Infiniti Q50 Engine Swapped Nissan 370Z Review: 400Z on a Budget?

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  • @ThatDudeinBlue
    @ThatDudeinBlue  3 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    Z1 literally beat Nissan to the punch after nearly 12 years 😂

    • @briandavis4324
      @briandavis4324 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not surprised.

    • @spooler7828
      @spooler7828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Ah NO.... The first one was built by MA-Motorsports for Nissan and displayed at SEMA.

    • @spideybuildscars
      @spideybuildscars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@spooler7828 I didn’t know that

    • @drizzetsrevenge
      @drizzetsrevenge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@spooler7828 that car was not complete and functional.

    • @spooler7828
      @spooler7828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@spideybuildscars Oh Yes, My car was delayed because they were working on this one. I didn't know why until after it was shown at Sema. It was an orange Nismo. Look it up on Instagram.

  • @BCJDM
    @BCJDM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +287

    Technically Nissan built a 370Z with this motor a couple of years back at SEMA.

    • @kickass2733
      @kickass2733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Sad we never got that build as a trim level for the 370z. But hey Atleast we’ll get it now with the 400z. It should be very fun to drive

    • @spooler7828
      @spooler7828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yeap, it was built by MA-Motorsports for Nissan.

    • @drizzetsrevenge
      @drizzetsrevenge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      They had the engine in it running-ish, but the car wasn't really usable.

    • @JTube571
      @JTube571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      If you think about it, that car was a very early prototype towards the new car.

    • @spooler7828
      @spooler7828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@drizzetsrevenge I think it was a proof of concept for Nissan. It was hush hush. My car was waiting in line due to this one.

  • @basithph8958
    @basithph8958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    The VR30 is an underrated engine an amazing engine with tons of potential

    • @yasseenelassar8328
      @yasseenelassar8328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Reliability is trash. Drive belt can’t even handle stock power, Had to replace my belt and realign ac compressor every 10,000 miles so I never did full bolt on like I wanted to. They’re pretty notorious for it. Sold it a few months ago. That’s why Nissan is probably gonna drop an improved version of it in the next car. If not, 400z is gonna flop. No point getting a car capable of 500+ with a few mods, if the belt won’t even stay on 400 crank

    • @flexican77
      @flexican77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@yasseenelassar8328 belt is just cheap. I personally replaced mine with a gates belt. I did the LDP exhaust, ecutek tune, suspension work, brakes, and did an hpde event, and other than the slushbox transmission, it was a blast to drive

    • @Slapshot544
      @Slapshot544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@yasseenelassar8328 Boosted VHR>Vr30

    • @g32k
      @g32k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you go aftermarket turbos, not even an if it’s a when they’ll blow.

    • @q6_zilla
      @q6_zilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@yasseenelassar8328 sounds like your dealer just didn't know how to fix it or you got a lemon. I'm at 60k miles only replaced belt once at 37k.

  • @Zanthin8
    @Zanthin8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    As a q60 owner who desperately wants a manual, this made me even more interested in the 400z 🤔

    • @JTube571
      @JTube571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Might be cheaper to manual swap. Give Z1 a call.

    • @BigHeadClan
      @BigHeadClan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Well the Q50/60 redesign is going to follow right behind the Z and they may bring back the manual with this generation,
      spoke with a few service managers in my area and they said it was the top 3 asks they get from owners.
      Granted its still unlikely we will see it return to the platform, it will almost guaranteed sport the new 9-speed transmission
      that Nissan has shown off this year.

    • @JTube571
      @JTube571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@BigHeadClan Dealers typically don't know much about upcoming product, especially anyone in service. Take it with a grain of salt.

    • @slicktop2jz855
      @slicktop2jz855 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      CZP did the manual swap as well

    • @Zanthin8
      @Zanthin8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BigHeadClan I haven't heard anything about a redesign or a manual. As much as i would love it, It wouldn't make good business sense to put a manual in a q...its too luxury(heavy) and not enough sports car. But In 4 or 5 years a used a 400z should be pretty affordable, ill wait

  • @q6_zilla
    @q6_zilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Im just happy my car is gonna get a whole bunch new aftermarket support once this thing drops lol.

    • @robertpal9
      @robertpal9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I feel that. The q60 is such a beautiful platform but it’s SOO underrated. I feel like when I see another q60 it’s like a unicorn

    • @SheddysGaming
      @SheddysGaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I finally got another job where I can afford a nice car (long story, just wanted to take a break and smoke a lot while the world ran from the Boogeyman)
      And I'm so glad to see a solution to the Q's only problem.. no clutch pedal :)

    • @sixstrz8310
      @sixstrz8310 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much hp can the stock vr30 hold? 18 wrx owner here might go Nissan soon lol

    • @q6_zilla
      @q6_zilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sixstrz8310 the record for stock engine and trans is 705whp and 600wtq (FBO Pure Turbos E85) but most tuners keep it around 650whp and 550-580wtq for safety. On stock turbos 520whp and 540wtq is about maxed out.

    • @sixstrz8310
      @sixstrz8310 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@q6_zilla that’s pretty nuts don’t really need to do to much to it then to make it quick my subie maxes out about 380whp then you need a whole block to get more power 😭

  • @stephanomartinez3508
    @stephanomartinez3508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Put a VH45DE in a 300zx years ago back in the 2000s still have it. I was light-years ahead of nissan in my own garage

  • @Jeremy_Hill_2020
    @Jeremy_Hill_2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    I wonder if somebody will do 400z swapped Nissan Z31 👀

    • @androiduberalles
      @androiduberalles 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      There's a 370Z with a Nissan VK56 (Titan engine) in it. That one's pretty sweet.

    • @CirocObama.94
      @CirocObama.94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      No but my friend Jean is building a z32 with vr30 from his Q60 that was rear-ended

    • @JaziahZ34
      @JaziahZ34 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CirocObama.94 how you know

    • @claudedottin1312
      @claudedottin1312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JaziahZ34 😂

    • @CirocObama.94
      @CirocObama.94 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Because I'm a member On A
      Z forum @@JaziahZ34
      I typed it up nothing popped up but there were recommendations

  • @bbehzadi413
    @bbehzadi413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Low key I prefer the z34 370z body over the new one so this build is perfect in my eyes

  • @nashanthename1886
    @nashanthename1886 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    This just made the wait for the 400Z so much more unbearable.

    • @ActNasty5
      @ActNasty5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I want it so bad. These damn shortages got me worried lol

    • @TboneWertman
      @TboneWertman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here man.. my 370Z 6-speed 84k hates it when I watch these videos 👀

    • @Lofi.z34
      @Lofi.z34 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so ready for it, I need it. Worst mistake in life was selling my 370. Now I'm stuck driving a shitty Dodge Dart with an automatic.

    • @TheFinalsTV
      @TheFinalsTV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      good things take time

    • @cosmic_gate476
      @cosmic_gate476 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Lofi.z34 Ayylmao I hope it gets better for you bro

  • @frostyalbino7984
    @frostyalbino7984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just bought a 350 after my 370 got totalled couple yrs ago. Happy to be back in the Z fam, cant wait to see the 400z come out!

  • @hamzah6477
    @hamzah6477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    if the 400z is anything like this, i might need to get one.

  • @POPADIX
    @POPADIX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for not killing my brother David!!!! I’ve Been a fan for a while so I was grinning like a opossum eating briars when I saw the opening clip. Happy to see you and Z1 working together too!

  • @ronnybarz
    @ronnybarz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    This thing sounds damn good!

    • @ThatDudeinBlue
      @ThatDudeinBlue  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I was expecting more of the stereotypical VQish sound and was pleasantly surprised!

    • @ImMoonyz
      @ImMoonyz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Sounds like the 350 from underground 2

    • @david_100
      @david_100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThatDudeinBlue, yeah , me too man.. but thiz thing sounds MEGA!!!!

  • @denzelpoole2120
    @denzelpoole2120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The vr30 motors are slept on. They make good power for relatively cheap, and are very attainable. Right now you can pick a q50 with less than 60k on if for 20-25k. If the motor is just swapped into the 400z chassis with a manual.. its going to sell once people get to test one out. Let's hope nissan don't mess this up

  • @redneck4528
    @redneck4528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to see someone still shows Nissan some love.

    • @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS
      @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I mean when do they not get love?

    • @redneck4528
      @redneck4528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS the majority of g35's and 350's in my area are piloted by total tools with eBay mods and fake exhaust whistles. I rarely see any sr20 vehicles anymore even 10 years ago it was comparatively cheap in relation to Honda to do a SR20VET swap and cars were plentiful no one put the time in. Hell right now you can get an RB engine for far less than a 2JZ but nobody does that swap either.

  • @Wiggy321
    @Wiggy321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I think I will get a new Z in 2022, god willing. Just waiting on Nissan to finalize everything lol

  • @BrendanEvan
    @BrendanEvan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This gives me hope for the 400z

  • @NissanSkylineVR30
    @NissanSkylineVR30 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think what's also annoying is some reviewers have initially insulted the VR30 motor as "not good" or "slow". But all of a sudden when the same motor is attached to a manual, its "great". This is the same formula they used for the G/Z cars except the G had the manual option. People were just upset the Q didn't have a manual. Essentially the Q is a G with an auto only.

  • @Z1Motorsports23
    @Z1Motorsports23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for coming out! ✌

    • @guillaumeloriault4074
      @guillaumeloriault4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will you make a kit to fit a cd09 transmission to the vr30? 🤞

    • @Z1Motorsports23
      @Z1Motorsports23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@guillaumeloriault4074 probably not. The DE/CD transmissions aren't an easy fit on the VR30. The HR transmissions, however, are nearly bolt-on.

    • @guillaumeloriault4074
      @guillaumeloriault4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Z1Motorsports23 good to know. I was hoping this could be possible. That means any g35 /350z VR swap need a transmission swap also. Is there any other trans then the HR that could be fitted to the VR?

  • @rk350z7
    @rk350z7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing. My only problem with the new Z is will they break tradition of naming every Z after the engine displacement.

    • @CarlosGarcia-ze6rt
      @CarlosGarcia-ze6rt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's exactly my only problem with It. They could name It 300z, or 300z turbo or something. But they're gonna name it after the power number

    • @kafaya77
      @kafaya77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CarlosGarcia-ze6rt I think they're just gonna name it the Z now and I think in Japan the Fairlady Z but I might be wrong on that last one

  • @ricky_g3725
    @ricky_g3725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I've already thought about vr30 swapping my G, but I think I'm just going to buy the new Z.

    • @ActNasty5
      @ActNasty5 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope it still comes out soon with all the shortages 😭

    • @Max_808
      @Max_808 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd still do the swap still I'd rather have a one of one car than a new car (unless it's your daily)

    • @ricky_g3725
      @ricky_g3725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Max_808 I was planning on supercharging it instead, and still get the Z. I'm a fanboy of the VQ platform, and where I am at, noone has done power mods to their VQ.

    • @TeamUnfairBear
      @TeamUnfairBear 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would rather swap

    • @Max_808
      @Max_808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ricky_g3725 as a 370z owner i completely understand the VQ has crazy modding potential I'd argue even more than a VR

  • @On3_media
    @On3_media 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    It’s awesome to see a VR30 swap on the channel. These swaps are affordable, easy, and pure FUN!
    It reinvigorated my love for my Z! 🙂🤌🏽🔥

    • @JaziahZ34
      @JaziahZ34 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      how you know

    • @claudedottin1312
      @claudedottin1312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JaziahZ34 lol I see this in quite a bit of comments

    • @On3_media
      @On3_media 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JaziahZ34 I’ve done this swap.

    • @Jeredsmith
      @Jeredsmith 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm up in the air with a lot of things with my drift 370z but hows the vr30swap compared to just bolting on procharger or twin turbos?

    • @Conway312
      @Conway312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JaziahZ34 check his channel

  • @Shalashaska016
    @Shalashaska016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds like a very well balanced build and meticulously calculated. Reminds me of the GT Academy fan favourites that Nismo did a few years ago where top voted Fairlady ran up against Nismo's custom built Fairlady. Would love to see this again the RB26 Datsun 240 Z that was built. Two different worlds and purposes but still well done. Wish I could see this in person!!!

  • @dannyjr7997
    @dannyjr7997 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When is 3rd gear not the Best gear? This is crazy and sounds soooooo good.

  • @CarGlory
    @CarGlory 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see this incredible machine. Z1 motorsport is great I got a lot of stuff from them to Mexico! They save my build everytime!

  • @teecr6334
    @teecr6334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That's a lovely exhaust note

  • @robertpal9
    @robertpal9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a q60 owner I’m more excited for the 400z so I can finally get more mods support.

  • @uwkcal
    @uwkcal 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That 3rd gear chirp at 7:15 was great! 😅🤣 nice video bro!

  • @koreandude81
    @koreandude81 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What they did with the 370Z and swapping in the V6TT motor is what I'd love to do with my Genesis Coupe and swapping in the 3.3TT from my Stinger GT...

  • @solocamo3654
    @solocamo3654 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool stuff, and glad to have ordered from Z1 in the past. Have some more parts on the way from their store.

  • @BroVCam
    @BroVCam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude! Dude! Dude! This should have been the OEM Nismo!!!! Good work Bro!!! I'm excited and can't wait for the potential of the new Z now. Nissan better BRING-IT!!!!

  • @ThatWasherNerd
    @ThatWasherNerd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have a G37 right now. I could see the 400Z as my next car in like 5-6 years.

    • @93mlo
      @93mlo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Just make sure you don't die

    • @iMrp1
      @iMrp1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@93mlo made me chuckle

    • @ThatWasherNerd
      @ThatWasherNerd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@93mlo thanks

    • @_baller
      @_baller 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why do you want a rear seat delete

    • @ThatWasherNerd
      @ThatWasherNerd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@_baller It'll be one of the last six cylinder RWD cars with a stick.

  • @richardledesma1675
    @richardledesma1675 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a dope ass build, not only is it quick but it’s a track car and I love that! You neeed to review more track cars David!!!

  • @keckchan7156
    @keckchan7156 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dropping both VR30TT motor in my 04' G35 Coupe..,and in my 96 Z32tt too.. good luck to me..🤫

  • @skip741x3
    @skip741x3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a fantastic motor swap! sound so smooth ,powerful and refined! highly useable power!

  • @diecastgoblin
    @diecastgoblin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:44 nervously watching the speedometer from the passenger seat 🤣🤘🏼

  • @CAfakmykak
    @CAfakmykak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Idk if it's actually a budget 400z. There's the cost of the 370z nismo, and your essentially tossing the stock engine to buy a new one, then need to pay for labor, installation, tuning. I feel like the cost would come out to be pretty close to the 400z. Not to mention you won't get the 30k or 60k manufacturer warranty with the 400z, so if anything breaks it's all on you.

    • @preferreddrift6270
      @preferreddrift6270 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plus you don’t get the better interior and all the updated tech.

  • @johnjennings3964
    @johnjennings3964 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Z1 is a savior for Z enthusiasts and are offering a VR30 kit for the 370. Great episode and can't wait for the new Z!!!!!!

  • @HaulinAssAssin
    @HaulinAssAssin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible build. Had a smile on my face the whole video. 👏👏👏

  • @AllTerrainNation
    @AllTerrainNation 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We did some time in this car.. Its so much fun!!!

  • @philspaghet
    @philspaghet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Third! I'm so excited for the 400Z! When I heard the new Supra wouldn't even have a manual, I was pretty disappointed, but this fills that gap so well! I hope Toyota wises up and finally gives us the manual Supra we've been asking for from the very beginning!
    This swap makes so much sense! Please do a comparison between the 370Z and new 400Z when you get your hands on the latter!

    • @infiniterift
      @infiniterift 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not salty or anything but Z4 doesn't have a manual transmission as an option. So I guess...

    • @fyzikal5
      @fyzikal5 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      the new supra not having manual makes a lot of sense DCT/DSG is way better but i like manual cause i can feel the car

    • @carsaregood911
      @carsaregood911 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fyzikal5 the Supra doesn't have a DCT lol

    • @fyzikal5
      @fyzikal5 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carsaregood911 whatever it is

  • @SigTheSauceMan
    @SigTheSauceMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fact: The 400Z will be first time in 52 years that the Z and Skyline (sold in the US as the Infiniti G/Q) have shared an engine. The 1968-1972 Nissan Skyline (K/PGC10) GT-R and 1969 Nissan Fairlady (PS30) Z432 both had the S20 inline-6.
    Now, the V37 Skyline (aka. 2020-present Infiniti Q), R35 GT-R, and Z35 Fairlady Z (aka. 400Z) all share the VR-series Twin-Turbo V6 originally used in the R35 GT-R (though the V37 and Z35 have a 3.0L version, opposed to the R35's 3.8L).

  • @noahlugobaseballandboxing7015
    @noahlugobaseballandboxing7015 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a Q60 Redsport awd since brand new and the transmission is tuned just like a GTR In chill mode they chill but when in full kill mode or sport plus they actually shift really fast and I think that's where people get confused. I personally have owned so many Nissan products including a Sentra Ser,4 fully loaded Maximas,350z,brand new 370z, and a brand new Q60 Redsport 400 awd with full boltons, I have actually owned Mercedes just as long as Nissan Products and I am willing to give my wife my Q60 Redsport and sell her C43 Amg for the Z400 especially if they make it and stick shift

  • @Ace69q8
    @Ace69q8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd love to see more footage of this in action.

  • @solocamo3654
    @solocamo3654 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3.0TT is good from a dig, but the 3.7 has more top end (not talking IPL / red sport models). Always pull away on a roll with the 3.7. However the 3.0TT has much more mod potential (and is cheaper to make power).
    When it's time to move on from my G37 I look forward to what's available.

  • @nazz2406
    @nazz2406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a Z owner, I love any Z lol. Hey do yall work with the engine from the 380S or RS I think its called? There were only about 30 or so made. It had a 3.8L V6 in it but looked exactly like a regular NismoZ. Anywho love Z1. Hope to get y'alls exhaust for my 350. Love yalls 400Z concept. Take care!

    • @Lofi.z34
      @Lofi.z34 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fairlady Z Type 380RS with a 3.8L HR engine with a TT kit, basically a shop-modified HR and hella expensive. For the amount of work they put into the engine they only got ~ 650 whp out of it. When you can single turbo a built HR for 800+ and a bit less of a price.

  • @corollavirus4age
    @corollavirus4age 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i could see that happening
    it seems like it fits so naturally to the z34 chassis where it feels so balanced with this engine
    i would love to see a 300zx with this engine that would be amazing

  • @basithph8958
    @basithph8958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    An Q50-swapped 370Z? This has to be the coolest 370Z build ever made!

  • @Tain950
    @Tain950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope that Nissan puts larger turbo’s on the new 400Z than the current red Sport

  • @LayzeLyfe
    @LayzeLyfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why is this the first review vid I have seen of this Z1 car, I knew about it for years.

  • @hectorperez3112
    @hectorperez3112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds so good can we get a POV ?

  • @briandavis4324
    @briandavis4324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love Z1! For real Frontier love from these guys!

  • @JTube571
    @JTube571 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:43 let's not forget the SEMA car that Nissan built with this drivetrain there David. ;)

  • @mikeschaner5853
    @mikeschaner5853 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    NoirTm did it better.. In his garage. He even tried to get Z1's help in beginning. They told him to kick rocks. Just over a year later he finished his build and they hired him.. Awesome build. Can't wait to see the actual 400.. Good show bud

  • @stevenneese2823
    @stevenneese2823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Infiniti's last legit new developed sports car was the entirely all new Infinit M56S. Had legit sports brakes, suspension, handling, and a completely new designed 420hp direct injection 5.6 v8. It bested everything that didn't have the M, AMG, RS, and cobra badging. The power has been shown to be a little underrated as it was tested at 380 wtq in completely stock form.
    Nissan/Infiniti has been seriously falling off. Really need something new to get the juices flowing again, and I just honestly don't think the 400z is enough. Sure it's cool, but it's just another 3.0t design that everyone else has already been doing for years and years now, literally. Put a damn v8 in the new z's!

    • @e46m54nissansr20937
      @e46m54nissansr20937 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The 5.6l is a great direct injection v8 be amazing in a lighter chassis like the q or z. Nissan will never do it though. The vr30ddtt can easily make the same and more power much cheaper for them.

  • @kndli67
    @kndli67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want a q50 for my next carrrrrrr

  • @genkideguire
    @genkideguire 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Z1 did a thing.... The thing was AWESOME.

  • @foster7517
    @foster7517 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i really want this swap ...the 370 is now my fav. car ive had an i had a turbo s2k

  • @tomm2119
    @tomm2119 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like 370z body more, more aggressive, nice job guys👍

  • @Oplix
    @Oplix 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That rear faux diffuser with the double exhaust cutout looks super ghetto fab with a single.

  • @e46m54nissansr20937
    @e46m54nissansr20937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very clean swap. Something a may consider

  • @Delc0
    @Delc0 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want this swap for my G35....if possible. Wanted a Q60, and thought about the 370z. I liked the G35 body over the G37. But that Soho a2a supercharger kit is awesome...only regret to not having the 3.7.

  • @ACCAW11
    @ACCAW11 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Considering every almost Z car has been named based on its engine displacement since day one why do people think they are going to change that theme. I would not be surprised if they call it a Fairlady 300Z or 300ZX. Nissan has never named a Z car based on its crank horsepower ever and only broke the naming convention once with the Nissan Fairlady Z 432 (4 valves, 3 carburetors, and 2 camshafts.)when they gave it a Hakosuka Skyline GT-R engine.
    Food for thought.

  • @mmmmm4815
    @mmmmm4815 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    IMO, the 370Z is still one of the best looking sports cars today. Why it gets a bad rep is 1. Kids still can’t afford an unmolested one, 2. The interior is very outdated, and 3. It’s N/A which means tuning potential is a lot lower than a bunch of the cheaper 2.0T cars of today.
    Once the 400Z comes out, with a factory twin turbo engine, the sky is the limit for this car! 2-seater, amazing body lines, RWD = true sports car. Nissan is going to put the market to shame with the 400Z

  • @ThatBustedVQ
    @ThatBustedVQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Noir. TM also has a VR30 swap he did himself on TH-cam

    • @MikeHawkHurtz
      @MikeHawkHurtz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re the first person to mention him. I wonder if your comment will commit suicide lol

  • @cobeyoyo766
    @cobeyoyo766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This thing just looks sick

  • @jeeplivion
    @jeeplivion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always down for OEM+ swaps

  • @sosa3202
    @sosa3202 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the VR30 loves 3rd and 4th 😎

  • @brockk3311
    @brockk3311 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a sick build I recently got into the Z cars and datsun models

  • @karenlewis4228
    @karenlewis4228 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now THIS is the right swap.

  • @mrmisfitlbmlowbudgetmisfit5769
    @mrmisfitlbmlowbudgetmisfit5769 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My buddy has a vr30ddtt in his 370z.. I believe he's the only one with an automatic still. Could be wrong but those cars are amazing with the vr30 swap

  • @SicSemperBeats
    @SicSemperBeats 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    sounds so much more responsive (looking at your inputs and the delay in sound) with the manual and the small chassis. They shoulda at least gave the q50/60 a nicer auto (I remember the q50 concept with the vr36 being too tight for a dct)

  • @johnmitchell2269
    @johnmitchell2269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Be easier to just increase the displacement from 3.7 to 4.0. No need for an engine swap. Then you have a proper 400Z.

    • @josiahjackson3757
      @josiahjackson3757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Something tells me that an engine swap would be easier than tearing apart and engine, increasing the displacement, and then boosting it

    • @joealex65
      @joealex65 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They actually made a VQ40 but it's only for SUV's and trucks, we don't want that thing on the Z! The VR30 is the best option and it brings back the Z to it's twin turbo past, much better

    • @Slapshot544
      @Slapshot544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Better just to put a turbo kit on a VHR tbh, theyve been proven to be able to take some high power on the stock block.

  • @e46m54nissansr20937
    @e46m54nissansr20937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There's a guy on TH-cam who did the vr30ddtt swap in his 370z in an apartment parking lot. It's tuned and 6 speed as well

    • @killersp1974
      @killersp1974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is a guy in Austin TX with the same car is Yella with VR30DDTT stenciled on the doors

  • @NissanSkylineVR30
    @NissanSkylineVR30 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    400Z drops. VR parts increases by 10x.
    This leads to:
    Q50/Q60 resale value increases because some people will start to want a VR motor in a different body style.
    Honestly people literally was asleep on the VR motor. This motor can easily get you 4XXWHP on a tune on PUMP GAS. Easily 460WHP with tune/FBO on PUMP GAS. 5XXWHP on E.

    • @BigHeadClan
      @BigHeadClan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not really as more cars total are going to be sold thanks to the new Z meaning there is going to be greater supply for people to pull from.
      The Z had always held its value pretty well, at least compared to its luxury twins the G35/37.

    • @NissanSkylineVR30
      @NissanSkylineVR30 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BigHeadClan I'm not saying Z's value is bad. I'm saying the Z will help the Q's value.

  • @BobThe9534
    @BobThe9534 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi David. nice vid. liked b4 watching b/c I knew it was goin to be good

  • @monzter6064
    @monzter6064 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is what I was thinking people would do, in my opinion the 370z looks better since it doesn’t go retro

  • @defyingtheodds1987
    @defyingtheodds1987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How reliable are these motors ? My buddy has a red sport and it’s been in the shop 3 times already. Turbos failed. Other things going wrong

    • @fastec5
      @fastec5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've heard the belts suck. But also that everything that's a problem on them can be replaced by aftermarket units that fix the problems.

  • @eugenewilson7555
    @eugenewilson7555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They should squeeze a supercharged or turbocharged vk5.6 in and do a 560Z

    • @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS
      @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That engine is too big to fit in the bay lol

    • @eugenewilson7555
      @eugenewilson7555 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS I think he did a video of a car with a supercharged VK5.6 a little while ago

    • @eugenewilson7555
      @eugenewilson7555 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS th-cam.com/video/yqlnszQxDOI/w-d-xo.html if it’ll fit a 240sx...

    • @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS
      @LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@eugenewilson7555 wasnt that an S14 though and if I remember it didnt have a hood.

    • @eugenewilson7555
      @eugenewilson7555 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LOVE-VIBES-X-PROJECT-CARS I’m sure there is a difference in the size of the engine bays, i haven’t actually compared the size of the engine bays. I’m positive a VK5.6 could fit maybe not a supercharged version due to hood clearance but a turbocharged version should.

  • @08HR350z
    @08HR350z 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't think the character of a car changes just changing the motor. Side note the turbo and blowoff valve sounds so nice.

  • @Abel3270
    @Abel3270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the Q trans it shifts fast on my RedSport 👌🏽

  • @macberry4048
    @macberry4048 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    In my opinion this is the affordable GTR engine swap. It blew my mind when I saw Chris Forsberg GTR swapped 370z because it's basically putting a race proven engine and as far as I know the vq engines weren't used for racing. On a different subject I forgot how much I these tuning shop videos

    • @Slapshot544
      @Slapshot544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vqs weren't used for racing but the VHR can handle a lot of power, many examples of the stock motor handling 600 to the wheel no problem.

  • @austinwiththef150
    @austinwiththef150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I would take this over the 400 honestly. I love this.

  • @BB-pf2cs
    @BB-pf2cs 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is there any more info on the flywheel works necessary to make this happen?

  • @joaquinmalagon9343
    @joaquinmalagon9343 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This car is so awesome! I wish we could see more of it, how is the VR30 in this car? Is there any turbo lag (especially at lower RPMs) with their setup? Thanks!

  • @bk8230
    @bk8230 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The side profile on the 400z is way better, but the rest is up in the air.

  • @johnmay6432
    @johnmay6432 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally got a 400z ad for this video 👀

  • @boost331
    @boost331 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    IDK about on a budget. That build cost more than a new Z guaranteed. But I like it.

  • @3391halo
    @3391halo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got a 06 g35 coupe going to be doing a set of race seats and bc coilovers when they're back in stock already planned on buying from z1 but seeing a cool car like that glad to support z1

  • @guillaumeloriault4074
    @guillaumeloriault4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did it overheat during your test drive or did they mention any overheat issues when they brought it to Atlanta Motor speedway?

  • @MrMinemadness
    @MrMinemadness 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I want to see this swap in a 300z

  • @MoonRammer
    @MoonRammer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the hks blow off valve too

  • @ThomasMabrymcT
    @ThomasMabrymcT 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Solid video guys 👍 this makes me super excited!

  • @danimal865
    @danimal865 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a z1 exhaust on my 03 G35. Sounds great.

  • @cooda069
    @cooda069 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    so where is this adapter/swap kit for the q50 engine to manual trans?

  • @timephire
    @timephire 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Title says it all really...(Unless David changes it)

  • @MrChips005
    @MrChips005 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick! can't decide whether to supercharge my 370 or VR30 swap..

    • @SimplySteel
      @SimplySteel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unless a VR30 just lands in your lap and you're doing it yourself or money wasn't too much of an issue, I would say built/force induce your VQ

  • @willowwonderbull7100
    @willowwonderbull7100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this sounds like a very driver fun car pretty cool all you need is 500hp for a track car the key is handling and weight

  • @nihsmik
    @nihsmik 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the auto rev match still work?

  • @slicktop2jz855
    @slicktop2jz855 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick swap. Ugly but stout engine. Love my Z32 Slicktop. 11x in now. 2nd 2J swap.

    • @BigHeadClan
      @BigHeadClan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hah yeah not the prettiest thing when you open the hood, cabling also set off my ocd.
      Fantastic motor though.