"Prince" Build Thread - KingZTX

[gbrettin]

Needs moar pictures in here.

[Leingod]

Originally Posted by gbrettin

Needs moar pictures in here.

I just see a lot of talking. No pictures.

[KingZTX]

07/22/2020

RJM Clutch Pedal V3.3 installed by the shop. All adjustments are currently stock.

Here are some more pictures of the recent work done to the Z!


First picture of the Likewise "Daytona Pro" 600g shift knob.


Second picture of the shift knob, with the "Likewise" engraving on top.


The RJM Clutch Pedal V3.3 assembly, installed by Kevin at Austin Z Clinic. He does the work when I can't.


Everything removed or replaced in the last week! No more rod prop for the hood, clear plastic crap for the start/stop button, OEM shift knob, or OEM clutch pedal assembly.

Thank you guys for tuning in! This Saturday we have the CF Powertrix Mine's Style Spoiler being delivered, which I will be installing. In the next three to four weeks, the F.I 34 Row Oiler Cooler will be shipped and installed.

[Leingod]

Now I can't tell if I am just blind or if no photos have been uploaded yet.

[eastwest2300]

Originally Posted by Leingod

Now I can't tell if I am just blind or if no photos have been uploaded yet.

no pictures.

[gbrettin]

I'll rephrase. This thread needs pictures. lol

[KingZTX]

07/23/2020

Installed the CF Powertrix Mine's Style Spoiler Add-on today. Huge shoutout to Loges for submitting a picture to the Powertrix Spoiler Add-on thread of how he installed it on his Z without using clamps. I used the exact same method.

- 3 Tow Straps
- PVC Insulation (or a pool noodle, like Loges)

Going to let this sit overnight. Here are a couple of pictures of the install!


Booty shot of the install.


Another shot.


Side-view of the install.


The adhesive solution used to bind the OEM spoiler with the add-on. JB Weld cause I don't want it going anywhere

Up next is the oil cooler!

[KingZTX]

07/28/2020

Back in late March, maybe early April, my oil plug came loose and I dumped about 5qts of oil through my neighborhood--I didn't pull over and cut the engine until I saw smoke and smelled something foul. The oil continued to drop even after I pulled the car over, so I knew it wasnt running completely dry when I turned it off. No oil pressure light either.

JAR recommended sending in an oil sample to Blackstone Labs.

They were very informative with the report, and made some remarks about the situation I encountered. Really puts my mind at ease, but I will be submitting the next oil change sample as well just as a "check up." Below are the results.

NOTE: My odometer read 81,000mi NOT 8,000mi like they documented--must have misread my handwriting, or I could have accidentally left out the "1." None the matter, I dont think that made too much of an impact on their assessment. I'll make sure its correct next sample.

[gbrettin]

Roughing the surface up with 600 grit and then using panel bond would likely work better... but I think you have it covered with JB weld. Enjoying the progress so far.

Originally Posted by KingZTX

07/23/2020

Installed the CF Powertrix Mine's Style Spoiler Add-on today. Huge shoutout to Loges for submitting a picture to the Powertrix Spoiler Add-on thread of how he installed it on his Z without using clamps. I used the exact same method.

- 3 Tow Straps
- PVC Insulation (or a pool noodle, like Loges)

Going to let this sit overnight. Here are a couple of pictures of the install!


The adhesive solution used to bind the OEM spoiler with the add-on. JB Weld cause I don't want it going anywhere

Up next is the oil cooler!

[KingZTX]

Originally Posted by gbrettin

Roughing the surface up with 600 grit and then using panel bond would likely work better... but I think you have it covered with JB weld. Enjoying the progress so far.

Honestly, I was just really excited to get it on and I knew JB Weld would do the job--I think distributing pressure with the tow straps and insulation helped a lot too. I'm still giving it a little quality check each time I take it out to make sure it doesn't intend on going anywhere Really appreciate your support

[ZontheRocks]

PICTURES!!!!!

Nice build thread!

[KingZTX]

09/15/20

Hotckis front sway bar installed today. Took it for a rip on a nice, windy road here in Waco and WOW Could tell a huge difference right away. The cornering ability is tenfold, feels like butter on entry and exit. Driver confidence has shot thru the roof. Excited to do more

Side note: forgot to update the thread when my Fast Intentions 34-Row Oil Cooler was installed. Got it done at Austin Z clinic and Kevin did a magnificent job with it. Loving the lower temperatures in the Texas heat. No matter how hard the car gets pushed, I've never seen the temps rise above ~225F. Whereas without the cooler I was seeing temps up near or even past ~250F. Great investment as prep for Baylor Driving Club's AutoX competitions.

[KingZTX]

09/25/2020

About a week ago, the alternator had failed. I was in the middle of the street sitting at the light with no throttle response and hopped out of the car to start pushing it somewhere...anywhere.

A couple of nice guys hopped out of their cars and helped me bring it into a parking lot...bad news is, they put too much pressure on the Powertrix Mines' style add-on and snapped it off. It hit the construction pavement pretty hard, and the carbon fiber is busted and stressed at nearly every convex angle of the piece.

I can't stomach the damage, so I'm considering selling it off for dirt cheap to help pitch towards a new one.

In the process of sanding off the old JB Weld adhesive from my stock spoiler, I careless added several scratches to my paint just below the spoiler and above the passenger tail light. Ordered some Dr. Colorchip in NAG right away, hopefully this helps cover up/buffer off the visible scratch damage.

I keep kicking myself in the foot through this whole process and it's been quite stressful. Just glad it'll all be -almost over- once I am able to source a new Powertrix add-on. Until then, that back end is going to look pretty rough, lol.

But it's okay because at the end of the day I still have it all in one piece, and I'm very happy about that. Scratches smratches, hakuna matata, it'll all be okay.

Will update once I am able to install the new add-on and chip repair some of the scratch damage.

[God-Speed]

Originally Posted by KingZTX

09/25/2020

About a week ago, the alternator had failed. I was in the middle of the street sitting at the light with no throttle response and hopped out of the car to start pushing it somewhere...anywhere.

A couple of nice guys hopped out of their cars and helped me bring it into a parking lot...bad news is, they put too much pressure on the Powertrix Mines' style add-on and snapped it off. It hit the construction pavement pretty hard, and the carbon fiber is busted and stressed at nearly every convex angle of the piece.

I can't stomach the damage, so I'm considering selling it off for dirt cheap to help pitch towards a new one.

In the process of sanding off the old JB Weld adhesive from my stock spoiler, I careless added several scratches to my paint just below the spoiler and above the passenger tail light. Ordered some Dr. Colorchip in NAG right away, hopefully this helps cover up/buffer off the visible scratch damage.

I keep kicking myself in the foot through this whole process and it's been quite stressful. Just glad it'll all be -almost over- once I am able to source a new Powertrix add-on. Until then, that back end is going to look pretty rough, lol.

But it's okay because at the end of the day I still have it all in one piece, and I'm very happy about that. Scratches smratches, hakuna matata, it'll all be okay.

Will update once I am able to install the new add-on and chip repair some of the scratch damage.

Sorry to hear this. Yes it Sux but it could have been alot worst. As far as the scratches go let James or myself take a look at it. Us older guys know a trick or two that may help out on buffing them out. It will be back to clean and crisp before you know it.

[KingZTX]

Originally Posted by God-Speed

Sorry to hear this. Yes it Sux but it could have been alot worst. As far as the scratches go let James or myself take a look at it. Us older guys know a trick or two that may help out on buffing them out. It will be back to clean and crisp before you know it.

Thank you for reaching out, GS! You and James are the best. I'm currently up in Waco, but if those scratches are still hanging around next time I'm in Austin (this holiday season), I'll give you two a holler!