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Wednesday, 18 August 2010

Friday, 7 May 2010

Old member, new toy...

Good morning to all. Just want to share a member's new toy all the way from Canada. More review and pics installed soon. Congrats with his new purchase and making Brunei roads more happening.

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Good morning to all. Mix and matching bodykits is not stranger for Z modders as there is a lot of bodykits to choose from, available in the market for Zs. Some may result in a good simple line to an aggressive body lines. A few members of BZOCA have taken this route and accomplished well. Here are 3 examples of Zs mix and matching their kits.

Tuesday, 2 February 2010

Soundsystem upgrade 101

Good morning to all BZOCA members, readers of the blog and fans. Modding your Z can sometimes be difficult where parts are abundant in the market. A modder can choose a performance focused ride, a show focused ride or a balance of both to create their main goal.

On today's post as per topic, we will discuss on how a Z's stock soundsystem can be upgraded. The stock bose sound system is good enough for daily use however its still stock and has its limits. You can use the stock layout whereby you upgrade the bose player, speakers and subwoofer.

A Z's rear boot as you know is very spacious therefore modders can either go for an all show system (all boot space covered) to a subtle yet convinient system (partially covered boot space). As for any soundsystem upgrades, modders need to create their path on which route they want their system to be (going for soundquality, higher decibles or mix of both).

Here are some samples on how people go about in upgrading their soundsystem (pics are from my350z.com and cardomain.com). Bare in mind that the spare tyre have been removed in order to achieve the setups below except for the 1st pic.

Stock location

Upgraded parts to stock location. Bigger subwoofer and higher capacity amplifiers are installed.

Understrut location

The preffered location for those who still want to have boot space for storage. Amplifiers or other components can be stored either right infront of the subwoofer in the floor section or at the back of the subwoofer facing the front windshield.
1.2.

1. 1 subwoofer with interior colour match
2. 2 subwoofers to give more grunt
3. 1 subwoofer with lightings

Rearstrut location

Another location that provides good sound and space. As for this setup, cost it minimal in terms of using fibres or subwoofers enclosers as it only occupies the corner of the rear boot. Amplifiers and other components can be placed anywhere according to the owner's preferences.
1.2.

1. 1 subwoofer
2. 1 subwoofer with different amp locations
3. 2 subwoofers with amps displayed in the middle

Frontstrut location

Another good setup utilising sapce infront of the strut by filling with subwoofer enclosures and placing the other components in the rear. Not that common setup but yet effective.

Spare tyre location

Another location that a modder can utilise is the spare tyre space. this setup is mainly for those who still want their original boot space intact. Depending on the products used, the stock look can be achieved or the floor may be raised a bit to accomodate the components installed.
1.2.

1. All parts under one floor
2. Smallers subs to accomodate higher capacity amps

Custom design

Last but not least, modders that goes for all show and less storage boot space. There are so many custom deigns to choose from, here is just a sample.
1.2.

1. 2 huge subwoofer with inthe amp located upfront
2. 3 subwoofers filling the rear boot
3. Major custom design

Well thats all for now. Giving a few insight to upgrading your Z's soundsystem. Pick your route carefully and use quality parts for a long term satisfaction use. More teaser to come on the topic itself by our members so stay tuned.

Tuesday, 24 November 2009

New style by Work Wheels

Good morning to all. Another new wheel style developed for 2009 by Work Wheels. A new wheel under the VS line with its trident spoke style and a wide range of offsets availability to play with. A potential wheel for a Z.

VS TS

Specs-
Design: Trident spoke style
Weight: Depending on size and offsets
Available sizes: 19 and 20 only
Colours available: Fein Heit Silver, Black Metal Coat, Gunmetal Silver Cut Clear & Gunmetal Cut Clear.

(Pics from www.work-wheels.co.jp)

Wednesday, 16 September 2009

BZOCA approved rims of the week

Good morning readers and members. For Z owners rims preferences, decision is crucial as there are so many aftermarket wheels in the market. Preferences may make or break the looks on any Zs. Some owners may go for show (big diameters = heavier) or go for performance (small diameter = lighter).

However, Volk racing wheels Japan has the solution. Z owners may select a show and performance wheels in 1 package. For this week's BZOCA approved rims, it goes to Volk Racing CE28N.

It has 2 designs; 8 spokes model and 10 spokes model. The design and build quality of CE28N satisfies the looks department and also the light weight department.

Volk Racing CE28N (Pics from www.rayswheels.co.jp)

Specs:
Design: 8 spokes Forged (1st pic) 10 spokes (2nd pic)
Build: Forged 1 piece Wheel (1st pic) Forged 1 piece Wheel reverse rim (2nd pic)

Here are 4 excellent examples with the preferred offsets (+22 fronts & +22 rears), courtesy from members of my350z.com.

Example 1
Size: 19 inch 9.5 Front & 10.5 Rear
Design: 10 spokes
Offsets: +22 Front & +22 Rear
Tyres: 255/35/19 Front & 275/35/19 Rear
Colour: Gloss Black
Pics: From my350z.com

Example 2
Size: 19 inch 9.5 Front & 10.5 Rear
Design: 10 spokes
Offsets: +22 Front & +22 Rear
Tyres: 255/35/19 Front & 275/35/19 Rear
Colour: Time Attack Edition
Pics: AH photography

Example 3
Size: 19 inch 9.5 Front & 10.5 Rear
Design: 10 spokes
Offsets: +22 Front & +22 Rear
Tyres: 255/35/19 Front & 275/35/19 Rear
Colour: Formula Silver
Pics: From my350z.com

Example 4
Size: 19 inch 9.5 Front & 10.5 Rear
Design: 10 spokes
Offsets: +22 Front & +22 Rear
Tyres: 255/35/19 Front & 275/35/19 Rear
Colour: Magnesium Blue
Pics: From my350z.com

Saturday, 5 September 2009

Think low and negatives (Part 4)

Good morning readers and members. To cap off this week's post, we end it with part 4 of the low riding examples of 350Zs from my350z.com. Think low and negatives. Enjoy your weekend, drive safe and happy fasting.

Awesome stance

Up close

Negative chambers

Front and rear tyres tucked

Meisters FTW

Perfect flush

Thursday, 3 September 2009

Think low and negatives (Part 3)

Good morning to all. Due to popular demand, here is part 3 of Zs riding low offsets and negative chambers. Pics courtesy from my350z.com members. Enjoy...

Titanium finish lip anyone?

Amazing rims

Another fine example with Volks

Tyre tucked in fenders

An inch off the ground...

...creates an awesome stance

Friday, 28 August 2009

BZOCA approved rims of the week

Hello readers and members, this week's BZOCA approved rims goes to Volk Racing GTS. This rim is the most popular chosen rim in the USA and will be an all time favourite but none are used here in Brunei. The design is a classic 5 spokes but with more details than you might think plus with a deep lip, this sure is a head turner on any Zs.So any BZOCA members out there can put this rims in their wishlist.

Volk Racing GTS (Pics from www.rayswheels.co.jp)

Specs:
Design: 5 spokes Forged (Seamless) Rim 2 piece Wheel (Reverse Rim)

Here are 4 excellent examples the best looking offsets (+17 fronts & +18 rears), courtesy from members of my350z.com (All pics from my350z.com)

Example 1
Size: 19 inch 9.5 Front & 10.5 Rear
Offsets: +17 Front & +18 Rear
Tyres: 255/35/19 Front & 285/35/19 Rear
Colour: Gun Metal