At Z Car Garage we live for anything Nissan/Datsun and that includes late model cars like the 350z. The Z33 has been part of our customer base since the beginning, spanning everything from NA and forced induction to full track-spec builds. Josh visited us last year to discuss supercharging his 2008 350z. He acquired it completely stock 3 years ago and slowly began the modification process.
Josh signed on for a Stillen supercharger kit (satin, CARB legal) and we installed it with our typical supporting mods like GTR plugs, and Concept Performance Z 25-row oil cooler (Setrab, T-stat controlled).
The front end needed work to accomodate Josh’s front crash bar. We shifted items around like the water-air exchanger to retain functionality:
Josh also requested installation of parts he had purchased previously like Tomei cams/valve springs for the HR engine. These units worked really well with the blower as seen in the dyno below. A few cam install pictures:
The transmission was crunchy in 3rd and 5th gear so we installed a brand new OEM CD009 transmission:
Backing the VQ is a Z Speed Performance South Bend stage 2 clutch with internal slave delete (CMAK upgrade):
For piece of mind we replaced all engine gaskets and seals:
The differential bushings were replaced with Whiteline parts:
Before/after the Stillen Supercharger installation:
On the dyno the Z made 286hp/252tq baseline. Rob UPREV tuned with the Stillen supercharger making 427hp/311tq at the wheels:
Enjoy the dyno video:
Finally, we had our man William install Josh’s supplied carbon fiber hood, fenders and hood pins.
Josh was really happy with the results and he’s been texting us often:
“I brought in my base model 350z to Rob to get it Supercharged, cammed, and a transmission swap. I was pleased with Rob and the teams work, they knew what was needed for the build. The tune is excellent, I haven’t had any issues with engine codes after excessive driving.”
Enjoy The Boost Josh!
More pics in the gallery below
