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VABAM 08-19-2016 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefPat (Post 3539835)
Does anyone else track their Z? I've run a few autocross events with TSCC, and heading to NCCAR tomorrow for a HPDE, and haven't seen any 370Zs out there. One guy was running a 350Z roadster, but he is wanting to switch to an Evo.

I track mine but I don't get to as often as I would like. Just did an HPDE at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park a few weeks ago. Awesome track! It was apart of ZCON and during the HPDE I got to talk with Steve Millen. We talked about my car and 370Zs in general. Might be going to VIR in Sep which TSCC is host. I haven't done an event at NCCAR yet but my Z track buddies say it's okay but they would rather spend their money on going to VIR instead.

ChiefPat 08-21-2016 04:47 PM

I had a good time yesterday. NCCAR isnt the fastest or most technical track, but it is a good beginner track. Previous to this the only track I've been on has been the tactical track at Academi, so it was good to help me learn lines and apexes.

We got 5 20 minute sessions, so an hour and 40 minutes of track time.

And it cost less than my last speeding ticket, for the chance to run my Z as hard as I could:happydance:

VABAM 08-21-2016 04:57 PM

:tup:

Sean1125R 08-22-2016 09:29 PM

Just moved out to Colorado Springs, drove the Z the whole way from Yorktown. Sorry I never got to meet anyone from the Hampton Roads area while I was there.

240se 08-25-2016 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefPat (Post 3541051)
I had a good time yesterday. NCCAR isnt the fastest or most technical track, but it is a good beginner track. Previous to this the only track I've been on has been the tactical track at Academi, so it was good to help me learn lines and apexes.

We got 5 20 minute sessions, so an hour and 40 minutes of track time.

What club or organization hosted the event at NCCAR?

ChiefPat 08-25-2016 01:13 PM

Apex Track Events.

ChiefPat 08-25-2016 01:16 PM

http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/...ps0rrgx7yk.png
A screenshot of one of the pictures.

Darketch 08-25-2016 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Sean1125R (Post 3542087)
Just moved out to Colorado Springs, drove the Z the whole way from Yorktown. Sorry I never got to meet anyone from the Hampton Roads area while I was there.

How was that ride? U must have had to ship all ur stuff?

bkngo 08-27-2016 04:49 PM

sup guys! missed you all...

JGuebara14 08-27-2016 07:30 PM

I'm active aswell Yorktown area.... Btw I have a ton of parts I'm selling if anyone is interested, Z1 CSC elimination kit, twin disk clutch, berk HFCs, stillen intakes, etc.

VABAM 08-27-2016 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3544726)
I'm active aswell Yorktown area.... Btw I have a ton of parts I'm selling if anyone is interested, Z1 CSC elimination kit, twin disk clutch, berk HFCs, stillen intakes, etc.

Any details on the twin disk clutch?

JGuebara14 08-28-2016 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3544772)
Any details on the twin disk clutch?

Spec super twin disk clutch SS trim retails for $1100 Recommended usage: Street, Drag, Road Racing/Time Attack, Ralley. The Super Twin offers near-stock drivability, tremendous life expectancy, a no shimming/setup bolt-in installation and maintenance free operation. With all billet construction, these units are smooth and quiet. The units are rebuild-able (SN35SST-2) by SPEC or the end user and replacement components or rebuild services are always available. The super twin is constructed with aircraft grade aluminum and high carbon billet steel milled to an industry leading 0.001 inch for perfect balance and actuation. Friction is provided by dampened, full-faced carbon graphite discs. Organic, fiber and full metallic options are available. Flywheel and track-spec hardware are included in each kit.

I'm willing to do a combo deal for $1k for both the z1 kit and the clutch both brand new in box

bkngo 09-01-2016 02:41 PM

anyone installed a RJM v2 clutch pedal? I might need help in the next week or two... also, might go order a navtool to finish my backup cam/front camera install... let me know...

Voice59 09-01-2016 03:30 PM

I'll drop by to help if you need it. From what I understand it's an (awkward) one man job. Awkward as in the position of your body while installing it.

Krylon 09-01-2016 04:22 PM

I installed a v3.1 about a month ago. Make sure you have a blanket or extra pillow to use for your ribs.

bkngo 09-05-2016 10:21 AM

ok cool... hopefully the seller contact me back today about the RJM. I'll need help with installing the Navtool (it's plug and play) and front camera.

Voice59 09-07-2016 04:09 PM

Front camera?

bkngo 09-10-2016 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Voice59 (Post 3549437)
Front camera?

I wanted a front camera to avoid smashing my carbon fiber lip. I'm usually the guy that parks about 2 feet away from the concrete blocks in the parking lot. LOL... I got to pick up a few connecting wires and wire taps today (I probably go ahead and pick up a cabin filter too). It has two video inputs. I using one for a front camera and the second for the rear camera. Some people use the first input for side camera views, dvd players, or mirrorcasting from their phones.

Kai, let me know if you are interested with helping. I still have to stop by AutoZone to pick up the stuff this morning (opens at 0730). So, hopefully I can start at 0830-0900.

I never heard back from the seller for the RJM clutch pedal. He didn't want to give his number out (even though I sent him my cell phone number) or use PayPal so I thought that it was kind of weird. I might buy the RJM V3.1 instead and not worry about it.

bkngo 09-10-2016 09:53 PM

No luck with the Navtool. I used a digital multimeter to check all of my connections. I think it is the unit because my RCA connection works without the Navtool with the e-brake on and not moving. Oh well maybe I can try again tomorrow.

Voice59 09-12-2016 06:37 PM

Hey man. Just text me whenever you need help. I don't really get on this thing often. Pretty much only at work.

Voice59 09-13-2016 10:05 PM

Got the car back. I'm down for most things...

VABAM 09-13-2016 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Voice59 (Post 3552337)
Got the car back. I'm down for most things...

:tup:

And mine is OOC. :crying:
Hopefully it wont be down for long.
F'n CSC. :shakes head:

Voice59 09-14-2016 03:54 PM

Final form... LoL

http://www.the370z.com/members/voice...olor-swap.jpeg

bkngo 09-14-2016 06:17 PM

I think my NavTool 3.0 unit is defective... everything is soldered but there are no video signals. I used a multimeter to check all of my connection and made sure it was the right wires (12v accessory, ground, etc.) the tech support told me to RMA it. when I put it in rear it automatically switch to video 2. I have a momentary switch that allows me to switch between video 1, 2, and navigation.

Voice59 09-14-2016 06:20 PM

You sure they're not cold solders? Sometimes that could cause the conductivity of the solder to be screwed up. I'm not too knowledgeable with the Navtool stuff.

JGuebara14 09-18-2016 11:36 AM

Just got a new clutch installed any one down to cruise need plenty of break in mileage. :driving:

VABAM 09-18-2016 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3554548)
Just got a new clutch installed any one down to cruise need plenty of break in mileage. :driving:

Still waiting for my new clutch.

Which clutch did you get?

JGuebara14 09-19-2016 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3554592)
Still waiting for my new clutch.

Which clutch did you get?

Southbend stage 3 daily with southbend lighted flywheel and HD CSC I'm loving it!

VABAM 09-19-2016 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3554940)
Southbend stage 3 daily with southbend lighted flywheel and HD CSC I'm loving it!

:tup:

Have this kit on from ZSpeed on order:
ZSP Stage 2+ "SFI" Certified Clutch + Flywheel + CMAK CSC Delete

The kit contains:
- ZSP Stage 2+ SFI Certified Clutch Kit
- ZSP Stage 2+ SFI Certified Pressure plate
- ZSP "CMAK" CSC Delete Kit
- ZSP Forged 17lb Flywheel
- OEM Nissan Pliot Bushing
- Clutch Alignment Tool
- Insulated Stainless Clutch Hose
- OEM Master cylinder

JGuebara14 09-19-2016 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3554955)
:tup:

Have this kit on from ZSpeed on order:
ZSP Stage 2+ "SFI" Certified Clutch + Flywheel + CMAK CSC Delete

The kit contains:
- ZSP Stage 2+ SFI Certified Clutch Kit
- ZSP Stage 2+ SFI Certified Pressure plate
- ZSP "CMAK" CSC Delete Kit
- ZSP Forged 17lb Flywheel
- OEM Nissan Pliot Bushing
- Clutch Alignment Tool
- Insulated Stainless Clutch Hose
- OEM Master cylinder

Nice where are you getting it installed at? I got mine done at rt tuning

VABAM 09-19-2016 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3555136)
Nice where are you getting it installed at? I got mine done at rt tuning

Tidewater Z Auto Service

Where is RT Tuning?

JGuebara14 09-19-2016 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3555214)
Tidewater Z Auto Service

Where is RT Tuning?

In Pennsylvania, does tidewater z do uprev tuning? Also let me know how the install goes

VABAM 09-19-2016 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3555275)
In Pennsylvania, does tidewater z do uprev tuning? Also let me know how the install goes

Hoping to get a some good pics of the install but I'll definitely be posting an after action report. I'm expecting great things with this kit considering I already have a RJM clutch pedal. I'm hoping the parts will get in tomorrow and be installed later this week.

Tidewater Z isn't able to do tuning that requires a dyno because they don't have one. IMO its a great place for maintenance, bolt-ons and performance parts that don't require dyno tuning but, I might be a little baised due to the head mechanic/owner being a friend.

The only down side to his shop is they do not install costumer supplied parts as a general rule. Understandably that has rubbed some people the wrong way. He has been burned too many times by customer supplied parts. His prices have been very fair on parts.

JGuebara14 09-20-2016 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3555304)
Hoping to get a some good pics of the install but I'll definitely be posting an after action report. I'm expecting great things with this kit considering I already have a RJM clutch pedal. I'm hoping the parts will get in tomorrow and be installed later this week.

Tidewater Z isn't able to do tuning that requires a dyno because they don't have one. IMO its a great place for maintenance, bolt-ons and performance parts that don't require dyno tuning but, I might be a little baised due to the head mechanic/owner being a friend.

The only down side to his shop is they do not install costumer supplied parts as a general rule. Understandably that has rubbed some people the wrong way. He has been burned too many times by customer supplied parts. His prices have been very fair on parts.

Well damn the fact that we can't bring our own parts is a killer for me. I can understand if it's a used part but if it's brand new there shouldn't be any hesitation reason why shops do that is so that they can add on a profit for ordering parts for you when you can do it yourself, I saved $300 by ordering my clutch kit myself instead of having the shop do it.

240se 09-20-2016 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by VABAM (Post 3555304)
Hoping to get a some good pics of the install but I'll definitely be posting an after action report. I'm expecting great things with this kit considering I already have a RJM clutch pedal. I'm hoping the parts will get in tomorrow and be installed later this week.

Tidewater Z isn't able to do tuning that requires a dyno because they don't have one. IMO its a great place for maintenance, bolt-ons and performance parts that don't require dyno tuning but, I might be a little baised due to the head mechanic/owner being a friend.

The only down side to his shop is they do not install costumer supplied parts as a general rule. Understandably that has rubbed some people the wrong way. He has been burned too many times by customer supplied parts. His prices have been very fair on parts.


I'm in Tabb so Tidewater Z is just down the street from me. I have been curious as to whether they did good work. There has been a Z shop at that location since at least the early 80s, how long has your friend worked there?

bkngo 09-20-2016 04:51 PM

NavTool customer service is a joke. The same guy work customer service, sales, tech support, and online help. I spoke with him about four different times. The first time he told me it would take about 48hrs to receive a RMA email. I waited for a few days and nothing (called customer service). I called back and it is the same guy. He suggests another 24-48hrs and still nothing (called tech support). I called today and (selected a different sales) he said he sent it but he would resend it again. He told me to wait for a few hours... it's 2 hours and nothing in my spam box, inbox, etc. he can't check to see if they have the correct email in the system... if I call back and he give me the run around again I am going through paypal to get my money back... I should have went with the bypass harness instead.

VABAM 09-20-2016 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JGuebara14 (Post 3555418)
Well damn the fact that we can't bring our own parts is a killer for me. I can understand if it's a used part but if it's brand new there shouldn't be any hesitation reason why shops do that is so that they can add on a profit for ordering parts for you when you can do it yourself, I saved $300 by ordering my clutch kit myself instead of having the shop do it.

I agree it is a little bit of a bummer but after witnessing some of the customers he has to deal with it is understandable. I agree sometimes you can miss out good deals but on the flip side he has gotten me deals on parts too. One time he saved me $500+ on a part.

I've been at his shop when a guy showed up a with a new part wanting it to be installed, this is back when he used to install customer provided parts. The part was not the correct version and the customer argued that it was. It came out that he got his info from a forum. In the end after wasting almost a hour of my friends time he left in a huff only to come back 2 months later to have his Z fixed because the incorrect part caused serious damage to his Z. This happens regularly.

He got sick of dealing with forum mechanics, poor quality parts, etc. so he adopted the policy. He has plenty of business so the customers he losses due to the policy doesn't affect him that much.

VABAM 09-20-2016 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 240se (Post 3555594)
I'm in Tabb so Tidewater Z is just down the street from me. I have been curious as to whether they did good work. There has been a Z shop at that location since at least the early 80s, how long has your friend worked there?

I'm unsure how long he has worked there. IIRC he worked there for awhile then bought the business from the original owner. I would guess 20+ years easily. He does a great job, I wouldn't take my Z there if he didn't. His advise alone has been invaluable. He has steered me to better choices in parts and in the long run has saved me money.

VABAM 09-20-2016 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bkngo (Post 3555655)
NavTool customer service is a joke. The same guy work customer service, sales, tech support, and online help. I spoke with him about four different times. The first time he told me it would take about 48hrs to receive a RMA email. I waited for a few days and nothing (called customer service). I called back and it is the same guy. He suggests another 24-48hrs and still nothing (called tech support). I called today and (selected a different sales) he said he sent it but he would resend it again. He told me to wait for a few hours... it's 2 hours and nothing in my spam box, inbox, etc. he can't check to see if they have the correct email in the system... if I call back and he give me the run around again I am going through paypal to get my money back... I should have went with the bypass harness instead.

That sucks. Sorry to hear that. :(

Voice59 09-20-2016 06:00 PM

Yeah..sounds like the DMV, except worse.


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