INSANE LS3-Swapped 350Z Review: V8 POWER in a JDM BEAST!
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2023
- all filming was on closed roads in mexico
the car is fantastic, if you ever are second guessing if you should swap your car just do it ! you wont regret it.
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Dude you look like Paul walker when you’re driving …
Lmao well that guys a beauty so I will take that as a compliment! Lol
The Q45 differential is a 2.76:1. It requires some modification like the input flange needs to be swapped from a 6 bolt to the 4 bolt flange of the 350Z/G35. If you install a limited slip, you're limited to LSDs that are compatible with a 350Z automatic differential, which are more limited. Quaife has them. A LOT cheaper than swapping to a T56 Magnum XL (The Magnum XL because the shifter will line right up with the stock location on the Z/G.). Oh and get out the hammer. You'll need to massage some sheet metal to get the T56 in there.
For those that are curious, the CD00* transmission with the 3.54 rear end is similar to a T56 with 4.4(ish) gears. 1st gear unusable, 6th gear has you running a gas guzzling V8 at 2500 rpm at 70mph (I'm running 285x35xR19 tires). That 2.76:1 drops that to 1900 rpm at 70mph.
I had a lower horsepower aluminum block 5.3L built for a wider, but smooth power band because of the CD00* gearing. Honestly was seriously considering going with a 4.8L. Still rummages around in my brain that I should have. Of course I also think I should have put in the 2.76 diff. I wanted to run a Wavetrac LSD over the Quaife which seems like a silly thing to get stuck on. But, if predictability is a priority, either a T-56, 2.76:1 gears, or really smooth powerband.
Ultimately I wish differentials were easy to swap out. 2.76:1 for cruising around, then throw in a 3.54:1 for the track and just live in 3rd and 4th gear with a very predictable powerband.
Oh, and I'm incredibly jealous of your CAI. It looks like the LS3 manifold gives a lot more room between the TB and radiator. Looks to have a lot less throat and you got you motor back much further in your engine bay. I had to use a very tight bend 90 to clear my radiator with a FAST 92 intake. My LS2 intake had more room, but two of my bolt holes mushroomed on me and I couldn't get them torqued down. I'm using cathedral heads so an LS3 intake isn't doable for me. I also have tall valve covers and because of that to get my motor as far back as yours I'd have to remove sheet metal.
I think the most awesome thing about this entire thing is just the incredible nature of the 350Z/G35 (I swapped a G35) and how easy it is to work on and modify like this. It is so close to plug & play with all the aftermarket support for LS swapping these.
Very good information here. Thanks for sharing ! I will look into that rear end and see what I can do ! Appreciate the time put into this comment 🤝
@@wade_debo There's not much I'd do different the second time around. All of the above I agonized over. Where I made my mistakes was mostly on the engine. As I look at your swap, going with a ls2 or ls3 block with square port heads and the LS3 intake manifold and valve covers looks like the best way to go, and stay away from ultra high lift cams and oversized rockers. Not really any information like that out there in the interwebz so I'm going to shout it from the highest mountain.
@@glevii for sure ! Like I said I appreciate your input !
@@wade_debo Thanks. These are the conversations that need to be more easily found on the internet as people look into doing a project like this. There's a lot of rosy sunshine out there about how cheaply and easily it can be done. You are literally the first person I've seen openly say that 1st gear is useless with the CD00*, when the math clearly shows that 1st gear will be useless with that much low end torque and power. So, you definitely need more subs surrounding this project.
@@glevii thank you ! I hope I help a few others with there decisions as well !
I’d love to see a race against something that would normally put a 350 in the dust! Would be cool to see! The race against the G wasn’t too fair lmao
Yes that’s a great idea ! Maybe find a turbo z around that wants to run
@@wade_debowhere you at? I could get my buddy to bring my gto out for a run if its not too far. 700rwhp low boost 1400 high boodt 69 judge running a destroked ls7 and a 6 speed sequential. Low boost albeit my weight advantage eats plus more hp it's probably a good comparison run.
@@bmxriderforlife1234 instagram me !
Let’s see it👀
...i have a 70roadrunner with a blower on a 451...its long low and mean looking but its just a street car@bmxriderforlife1234
Not only is your garage awesome but you remind me that it isn’t lame to not wanna mopar 💯
Bro you killed it my favorite car of all time
Thank you !
I think Z1 can get you a wavetrac with a custom final drive ratio = more power to the ground less wheel spin and will allow better use of all that low end tq!!
I love that you kept it stock n basic looking = classy!
I have looked into that ! Definitely an option ! Thanks for noticing the classy look I went for !
Always a pleasure seeing such clean workmanship.
You also forgot to apply the Sepia filter for Mexico bro 😂
Ahah good call ! I didn’t even think of that 😂
What a beautiful ride 😍 love the Z
Thanks buddy !
Badass setup, I have a 370z with a BP single turbo kit 6467 and its a menace on the streets
That’s something I wanna try is single turbo on a 370 sounds like a blast !
You've done some awesome work here! Clean n' classy sleeper, minus the exhaust note(in a good way ;) ).
Thank you ! Ahah yes stock 350z until you hear it idle and the side badge that’s about it lol
This is sweet man looks great
Thank you ! 🤝
When you mentioned the cams & headers maxing out the VQ, I felt that. lmao. I'm playing that game still, if my DE blows again, I'll either part out or just VHR swap now that swap kits made it easier
@@jellofuel for sure ! Like I said to nothing wrong with the vq just gets to a point where you really gotta build them to get some good power with boost and such ! I wonder how nice the kits are for VHR are. How involved it is to
I'm running a 2.76 R200 out of a Infiniti Q45 on my 350z. Pairs up perfectly with a Quaif LSD for 350z auto (no half stub change required). You only need to swap the driveshaft flange over to bolt right up. 20% taller gearing, 120kph in my 350z is now just under 2100 RPM.
@@fritzmckellar1756 thank you ! This is great info !
You nailed it.
Good thing you were in "Mexico" for all that driving!
Absolutely
I like how you put a 6.2 badge on the side lol 😂. Gotta let them know whats up.
Ahah yes exactly !
The nismo kit on this would go hard
I do agree I love the nismo body style. The rear bumper on them is awesome !
Cool build I am doing a build with similar intentions in a Mazda rx8. LS3, T56 magnum, ford 8.8 with 3.73 gears.
It really is impressive that the cd009 can take that kind of abuse! A t56 magnum was around $4500 CAD, but then you need to change your driveshaft, change the shifter, get a new clutch, get a bell housing etc definitely can add up
Oh for sure that’s why I’m a little hesitant to make the switch to t56 since the trans feels very close to oem in the car despite the shifter being pretty close it drives like it used it with the v6 in it cruising and such. I would probably switch the rear end before anything for longer gear choice !
An LS IN A Z is always the way to go. Definitely want to do this as next evolution for this platform. Don't know how much /economical it can be done for. What's needed. I e exhausted everything for this platform. An LS Z roadster would be 🎉. Def wanna be one of the few.
Great idea ! You don’t see it done much to the roadster. I have a few videos you can get an idea of what it cost and what you need.
This is insane… I’m ready to do this
Glad you got the excitement to get your project going from my video !
They don't make em' like that in Mexico baby, WOOOOO
Definitely 🤛
I’ll buy it rn!
love the build , how do you feel about silicone heater and radiator hoses do they leak over time ? i have some from Z1 that i’m reluctant on installing
Thanks ! I personally have never had an issue with them ! They are easy to work with and pretty cost efficient
Next time you go to Mexico I’d like the passenger seat please!! 😂 also any visual mods you would want to add to the 350z? Lip, skirt or spoiler?
Anytime ! And yea I have a few that I’m peeking at I may pull the trigger on them !
Perfect 💯🔥👍
Amazing car. Will a supercharger fit with the SIKKY kit? Understand the engine sits lower which is a good thing, but it does sit further back so do you know if a supercharger will fit under the hood and not hit the firewall?
Thanks
I would imagine it would! I would have to remove the strut bar to fit it for height .
Which song from Beats Provider did you use here? its really good
Love the build! How did you make the tachometer work from V6 to V8?
Thanks ! I used a module to communicate with the tach ! It’s inline with the harness
It's called a Can Bus Translator. Not only integrates the Tach, but also the OBD2 (Check Engine), and you can use the Nissan gas (throttle) pedal. You can use the stock wiring for your cooling fans and upgrade those, and your HVAC and ABS will work. I did use a GM E38 ECU for my swap though. I'm not sure how you'd integrate an aftermarket solution like Haltech, etc.
Nice LS swap 350z! Good job! Question about the SerialNine shifter. Is it worth the money? Can you WOT power shift it into 3rd?
It’s a good setup shifter, it is tight and very easy to money shift if your not use to it. But it does the trick I’m sure there is lots of others that have a bit more throw to them so it’s less likely to miss a gear.
@@wade_debo Thats great to hear. I just ordered it for my drift car. I have money shifted other brands too. My issue is I break the handles off at the bases. Where the bolt hold the handle to the base. Ive broke the stock, 2 b&m and 1 Mazworx in the same spot. All on WOT 2-3 powershifts drifting. Your video and comments helped me decide. Thank you
I love the work that you did to it. What's the cost to date as it sits?
Thanks ! Not to much has changed to it since the video cost to build this car ! You can check that one out 👍
Bro you remind me of Paul walker for some reason bro much love
Ahaha I love hearing that, a few people have mentioned that in the comments ! Thanks for watching 🤝
@@wade_debo only when your in the zone doing pulls though haha you look super enthusiastic
WOW! I want it!!
Man. I may have to pay you to do this someday for my Z.
I would love to help with that !
Fkn rad man. I just riddin in one 5.3 swap on a drift track man, I’m in love. I want to get into this. Looked it up and found you. I do straight line stuff man but this tandem drifting. I would rather drift than to kiss a pretty girl man
Right on ! How does the 5.3 work ? Looking to maybe do that in the next car !
It ripped man. It was violent man. I did notice the 1st an 2nd gear too
What year is your 350Z? Do you wish you had the front and rear spoiler (tour package)?
It’s a 2006 , I am trying to find a front lip that I like it’s hard to find one that looks good and fits good !
You can use 3.3 diff from a Infiniti g37. Nissan 350z manual come with 3.5 and automatic 3.69
I will take a look into that ! Thanks !
What clutch and exhaust are installed on the car? Sounds awesome!!
The exhaust is 80 percent custom made. It’s paired with the Motordyne TDX2 exhaust. Thanks ! Clutch is a stage 3 south bend 6 puck.
I don't see the ac compressor in there , I'm in central Florida, you need ac down here unless you are just running around during the cool season.
I’m located in Canada ! The summers aren’t to crazy hot hear and we get the winter so the cars are Way for about 4 to 5 months I’m more of a windows down driver with the cars.
I had a z and I sold it I want one back for sure I can’t decide if I wanna buy and hr and just turbo it or do ls3 swap . Ls3 swap is cool but Ik it’ll cost way less with turbo hr and you’ll make more
For sure it all depends what your willing to spend really. You could always turbo the ls3 ? Or turbo a 6.0 that’s a cheaper engine.
Do you think you would go to a T56 trans? Since the gears are so short on the CD009
I would like to try a rear end if I can find something out there but if not I could maybe consider t56. But I already have to buy a t56 for the supra so two trans might be a little much one once !
What tire size do you run in the back? My 6.7 stroker ls2 should be back from the shop here soon. I currently run 295's with my widebody
Nice ! I run a 275 in the back I may switch to a 285 soon !
@@wade_debo Sounds good!
Honestly. “And you’ll have to trust me on this” you mentioned you don’t bring the z out too much. But get some R888 Nitos for it. They aren’t the best for longevity but I guarantee that you’ll love it for sticking. It’s the best street tire I’ve seen run on these. My buddy has a 2jz 350z making 700s and says they were a game changer!
@@AirsoftWolfie for sure ! I run nto1 on the supra they are fairly similar to the r888 I’m sure I will like the benefit of having some more grip !
Bro you need 285 with some sticky tires!
Dude, this is SICKKKKK!!!!
Thank you !
I might have missed it but what are you using to run the oem gauge with the ls
I didn’t mention how it works ! It’s working through a can bus module that wirring specialties makes !
Im working on my swap and now and its very difficult to get into 1st and second gear. Also just moving the shifter in neutral is difficult, when i move it to far right i can see the reverse lockout on shifter rotate clockwise, and when i push it left it rotates counterclockwise. Any ideas whats happening?
Sounds like maybe the clutch isn’t disengaging properly? It’s hard to say with it not in front of me ! I know it is tough to shift after installing that tight serialnine shifter.
@wade_debo I was able to get it into all gears easily however it's still rotating not sure why and if I should even be worried about it. Lol I just want to drive it again
Have you ever brought your z to the track? I track my g35 and I would love to ls swap it, but I was planning on supercharging it instead so that the weight balance stays the same.
Now knowing that the ls sits lower and further back than the Vq, I’m wondering how close to oem that weight balance is.
Yea I would like to take it to the track and see I will have to get a different wheel/tire setup get some 18 inch wheels on some sticky tires and see how it does !
@@wade_debo sounds good, I’m looking forward to seeing it!
@@V35_Obsidian1uz swap! I’m pretty sure they’re like 100lbs lighter than an ls. Make less power but ported heads, cam and higher rev limiter (set super low from factory because you know Toyota, reliability) you can make LS power N/A. I’ve competed with a 1uz swapped Supra in champcar and they were fucking fast!
@dertmatyui I haven’t really considered the 1uz, I’ll look into it!
do i need to buy a better trans if i engine swap to a ls3?
Totally up to you ! The cd009 trans gen 2 is super strong and can handle a lot of power but the ratios are the only thing I dislike about it
Hey dude! I saw you used the wiring specialties wiring. Are you using the canbus module to talk to the Body control module? If so did you retain ABS and how was tuning done on the GM ECU?
NVM about the tuning lol. I hit enter before i got to that part of the video
Yes I used the canbus module to communicate with the BCM and ABS is all working as designed to !! 👍
@@wade_debo heck yeah dude! Thank you!!! Been looking for this info on the forums but your video gave me a visual aid to understanding. Building mine for time attack and hoping next winter to start the project!
@@PhilJue that’s awesome ! I am glad I could help in a way ! If you have any more questions that may come up feel free to ask ! You can DM me on instagram as well 👍 thanks for the support
You run gm ecu ?
Bro I love that exhaust setup 😍.
I also don't like how low the gear ratio is using the Cd009 with my ls1 Z. @loj sells a rear differential with taller gears. They are out of stock at the moment but thats what I'm eventually going with.
Thanks ! Ok awesome thanks for the tip ! I will check LOJ for the rear gears !
@@wade_debo That's the 2.76:1 Q45 rear. I pretty much just quoted the LOJ site, but you might be able to source a rear end elsewhere. Stephen Dorrick over at LOJ is a massive wealth of information. (I didn't want to come into somebody's page that went with the SIKKY swap kits and start raving about the LOJ kits.)
Mainly I rave about Stephen, as I'm sure the products are very similar in quality. But for for an average idiot like me, having a quick resource that's VERY responsive and has pretty much seen it all with these swaps and actually raced these swaps, was just as valuable as the product itself.
Are you tracking your car? I haven't been to the track yet, and before I pull the trigger on the Q45 rear end (especially after I had a Wavetrac installed in my 3.54:1) I wanted to track it a few times. Because my brain and my math is saying the 3.54:1 will shine at the track.
@@glevii yea I could see the 3.54:1 working well at the track I don’t track my cars really it’s mostly just street cars ! Maybe I can meet in the middle with a gear ratio just to drop it a few hundred RPM and hopefully it helps with street and track.
@@glevii for sure ! I was about to pull the trigger on the LOJ but this just made sense at the time ! I have a few of there parts on the car currently!
get a awd rear end, that's what I did. and tons of options for rear ends.....
Yea maybe I will look into that ! Thanks !
Please tell me your exact wheels and sizes. I love them and want them for mine!
They are varrstoen ES2 wheels 19x9.5 in the front and 19x10.5 in the rear ! Both positive 12 offset
do you have a motordyne exhaust on that?
Yes I do ‘ I custom made a lot of it tho added in some mufflers and paired it with my own setup from the middle of the car back.
What Rims and tires are you using on your LS swapped Z
They are varrstoen ES2 and fire hawk Indy 500. The tires aren’t the greatest for this setup but they where from the previous engine setup ! Just getting the use out of them then gonna switch to something more sticky !
@@wade_debo Are the Varrstoen Es2's 19's all around? They just look like they fill more then normal 18's or i'm just imaging things lol.
@@bryanperry280 yep they are 19x9.5 in the front and 19x10.5 in the rear ! Both +12 offset.
Can you tell me what wiring harness you used?
I used wirring specialties harness they made it custom !
Thanks
would be funny to change the badge to a 620Z
Love it !
can you ls swap a auto 350z? i got one high mileage and want to ls swap in the future lol
I’m not to sure if they make a kit for the auto factory 350z transmission I’m sure there is a kit to make it work around !
Look up loj conversation literally a whole swap kit for it and it’s pretty expensive but you do get to keep everything oem
Nice dope... how much all this cost bro..
There is a video on the Chanel for a build cost ! Should check that out 👍
is ls3 swap worth it? i wanna ls swap a new edge mustang
For sure it is ! The amount of fun it is you can’t beat it ! Even building the car was fun
alright ill try to ls swap it when i have the chance!@@wade_debo
You dont change rear wheels for wider rims?? Man more wide more stable for that v8
I will be switching up the setup soon !
Cant you put vette gears in?
I would love to try and match it if I can ! Maybe a different rear end
@@wade_debo i think it is possible, mike myke put them in his 350z if im not mistaken, idk if he changed the whole rear end, but he did put 370z axels on and vette gears in and now he says they’re super long! Check him out on here
What about t56 ford rear end? Isn't that common?
BTW, your build is immaculate. I really agree, EVERYTHING working like stock would be the biggest deal for me too.
Last thing I'll say. HAVE YOU CONSIDERED A GATED SHIFTER? MIGHT BE SICK WITH YOUR BUILD AND HELP THE FEAR OF MONEY SHIFTING. KEEP IT MANUAL THOUGH
Thank you !
Yea there is a few options out there ! May switch to a t56 in the future as well. Haven’t decided yet !
What cam?
BTR stage 3 street cam.
How much would one of these run? Sell me yours
Depends the quality of the build and how good of shape the car is ! I would say mine is very clean low km and done right in my opinion I would sell for 55,000 or 60,000 it’s immaculate condition under and on paint.
Looks like he could use a lower seat , his head looks too high in the car
Yea maybe I will switch them out for some race seats eventually! I’m a bit on the taller side so it would help !
Subbed just wondering no ac?
There is lines I have setup to be tapped into. At the time I didn’t know what kit to use for the AC. Plus I don’t normally run AC in the cars any way. It’s not terribly hot where I live ! Adding AC is definitely not hard to do after the swap tho !
Wait was that a muscle car ?
I'll trade you my auto diff for yours.