RCZ's 370Z Journal.

Togo · 01-24-2010, 09:31 AM

RCZ, the pictures look great! Keep us posted on the iCarbon stuff, their BMW kits look great so it looks like, thanks to you, we'll also be getting some great looking carbon parts!

zulus370Z · 01-24-2010, 09:43 AM

RCZ, Let me know about the spacers too. i'm local and I think I see you around my house all the time ( In the brickell area).

Do you daily drive your car? and is the carbon company local? I definitely want a nice lip kit.

thanks,

RCZ · 01-24-2010, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Togo

RCZ, the pictures look great! Keep us posted on the iCarbon stuff, their BMW kits look great so it looks like, thanks to you, we'll also be getting some great looking carbon parts!

Yessir, we're working it. The only reason we don't have stuff already is that they are also developing the e92 M3 kit right now. Both kits are going to turn out great, but they started the M3 one before I approached them about the 370z so its not going to move as fast as it would if it were the only project. I am pushing them though and they are really excited about getting some parts out to you guys (and me). Once we have something more solid we can present to you guys, we will have a new vendor onboard. We have some pretty cool ideas in the pipeline, but like any project of this type, you should also understand it takes a while.

I've been looking at the rear end of the car in order to help them draw up a functional rear diffuser, but the exhaust sits low below the bumper line. The biggest problem though, is that with the slew of different exhausts out there, we can't design ONE thing that fits everything. For example something that works with the stock/stillen exhaust will not work with the F.I. exhaust. Looking at options though... maybe a 3 piece diffuser....don't worry, we'll come up with something that works

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Originally Posted by zulus370Z

RCZ, Let me know about the spacers too. i'm local and I think I see you around my house all the time ( In the brickell area).

Do you daily drive your car? and is the carbon company local? I definitely want a nice lip kit.

thanks,

Yes I daily drive it, I live AND work here so chances are you see me all the time. Where about do you live and how come we haven't met up somewhere? Do you have that black one with the aftermarket exhaust? I think I saw you parked outside segafredo the other night.

I'll put my stuff up for sale, will let you know when it is...

Togo · 01-24-2010, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Yessir, we're working it. The only reason we don't have stuff already is that they are also developing the e92 M3 kit right now. Both kits are going to turn out great, but they started the M3 one before I approached them about the 370z so its not going to move as fast as it would if it were the only project. I am pushing them though and they are really excited about getting some parts out to you guys (and me). Once we have something more solid we can present to you guys, we will have a new vendor onboard. We have some pretty cool ideas in the pipeline, but like any project of this type, you should also understand it takes a while.

I've been looking at the rear end of the car in order to help them draw up a functional rear diffuser, but the exhaust sits low below the bumper line. The biggest problem though, is that with the slew of different exhausts out there, we can't design ONE thing that fits everything. For example something that works with the stock/stillen exhaust will not work with the F.I. exhaust. Looking at options though... maybe a 3 piece diffuser....don't worry, we'll come up with something that works

Yes I daily drive it, I live AND work here so chances are you see me all the time. Where about do you live and how come we haven't met up somewhere? Do you have that black one with the aftermarket exhaust? I think I saw you parked outside segafredo the other night.

I'll put my stuff up for sale, will let you know when it is...

Personally, I'm glad that there will be a wait because it shows that these guys are going to take the time and put in the attention necessary to get it right the first time and not rush something to market prematurely just to get a share of the market a month sooner.

travisjb · 01-24-2010, 03:23 PM

my vote would be to design the diffuser for max aero benefit and let us cut the holes required for our exhaust, given the many different aftermarket exhaust configs that exist... or maybe offer two versions... one version uncut, and one cut for the stock exhaust.. 2c

370zForever · 01-24-2010, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

my vote would be to design the diffuser for max aero benefit and let us cut the holes required for our exhaust, given the many different aftermarket exhaust configs that exist... or maybe offer two versions... one version uncut, and one cut for the stock exhaust.. 2c

Sweeeet, Travis has got some great ideas....Making a real aero diffuser (not cosmetic) for the Z would be great

RCZ · 01-24-2010, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

my vote would be to design the diffuser for max aero benefit and let us cut the holes required for our exhaust, given the many different aftermarket exhaust configs that exist... or maybe offer two versions... one version uncut, and one cut for the stock exhaust.. 2c

This was EXACTLY what I was thinking about doing also. The problem is that people are going to be a little scared of cutting the pieces. I am leaning towards variations for people who want the look and people who want the performance and are willing to cut.

travisjb · 01-24-2010, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

This was EXACTLY what I was thinking about doing also. The problem is that people are going to be a little scared of cutting the pieces. I am leaning towards variations for people who want the look and people who want the performance and are willing to cut.

great, from your perspective, I think it will work so long as you're clear that you can't be responsible for the customers' mistakes if they try to DIY it

appreciate your work on this!

RCZ · 01-24-2010, 10:16 PM

No problem, I love this stuff so I don't really mind the extra work. I'll let you guys know when we come up with something.

RCZ · 01-26-2010, 09:04 AM

Who is interested in a full underbody cover for aero?

ChrisSlicks · 01-26-2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Who is interested in a full underbody cover for aero?

If you included a small scoop at the rear near the differential to direct air over a diff cooler that would be pretty interesting. Unfortunately they are a PITA to deal with for servicing if you don't have a 2 or a 4 post lift.

RCZ · 01-26-2010, 11:06 AM

NACA ducts for cooling (brakes, diff, etc) and openings for oil changes and such would be part of the design. Its just an idea, it would come in pieces to make shipping easier and cheaper. Tossing ideas around..

LiquidZ · 01-26-2010, 11:40 AM

Can't wait to see/hear more

ChrisSlicks · 01-26-2010, 11:42 AM

I definitely like the idea, I think it's worth investigating.

RCZ · 01-26-2010, 12:06 PM

Will do Chris. We are going to explore all these ideas.

For the time being, we are going to start with smaller/ lower priced items so you guys can get to see the quality of the carbon and the reliability of the manufacturers. Then afterwards we can go in the deep end and start with the more ambitious projects. It is the sensible thing to do for us and for you.

01-24-2010, 09:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
Togo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: E. Northport, NY Posts: 7,597 Drives: Stuff Rep Power: 657	RCZ, the pictures look great! Keep us posted on the iCarbon stuff, their BMW kits look great so it looks like, thanks to you, we'll also be getting some great looking carbon parts! __________________ This will decimate all after you put about fifteen grand in it or more, and if we have to, overnight parts from Japan. Joe Clem and Koeppel Nissan

01-24-2010, 03:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	my vote would be to design the diffuser for max aero benefit and let us cut the holes required for our exhaust, given the many different aftermarket exhaust configs that exist... or maybe offer two versions... one version uncut, and one cut for the stock exhaust.. 2c __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

01-26-2010, 11:40 AM	#13 (permalink)
LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 705	Can't wait to see/hear more __________________

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01-24-2010, 09:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
zulus370Z Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Miami Posts: 97 Drives: Black 370Z 6M Rep Power: 16	RCZ, Let me know about the spacers too. i'm local and I think I see you around my house all the time ( In the brickell area). Do you daily drive your car? and is the carbon company local? I definitely want a nice lip kit. thanks,

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RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	No problem, I love this stuff so I don't really mind the extra work. I'll let you guys know when we come up with something.

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RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Who is interested in a full underbody cover for aero?

01-26-2010, 11:06 AM	#12 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	NACA ducts for cooling (brakes, diff, etc) and openings for oil changes and such would be part of the design. Its just an idea, it would come in pieces to make shipping easier and cheaper. Tossing ideas around..

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01-26-2010, 12:06 PM	#15 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Will do Chris. We are going to explore all these ideas. For the time being, we are going to start with smaller/ lower priced items so you guys can get to see the quality of the carbon and the reliability of the manufacturers. Then afterwards we can go in the deep end and start with the more ambitious projects. It is the sensible thing to do for us and for you.