The Sophia Project

paperboy42190 · 11-28-2013, 06:19 AM

any interest in getting your headlights painted or add any halos/leds while your car is in socal?

SS_Firehawk · 12-02-2013, 01:09 PM

Well I called GTM and I have good news. The car is up and running again. They will have it for another few weeks because I'm too busy to try and get it, it works out though as they have plenty of time to observe it and put some miles on her.

Unfortunately for me, this month has hit hard and I couldn't partake in black Friday or Cyber Monday deals. NST extended an offer to me and I couldn't even wing a spare $200 for the pulleys I've been waiting so long for. I'll get them when I can. Likewise my headlights. They are on my to do list.

To make things tougher on my car needs, Wifey wants an Xbox One lol. I did sell my fenders and front lip to recoup some funds. I also have two computers for sale. One has been my pride and joy for a couple years now with progressive updates, but it's time to start from scratch again. If you know anyone who needs one, I'll pay $50 for referrals.

On the upside, taxes should be pretty nice next year, and I will be filing asap. I'm hoping to knock a couple things off my car list.

SS_Firehawk · 12-03-2013, 11:36 AM

A little ear porn for you all. My dads 11' 5.0 making beautiful music. Don't mind me in the vid, I had a few drinks (half bottle of red wine, glass of white wine, and 3 beers).Car has wax on it, so yeah, swirls. (vid is in the process of being flipped to landscape instead of portrait)

SS_Firehawk · 12-19-2013, 11:08 PM

WooT!!! I love my Wife. She surprised me with a car rental so I can get my car Saturday morning. We debated whether we could afford it last night. I lost and accepted the defeat of my car not being home while I was home for the holidays, so this was really nice to see.
I'll get her all cleaned up when I get home. I planned a meet at PT's Pub parking lot this Sunday. I'm glad I can bring her out again. I'll update this weekend with videos.

sexZness · 12-19-2013, 11:11 PM

Your wife is so good to you. You're a lucky man.

SS_Firehawk · 12-23-2013, 10:27 AM

So a little bit of information you guys have been asking for... I did some data logging on the car to see if all the cooling mods are working as advertised. I don't have delta's, so if there is anyone willing to note what stock temps are, by all means, post it! This is with just normal driving. Maybe a couple spurts of mild acceleration to maneuver through traffic.

Outside temps were between 45 and 50 degrees during the 20 minute drive.

Average coolant temps were about 185 degrees Fahrenheit (fans never kicked on & AC off)
Highest coolant temps were 192 degrees Fahrenheit (fans never kicked on & AC off)
Average oil temps were about 172 degrees Fahrenheit
Highest oil temps... 172 degrees Fahrenheit
Intake air temps averaged about 13-15 above ambient while in motion.
Intake air temps averaged about 20 degrees above ambient while at rest.

I also turned off my meth as temps are really cool right now and I was running low. I need to go out and buy some distilled water and mix some up.

Also for videos, let me know what you guys want and I'll try to make it happen. Only thing I know I need is a flyby.

SS_Firehawk · 12-23-2013, 04:48 PM

I think my temp sensor is wrong and on the cold side. It was about 70 degrees and I logged some more. Oil temps were running between 180-185. Water temps didn't change. IATs didn't change either

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SS_Firehawk · 12-24-2013, 03:05 AM

Not a drive by vid, but for the guys wanting 4th gear in my last vid, I obliged by giving most of 5th too. The white walk path strips are at the half mile mark. Thank you to the Wife for the vid. Apologize for the washed out lights, it recorded with my HTC One and there is a big fingerprint on the lens... I recommend a nice speaker setup or headphones with it turned up and high def, sounds better...

SgtGoldy · 12-24-2013, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

Not a drive by vid, but for the guys wanting 4th gear in my last vid, I obliged by giving most of 5th too. The white walk path strips are at the half mile mark. Thank you to the Wife for the vid. Apologize for the washed out lights, it recorded with my HTC One and there is a big fingerprint on the lens... I recommend a nice speaker setup or headphones with it turned up and high def, sounds better...

Jesus.......

Hotrodz · 12-24-2013, 08:56 AM

Wow...my heart is pounding just listening to that sweet music. Very nice SS! Very nice..

itBurns · 12-27-2013, 09:10 PM

Music to my ears! Love superchargers, heck, twins nonetheless.

SgtGoldy · 12-30-2013, 10:16 PM

Hey SS, looks like you paved the way for another member to grab his:

Nissan 370Z Forum - Orestp's Album: GTM Twin Supercharger Build

SS_Firehawk · 12-30-2013, 11:18 PM

Yeah, he put everything together himself. I think he finished up a bit before mine, not sure tho. There are a few of us

Two Z's and at least three G's. One is done, the other almost, and one at GTM. The one at GTM is a built 4.2 auto with the smallest pulley. It's filled with a bunch of show crap like huge speakers, screens, oversized wheels and reupholstered interior. Dude won't even drive it much. Such a shame.

SgtGoldy · 12-31-2013, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

Yeah, he put everything together himself. I think he finished up a bit before mine, not sure tho. There are a few of us

Two Z's and at least three G's. One is done, the other almost, and one at GTM. The one at GTM is a built 4.2 auto with the smallest pulley. It's filled with a bunch of show crap like huge speakers, screens, oversized wheels and reupholstered interior. Dude won't even drive it much. Such a shame.

I hate show cars... all show no go lol. I couldn't imagine owning a car and not driving it at least once or twice a week.

theDreamer · 12-31-2013, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

Yeah, he put everything together himself. I think he finished up a bit before mine, not sure tho. There are a few of us

Two Z's and at least three G's. One is done, the other almost, and one at GTM. The one at GTM is a built 4.2 auto with the smallest pulley. It's filled with a bunch of show crap like huge speakers, screens, oversized wheels and reupholstered interior. Dude won't even drive it much. Such a shame.

I found out there is one being built in Houston also, details I was given was built motor, twin SC by GTM, suspension, exhaust, etc. I believe they are hoping to have it done to go play at the Texas Mile in the spring.

12-02-2013, 01:09 PM	#302 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	Well I called GTM and I have good news. The car is up and running again. They will have it for another few weeks because I'm too busy to try and get it, it works out though as they have plenty of time to observe it and put some miles on her. Unfortunately for me, this month has hit hard and I couldn't partake in black Friday or Cyber Monday deals. NST extended an offer to me and I couldn't even wing a spare $200 for the pulleys I've been waiting so long for. I'll get them when I can. Likewise my headlights. They are on my to do list. To make things tougher on my car needs, Wifey wants an Xbox One lol. I did sell my fenders and front lip to recoup some funds. I also have two computers for sale. One has been my pride and joy for a couple years now with progressive updates, but it's time to start from scratch again. If you know anyone who needs one, I'll pay $50 for referrals. On the upside, taxes should be pretty nice next year, and I will be filing asap. I'm hoping to knock a couple things off my car list. Mr&Mrs likes this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

12-03-2013, 11:36 AM	#303 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	A little ear porn for you all. My dads 11' 5.0 making beautiful music. Don't mind me in the vid, I had a few drinks (half bottle of red wine, glass of white wine, and 3 beers).Car has wax on it, so yeah, swirls. (vid is in the process of being flipped to landscape instead of portrait) __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

12-19-2013, 11:08 PM	#304 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	WooT!!! I love my Wife. She surprised me with a car rental so I can get my car Saturday morning. We debated whether we could afford it last night. I lost and accepted the defeat of my car not being home while I was home for the holidays, so this was really nice to see. I'll get her all cleaned up when I get home. I planned a meet at PT's Pub parking lot this Sunday. I'm glad I can bring her out again. I'll update this weekend with videos. vividracing likes this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

12-19-2013, 11:11 PM	#305 (permalink)
sexZness A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 18,504 Drives: like it's stolen Rep Power: 107	Your wife is so good to you. You're a lucky man. SS_Firehawk likes this. __________________ Clarification #1: I'm not a bro... [FONT="Garamond"]♥ Baby Zilla ♥ ~ Instagram: @SxZnS Forgestar \| FAST INTENTIONS \| Berk \| Injen \| H&R \| SPC \| Seibon \|

12-23-2013, 10:27 AM	#306 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	So a little bit of information you guys have been asking for... I did some data logging on the car to see if all the cooling mods are working as advertised. I don't have delta's, so if there is anyone willing to note what stock temps are, by all means, post it! This is with just normal driving. Maybe a couple spurts of mild acceleration to maneuver through traffic. Outside temps were between 45 and 50 degrees during the 20 minute drive. Average coolant temps were about 185 degrees Fahrenheit (fans never kicked on & AC off) Highest coolant temps were 192 degrees Fahrenheit (fans never kicked on & AC off) Average oil temps were about 172 degrees Fahrenheit Highest oil temps... 172 degrees Fahrenheit Intake air temps averaged about 13-15 above ambient while in motion. Intake air temps averaged about 20 degrees above ambient while at rest. I also turned off my meth as temps are really cool right now and I was running low. I need to go out and buy some distilled water and mix some up. Also for videos, let me know what you guys want and I'll try to make it happen. Only thing I know I need is a flyby. heheilovepie likes this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

11-28-2013, 06:19 AM	#301 (permalink)
paperboy42190 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Alhambra, CA Posts: 193 Drives: 2007 Acura TL Type-S Rep Power: 13	any interest in getting your headlights painted or add any halos/leds while your car is in socal?

12-23-2013, 04:48 PM	#307 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	I think my temp sensor is wrong and on the cold side. It was about 70 degrees and I logged some more. Oil temps were running between 180-185. Water temps didn't change. IATs didn't change either Sent from my HTCONE using Tapatalk __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

12-24-2013, 03:05 AM	#308 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	Not a drive by vid, but for the guys wanting 4th gear in my last vid, I obliged by giving most of 5th too. The white walk path strips are at the half mile mark. Thank you to the Wife for the vid. Apologize for the washed out lights, it recorded with my HTC One and there is a big fingerprint on the lens... I recommend a nice speaker setup or headphones with it turned up and high def, sounds better... Red_Z, Hotrodz and itBurns like this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction Last edited by SS_Firehawk; 12-24-2013 at 03:11 AM.

12-24-2013, 08:56 AM	#310 (permalink)
Hotrodz Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684384	Wow...my heart is pounding just listening to that sweet music. Very nice SS! Very nice.. SS_Firehawk likes this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

12-27-2013, 09:10 PM	#311 (permalink)
itBurns Base Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New York Posts: 28 Drives: 2013 Honda Coupe Rep Power: 11	Music to my ears! Love superchargers, heck, twins nonetheless. SS_Firehawk likes this.

12-30-2013, 10:16 PM	#312 (permalink)
SgtGoldy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 3,503 Drives: C63 AMG - LSD Rep Power: 650	Hey SS, looks like you paved the way for another member to grab his: Nissan 370Z Forum - Orestp's Album: GTM Twin Supercharger Build SS_Firehawk likes this. __________________ C63 AMG LSD - Straight Pipe - EuroCharge v5 - Vossen CV7 - IG: @SuperFastYo

12-30-2013, 11:18 PM	#313 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7334	Yeah, he put everything together himself. I think he finished up a bit before mine, not sure tho. There are a few of us Two Z's and at least three G's. One is done, the other almost, and one at GTM. The one at GTM is a built 4.2 auto with the smallest pulley. It's filled with a bunch of show crap like huge speakers, screens, oversized wheels and reupholstered interior. Dude won't even drive it much. Such a shame. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

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