G37x... (Awd for big power is good!)
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G37x... (Awd for big power is good!)
I'm trying to decide between getting a G37x & putting a turbo kit on it, or getting a BMW 335xi and upgrading the twin turbo system.
I'd like to do the Infiniti, but I'm not sure about the strength of the 6 speed tranny... You can always build a strong engine, but it seems that the transmission is always the weak link.
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I'd like to do the Infiniti, but I'm not sure about the strength of the 6 speed tranny... You can always build a strong engine, but it seems that the transmission is always the weak link.
Any input?
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Check out this thread in the Engine, Drivetrain & Forced-Induction section
GT Motorsports: GTM Turn-Key G37 Twin Turbo, GTM Resonated TP, A/T, 481rwhp/413r
GT Motorsports: GTM Turn-Key G37 Twin Turbo, GTM Resonated TP, A/T, 481rwhp/413r
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But, considering the good strong 6 speed and proven upgrade path, maybe the 335xi is the ticket...
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I'm trying to decide between getting a G37x & putting a turbo kit on it, or getting a BMW 335xi and upgrading the twin turbo system.
I'd like to do the Infiniti, but I'm not sure about the strength of the 6 speed tranny... You can always build a strong engine, but it seems that the transmission is always the weak link.
Any input?
I'd like to do the Infiniti, but I'm not sure about the strength of the 6 speed tranny... You can always build a strong engine, but it seems that the transmission is always the weak link.
Any input?
Also, to upgrade turbos on the 335, you're gonna have to build the motor anyways.... the G will end up costing you less and result in more power.
FWIW, the 6MT on the G can handle plenty of power; there are cars over 700whp using the stock tranny.
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just get the 335, put a JuiceBox3 in it and your in the high 12s. My buddy just ran a 12.9 @ 110mph 2 nights ago at Atcoraceway. His is automatic too. all he did was invest $600 for the chip. putting a turbo in the G is not cheap, not to mention that you are gonna void all warranty on this car. with the Juicebox for the bmw, there is a tuner code clear that you can buy for like $350 and voila, warranty for everything.. My buddy blew his turbos at 7100 miles on his new 335 with the chip, he bought the code clearer and towed the bmw back acting dumb and he got 2 new turbos.
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You'll be stuck with the 7AT on the G37x. However, the tranny will hold power just fine.
Also, to upgrade turbos on the 335, you're gonna have to build the motor anyways.... the G will end up costing you less and result in more power.
FWIW, the 6MT on the G can handle plenty of power; there are cars over 700whp using the stock tranny.
Also, to upgrade turbos on the 335, you're gonna have to build the motor anyways.... the G will end up costing you less and result in more power.
FWIW, the 6MT on the G can handle plenty of power; there are cars over 700whp using the stock tranny.
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just get the 335, put a JuiceBox3 in it and your in the high 12s. My buddy just ran a 12.9 @ 110mph 2 nights ago at Atcoraceway. His is automatic too. all he did was invest $600 for the chip. putting a turbo in the G is not cheap, not to mention that you are gonna void all warranty on this car. with the Juicebox for the bmw, there is a tuner code clear that you can buy for like $350 and voila, warranty for everything.. My buddy blew his turbos at 7100 miles on his new 335 with the chip, he bought the code clearer and towed the bmw back acting dumb and he got 2 new turbos.
towed the bmw back acting dumb
Just your typical BMW owner I suppose
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So you're advising the OP to get a 335 and mod her then face the consequence of blown turbo's?? Go for the G37x and send her to GTM, after reading through their threads I am fully convinced those people can do the impossible. I'm sure they can build that transfer case to sustain all the power. Still cheaper than building the engine IMO and besides, The 335 is already unrealiable enough in the stock state, I can't even imagine dealing with all the extra "chipped" power
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Invisibra, why not extend your options further and consider the Nissan GT-R.
You don't have to tinker with the engineering, you get your 485hp twin turbocharged 3.8L engine, ATTESA E-TS AWD, dual clutch 6 speed transmission. I always considered GT-R as the "Superman" of our "Clark Kent" G37x.
You don't have to tinker with the engineering, you get your 485hp twin turbocharged 3.8L engine, ATTESA E-TS AWD, dual clutch 6 speed transmission. I always considered GT-R as the "Superman" of our "Clark Kent" G37x.
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So you're advising the OP to get a 335 and mod her then face the consequence of blown turbo's?? Go for the G37x and send her to GTM, after reading through their threads I am fully convinced those people can do the impossible. I'm sure they can build that transfer case to sustain all the power. Still cheaper than building the engine IMO and besides, The 335 is already unrealiable enough in the stock state, I can't even imagine dealing with all the extra "chipped" power
Yeah, and how long is the engine gunna last -- and yeah, every single BMW stealer is gunna be sympathetic to a modded/chipped BMW and will just swap out yer engine and turbos and give you a car wash and a back rub and you're on your way! Nice. It's that easy, folks.