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Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 02-19-2013, 12:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,501
Posted By matcop
If you are going to track or drive in heat, you...

If you are going to track or drive in heat, you will need an oil cooler.

Brake upgrades- sport models, the Akebonos are great brakes. Just upgrade with better pads,brake lines and high temp fluid....
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 02-18-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,505
Posted By matcop
NO MONEY = ' S SWIFT SPRINGS you'll be very happy...

NO MONEY = ' S SWIFT SPRINGS you'll be very happy with the ride and look. do a sway bar as well. (an adjustable one) also camber arms if you plan on tracking or doing more with the car later on.
...
Forum: Wheels & Tires 02-12-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,946
Posted By matcop
I went to the Re11's and use my car as a daily...

I went to the Re11's and use my car as a daily driver and track it as we'll . You can also order them through Costco . You might see if they can order the new re11 ( a) version .

New testing on...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 01-31-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,631
Posted By matcop
Sorry to here about the nightmare of a mess. I...

Sorry to here about the nightmare of a mess. I know nothing about Riverside Nissan but I can tell you that Scott at Fontana Nissan in parts know his stuff. Ask for Gus the service advisor (really...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 01-14-2013, 08:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,604
Posted By matcop
steel brake lines will make a huge difference...

steel brake lines will make a huge difference along with the high temp fluid. You will cook the fluid if you are tracking hard and the rubber lines will heat up and expand.

Next you can use stock...
Forum: Other Vehicles 01-03-2013, 11:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,094
Posted By matcop
I have a z and my buddy has an ISF. He has pretty...

I have a z and my buddy has an ISF. He has pretty deep pockets (at least more than me)
I bought my Z used and have quite a few bolt ons. The ISF is a V8 and does have about 80 more horse power and...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 12-22-2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,269
Posted By matcop
Try the RE11's from Bridgestone. I drive a lot of...

Try the RE11's from Bridgestone. I drive a lot of miles.I got them from Costco. They pretty much beat everyone's prices.
Forum: Nissan 370Z Warranty / Scheduled Maintenance / Servicing / Repairs 12-21-2012, 01:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,714
Posted By matcop
Code reader at Costco for 89 dollars.Its dummy...

Code reader at Costco for 89 dollars.Its dummy proof and resets the code with ease. I use this on my other cars as well.
I have test pipes and it annoys me to see my check engine light all of the...
Forum: Southern California Region 12-18-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,401
Posted By matcop
I would recommend Fontana Nissan ! Scott in parts...

I would recommend Fontana Nissan ! Scott in parts knows his stuff ! Talk to Gus in Service.

This is the only dealership i would ever trust with customized rides.
Forum: Wheels & Tires 10-11-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,444
Posted By matcop
seriously !!

What you are describing is such a small amount of air escaping that dipping it in water will not cause those bubbles to float to the top like a normal big leak will.

I had custom made Boyd wheels...
Forum: Wheels & Tires 10-11-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,444
Posted By matcop
Possible the rim ?

Possible the rim ?
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 10-11-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,140
Posted By matcop
Eibach sway bars with swift springs

Wow. Nice drop and still drivable . I like the combination. Very compliant feel . Hard to believe its lower, more responsive and much smoother ride . I didn't have the money for the KW's but I'm...
Forum: Track / Autocross / Drifting / Dragstrip 10-04-2012, 12:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,443
Posted By matcop
Agree with everyone. You need to top off the...

Agree with everyone. You need to top off the tank. After a few laps at Spring Mountain on a full tank, long sweeping right turn with an elevation drop will do it ! biggest problem for those of us...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 10-03-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 22,917
Posted By matcop
Off when you track the car or are prepared to...

Off when you track the car or are prepared to adjust to what the car does. If you want to really learn what the car does with it off, I would drive it on the track with an instructor or a wide open...
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 10-01-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,809
Posted By matcop
I have the Gen 3 stillen with Berk test pipes and...

I have the Gen 3 stillen with Berk test pipes and Stillen cat back. Loud but performance is better than what I could have imagined. Check engine light is on with test pipes. I've heard there is a...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Pricing / Ordering Discussions 09-29-2012, 01:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 19,178
Posted By matcop
After comparing the two, the Nismo looks great,...

After comparing the two, the Nismo looks great, but you can buy much better aftermarket items that will produce better numbers.
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 08-07-2012, 01:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,198
Posted By matcop
Yes, wasnt cheap. I went through a pretty new set...

Yes, wasnt cheap. I went through a pretty new set of pads my 3rd heat on the first day of racing. I saw first hand what hard breaking and heat does to the fluid not to mention going metal to metal.
...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 07-20-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,198
Posted By matcop
Try this set up.

Had Scott V over at Fontana Nissan set me up with this set up.

So far, no problems.

This kit includes:
DBA 5000 Series 2-piece Slotted Rotors -- Front
DBA 4000 Series 1 piece Slotted Rotors...
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