Category:Drivetrain

From Nissan 350Z & 370Z Wiki

Drivetrain Overview

The 350Z and G35 come with either a 5spd automatic or a 6spd manual transmission. This page lays out all the information that you may need when researching drivetrain components, OEM specs, aftermarket upgrades, and more. If there is information missing here, please add to, or revise the page and other related pages. The transmission in stock form has proven over the past few years capable of holding significant power. Some twin turbo cars have proven the drivetrain to around 600 wheel horsepower (whp) with only a clutch upgrade. The OEM 350Z clutch will begin slipping at around 400whp.

Almost every component in the drivetrain is replaceable and upgradeable using more robust aftermarket parts. This guide is designed to make the decision making process easier by laying out the specs of all the components and offering suggestions from experienced enthusiasts.

Drivetrain

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Drivetrain Components and Upgrades

On the following pages you will find all of the available aftermarket upgrades for the 350Z and G35 (within reason). We have not included cheap "knockoff" parts, ebay specials, or anything you might find at Pep Boys. We focus on presenting only true performance upgrades. Let us know if we have missed anything, or add it yourself.


Clutches	Drivetrain Accessories	Final Drive Gear Sets

Flywheels	Limited Slip Differentials	Short Shifter

Drivetrain Tutorials

The following links contain do-it-yourself tutorials and guides. The procedures have been layed out in an easy to follow manner so you can work on your own 350Z. Some of the articles are marked as 'stubs' which are placeholders. Feel free to add to or create any pages you think would benefit others.

Drivetrain FAQs

Have a question about 350Z brakes? The answer is probably on the following pages. If your question is not there, please add it and one of our staff will promptly fill in the appropriate response.

Gear Ratios

Speed Estimate

	6spd MT	5spd Auto
1st	3.794	3.540
2nd	2.324	2.264
3rd	1.624	1.471
4th	1.271	1.000
5th	1.000	0.0834
6th	.794	----
Reverse	3.446	2.370
Final Drive	3.538	3.357

Fluid Warning

Warning!!

Do not use GL5 transmission fluid. It will damage the synchros in the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 transmissions. You need GL4 fluid. Most fluid available at autoparts stores is GL5. I purchased mine here: http://www.myoilshop.com/

Technical Drawings

Here are some exploded views of the OEM brake systems found in the Official Nissan 350Z Service manual. You might find these useful when looking for replacement parts, tackling a brake installation, or any variety of other reasons.