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Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 07-25-2014, 10:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,122
Posted By Dsphoto
I've been using Motul 300v motor oil since 5K. I...

I've been using Motul 300v motor oil since 5K. I now have 47K, motor doesn't use a drop of oil between changes which I do at 4K. Just changed tranny and dif to motul gear 300 75w90 (ls in the...
Forum: Photography 08-27-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 48,305
Posted By Dsphoto
Careful. Sigma has decent glass but terrible...

Careful. Sigma has decent glass but terrible durability. Not worth the savings in my opinion. I know of newspaper guys who have had the lens break...like done broken...within 6 months.

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Forum: Photography 08-25-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,406
Posted By Dsphoto
just got back from Alaska, shot the 200-400 and...

just got back from Alaska, shot the 200-400 and 28-300. I usually shoot primes but on this trip I didn't want to hike with 50 pounds of lenses! No car pics but the scenery is stunning!

alaska_8_13...
Forum: Photography 08-25-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 48,305
Posted By Dsphoto
200-400f4

just got back from Alaska, shot the 200-400 and 28-300. I usually shoot primes but on this trip I didn't want to hike with 50 pounds of lenses! No car pics but the scenery is stunning!

alaska_8_13...
Forum: Photography 08-25-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 48,305
Posted By Dsphoto
There are tons of DOF calculator apps for smart...

There are tons of DOF calculator apps for smart phones.
Canon Singapore has a good app but the dof calc is buried: CanonSGLens
I use truedof-intro

make sure you include the sensor size for...
Forum: Photography 08-25-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 48,305
Posted By Dsphoto
:iagree: form follows function

:iagree:

form follows function
Forum: Photography 08-25-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 979
Views: 48,305
Posted By Dsphoto
We do. We need to keep the Canon engineers on...

We do. We need to keep the Canon engineers on their toes!
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 08-08-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 134,293
Posted By Dsphoto
post uprev dyno

Why are you sorry?

http://www.the370z.com/members/dsphoto-albums-370z-roadster-picture69829-z-dyno-uprev.jpg

the numbers speak for themselves. Tuning made a huge difference.

:happydance:
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 08-08-2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 134,293
Posted By Dsphoto
Pre uprev: ...

Pre uprev:
http://www.the370z.com/members/dsphoto-albums-370z-roadster-picture22860-370z-dyno-stillen-g2-cai-invidia-cbe.jpg

I will scan the post tune dyno in a few minutes.
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 08-08-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 134,293
Posted By Dsphoto
cat back, test pipes and cai

I installed an invidia cat back, berk test pipes and a stillen gen 2 cai.

Max:
Stock: 269 rwhp, 205 ftlb@5100 rpm
Pre uprev: 304 rwhp, 230 ftlb @ 5000rpm
Post Uprev tune: 337 rwhp, 254 ftlb @...
Forum: Photography 08-08-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,406
Posted By Dsphoto
200-400

Just got the 200-400f4. I'm off to Alaska tomorrow for some iceberg shots (hopefully). This lens is awesome!
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 08-01-2013, 06:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,876
Posted By Dsphoto
I wish that I had never started this process. I...

I wish that I had never started this process. I will NEVER go back to that dealer nor will I ever buy another Nissan vehicle.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 08-01-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,876
Posted By Dsphoto
Update and rant about Nissan customer service

So the story now ends. Nissan has installed 3 tops on my car. The first install was performed by dealer technicians and the fit was horrible. The second was installed at a local upolstery shop, the...
Forum: Photography 11-08-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,406
Posted By Dsphoto
The 50f1.4 is an awesome lens. Sharp with great...

The 50f1.4 is an awesome lens. Sharp with great bokeh. The only issue is that it is rather fragile. The mechanism isn't as durable as the L lenses. As I said, I am a prime guy. They are sharper,...
Forum: Photography 11-08-2012, 06:14 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,406
Posted By Dsphoto
The only benefit of the DO is it's weight. The...

The only benefit of the DO is it's weight. The lens is very light. It is super sharp, rivaling the 4002.8 but the bokeh is funky. Out of focus specular highlights have rings in them. If you are...
Forum: Photography 11-06-2012, 06:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,182
Posted By Dsphoto
The problem is that the dark car has fooled the...

The problem is that the dark car has fooled the meter. Your camera's meter is calibrated to 18% gray, it assumes that the scene you are shooting is gray ans sets the exposure for this light level. ...
Forum: Photography 11-06-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,406
Posted By Dsphoto
In my opinion the 85 is a bit too short. I...

In my opinion the 85 is a bit too short. I prefer the 135f2.0 as it gives a more flattering portrait and more room to light.

I'm a prime guy. 1Dx, 5DIII, 14f2.8, 24f1.4, 50f1.0, 85f1.2,...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-27-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,447
Posted By Dsphoto
Agree 100%. I have packed out the headlights,...

Agree 100%. I have packed out the headlights, matched the door handles and black chrome badges. This winter the wheels will be powder coated to match the body. Sweet!
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-27-2012, 06:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,511
Posted By Dsphoto
Only a real man, one who is positive about his...

Only a real man, one who is positive about his manliness can drive a purple car. Anyway, the fairer sex is drawn a man who can be proud to sport a purple car...or shirt...or tie!
That said, the...
Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 10-23-2012, 11:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,644
Posted By Dsphoto
Use it every day on my commute on long island....

Use it every day on my commute on long island. Best app ever!
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 10-13-2012, 10:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,726
Posted By Dsphoto
It is with the gen 2. A longer intake tract will...

It is with the gen 2. A longer intake tract will yield greater mid and low range power while a shorter tract will yield greater high range power. This is a general statement assuming all other...
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 10-11-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,726
Posted By Dsphoto
These numbers are pre uprev tune. Now at 337whp...

These numbers are pre uprev tune. Now at 337whp after the tune.
Forum: North East Region 10-11-2012, 06:37 AM
Replies: 2,909
Views: 271,597
Posted By Dsphoto
My BC is a roadster and honestly I find it quite...

My BC is a roadster and honestly I find it quite fortunate that there is one in addition to yours! However, as I wasn't the one spotted it seems that there mt be three! That my friend is most...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 10-08-2012, 06:32 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,756
Posted By Dsphoto
1st ALWAYS from a stop. If I am moving at 5-10...

1st ALWAYS from a stop. If I am moving at 5-10 then 2nd. Although not having to shift into 2nd does reduce synchro wear in 2nd the extra wear on the clutch isn't worth it. 1st allows the clutch to...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-01-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,876
Posted By Dsphoto
Burgundy top discoloration issue

My ongoing saga...2010 ST BC roadster with burgundy top. I drive this car every day that it isn't snowing, have 30k miles. About a year ago I noticed some white discoloration on the top on the...
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