POSSIBLE solution to opening top with FOB key......and MORE

Shane D · 05-07-2011, 09:20 AM

I see most of you guys are pretty current on this. I got an e-mail today that the module for the G37 will ready on May 20th. 370Z to follow.

"Hi,

we are working on the release of the SmartTOP for the Nissan 370Z.

Here are the links:

Demo Video (Sneak Preview): YouTube - SmartTOP for Nissan 370Z Roadster - SNEAK PREVIEW by mods4cars!

Manual:
mods4cars product manual

Best Regards, Sven Tornow"

Shane D

VTZ · 05-13-2011, 12:02 PM

You can now pre-order the smart top for the 370Z on their website. Direct link below:

mods4cars Online Shop

$299 + shipping cost. Expected to ship out July 1st.

I just pre-ordered mine! Looking forward to this.

Z_U_later · 05-13-2011, 01:50 PM

Just pre-ordered mine today. Can't wait to get it.

crash1369 · 05-13-2011, 06:23 PM

Good Luck guys, it's a nice unit.

My Z is gone, but I tested the crap out of that thing in every conceivable way I could think of and everything works as described. (when I did it right

)

In other news, for anyone who may be interested. The Benz is great

I have no regret, even considering the money I lost. I'm really enjoying this car

gr8-wrx · 05-13-2011, 10:36 PM

That sneek preview is pretty slick!

fonZie · 05-14-2011, 09:14 AM

We should try to get a Group Buy going. I'll send them an email.

fonZie · 05-14-2011, 11:07 AM

Group Buy!!!

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-r...ml#post1110398

Evildmx · 05-15-2011, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crash1369

Good Luck guys, it's a nice unit.

My Z is gone, but I tested the crap out of that thing in every conceivable way I could think of and everything works as described. (when I did it right

)

In other news, for anyone who may be interested. The Benz is great

I have no regret, even considering the money I lost. I'm really enjoying this car

Good to know you're enjoying your new ride.
It's a nice car. I especially like the inside. So many features.

crash1369 · 05-15-2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evildmx

Good to know you're enjoying your new ride.
It's a nice car. I especially like the inside. So many features.

Yeah I really like it, thanks

VTZ · 07-01-2011, 12:36 PM

So this is a little frustrating.. I decided to check the mods4cars.com website, which has been saying that the SmartTop for the 370Z would ship on 7/1/11, and today (the day its supposed to be available to ship) not says "out of stock and will ship on 08-01-2011". What the heck??? Are we going to get this thing before the end of the Summer?!? Lame.

mjaime_007 · 07-01-2011, 10:23 PM

i was at there lab today and i was able to meet up with the installer and install mine, the first one of production, the reason why it takes a little longer is that they were able to test the final product today and were satisfy so now they can send it to mass production, i been testing it non stop today and i love it, definally WORTH THE WAIT !!!!!!!
YouTube - ‪370z smart top‬&rlm;

sorry about the video i just really wanted to take it, i will take a better one tomorrow in day light ,

i would like to take a second to thank
mods4cars USA
General Manager

Website: mods4cars smartTOP - remoteTOP - remoteKEY Porsche Carrera Boxster Mercedes Benz SLK SL CLK Comfort One-Touch Soft-Top roof control units and Comfort remote controllers
Twitter: mods4cars (mods4cars) on Twitter
YouTube: YouTube - ‪mods4cars's Channel‬&rlm;
Facebook: mods4cars | Facebook

mjaime_007 · 07-03-2011, 02:22 PM

YouTube - ‪370z roadster fob control‬&rlm;

Kirkster · 07-04-2011, 06:41 AM

Nice. I want badly...

VTZ · 07-27-2011, 09:24 PM

Well its been a year and 1 month since this thread started and I am finally happy to say that this all came to fruition and I now have received, and installed my SmartTop (FINALLY!!)

I received the item yesterday (quick shipping) and installed it this evening. Ran into a few minor bumps along the way during my install but nothing too bad. Their walk through instructions for the 370 on their website are not bad but could be a little better. Sorry I wasn't able to do a DIY. Hardest part is really the step of threading one of the wires from the back area where the top folds down through to the right side of the passengers seat. I actually think I got pretty lucky and managed to get it just right, on the first couple of tries, and was able to snag the wire from the other side and pull it through. I could see that part getting frustrating and time consuming so good luck with that step when you get there. (TIP: I used one of those metal extending rods with the magnetic end, which is like an extendable stereo antenna, and was able to hook the edge of the wire with the tip of the rod and pull it through). Anyways, I am happy to report that it's installed now and IT WORKS!

So what do I think about this product? I LOVE IT! What it does may seem trivial to some but this is a huge convenience for me. I just spent a while testing it and it is so nice!!! It was pretty awesome to just hit the open button once, as I was rolling up to a stop sign. The top just did its thing as I stopped and started again and by the time I was ready to accelerate over 25mph the top was down. Heading home I hit the close button while pulling into my neighborhood... by the time I pulled into my driveway the top was just finishing closing up. So convenient. Personally I feel like the top should have been designed this way from the factory (but I understand Nissan's concerns about safety).

Anyway... if you are interested in this product/feature but were on the fence, I say go for it! This just made my car so much more enjoyable and makes top operation a breeze (instead of a pain of having to be stopped and holding down a button).

Also... again, big props to Crash for making this all possible by lending his Z to them to develop the product. Thanks man, I definitely appreciate it! Hope you are still enjoying the Benz... I bet a part of you misses your Z though

crash1369 · 07-28-2011, 07:26 AM

No problem, glad it all came together.

As for the wiring, you can blame the hippies

Ok well maybe it was just one specific hippie

That was the first/ easiest place we could find to fish the wires for my backup camera through. One of my friends grabbed a hanger and just jammed it through the car

When I dropped my car off for the roof mod he just followed those wires through, there really isn't many other choices in those cars.

I thought the roof mod was kind of pointless when I first read this thread, but after having it for a little while it was nice. You don't realize how much time you waste sitting around waiting for the roof, or how inconvenient it really is to not even be a ble to be rolling while it's opening or closing.

I don't really miss the Z, but that's not to say I wouldn't like to have another one. Their different animals you know

05-13-2011, 06:23 PM	#79 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 41 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 728	Good Luck guys, it's a nice unit. My Z is gone, but I tested the crap out of that thing in every conceivable way I could think of and everything works as described. (when I did it right ) In other news, for anyone who may be interested. The Benz is great I have no regret, even considering the money I lost. I'm really enjoying this car __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

05-13-2011, 10:36 PM	#80 (permalink)
gr8-wrx Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 607 Drives: 10 370z Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 15	That sneek preview is pretty slick! __________________ Me: 2022 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double-Cab SB, 2023 Toyota Corolla Wifey: 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD Weekends: 2010 Nissan 370z Roadster

07-01-2011, 10:23 PM	#86 (permalink)
mjaime_007 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: nj Posts: 23 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 14	smart top i was at there lab today and i was able to meet up with the installer and install mine, the first one of production, the reason why it takes a little longer is that they were able to test the final product today and were satisfy so now they can send it to mass production, i been testing it non stop today and i love it, definally WORTH THE WAIT !!!!!!! YouTube - ‪370z smart top‬&rlm; sorry about the video i just really wanted to take it, i will take a better one tomorrow in day light , i would like to take a second to thank mods4cars USA General Manager Website: mods4cars smartTOP - remoteTOP - remoteKEY Porsche Carrera Boxster Mercedes Benz SLK SL CLK Comfort One-Touch Soft-Top roof control units and Comfort remote controllers Twitter: mods4cars (mods4cars) on Twitter YouTube: YouTube - ‪mods4cars's Channel‬&rlm; Facebook: mods4cars \| Facebook Last edited by mjaime_007; 07-01-2011 at 10:25 PM.

07-03-2011, 02:22 PM	#87 (permalink)
mjaime_007 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: nj Posts: 23 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 14	smart top YouTube - ‪370z roadster fob control‬&rlm;

07-04-2011, 06:41 AM	#88 (permalink)
Kirkster A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Peoples Republic of MD Posts: 1,792 Drives: Roadster of DOOM Rep Power: 19	Nice. I want badly... __________________ Powertrain Warranty voided on 5/14/2011 Mod List:GTM Supercharger,SmartTop module, Oil Cooler, GT-R Start button, Nismo Exhaust, BC Racing ER Coilovers, Backup Camara For eastwest:

05-07-2011, 09:20 AM	#76 (permalink)
Shane D Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Posts: 27 Drives: '09 G37S 'vert Rep Power: 16	I see most of you guys are pretty current on this. I got an e-mail today that the module for the G37 will ready on May 20th. 370Z to follow. "Hi, we are working on the release of the SmartTOP for the Nissan 370Z. Here are the links: Demo Video (Sneak Preview): YouTube - SmartTOP for Nissan 370Z Roadster - SNEAK PREVIEW by mods4cars! Manual: mods4cars product manual Best Regards, Sven Tornow" Shane D

05-13-2011, 12:02 PM	#77 (permalink)
VTZ Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 67 Drives: '10 370Z Convt PW M6 Rep Power: 14	You can now pre-order the smart top for the 370Z on their website. Direct link below: mods4cars Online Shop $299 + shipping cost. Expected to ship out July 1st. I just pre-ordered mine! Looking forward to this.

05-13-2011, 01:50 PM	#78 (permalink)
Z_U_later Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 46 Drives: 10 370z Roadster AT7 Rep Power: 15	Just pre-ordered mine today. Can't wait to get it.

05-14-2011, 09:14 AM	#81 (permalink)
fonZie Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: McKinney Posts: 84 Drives: Roadster, White Rep Power: 14	We should try to get a Group Buy going. I'll send them an email.

05-14-2011, 11:07 AM	#82 (permalink)
fonZie Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: McKinney Posts: 84 Drives: Roadster, White Rep Power: 14	Group Buy!!! http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-r...ml#post1110398

07-01-2011, 12:36 PM	#85 (permalink)
VTZ Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 67 Drives: '10 370Z Convt PW M6 Rep Power: 14	So this is a little frustrating.. I decided to check the mods4cars.com website, which has been saying that the SmartTop for the 370Z would ship on 7/1/11, and today (the day its supposed to be available to ship) not says "out of stock and will ship on 08-01-2011". What the heck??? Are we going to get this thing before the end of the Summer?!? Lame.

07-27-2011, 09:24 PM	#89 (permalink)
VTZ Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 67 Drives: '10 370Z Convt PW M6 Rep Power: 14	Well its been a year and 1 month since this thread started and I am finally happy to say that this all came to fruition and I now have received, and installed my SmartTop (FINALLY!!) I received the item yesterday (quick shipping) and installed it this evening. Ran into a few minor bumps along the way during my install but nothing too bad. Their walk through instructions for the 370 on their website are not bad but could be a little better. Sorry I wasn't able to do a DIY. Hardest part is really the step of threading one of the wires from the back area where the top folds down through to the right side of the passengers seat. I actually think I got pretty lucky and managed to get it just right, on the first couple of tries, and was able to snag the wire from the other side and pull it through. I could see that part getting frustrating and time consuming so good luck with that step when you get there. (TIP: I used one of those metal extending rods with the magnetic end, which is like an extendable stereo antenna, and was able to hook the edge of the wire with the tip of the rod and pull it through). Anyways, I am happy to report that it's installed now and IT WORKS! So what do I think about this product? I LOVE IT! What it does may seem trivial to some but this is a huge convenience for me. I just spent a while testing it and it is so nice!!! It was pretty awesome to just hit the open button once, as I was rolling up to a stop sign. The top just did its thing as I stopped and started again and by the time I was ready to accelerate over 25mph the top was down. Heading home I hit the close button while pulling into my neighborhood... by the time I pulled into my driveway the top was just finishing closing up. So convenient. Personally I feel like the top should have been designed this way from the factory (but I understand Nissan's concerns about safety). Anyway... if you are interested in this product/feature but were on the fence, I say go for it! This just made my car so much more enjoyable and makes top operation a breeze (instead of a pain of having to be stopped and holding down a button). Also... again, big props to Crash for making this all possible by lending his Z to them to develop the product. Thanks man, I definitely appreciate it! Hope you are still enjoying the Benz... I bet a part of you misses your Z though

07-28-2011, 07:26 AM	#90 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 41 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 728	No problem, glad it all came together. As for the wiring, you can blame the hippies Ok well maybe it was just one specific hippie That was the first/ easiest place we could find to fish the wires for my backup camera through. One of my friends grabbed a hanger and just jammed it through the car When I dropped my car off for the roof mod he just followed those wires through, there really isn't many other choices in those cars. I thought the roof mod was kind of pointless when I first read this thread, but after having it for a little while it was nice. You don't realize how much time you waste sitting around waiting for the roof, or how inconvenient it really is to not even be a ble to be rolling while it's opening or closing. I don't really miss the Z, but that's not to say I wouldn't like to have another one. Their different animals you know __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

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