Just got a 2013 G37 in Carlisle PA
01-19-2019, 03:27 PM
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Do you daily drive your G? How often do you accelerate vs. taking a corner? How often do you track your boat? Im not saying a sway bar doesn't improve handling. Im saying use that money else where, as in a good intake or exhaust so you get some actual use of your performance upgrades.
The newly discovered rear differential brace is also a awesome upgrade that allows near perfect power delivery and traction. Highly recommended and only a 20 minute install.
01-19-2019, 03:33 PM
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On that note, my father has prioritized a rack and pinion upgrade as well as beefier sway bars and suspension on his '69 Firebird. The man has never dragged or tracked a car in his life but even he understands those upgrades will immensely benefit the handling of the car; even if he just plans to take it out on Sunday drives.
01-19-2019, 03:35 PM
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What is wrong with me stating a 2 ton coupe is more fun with an exhaust than with suspension upgrades? I daily my IPL. Idk about you, but I accelerate far more than I backroad or take an on ramp. I would even argue my tomei brings more enjoyment from driving than all the suspension upgrades lol
01-19-2019, 03:40 PM
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You're moving the goal posts to make your point...
A RWD G37 Coupe weighs 3,600 pds. Both, the new STI and Evo X are 3,500pds and come with less HP than a G37. Are you saying they don't belong anywhere near a track?
A sway bar upgrade is in the ball park of $100-120. OP doesn't need to go for a full name brand set to yield the benefits. You argue OP wouldn't use a proper set of summer tires...Yet, they would only benefit him every time he steps on the throttle; or a sway bar that would be noticed on every turn.
I will agree, lighter rims = less unsprung mass but why not suggest he slap heavy 19s or 20s on if he will never be in a situation to use the weight reduction effectively? Or, the loudest single exit muffler available? OP wouldn't learn or gain one ounce* of experience doing either of those. A shop would be required.
A RWD G37 Coupe weighs 3,600 pds. Both, the new STI and Evo X are 3,500pds and come with less HP than a G37. Are you saying they don't belong anywhere near a track?
A sway bar upgrade is in the ball park of $100-120. OP doesn't need to go for a full name brand set to yield the benefits. You argue OP wouldn't use a proper set of summer tires...Yet, they would only benefit him every time he steps on the throttle; or a sway bar that would be noticed on every turn.
I will agree, lighter rims = less unsprung mass but why not suggest he slap heavy 19s or 20s on if he will never be in a situation to use the weight reduction effectively? Or, the loudest single exit muffler available? OP wouldn't learn or gain one ounce* of experience doing either of those. A shop would be required.
01-19-2019, 03:41 PM
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On that note, my father has prioritized a rack and pinion upgrade as well as beefier sway bars and suspension on his '69 Firebird. The man has never dragged or tracked a car in his life but even he understands those upgrades will immensely benefit the handling of the car; even if he just plans to take it out on Sunday drives.
01-19-2019, 04:02 PM
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You mentioned you enjoy accelerating yet argue against summer tires which only help you in that regard. I have fun making the VQ sing as much as the next enthusiast but nothing beats ripping around a bend, maintaining momentum, and not thinking for a second about touching the brake.
Are you straight piped...I think that will address the elephant in the room...
01-19-2019, 04:30 PM
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Happens as one matures and prioritizes handling, suspension and driving dynamics over making lots of noise....No point in going fast if it can't be controlled. No matter the horsepower figure.
You mentioned you enjoy accelerating yet argue against summer tires which only help you in that regard. I have fun making the VQ sing as much as the next enthusiast but nothing beats ripping around a bend, maintaining momentum, and not thinking for a second about touching the brake.
Are you straight piped...I think that will address the elephant in the room...
You mentioned you enjoy accelerating yet argue against summer tires which only help you in that regard. I have fun making the VQ sing as much as the next enthusiast but nothing beats ripping around a bend, maintaining momentum, and not thinking for a second about touching the brake.
Are you straight piped...I think that will address the elephant in the room...
01-19-2019, 04:50 PM
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There's hope yet....
I went exhaust, header, intake mods on my first car and admittedly, I enjoyed it. Although, I installed a sway bar after year 4-5 of ownership and was kicking myself for not installing one sooner. Engine blew before I could take suspension upgrades any further but it was a learning experience. Unless you have a vehicle with mag ride, 'power' mods can be addressed later; if exhaust dBs are of importance, a muffler delete can be accomplished for free.
In reality, OP could spend less than $120 and have a better handling car instantly. After that, have at it but that mod will be recommended by 99% of G owners. Can't exactly make a sound argument against that.
Also, oddly enough, upgrading the interior lights to LEDs and GTR map lenses...They give the car a much more modern and upscale feel (also you can see a hell of a lot better) and I've gotten recognition and compliments on them vs. any other mod....Weird.
I went exhaust, header, intake mods on my first car and admittedly, I enjoyed it. Although, I installed a sway bar after year 4-5 of ownership and was kicking myself for not installing one sooner. Engine blew before I could take suspension upgrades any further but it was a learning experience. Unless you have a vehicle with mag ride, 'power' mods can be addressed later; if exhaust dBs are of importance, a muffler delete can be accomplished for free.
In reality, OP could spend less than $120 and have a better handling car instantly. After that, have at it but that mod will be recommended by 99% of G owners. Can't exactly make a sound argument against that.
Also, oddly enough, upgrading the interior lights to LEDs and GTR map lenses...They give the car a much more modern and upscale feel (also you can see a hell of a lot better) and I've gotten recognition and compliments on them vs. any other mod....Weird.
01-19-2019, 05:09 PM
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There's hope yet....
I went exhaust, header, intake mods on my first car and admittedly, I enjoyed it. Although, I installed a sway bar after year 4-5 of ownership and was kicking myself for not installing one sooner. Engine blew before I could take suspension upgrades any further but it was a learning experience. Unless you have a vehicle with mag ride, 'power' mods can be addressed later; if exhaust dBs are of importance, a muffler delete can be accomplished for free.
In reality, OP could spend less than $120 and have a better handling car instantly. After that, have at it but that mod will be recommended by 99% of G owners. Can't exactly make a sound argument against that.
Also, oddly enough, upgrading the interior lights to LEDs and GTR map lenses...They give the car a much more modern and upscale feel (also you can see a hell of a lot better) and I've gotten recognition and compliments on them vs. any other mod....Weird.
I went exhaust, header, intake mods on my first car and admittedly, I enjoyed it. Although, I installed a sway bar after year 4-5 of ownership and was kicking myself for not installing one sooner. Engine blew before I could take suspension upgrades any further but it was a learning experience. Unless you have a vehicle with mag ride, 'power' mods can be addressed later; if exhaust dBs are of importance, a muffler delete can be accomplished for free.
In reality, OP could spend less than $120 and have a better handling car instantly. After that, have at it but that mod will be recommended by 99% of G owners. Can't exactly make a sound argument against that.
Also, oddly enough, upgrading the interior lights to LEDs and GTR map lenses...They give the car a much more modern and upscale feel (also you can see a hell of a lot better) and I've gotten recognition and compliments on them vs. any other mod....Weird.
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