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Old 03-15-2015, 03:29 PM   #16 (permalink)
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Just got this baby from Home Depot . I was planning on making the protective cage for the Fuel Cell with square tubings, but I haven't really figure out where to mount the fuel cell yet. The car is really gutted out though, so I'll have many options as to where to put the cell. But I'll keep you guys updated, or maybe you suggest the best location for me after the fuel cell cage is done.
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Hey guys, I was getting bored waiting for the turbo installation which hasn't really started yet. So I started practicing aluminum welding. A welder friend of mine told me to practice beat on plate, and I did . The first 3 days, I was not using the Pedal because it didn't arrive yet. But I was using the Pedal on the 4th day. Here's what I came up with, I understand it's kinda like a mess and it's not going to win any award lol.


The result is a messy plate of 4 days of practicing.


Here's the 4th day with the Pedal. Just incase you are wondering, I was using 1/16 aluminum plate with 3/32 Red Tungsten, and 1/16 rod on this particular picture. The welding is an inverted Everlast Micro Tig 185 with AC/DC capabilities. What do you guys think, please give me some advice for me to move on. Thanks in advance.



I was told by 11Motors that they were busy with a Skyline GT-R, but they'll start the installation on Monday. So I'll get you guys the pics as they go, promise.
When welding aluminum or any tig welding. Move the tungsten to one side of the weld puddle just before you stop. This way you limit the chance of having a crack in the crater. Also, did you have a round ball on the end of the tungsten, instead of a point? Green band tungsten might be a little better for welding aluminum.
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When welding aluminum or any tig welding. Move the tungsten to one side of the weld puddle just before you stop. This way you limit the chance of having a crack in the crater. Also, did you have a round ball on the end of the tungsten, instead of a point? Green band tungsten might be a little better for welding aluminum.
Hey Rusty, thanks for the advice! I found it kinda easier to avoid craters with the pedal as I eased off the amp at the end now. But I am still along way to go, and need more practice. I've tried the Red and Gold tungstens, but haven't use the Green ones yet. I did have a round ball on the end of the tungsten on it. If you dont' mind, I would love to keep you updated with my weldings
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Hi guys, I am sure some of you may notice that our Zs clutch pedal gets kind of soft and sometimes does not extend back to it's position when the car gets hot.

I ran into this problem while I was on the track few weeks ago, and it annoyed the heck out of me. It tends to happen on the 3rd lap when things starting to be fun, and when you start to get warmed-up, but you are forced to come back into the pit because of this problem. I am so disappointed at Nissan for doing such a poor job with it's clutch slave cylinder.

Anyway, I've done some research on the forum and found that Z1 Motorsports actually has a fix for this. So I went ahead and order the Concentric Clutch Slave Cylinder Kit which should fix the problem, along with the Z1 Clutch & Flywheel Combo. I also upgraded the Clutch Disc to a Z1 Racing Disc, knowing that I am going to turbo charge the vehicle. I was told by Z1 that this particular setup should hold the power that I am aiming to make.

I'll keep you guys updated once I have the car back on track regarding the clutch combo. Here are some of the items received a few days ago, and they are going to be installed in the following days along with the turbo.






I haven't really clean the oil that came with the flywheel, it just came out of its plastic bag.





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CJ-Motorsports Fuel Return System has arrived. Charles was kind enough to sell me part of it's CJM S1 system after realizing that I do not need the entire package since I am using the ATL fuel cell, "thanks for the effort Charles!". Here's what I got from Charles.




I've decided to go with FSTPerformance inline fuel filter, that's not from Charles though. It's a 4 micron filter, and it's fairly popular in Nascars I believe. Can't wait to put all these on the car
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Can't believe I found this picture from way back in the days. I am feeling old already, since this pic was taken about 10 years ago lol.


It always remind me of some good old time, looking at it.
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Default ATL Fuel Cell Installtion

The long awaited ATL Fuel Cell has arrived after like 2 months I believe. I've already sent it out to Pit Garage in El Monte for the skeleton, that is going to be made of stainless steel square tubings. Then it will mounted with either L brackets or be welded to the chassis.










I'll keep you guys posted with more pictures in the following days.


Forgot to mention that it comes with a certificate. I am sure some racing sanction body will require this paper upon inspection.

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Whoa, just notice that clutch disc is not sprung.
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awesome bro!!! that tank looks amazing
Thanks Carlitos, I am hoping it looks good mounted as well I'm hoping to get some pics updated as soon as I get them from my welder friend. I was going to make the fuel cell cage myself initially, but I think Kevin, my friend will do a way better job though.
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Whoa, just notice that clutch disc is not sprung.
Hey Rusty, what does "disc in not sprung" means? I am kinda like a newb to that term. You meant those 6 pads disc? If that's the case, Z1 one was suggesting the disc they sent me. I was told it will hold the power, and it was tested with their turbo charged Zs.
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