Mike, that's great. You might as well just post some prices and make a group buy. There is at least a handful of people looking for a solution. I'm excited to see your setup. Brake ducting will be your second selling niche for our cars. Obviously you guys have some more pressing deadlines at the moment though...

I should have made it more clear that I said first and foremost because the rear % is the reason we made the decision, not the starve issue. We would have been able to modify the stock tank to alleviate the stumbling, but we'd still be dealing with the weight distribution issue.

Mike

Thanks dude! We're working on making an affordable version of our brake duct system that works with our brake kit, and it should be available sometime this summer. As for the tank, we just had a meeting, and we will have two solutions to offer.

First option is the full race setup that I already talked about. This is not cheap, but if you are building a full race car, it is the right option, in terms of weight distribution, fuel pickup, and crashworthiness. This is for our full on racers, Grand Am, World Challenge, etc.

Option two is something a little less radical, and is a perfect option for the track day and autocross kind of guys. We will be designing and engineering a surge tank that drops into the stock tank and uses the stock pumps as lift pumps to keep the surge tank full. This will be a little less effective than the full cell, but will certainly be more affordable and is perfect for the more casual track driver.

We'll be able to get prices out after we finish our race cars, run a couple races and finally have a little time to make some prototypes and price them out.

Thanks!

Mike

^awesome. I'd very likely be 'in' for the second option. Looking forward to following you guys this season.

Put me down for an in-tank surge tank when you get it, sounds like it would be perfect for HPDE, time-trial setup.

In for updates. Glad to see the 370 in some racing!

LOL, you guys are good! Thanks for linking that, Mike! We're working on another big update as I type...

Mike

Hey mike, what front endlinks are you guys going to be using?

you guys are the best :)
i wish you all the best

Ours.

Mike

def cant wait to see some parts available....also thinking of going to the race in alabama...its not that far from me. any chance of me getting to see your "garage" there since i highly doubt ill be out in cali anytime soon

I really need a set of front endlinks to replace the stock ones, do you have any available that I could buy off you & test out?

You absolutely should! The racing in Grand Am is awesome, and Barber is one of the nicest places you could ever watch a race at. Also, fans are ALWAYS welcome in our pit! Just find the A.M. Performance transporter and say hi.

We'll let you know as soon as we have a set available, it shouldn't be more than a month or two.

Thanks!

Mike

I'm up for this as well.

Mike - I just saw your tour vid. very nice!

Question on your dyno/engine tuning program. Is AM Performance planning to become an Uprev dealer? Can't wait to se what other parts you all come out with.

Interesting stuff in the works Mike! I'll be following you guys this season and I hope to see you guys "live" at Road America this year. Good luck!

Update 3/19/11
 

In just over 3 weeks Mike Sweeney and Brian Lock will be making their debut at the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge Barber 200, from April 7-9. They have postponed their official public revealing in order to see that the number 4 car is in tip-top shape and will demonstrate its awesome capabilities at Barber. They plan on having everything on the car and start testing within the week. So keep up for what will be some awesome videos.

Also, Mike Sweeney is running this very important fundraising effort for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, please check it out it is a great cause and you can help a lot of people!

https://svmb.dojiggy.com/pledge/inde...7E747E0F0D0403


Below are some cool pictures on what has been going on at the shop and also a video tour of the shop, for those who might have missed Cmike2780's post.




Cool Video!

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Awesome Picture!




Sweet fuel cell/receptacle setup!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0651.JPG


Awesome oil cooler setup!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0646.JPG


Mike and Jeff working sheet metal for fuel cell

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0647.JPG


Andrew machining the A/C Delete Kit Pulley Relocation Bracket

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0648.JPG


Front of car 3/8

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0650.JPG


Big Duster TIG welding coolant swirl pot

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0659.JPG


Car rear 3/9 - working on crossing things off of that punch list!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0661.JPG


Wiring!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0662.JPG


Making templates for graphics

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0663.JPG


Best lookin' canopies you ever saw.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0665.JPG


Machining A-arm pieces

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0667.JPG


Making brake and fuel lines

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0669.JPG


Andrew being smart.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0670.JPG


Taylor-Dunn! These things make the racing world go round, we'll be doing some custom stuff with ours...

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0676.JPG


Starting to lay on the car wrap!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0681.JPG


Drew being smart

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0682.JPG


Weighing the car, Clampett-style

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0687.JPG


Sneak peek of our finished caliper mount and a prototype Ultra-Trick 370Z Upper A-Arm

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0689.JPG





The team is also selling their 2005 Renegade toterhome setup.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...SZC8Q~~_12.JPG

If you are interested visit: 2005 Renegade Toter Home For Sale! Only 74,000 miles!!! - eBay (item 330542521484 end time Mar-22-11 11:28:13 PDT)

Keep checking this thread and sign up for A.M. Performance's Facebook page to receive more great updates!

Liking the A-arms. :tup:

Thanks for all the interest guys! It's getting really exciting around here, the car runs and will be on the ground and ready to roll in the next few days, and we are getting set up to start our retail program so you guys can throw our sweet parts on your cars and go do rad stuff.

In the meantime, though, I need your help! I am trying to raise as much money as I can to fund research for the cure of leukemia and lymphoma this season. 100% of all donations goes directly to charity, and all you have to do is click here and donate whatever you can:

https://svmb.dojiggy.com/pledge/inde...7E747E0F0D0403

Thanks!

Mike

What name should we be putting in?

Oops! Wrong link, I should have put up the one that takes you directly to the fundraising page. I'll fix that right now. I'll post a picture of the car for your troubles.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...6/IMG_0718.jpg

Thanks!

Mike

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Do u have a list of what you guys will be selling once the retail store opens?

Yep, the initial catalog is up on the main website front page. Click on "A.M. Performance Parts" on the left side of the page.

We'll be adding parts as we finish the prototype phase on each one, but the list you see there should all be available by the end of the summer. Prices will be set for each piece once they are ready for production, but our aim is to offer superior product at competitive prices by having smaller margins and good relationships with our suppliers through our racing efforts.

Thanks!

Mike

I saw you guys are going to have a clutch/flywheel kit coming out, what are you going to do about the problematic csc that seems to be breaking for everyone

Our kit includes an aluminum hydraulic release bearing (which is just another name for CSC) that is designed and produced in-house. This piece will be available both for the full clutch kit, and will also be a direct bolt-in for the stock clutch (in case you don't want to upgrade the clutch, but want to remove a failure point).

Thanks!

Mike

Wow that's big news, I plan on going with the GTM stg.2 supercharger which IMO will produce about 450-500whp with supporting mods. Do you have a clutch that can handle that?, csc failure free :)

Hey Mike, just a suggestion. Maybe all of you involved that have usernames on here could add your website address to your profile, that way we can click on your name and select your website.

I'm getting real excited to see you guys race. Especially after that good fortune of the Nissan team in LMP2 at Sebring. Proud to have some of your old parts in my car (and laundry room and storage room and...). :tiphat:

Once you get retail parts available, then you'd definitely want to become a sponsor on here. We LUUB our sponsors!

Done! You're a smart guy, and I thank you for that.

Once we're selling parts, we will definitely become a sponsor!

Mike

Intake or exhaust upgrades?

Yes. Headers/full systems for the exit will be available, and several different levels of performance will be available on the entry side of things. I'll post some photos tomorrow of the full race setup we are finalizing right now.

Mike

Mike, PM sent :)

Wow. I see some cool stuff happening in the future

Any thought in making aftermarket Intake Manifolds? That I know of there is only one on the market right now for the 370.

Just wait for the GT-R intake manifold conversion, it will be the Ultimate

Update 4/4/11
 

This weekend A.M. Performance will be making their much anticipated debut at Barber Motorsports Park, Barber 200. They will be demonstrating the exciting new capabilities of their Nissan 370z NISMO's, which they have meticulously and relentlessly built from the bottom up, developed new parts, and tuned everything to harmony. This thread has shown the team's determination and diligence in creating the most exciting new race cars out there, and we will continue brining more great updates from the team. Since we missed last week's update and the team is about to race, there will be a double update within the next couple of days, this being the first. You can also stay connected with the team through their mailing list. Those who sign up will receive race results, what's happening at the shop, what they are doing, what they are making, and probably some pretty cool videos involving race cars doing pretty cool stuff.

Sign up form A.M. Performance's Mailing List at: Mailing List Sign Up

For those who are first time viewers or returning fans, Mike Sweeny is working with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to promote the awareness of blood cancers, and he is currently in the running for their Man of the Year. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is a dedicated volunteer health agency devoted to providing the necessary information and funds needed to research blood related cancers. If you are interested in their cause or the diseases they are fighting, check out their website at: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® - Official Website

If you wish to read Mike's story relating to and/or make a donation supporting Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, please follow this link:
https://svmb.dojiggy.com/pledge/inde...7E747E0F0D0403






Below there are some great pictures and another cool video!!

Dyno Video:

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Awesome Pictures!!



1.Mike going into T3 in the wet!

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2. Brian fording a river at 90mph!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3920.jpg


3. Getting the front end together!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_0718.JPG


4. Andrew fitting up the exhaust.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3300.JPG


5. It's on the ground!!!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3313.JPG


6. Going on the lift for exhaust install.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3315.JPG


7. Fab area looks weird without #04 on the stands.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3316.JPG


8. Shop staying busy!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3306.JPG


9. Nissan's everywhere!!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3318.JPG


10. A close up view of our brake kit.

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3320.JPG


11. Dyno night!

http://amperformanceracing.com/site/...e/IMG_3327.JPG

Again keep checking this thread the next couple of days to stay up to date on the team before the big race. We will again be bringing another cool update within the new couple of days!

sick pics again this round!

That caliper bracket looks pretty similar to the one for my AP Racing setup, I'm excited that I might be able to use that duct piece!

So when does the 04 car make its track debut?

Wednesday afternoon! Woohoo!!!

Mike