Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935721)

I got a case # with Nissan a couple days ago and they called me yesterday to let me know they are "investigating the issue." I was told they will let me know the outcome on Friday. I'm just hoping my Z isn't being joy ridden while it's sitting in the shop...hopefully the dash cam that is pointed at the driver's seat is a good deterrent. I'll keep you guys posted for information sake. I'll either get lucky or I'll be placing an order to Zspeed this weekend. I know you all have warned me, but I'm just shooting my shot.

Side note: I'm not sure if I'm being dramatic, but the outcome of this may or may not influence my loyalty as a returning customer to Nissan (especially if they were to revamp the Z).

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935721)

I'm just hoping my Z isn't being joy ridden while it's sitting in the shop...hopefully the dash cam that is pointed at the driver's seat is a good deterrent.

Originally Posted by raps101 (Post 3935724)

I'm afraid you're wasting your time, and the point of my rant was to save you your time. Thousands have gone down the road you're on. My last attempt. Get your car outta there, meaning out of the hands of that Nissan dealership, and into your custody, and get rid of that concentric slave cylinder, and that stock pedal. There's no other way to put it. And I'm only saying this to you because I'm gathering from what you said, that you are willing and able to invest the funds required to right this problem. Respectfully. Did you read through this whole thread??

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Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 3935763)

lol NNA isn't going to do jack for you. Same as that dash cam. What you're really hoping is that the idiot who wants to joy ride doesn't know how to unplug the camera in the back although it's likely they don't give two shìts anyway. What are you going to do? Sue the dealership for driving your car? You're just wasting your time :rolleyes:

Originally Posted by sportsman2003 (Post 3935798)

https://zspeed.com/product/zspeed-st...clutch-system/

This is the kit i am going with. I am not an expert on the 370Z platform
but I have researched this for myself and have only read good things.
This was also recommended to me by Rob at Z car Garage in San Jose CA.

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935823)

Thanks, man. I have been looking at this too. Although the Joe from Zspeed mentioned the stage 2 - he actually responded to my original post in this thread the other day. Their shop is closed, but I need to call them tomorrow to verify. My main question is why I would need a new clutch too.



Thanks!

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935986)

Just got off the phone with Joe from Zspeed. Just as everyone said, he was very helpful. Rather than replacing the slave cylinder, I went with Joe's recommendation and I will be replacing the entire system. I ordered a new OEM master slave cylinder and the stage 1 clutch and flywheel assembly which comes with the CMAK.

https://zspeed.com/product/nissan-oe...-g37-g35s-q60/
https://zspeed.com/product/zspeed-st...clutch-system/

Prices seems reasonable and the OEM clutch master cylinder is on sale. The reputation of Zspeed on this forum, their service, and quality of parts is definitely worth the price.

I'm ordering an axle back exhaust too, because why not. I don't plan on modding my car much as it is my DD, but I'm hoping these mods will make it better than it already it is. I already called a reputable shop near me and they will be ready. This is definitely adding up to be a lot, especially since I was not expecting any of this, but I'm looking forward to it!

Thanks to all of you who helped me.

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935986)

Just got off the phone with Joe from Zspeed. Just as everyone said, he was very helpful. Rather than replacing the slave cylinder, I went with Joe's recommendation and I will be replacing the entire system. I ordered a new OEM master slave cylinder and the stage 1 clutch and flywheel assembly which comes with the CMAK.

https://zspeed.com/product/nissan-oe...-g37-g35s-q60/
https://zspeed.com/product/zspeed-st...clutch-system/

Prices seems reasonable and the OEM clutch master cylinder is on sale. The reputation of Zspeed on this forum, their service, and quality of parts is definitely worth the price.

I'm ordering an axle back exhaust too, because why not. I don't plan on modding my car much as it is my DD, but I'm hoping these mods will make it better than it already it is. I already called a reputable shop near me and they will be ready. This is definitely adding up to be a lot, especially since I was not expecting any of this, but I'm looking forward to it!

Thanks to all of you who helped me.

Originally Posted by raps101 (Post 3936024)

Don't forget the rjm pedal! I know Joe may say it's not necessary. Joe's clutch movement alteration kit and upgraded clutch will definitely eliminate the pedal pressure and sticking to the floor issue. But the rjm pedal makes the pedal itself feel way better and eliminated the on off feeling of the stock pedal making shifts, especially 1 to 2, buttery smooth. It's a requirement in my opinion and completes the system.

Originally Posted by Dentt42 (Post 3936143)

I just went through almost the exact same ordeal when my CSC went out unexpectedly, and yeah, it's a monetary doozie if you haven't planned for it. Not including the CMAK I was lucky enough to already have waiting in my parts pile, an EXEDY Stage I clutch kit with a steel flywheel, gear oil, towing and installation labor from a reputable shop came to like $2200 I think. For what it's worth, the owner of the Z-Tech (specializes in Z/G cars, and has been here for like 20 years) said the CMAK was his solution of choice and was only going by his own experience. I was quite relieved to hear that.



I expect that you're going to be as happy with the change as I was, and feel like the investment was 100% worth it when you drive the car again. Like the kit in your link, my EXEDY kit also has a 20 lb. flywheel, and the car's response is vastly improved revving it up for a down shift or just taking off from a stop. There was no loss in street driveability (is that a word?), and it now feels like a sports car and not my dad's old Wrangler while running through the gears.



I gotta agree with Joe on this one after my personal experience. With the CMAK and a properly matched single-disc clutch and flywheel, I no longer have the RJM pedal on my radar. It was just that much of an improvement.



I can put it this way: after driving the new setup for about 3 weeks, other mods will get prioritized in the budgeting department. However, since the pedal isn't too pricey and appears to be an easy DIY, I'd still give it a shot to refine things just a little more.

Originally Posted by raps101 (Post 3936144)

What and where is "z-tech"?

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Originally Posted by Dentt42 (Post 3936143)

I just went through almost the exact same ordeal when my CSC went out unexpectedly, and yeah, it's a monetary doozie if you haven't planned for it. Not including the CMAK I was lucky enough to already have waiting in my parts pile, an EXEDY Stage I clutch kit with a steel flywheel, gear oil, towing and installation labor from a reputable shop came to like $2200 I think. For what it's worth, the owner of the Z-Tech (specializes in Z/G cars, and has been here for like 20 years) said the CMAK was his solution of choice and was only going by his own experience. I was quite relieved to hear that.

I expect that you're going to be as happy with the change as I was, and feel like the investment was 100% worth it when you drive the car again. Like the kit in your link, my EXEDY kit also has a 20 lb. flywheel, and the car's response is vastly improved revving it up for a down shift or just taking off from a stop. There was no loss in street driveability (is that a word?), and it now feels like a sports car and not my dad's old Wrangler while running through the gears.

I gotta agree with Joe on this one after my personal experience. With the CMAK and a properly matched single-disc clutch and flywheel, I no longer have the RJM pedal on my radar. It was just that much of an improvement.

I can put it this way: after driving the new setup for about 3 weeks, other mods will get prioritized in the budgeting department. However, since the pedal isn't too pricey and appears to be an easy DIY, I'd still give it a shot to refine things just a little more.

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935794)

Thanks, I guess?

Originally Posted by babyzilla (Post 3935824)

FYI I was able to "rescue" my car a couple hours ago. I had my wife rush from work to come get me (she's the real MVP). It's a long story, which I will spare all of you from, but the dealer actually started to work on my Z w/o my consent. I even told them specifically not to until we hear back from NNA. All of a sudden they weren't charging me the $481 for the rubber hose either. I also caught them in another lie. Needless to say I won't be going back to dealerships for any work. Sick of this $h!t.