Another New Guy

[truegiant]

Hello all,

I just recently got back from a deployment to Iraq. I purchased a low mileage 2003 350z enthusiast. The 6spd shifts smooth and I will admit its actually a nice transition. I have owned several hondas and my last car was a 350whp wrx. I bought this car because it was an amazing deal and the my original intention was to give it to the wife. Not anymore. Its a great daily and I plan on doing some tasteful mods to the car. I have read the FAQ sections and have been doing alot of research. I mostly use forums for there search engines so I dont like to post whore. OTher than that I figured I would add a small list of the mods I am looking to do.

Nismo Exhaust (just because i can pick one up locally used here in ga) Nismo LMGT4 Wheels (I will be waiting until i find a used set of course) Plenum Spacer Aftermarket Springs (Dont want to spend $2500 on coilovers like my last car) Set of test pipes Rear diff gear change and new lsd

I will be attending some local autox events with the car. I got so crazy with my subaru that all daily driveability went out the window. Just want to keep it clean.

I would be interested in hearing from people with the 3.9 or 4.1 rear gears on how there highway cruising and mpg changed. I am not interested in 150mph highway pulls but I dont want to be cruising 70mph at 5k either! Anywho.. If anyone is near savannah and needs help with anything feel free to pm me!

[hsckris]

Welcome. Nice Z!

[BlackSmoke]

First, welcome to NICO.Second, thanks for your service to America. Nissan USA should provide all returning soldiers with a Z. Now that would be a legit COMMEMORATIVE Z.

[rmezz13]

Welcome to NICO!

Have any questions on things you may not find answers to, feel free to ask.

[Watermelonwarrior]

Nismo LMGT4 are some sick wheels. Welcome to nico

[truegiant]

Welcome to NICO!

Have any questions on things you may not find answers to, feel free to ask.

Well since you mentioned questions.. I just purchased a used Nismo Catback exhaust off of ebay from a guy who said he took it off because of a lease turn in. Anywho.. I installed the catback yesterday and noticed that it had way less power and would not rev over 5k. It seems like there is way to much pressure because of a restriction somewhere. I took it back off and shook it to see if there was any "pieces" that were broken in it. I didnt hear anything. Anyone got any suggestions on where to look first. I sent the seller an email stating that we needed to work out a way to do a full refund and I can return the product. If not there will be a dispute opened. Thanks guys and gals!

[Burtonboarder950]

Welcome to nico, glad you have you here. In no more than two hours, you will have a dozen answers to your question. There really are some experts on this forum. I wish i could help, but I can't say i know the answer but good luck!

[audtatious]

Did you use new exhaust gaskets to ensure it was not leaking exhaust? Hell, it's just a cat back so run some water into it to see if it is blocked somewhere you can't see.

Welcome to NICO

[JDMZ32]

First, welcome to NICO.Second, thanks for your service to America.

well that's exactly what i was going to say.

anyway, you picked a great car! i like your plans for it, too.

[rmezz13]

Did you use new exhaust gaskets to ensure it was not leaking exhaust? Hell, it's just a cat back so run some water into it to see if it is blocked somewhere you can't see.

^^What he said..... that and the seller could have lied to you about the reason for getting rid of the exhaust.