Car Garage!
