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Forum: Other Vehicles 08-19-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,821
Posted By Shamu
Depends what you are looking for in a car. 997...

Depends what you are looking for in a car. 997 was significant improvement over 996. 911 is much more refined car than the Z. And if you learn about Porsches you will find maintenance costs can be...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 08-19-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 39,236
Posted By Shamu
As of 2013 Infiniti brand has been sold in Japan...

As of 2013 Infiniti brand has been sold in Japan and has been in many other countries other than US for years.

Lexus has been in many countries for years and has separate operating units design...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 08-16-2014, 07:30 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 47,718
Posted By Shamu
http://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OwjuJge5OXY/U-_2...

http://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OwjuJge5OXY/U-_2_hyqSUI/AAAAAAAAGxM/tD9UGVaTl64/s2048-no/IMAGE_473.jpg
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-15-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
For you guys who like "loose" cars what does that...

For you guys who like "loose" cars what does that mean?

I like a balanced car that transitions well and is getting maximum mechnical grip from the tires. Not too much understeer and not much...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-14-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
This is "loose" Chris Forsberg Formula Drift...

This is "loose"

Chris Forsberg Formula Drift Atlanta 2014 - GoPro POV - YouTube (http://youtu.be/Sap-6MRI4DQ)
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-13-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,574
Posted By Shamu
...you guys go through cars like british touring...

...you guys go through cars like british touring car team. Glad youre OK!
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-13-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
...And taking setup advice from DOT street tire...

...And taking setup advice from DOT street tire AX guys on a track car is dangerous. :icon18:
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-13-2014, 12:52 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
Youre right that math is math. Sometimes math...

Youre right that math is math. Sometimes math cant account for weight dynamics of certain cars, tires, alignment settings, etc. Way too many variables. Practical expreince outweighs math...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-13-2014, 12:19 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
You're 370z isn't 50/50? :hello: I can help you...

You're 370z isn't 50/50? :hello: I can help you get closer.
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-12-2014, 05:56 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
Agreed im running stock nismo bar in the rear

Agreed im running stock nismo bar in the rear
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-12-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,965
Posted By Shamu
I run 1000 lb fronts and 550 lb rears and thats...

I run 1000 lb fronts and 550 lb rears and thats not enough spring for slicks. You are way undersprung upfront. low front spring rate allowing rear to lift like that.

We are going to 1100 front...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-06-2014, 09:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,032
Posted By Shamu
Thumbs up Go get em!

Go get em!
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-05-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,083
Posted By Shamu
Brian and I ran 18x12 wheels with 320 width...

Brian and I ran 18x12 wheels with 320 width Hoosier slicks square at Laguna Seca. The car felt incredibly balanced. The car didnt oversteer much at all. had a slightest hint of understeer in some...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 08-05-2014, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,351
Posted By Shamu
Congrats! One of the better races since you guys...

Congrats! One of the better races since you guys have started.
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-28-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 336
Views: 52,518
Posted By Shamu
Fast times

Fast times
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 07-07-2014, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,294
Posted By Shamu
That's weird on roadster resale value. My...

That's weird on roadster resale value. My dealers are offering me only $2000 less than what I paid for my Mini Roadster S new and I have 25k miles on the clock. Guess mini roadster sells better...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-07-2014, 12:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,517
Posted By Shamu
Turbo

Turbo
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 07-07-2014, 12:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,517
Posted By Shamu
The V8s have weight penalties and some motor...

The V8s have weight penalties and some motor restrictions compared to 370z and the VQHR race motors the 370z use make well north of 400 WHP and 370z is lighter and more aero. The motors aren't like...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 06-29-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,050
Posted By Shamu
Yep nice race jack and high quality electric...

Yep nice race jack and high quality electric impact wrench. Two pumps car is up and bam bam bam bam bam bam wheel is off. Did it for couple years before my trailer. I could change tires by myself...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 06-29-2014, 05:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,050
Posted By Shamu
The hub noses Brian made for my car are awesome. ...

The hub noses Brian made for my car are awesome. Then we used longer studs. Makes changing wheels very easy. Good electric impact wrench and wheels go on and off very quickly.
...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 06-13-2014, 09:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,604
Posted By Shamu
I always get a kick from this video. National...

I always get a kick from this video. National level car and driver. I think your fine with 4 point for AX.

SCCA Packwood, WA National tour July 12, 2009 day2, run3 - YouTube...
Forum: Other Vehicles 06-08-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,046
Posted By Shamu
It's something in water there I'm sure? Petro...

It's something in water there I'm sure? Petro chemicals? Drain bramage?
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 06-05-2014, 12:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,347
Posted By Shamu
Have one being delivered to use in the 425 hp...

Have one being delivered to use in the 425 hp stroker motor! Thanks again for tip on this radiator. Perfect timing for my build. This CSF radiator is a great value!
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 06-04-2014, 10:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,377
Posted By Shamu
Great job for novice! You have nice aggressive...

Great job for novice! You have nice aggressive style. Now need to work on smoothing out and not overdriving slow stuff. You can also carry more speed in fast stuff by smoothing out inputs.
Forum: Exterior & Interior 05-24-2014, 10:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 882
Posted By Shamu
Siebon a pillar trim

Anyone know of a place that might have a pillar trim pieces in stock?
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