didn't someone with an xA do a bunch of headwork and come up shorthanded?

and also in response to a swap kit getting mentioned- i second that wish... zpi would probably sell more swap kits than a supercharger or turbocharger. not only is a swap going to be MUCH more effective for the price, it may even cost less (while giving ample room for easy improvement). i believe the 1nz is capable of making good power, but it seems like you have to push it to its limits to get any decent results. a swap would really open up the possibilities, especially if it became a standard for tuning an xA- because theres definitely no standard yet.

-jon

 

yes, there was someone who paid out the wazoo for head work and actually lost power!
that's not to say that head work can't have good results, but it showed that it would take some real thinking and planning. unfortunately, that means time and precious monies, so it's not something that the average scion owner is prepared to dabble in.

i am hopeful that zpi thought it through and has something good to show us.

as for engine swap, i am really not that interested in one. if there's a kit available one day, i guess i'd consider it. but i like to think of the 1nzfe as a challenge.

 

i do beleive that the lower end internals are already forged, just the pistons are cast.

 

I hate to break it to you guys but you are all better off just going the custom route...you gotta realize that for them to start producing products they are gonna need a huge demand. For a decent amount of interest in the crowd, it will not be worth it. The cost factor will be huge cause lets put it this way, when you go custom you get exactly what you want when you go with a small company like ZPI, its a re labeled product(not trying to bash ZPI just stating the obvious facts, its simply easier and more cost effective for them that way). For them to get you guys what you want, the cost factor is gonna be real close to you guys just being able to go custom locally...just some food for thought

 

Im very interested, i just want to see numbers first

 

the head work is enough for me.
i'll also jump on the pistons and pulley if they back up the head with some proof.

btw, i sent them an email on sunday night linking this thread and telling them about all the questions.

 

dyno, sponsorships,proven results bring customers to your door

 

We need a xa turbo kit! thats all I have to say lol

 

Just saw this so I thought I would add some input.

I don't know if anyone has looked recently, but ZPI recently did a build up of a Nissan Versa for Fox Marketing. Don't know who Brian Fox is? Well you should, he is the name in Automotive marketing. Just check out his client list. Hell Check out his project car list. (not all are his)
http://www.foxmarketing.net

Zero Point does provide sponsorships and those who know Kenny and Sean, speak highly of them. I am currently installing an xB kit from them in my driveway, just to prove that it can be done. Have I ever installed a turbo kit before? Never.

As far as swaps, consult C&Y Sports in Japan. You will find a mad man there. That or buy a honda. Swaps will come eventully. Don't try to force them or you will become disappointed.

As for the people going "We Want Parts" What kind of parts do you want? And don't say something outragous either. Cause that just won't happen. If you are looking for something reasonable and can find other people looking for it too, and are ready and willing to help front some of the development costs, then maybe you might get something made.

The other thing is there is a lot of critizism (sp) over ZPI and how they handle things. You know, I have seen and delt with companys that suck. In dealing with Sean and Kenny they have been helpful in answering my questions and providing insight. Keep in mind, they are not forum trolls like some people and accually have lives and client cars to work on. Answering stupid questions (yes sally there are stupid questions) for people on the internet who have nothing to do all day but sit on forums and bash people and come up with crazy ideas does not pay the bills. Working on customers cars does. So please bear with them.

that is all.