What did you do with your Z today VI (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

ChopsZ · 08-18-2016, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by mishuko

Something that isn't mentioned in the DYI install is while it's still rigged you should loosen the clevis end before removing the stock assembly.

or you could do it my way and find out afterwards you should have done it first.... luckily I'm local to Ryan and gave him a shout and he recommended a screwdriver to help break loos the nuts.

Oh and if I had to install the RJM again... I'd rather pay someone else to do it. I'm pretty damn petite but I did not enjoy the contorting around even with two towels down and foam pad for the knees.

Anyways enjoy!!! my setting is 50% and I love it. Much smoother manual rev matching and smoother n-1 1-2 shifts with a lot less effort.

Being 6' 1" and 230 lbs, petite I am not, nor am I as flexible as I used to be. In short, I'm really not looking forward to installing this thing. But I'd rather take a couple hours (or more) and do it myself than pay someone to do it. At least, with me doing it, I know it's done right.

I'll definitely make note of your tips. Anything to make things go smoothly. Thanks!

JARblue · 08-18-2016, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Being 6' 1" and 230 lbs, petite I am not, nor am I as flexible as I used to be. In short, I'm really not looking forward to installing this thing. But I'd rather take a couple hours (or more) and do it myself than pay someone to do it. At least, with me doing it, I know it's done right.

I'll definitely make note of your tips. Anything to make things go smoothly. Thanks!

You are pretty much exactly my size. I've done four RJM clutch pedal installs now. Let me tell you the newest version is so much easier to install and adjust than the old one. You shouldn't have any troubles if you're at all mechanically inclined, but it's not exactly a fun install.

The best tip I have is to set up something next to the driver side that is just about door sill height (I use an old wooden file cabinet turned on its side - it is pretty sturdy). Add blankets and pillows to provide cushioning for you and to protect the car's paint. This will make it much more tolerable working on your back down in the footwell. If you start to feel cramped or are just uncomfortable, spend your time down there in short 5-10 min sessions. I found that the better the cushioning, the easier it is to spend longer periods down there.

ChopsZ · 08-18-2016, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

You are pretty much exactly my size. I've done four RJM clutch pedal installs now. Let me tell you the newest version is so much easier to install and adjust than the old one. You shouldn't have any troubles if you're at all mechanically inclined, but it's not exactly a fun install.

The best tip I have is to set up something next to the driver side that is just about door sill height (I use an old wooden file cabinet turned on its side - it is pretty sturdy). Add blankets and pillows to provide cushioning for you and to protect the car's paint. This will make it much more tolerable working on your back down in the footwell. If you start to feel cramped or are just uncomfortable, spend your time down there in short 5-10 min sessions. I found that the better the cushioning, the easier it is to spend longer periods down there.

Well if you want a fifth RJM install under your belt, come on over to FL and install mine. I'll buy you lunch and dinner! LOL

More great tips. Thanks! So no need to put the car up on ramps I guess. Sounds like that would make things more difficult.

madwi · 08-18-2016, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Well if you want a fifth RJM install under your belt, come on over to FL and install mine. I'll buy you lunch and dinner! LOL

More great tips. Thanks! So no need to put the car up on ramps I guess. Sounds like that would make things more difficult.

Don't be afraid to take the seat out to give you some room to turn wrenches.

ChaseZ · 08-19-2016, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by madwi

Don't be afraid to take the seat out to give you some room to turn wrenches.

I opted to leave the seat in. It wasn't too bad getting under there, and would have been fine if you could just do everything in one shot. It was the in/out in/out in/out from the awkward position that really sucked.

That and RJM must have a lot of sharp edges cause I sliced the heck out of my right hand lol

Reminds me I need to adjust it again today. Still trying to nail down exactly where I want it.

mishuko · 08-19-2016, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

Why's that? It's not like someone is going to shove their face in the footwell and go "WHAT THE ****"

what about the girl? you know... road head and all...

nsfw sounds...then 'oooo shiny pedals'

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Originally Posted by kenchan

if it dont bother u den okay. but my cars all have metal nice looking pedals to compliment the interior. u spent money on other bits, why halfarse the pedals?

agree... especially with the amount of work he's done.

imo his inside is tack cause ain't gold! jk. I like the work he has been doing.

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Being 6' 1" and 230 lbs, petite I am not, nor am I as flexible as I used to be. In short, I'm really not looking forward to installing this thing. But I'd rather take a couple hours (or more) and do it myself than pay someone to do it. At least, with me doing it, I know it's done right.

I'll definitely make note of your tips. Anything to make things go smoothly. Thanks!

If you don't have anything that height... try using gardening pads. I had about 3 laid out and some towels on the skirt part

Madwi has a good point too! lol I found it wasn't so much the side that hurt me it was the damn seat thigh supporting thingie jabbing my back that caused the most discomfort.

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