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Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-22-2022, 04:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,392
Posted By ResIpsa
I think the answer is going to depend on which...

I think the answer is going to depend on which region. Also, should I assume we’re talking about HPDE? In nasa mid Atlantic you can tech your own car. As an instructor I’m always overjoyed to see...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-22-2022, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By ResIpsa
Correction. the Mishimoto 370z radiator is dual...

Correction. the Mishimoto 370z radiator is dual core…
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-22-2022, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By ResIpsa
Just to clear up any confusion. Triple pass does...

Just to clear up any confusion. Triple pass does not add surface area or volume. It just means the radiator has internal baffles that make the coolant take a circuitous path within the radiator. The...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-20-2022, 10:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By ResIpsa
Obviously logic dictates that it makes more sense...

Obviously logic dictates that it makes more sense to just choose the CSF or Koyorad. What sense does it make to not only purchase a radiator that you can’t be sure would fit, but also requires...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-20-2022, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By ResIpsa
And hopefully this goes without saying, before I...

And hopefully this goes without saying, before I get this out on track and test it out this is a design experiment. Especially with the radiator I chose. With my benchmark being the Koyorad this in...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 05:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,238
Posted By ResIpsa
Unfortunately, that doesn’t tell us anything...

Unfortunately, that doesn’t tell us anything about your water temps. You could be pushing 230° water and still be at the middle dot. That gauge is a dummy gauge. It only goes full when you exceed...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,238
Posted By ResIpsa
It's funny, I am now running a Nismo bumper cover...

It's funny, I am now running a Nismo bumper cover that was gifted to me from TakJack on the condition that I do not cut holes in it. Predictably, I suffered overheating issues at Summit Point last...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,184
Posted By ResIpsa
That's funny I have been running...

That's funny I have been running autozone/advance/amazon blanks (I can buy 5 sets of rotors for what you spent on one disc) for 10 years at the track and have never "warped" a rotor.

I bet you a...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 843
Posted By ResIpsa
https://www.schrothracing.com/doc-share/ea_8-2_201...

https://www.schrothracing.com/doc-share/ea_8-2_2019-04.pdf

https://www.sfifoundation.com/wp-content/pdfs/guidelines-bulletins/Seatbelt%20Installation%20Guide%2006-05-12.pdf
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 843
Posted By ResIpsa
YES! You will need to drill holes in the floor...

YES! You will need to drill holes in the floor sheet metal Just use standard race harness mounting hardware. Personally, I add an unnecessarily oversized additional back plate between the sheet...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,238
Posted By ResIpsa
I came up with a solution of making huge cuts in...

I came up with a solution of making huge cuts in the top of my bumper cover (see avatar). That 100% resolved my issues but the aerodynamics (and aesthetics) are absolutely terrible.

Zebra’s...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-13-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By ResIpsa
Track (No Condenser) Radiator Option

Been a while since I posted anything but I felt it made sense to share this.

First of all this is not a DIY and expect do to a little cutting/ massaging to make this work. But I was looking at...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 09-22-2020, 12:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,017
Posted By ResIpsa
Well. That took a long time...

FWIW my Ohlins suspension finally arrived...

http://www.the370z.com/members/resipsa-albums-resipsa-picture105340-ohlins.jpg
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-11-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 155,585
Posted By ResIpsa
Vogtland Lowering Springs

FWIW Vogtland Lowering springs are listed as 1 inch drop front and 1 inch rear (according to the manufacturer) but in reality the fronts are probably between 1.5 and 2 inches. Spring rates are 314...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 04-05-2019, 05:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,789
Posted By ResIpsa
Actually that didn’t work. Is it possible to...

Actually that didn’t work. Is it possible to change the post heading?
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 04-05-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,789
Posted By ResIpsa
Done!

Done
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 04-05-2019, 07:18 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,789
Posted By ResIpsa
Important update

As the OP I really hyped up this suspension. I even ordered the first set in early January. But the fact of the matter is they are simply not available now.

After waiting months to get...
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 02-21-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,755
Posted By ResIpsa
There was one good thing to come out of it. At...

There was one good thing to come out of it. At the time had a client who was being Charged with armed robbery. It was a court-appointed case so of course he did not trust me. But when I went to...
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 02-20-2019, 04:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,755
Posted By ResIpsa
Last month I installed solid motor and...

Last month I installed solid motor and transmission mounts so I removed my cats and exhaust to give me a little more room to work. While I was there, I thought I might as well do the headers because...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 02-11-2019, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,489
Posted By ResIpsa
A good (experienced) driver in a stock 370Z will...

A good (experienced) driver in a stock 370Z will run laps around a new track driver with a $10,000.00 custom designed and tested coil over system.
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 02-05-2019, 05:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,329
Posted By ResIpsa
I ran Koni yellows with Swift Springs for years...

I ran Koni yellows with Swift Springs for years ( for track duty) And I absolutely loved them. I ran full stiff front and rear with a disconnected rear sway bar. What I found was the car was...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 02-05-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,604
Posted By ResIpsa
And no need to be sorry about being critical....

And no need to be sorry about being critical. This is the track section. Accurate information, critical or not, belongs in this part of the form.
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 02-05-2019, 04:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,604
Posted By ResIpsa
From what I’ve seen Ohlins says their shocks can...

From what I’ve seen Ohlins says their shocks can take a 30% increase or decrease without revalving. The R&T spring rates are 11F 10R. So 14 should be fine up front and 13 rear.

But if in doubt,...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 02-05-2019, 03:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,789
Posted By ResIpsa
You’re right. I fixed the original post.

You’re right. I fixed the original post.
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 02-03-2019, 05:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,789
Posted By ResIpsa
Ohlins USA Your Killing Me!

*Full honesty, I ordered my sent in late January and they’re still not available and there’s no estimated time of arrival. So while they may be an amazing suspension at an amazing price as of now...
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