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Old 03-06-2009, 05:43 AM
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NicoClub Project G37 addressing track issues

http://www.nicoclub.com/articles/pro...37-part1.shtml

Interesting start. I agree with the shortcomings they noted. They are addressing: oil temps, clutch, brakes. If they continue to track and fix, I suspect they will stiffen the suspension too.
Old 03-06-2009, 09:29 AM
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It'll be interesting to see how the project comes along and the results of their modifications.
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The only big thing the G37 needs on the track is an oil cooler. Once you stop that overheating thing, it's a very very capable track car. I'm not really sure about the clutch problems they had. I've never had that issue. Though admittedly the whole overheating thing limited the time I could spend on the track.

I'm sure for real racing you'd overheat the brakes and want a stiffer suspension, but for 7/10ths track days, it's pretty damn good straight from the factory. Other than the oil temp issue.
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I havent ran into this issue yet... but im glad there project is a G37
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interesting.
Old 03-06-2009, 09:27 PM
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very interesting, to bad they trip out on you when you mention this site and Driver
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i'll keep my eye on this thread
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interesting read.
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http://www.nicoclub.com/articles/pro...37-part2.shtml

Part 2 is online - Installing Coilovers
Old 03-14-2009, 10:54 AM
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Nice, cant wait to see how this turns out. Looks like they went with BC Coils which I am sure will be criticized by some.
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Part 3 is in and they briefly talk about on track experience

http://www.nicoclub.com/articles/pro...37-part3.shtml
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Cool. Coming along nicely.
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Its nice, but they just lowered the fronts 1" to match the rear. Thats not aggressive at all..
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we need more technical info on these cars.


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