And so it begins
11-02-2013, 08:26 AM
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And so it begins
So, I've been going slow with my a car, a 2010 G37s Journey. Added a GTR start button, no HP increase despite my hopes, read and searched the forum most every night and finally made some decisions.
Picked up a set of forged Ray's and had them powder coated (thanks SgtGoldy) and have figured out what size tires to go with (thanks again blnewt!) just need to pull the trigger on the tires. Diode Dynamics LEDs mostly installed, PIAA fogs will go in today or later this week. Got the ECM and trans updated and drove the NJ yesterday (26.5 mpg, not too bad) heading to 180 today for a few adjustments. R2C intake should be waiting for me back in TN and the FI RHFCs should be here in a few weeks.
It was a great car to start with but it's starting to feel a little more "mine" now. It's a lot different than what I've been tinkering with the past couple years but just as much fun.
Picked up a set of forged Ray's and had them powder coated (thanks SgtGoldy) and have figured out what size tires to go with (thanks again blnewt!) just need to pull the trigger on the tires. Diode Dynamics LEDs mostly installed, PIAA fogs will go in today or later this week. Got the ECM and trans updated and drove the NJ yesterday (26.5 mpg, not too bad) heading to 180 today for a few adjustments. R2C intake should be waiting for me back in TN and the FI RHFCs should be here in a few weeks.
It was a great car to start with but it's starting to feel a little more "mine" now. It's a lot different than what I've been tinkering with the past couple years but just as much fun.
11-02-2013, 10:39 AM
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Sure am Brad! If I can get a photo shoot with my dad in I will, depends on when it's done and I head back to TN. If not then I'll have to rely on crappy cell phone pics and my POS digital for a bit.
11-02-2013, 10:45 AM
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Will that be on the stock exhaust? Because that's my plan for next Spring... FI RHFC on the OEM exhaust. And actually, in that I also have the R2C Intake kit, I am very, very interested in how this works out for you.
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11-02-2013, 11:08 AM
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Will that be on the stock exhaust? Because that's my plan for next Spring... FI RHFC on the OEM exhaust. And actually, in that I also have the R2C Intake kit, I am very, very interested in how this works out for you.
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11-02-2013, 11:27 AM
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Are you taking the cats to a shop, or DIY on ramps? Here's some unsolicited advice with this stuff: don't do the cats and the intakes at the same time. Live with one for a little bit before moving on. I know that's a difficult discipline to aspire to, but if your schedule allows for it, I think its good advice.
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11-02-2013, 05:59 PM
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You're welcome. Very excited to watch this thread.
Are you taking the cats to a shop, or DIY on ramps? Here's some unsolicited advice with this stuff: don't do the cats and the intakes at the same time. Live with one for a little bit before moving on. I know that's a difficult discipline to aspire to, but if your schedule allows for it, I think its good advice.
Are you taking the cats to a shop, or DIY on ramps? Here's some unsolicited advice with this stuff: don't do the cats and the intakes at the same time. Live with one for a little bit before moving on. I know that's a difficult discipline to aspire to, but if your schedule allows for it, I think its good advice.
The plan right now is to do the intakes either next weekend or shortly after. The cats won't be here for a few weeks so I'll have at least a month with just the intake. Think that will be long enough? I appreciate the feedback and advice, thank you!
11-02-2013, 07:50 PM
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Here's my post-install thread for reference: https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...s-learned.html
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11-04-2013, 08:02 PM
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Bit of a scope change, the project now includes a BBK upgrade and a new to me set of winter 18s. Right place, right time, great price!
Met Alex and the team on Saturday, great bunch of guys in a really neat location (if you like the city). Alex has an excellent eye and took some time with me to discuss the final project and provide some suggestions and feedback. All spot on and many were items I never considered, the feedback was based on experience and after looking at examples certainly proved to be correct.
Met Alex and the team on Saturday, great bunch of guys in a really neat location (if you like the city). Alex has an excellent eye and took some time with me to discuss the final project and provide some suggestions and feedback. All spot on and many were items I never considered, the feedback was based on experience and after looking at examples certainly proved to be correct.
11-04-2013, 08:36 PM
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Bit of a scope change, the project now includes a BBK upgrade and a new to me set of winter 18s. Right place, right time, great price!
Met Alex and the team on Saturday, great bunch of guys in a really neat location (if you like the city). Alex has an excellent eye and took some time with me to discuss the final project and provide some suggestions and feedback. All spot on and many were items I never considered, the feedback was based on experience and after looking at examples certainly proved to be correct.
Met Alex and the team on Saturday, great bunch of guys in a really neat location (if you like the city). Alex has an excellent eye and took some time with me to discuss the final project and provide some suggestions and feedback. All spot on and many were items I never considered, the feedback was based on experience and after looking at examples certainly proved to be correct.
what suggestions did they provide, share the word please 
I'm curious since I'm in central NJ and not far from OnEighty myself 
11-04-2013, 08:42 PM
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