GaleForce's build

GaleForce · 08-13-2014, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by jwick

I'm going Earl. I'm also wondering if I should use Earl hose too. It's way more expensive than Russell, like over 50% more. Just trying to justify the additional cost. I can't see that much difference in hose and that's not where my issues have been.

I don't know if there is any difference in hose, but from what I was reading, it's not advisable to use the ends from one manufacturer with the hose from another manufacturer. Possibly the hose wall thickness is different, and the fittings compensate for it, but there are no specs, or proof to back that up. I'm calling voodoo on the brand "x" fitting must use brand "x" hose.

Mitco39 · 08-12-2014, 12:24 PM

You guys have been putting to much Alcohol through your engines, it thins the blood! haha

jwick · 08-12-2014, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mitco39

You guys have been putting to much Alcohol through your engines, it thins the blood! haha

There's such a thing as too much alcohol

Retract all my previous statements. My BAC is causing all the leaks

GaleForce · 08-12-2014, 11:17 PM

Professional Toronto Photographer Daniel Camer has edited some photos. They look incredible! I will post some up tomorrow.

GaleForce · 08-13-2014, 10:00 PM

Russell fitting has been replaced. Test drive with Mrs.Force tomorrow. Hoping for no leaks *fingers crossed*

GaleForce · 08-14-2014, 06:30 PM

So I took the Z out to test the new fitting. I just got on the highway and caught a rock from a passing vehicle....

While on our drive Mrs.Force called the glass shop. They said they would have a new windshield ready at 2pm. On the way there I came up on this... I can't say what happened next...

Next the monkeys at the glass shop... Let me put it to you this way, they are getting me another windshield.

Top before, bottom after. Also notice the defect on the edge of the glass. I think they installed the weatherstrip upside down. I will be inspecting the glass and weatherstrip before the next installation. Something they should have done this time.

When I finally got home I checked the new fitting. It's leaking too. FFS. I am going to make a new hose, the new one will be a half inch longer. Shouldn't make a difference as the hose I have on there now isn't stressed. It's the only other thing I can think of doing.

Aaaaaaaarrrrrrrghhh!!!!!!!!

aszyd · 08-14-2014, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

I can't say what happened next...

You rolled up beside him and gave the thumbs-up of approval. Then calmly went about your previous business?

Sucks about the windshield. Hopefully they get that **** fixed correctly.

GaleForce · 08-14-2014, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by aszyd

You rolled up beside him and gave the thumbs-up of approval. Then calmly went about your previous business?

Sucks about the windshield. Hopefully they get that **** fixed correctly.

Yes, that was my plan until he goosed it.

jwick · 08-14-2014, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Yes, that was my plan until he goosed it.

Don't worry Mr. Gale. Those of us with BP kits who have ran across a 911tt know exactly what happened

aszyd · 08-14-2014, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Yes, that was my plan until he goosed it.

I don't seek out a race, but if they come at me, it's on! Too bad that never seems to happen on the routes that I take. The FL anti-racing laws seemed to have really toned down the other drivers.

jsutton2 · 08-14-2014, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

So I took the Z out to test the new fitting. I just got on the highway and caught a rock from a passing vehicle....

While on our drive Mrs.Force called the glass shop. They said they would have a new windshield ready at 2pm. On the way there I came up on this... I can't say what happened next...

Next the monkeys at the glass shop... Let me put it to you this way, they are getting me another windshield.

Top before, bottom after. Also notice the defect on the edge of the glass. I think they installed the weatherstrip upside down. I will be inspecting the glass and weatherstrip before the next installation. Something they should have done this time.

When I finally got home I checked the new fitting. It's leaking too. FFS. I am going to make a new hose, the new one will be a half inch longer. Shouldn't make a difference as the hose I have on there now isn't stressed. It's the only other thing I can think of doing.

Aaaaaaaarrrrrrrghhh!!!!!!!!

Mine looks similar but it's not leaking that I can tell... It's as if they installed the windshield lower than they should have, because I can actually see the edge of the windshield at the top. The weatherstripping at the top doesn't cover the edge of the windshield like it used to.

Would you guys have them fix it, even if it doesn't leak? Our cars are so loud that I have no idea if there is any additional wind noise.

GaleForce · 08-14-2014, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsutton2

Mine looks similar but it's not leaking that I can tell... It's as if they installed the windshield lower than they should have, because I can actually see the edge of the windshield at the top. The weatherstripping at the top doesn't cover the edge of the windshield like it used to.

Would you guys have them fix it, even if it doesn't leak? Our cars are so loud that I have no idea if there is any additional wind noise.

Does your weather strip have a visible seam?

Bottom line, it's not right, I'm not happy with it. They are getting another windshield and redoing it on their dime.

jsutton2 · 08-15-2014, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Does your weather strip have a visible seam?

Bottom line, it's not right, I'm not happy with it. They are getting another windshield and redoing it on their dime.

No visible seam. Your description of it looking like it was upside down sounds spot-on.

Hope they get it right the 2nd time.

GaleForce · 08-14-2014, 08:30 PM

Well, the photoshoot from earlier in the week was great. We are forbidden to show any shots until after the feature comes out. But... we did get some footage from a GoPro Hero on a DJI RC Drone that we are able to show. It's short but gets the point across.

Shot by RC Drone Ariel Photographer Daniel Camer.

carlitos_370z · 08-15-2014, 07:34 AM

Poor little Porsche hahaha!!

MR. Gale

Damn i hope you can resolve the problem with the windshield

08-12-2014, 12:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
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08-12-2014, 11:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Professional Toronto Photographer Daniel Camer has edited some photos. They look incredible! I will post some up tomorrow. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

08-13-2014, 10:00 PM	#5 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Russell fitting has been replaced. Test drive with Mrs.Force tomorrow. Hoping for no leaks fingers crossed __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

08-14-2014, 06:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	So I took the Z out to test the new fitting. I just got on the highway and caught a rock from a passing vehicle.... While on our drive Mrs.Force called the glass shop. They said they would have a new windshield ready at 2pm. On the way there I came up on this... I can't say what happened next... Next the monkeys at the glass shop... Let me put it to you this way, they are getting me another windshield. Top before, bottom after. Also notice the defect on the edge of the glass. I think they installed the weatherstrip upside down. I will be inspecting the glass and weatherstrip before the next installation. Something they should have done this time. When I finally got home I checked the new fitting. It's leaking too. FFS. I am going to make a new hose, the new one will be a half inch longer. Shouldn't make a difference as the hose I have on there now isn't stressed. It's the only other thing I can think of doing. Aaaaaaaarrrrrrrghhh!!!!!!!! __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

08-14-2014, 08:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Well, the photoshoot from earlier in the week was great. We are forbidden to show any shots until after the feature comes out. But... we did get some footage from a GoPro Hero on a DJI RC Drone that we are able to show. It's short but gets the point across. Shot by RC Drone Ariel Photographer Daniel Camer. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z Last edited by GaleForce; 08-14-2014 at 08:32 PM.

08-15-2014, 07:34 AM	#15 (permalink)
carlitos_370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 7,157 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z SP M6 Rep Power: 7587	Poor little Porsche hahaha!! MR. Gale Damn i hope you can resolve the problem with the windshield

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