TravisJB Journal

wstar · 07-03-2012, 08:10 AM

Yeah the Miata thing is what I keep going back to in my head from time to time. I mean, you could probably keep 2-3 Miatas ready to go just as backups for the cost of running a 370Z. But on the other hand, it's a Miata...

travisjb · 07-03-2012, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike

As my corvette tuner told me, the only production car that is race ready and low maintenance is a GT3. Built from the factory for this stuff and all you need to change is brake pads and tires.

It's a consideration for down the road... at some point, the 997 GT3s will get cheaper and that'll be the time for me to jump in that pond... I do wonder if I will like the driving dynamics of the 911 though... the thought of a rear engine car has always been a turn off for me

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Originally Posted by wstar

Yeah the Miata thing is what I keep going back to in my head from time to time. I mean, you could probably keep 2-3 Miatas ready to go just as backups for the cost of running a 370Z. But on the other hand, it's a Miata...

Good point on the backups, but then that's 2-3 sets of brakes to bleed, oil to change etc. And good point on it being a Miata... have trouble imagining that being fun on a long track like VIR

Sticking with the Z for now, but thanks for entertaining the thought!

So, have any of you guys worked with CIN Motorsports out of Charlotte? I just talked with the owner Bobby and seems like a good guy - definitely understands thermal management on a race car.

Mike · 07-03-2012, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

So, have any of you guys worked with CIN Motorsports out of Charlotte? I just talked with the owner Bobby and seems like a good guy - definitely understands thermal management on a race car.

Funny you ask. I was just coming back on line to suggest that now that you are up in GSO, you go talk to Bobby. They are a top notch shop. Do all the work on my friend Bryan Settle's 350z race car, and lots of other track and Nissan junkies that I know.

ChrisSlicks · 07-03-2012, 10:58 AM

Was lapping a GT3 this weekend, the driver wasn't pushing it very hard, which with a car like that I can understand.

travisjb · 07-03-2012, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

Funny you ask. I was just coming back on line to suggest that now that you are up in GSO, you go talk to Bobby. They are a top notch shop. Do all the work on my friend Bryan Settle's 350z race car, and lots of other track and Nissan junkies that I know.

Cool- good to know, thanks. I did talk with Bobby directly. It's down to them and motionlabtuning, also in Charlotte. Will make a decision later this week. Both good shops from what I can tell.

sig11 · 07-03-2012, 10:52 PM

Ooh. DSR. Those suckers are cheap to operate and are blisteringly fast.

travisjb · 07-12-2012, 01:44 PM

After much deliberation, I've decided to take the car to CIN Motorsports of Charlotte! Reputable, licensed UpRev tuner and talented crew! Dropping the car off tonight to get moving on the HG and improvements to radiator airflow.

http://www.cinmotorsports.com/index.php

Dustin@Z1 · 07-12-2012, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

After much deliberation, I've decided to take the car to CIN Motorsports of Charlotte! Reputable, licensed UpRev tuner and talented crew! Dropping the car off tonight to get moving on the HG and improvements to radiator airflow.

http://www.cinmotorsports.com/index.php

I will toss a friendly plug for the CIN Motorsports guys. Good Z guys all around, they support the Z community and attend many of the southeastern Z events like ZDayZ, etc. CIN has built some cool cars over the years (when you stop by, ask if the Turbo'ed LS1 350Z is hanging around. Word of the wise(r) bring a second pair of underpants).

sig11 · 07-12-2012, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustin@Z1

ask if the Turbo'ed LS1 350Z is hanging around.

That is that most most amazing Z I've ever seen or heard.

travisjb · 07-14-2012, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dustin@Z1

I will toss a friendly plug for the CIN Motorsports guys. Good Z guys all around, they support the Z community and attend many of the southeastern Z events like ZDayZ, etc. CIN has built some cool cars over the years (when you stop by, ask if the Turbo'ed LS1 350Z is hanging around. Word of the wise(r) bring a second pair of underpants).

Dustin, would you please PM a quote to ship a NISMO rear bumper cover / fascia to CIN motorsports? No emblem, no mounting hardware. Ideally, painted brilliant silver. Thanks.

Dustin@Z1 · 07-15-2012, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

Dustin, would you please PM a quote to ship a NISMO rear bumper cover / fascia to CIN motorsports? No emblem, no mounting hardware. Ideally, painted brilliant silver. Thanks.

Travis,
Sorry for not seeing this post until Sunday. If I can get my laptop to remote access to the shop I will gladly get you a quote together.

If anything else I will back in the office Tuesday and will take care of it then. Shoot me a PM if you have any questions.

travisjb · 07-15-2012, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Kingbaby

Op what engine are you on?

What oil are you running?

#3... motul 300v... can't blame the oil for my issues!

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Originally Posted by Dustin@Z1

...will take care of it then

Thanks, man!

SPOHN · 07-12-2012, 02:01 PM

Awesome. Travis if you get a chance could you take a pic of your deleted AC and PM it to me? I'd very much appreciate it.

travisjb · 07-13-2012, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SPOHN

Awesome. Travis if you get a chance could you take a pic of your deleted AC and PM it to me? I'd very much appreciate it.

sorry for delay on this... let's see if I can get Bobby and crew to do this - they've got the car now

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Originally Posted by Dustin@Z1

I will toss a friendly plug for the CIN Motorsports guys. Good Z guys all around, they support the Z community and attend many of the southeastern Z events like ZDayZ, etc. CIN has built some cool cars over the years (when you stop by, ask if the Turbo'ed LS1 350Z is hanging around. Word of the wise(r) bring a second pair of underpants).

I'm sure they appreciate that Dustin, and you should know that when I was talking it through with them they actually gave you guys a positive plug.

theDreamer · 07-13-2012, 09:39 AM

Mk4 Challenge Model | | Factory Five RacingFactory Five Racing

Starts at 20k, but can go up to 40k if you have them build it for you and race ready.

07-03-2012, 08:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
wstar A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,024 Drives: too slow Rep Power: 3595	Yeah the Miata thing is what I keep going back to in my head from time to time. I mean, you could probably keep 2-3 Miatas ready to go just as backups for the cost of running a 370Z. But on the other hand, it's a Miata... __________________ 7AT Track Car! Journal thread / Car setup details

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ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 654	Was lapping a GT3 this weekend, the driver wasn't pushing it very hard, which with a car like that I can understand. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

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travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	After much deliberation, I've decided to take the car to CIN Motorsports of Charlotte! Reputable, licensed UpRev tuner and talented crew! Dropping the car off tonight to get moving on the HG and improvements to radiator airflow. http://www.cinmotorsports.com/index.php __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

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SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 46 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 222	Awesome. Travis if you get a chance could you take a pic of your deleted AC and PM it to me? I'd very much appreciate it. __________________

07-13-2012, 09:39 AM	#15 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4211	Mk4 Challenge Model \| \| Factory Five RacingFactory Five Racing Starts at 20k, but can go up to 40k if you have them build it for you and race ready. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

07-03-2012, 10:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
sig11 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Detroit Posts: 1,294 Drives: 09 370Z Red Sport-MT Rep Power: 19	Ooh. DSR. Those suckers are cheap to operate and are blisteringly fast.

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