My 2023 Z (Perf. Trim/MT/Everest White Tri-Coat) Photos + Comparison From an 86 and GR Supra Owner

[Racebox]

Hey ya'll, back with an 18,000ish miles update.

I passed a year of ownership back in June. So...

1 set of rear tires, lowering springs, a JDM FairladyZ badge, and a second oil change later. Things have been good for the most part. I would HIGHLY recommend owners to get an alignment check when you get your cars or get one done in your spare time. My rear tires we're clapt on the inside at around 12000 miles. Was disappointing to find out the alignment was so bad from factory like that. My rear toe was way off. I started to feel the car become uneasy at higher speeds. I definitely wasn't enjoying the car while I was going through the tire issues.

Since getting new tires and an alignment, it's been great! The car feels so much better lower and aligned. Now on to the fun stuff!



I'm strongly considering @Racebox for my tune. The guy just seems awesome and I like that he's been around the VR30 community awhile. My lower downpipes from @boosted6autowerks should be here tomorrow. Hopefully I can install those and finally get tuned so I can really enjoy the car while it's still Summer. I'm not too amped on trying to install the LDP since i've heard doing them can be a pain but i've done much more complex mods so this shouldn't be too bad. Those who are racebox tuned, wanna chime in on your experience?

Awesome to see that you're enjoying your Z! You're definitely heading in the right direction starting with a set of lower downpipes, they're actually very easy to install with even simple hand tools. The full downpipes install is probably what you're hearing about, they can be a PITA and even sometimes require dropping the engine to do... The next thing we highly recommend is getting an upgraded heat exchanger if you haven't done that already! The stock HX is tiny and prone to heat soaking. You've probably noticed a drop in power during the summer after multiple back to back pulls. Upgrading this will give you way more consistent power, whether you're stock or tuned.

As for the tune, we're ready when you are! If you have any questions regarding the tuning process, what parts to get, etc., feel free to shoot us an email at [email protected] for the fastest and most detailed responses.

Lastly, check out our YouTube channel for our series on the Z! If you're ever wondering about doing something to the Z, we've probably done it already on video lol.
https://www.youtube.com/@goracebox

-Racebox Team

 

[rvlbrs]

Awesome to see that you're enjoying your Z! You're definitely heading in the right direction starting with a set of lower downpipes, they're actually very easy to install with even simple hand tools. The full downpipes install is probably what you're hearing about, they can be a PITA and even sometimes require dropping the engine to do... The next thing we highly recommend is getting an upgraded heat exchanger if you haven't done that already! The stock HX is tiny and prone to heat soaking. You've probably noticed a drop in power during the summer after multiple back to back pulls. Upgrading this will give you way more consistent power, whether you're stock or tuned.

As for the tune, we're ready when you are! If you have any questions regarding the tuning process, what parts to get, etc., feel free to shoot us an email at [email protected] for the fastest and most detailed responses.

Lastly, check out our YouTube channel for our series on the Z! If you're ever wondering about doing something to the Z, we've probably done it already on video lol.
https://www.youtube.com/@goracebox

-Racebox Team

Thanks for checking this out! I'll be reaching out soon!

 

[rvlbrs]

Back with a new update! Finally got around to getting a front lip I didn't despise when looking at it. This one is definitely from a no-label Chinese vendor but i'm honestly ok with it since lips often get beat up.I really like the look of this one and to me, it really finishes out the front end of the car. Just the right amount of pop. LDPs are also here so once I buy the tune, i'll install them then i'll get to documenting first impressions, how the gains feel, etc. Til next time!

 

[CPerdomo]

Hey ya'll, back with an 18,000ish miles update.

I passed a year of ownership back in June. So...

1 set of rear tires, lowering springs, a JDM FairladyZ badge, and a second oil change later. Things have been good for the most part. I would HIGHLY recommend owners to get an alignment check when you get your cars or get one done in your spare time. My rear tires we're clapt on the inside at around 12000 miles. Was disappointing to find out the alignment was so bad from factory like that. My rear toe was way off. I started to feel the car become uneasy at higher speeds. I definitely wasn't enjoying the car while I was going through the tire issues.

Since getting new tires and an alignment, it's been great! The car feels so much better lower and aligned. Now on to the fun stuff!

Questions, did you put spacers on your wheels? It looks like it. And if you did, do you think that could have affected your alignment?

Thanks.

 

[rvlbrs]

Questions, did you put spacers on your wheels? It looks like it. And if you did, do you think that could have affected your alignment?

Thanks.

I'm running spacers yes. My alignment was off prior to lowering + spacers though. Many weeks before hand, i started to feel the car was unsettled at higher speeds. I attributed this to it being just poor quality tires but they were just basically worn out too fast.

 

[CPerdomo]

I'm running spacers yes. My alignment was off prior to lowering + spacers though. Many weeks before hand, i started to feel the car was unsettled at higher speeds. I attributed this to it being just poor quality tires but they were just basically worn out too fast.

Thanks for your answer.

 

[rvlbrs]

I'm back! I've been driving the car as a daily for the most part of ownership. I slowed down on buying parts and whatnot to kind of focus on some other life events/responsibilities.

I decided since i bought the resonated boosted 6 lower downpipes last summer. I should go ahead and commit to getting a tune. I picked up the Mishimoto heat exchanger then purchased my tune through SonicTuned. The car finally feels right to me.

Maybe some coilover will seal the deal.