Spec Jay's BPv2 Street/Track Build

Spec Jay · 09-02-2019, 11:58 PM

The best photoshoots are the ones in the natrual habitat!

loufitness · 10-09-2019, 09:19 PM

I have enjoyed watching your build over the years. And I really love your most recent look and pictures.

Question: Do you know how well your car now competes (lap times) with high end factory cars such as Porsche 911 GT3, GTR's, Corvette ZR1, etc?

Spec Jay · 10-12-2019, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by loufitness

I have enjoyed watching your build over the years. And I really love your most recent look and pictures.

Question: Do you know how well your car now competes (lap times) with high end factory cars such as Porsche 911 GT3, GTR's, Corvette ZR1, etc?

Thank you!

Currently I've seen 1:47's from the Latest gen SRT Vipers with seasoned drivers on the local track but they're on Toyo RRs. The GT3RS's are doing 1:46 on the sport cups. I'm at 1:50 on 200 TW tires.

loufitness · 10-14-2019, 08:06 PM

Any reliability concerns or overheating issues while on-track with your boosted setup?

Spec Jay · 10-15-2019, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by loufitness

Any reliability concerns or overheating issues while on-track with your boosted setup?

I used to overheat coolant and oil in 3 laps before the aero rework, zero issues afterwards. 4+ years on boost strong now!

Hotrodz · 10-15-2019, 10:29 PM

Love it brother, you have the same problem as I do with slow speed turns. It is hard to keep the wheels from spinning if you drop to 2nd gear. Can't wait to get mine back on the track.

Spooler · 10-15-2019, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec Jay

Thank you!

Currently I've seen 1:47's from the Latest gen SRT Vipers with seasoned drivers on the local track but they're on Toyo RRs. The GT3RS's are doing 1:46 on the sport cups. I'm at 1:50 on 200 TW tires.

I watched your latest video. You were flying compared to where you were a couple of years ago.

Spec Jay · 10-16-2019, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotrodz

Love it brother, you have the same problem as I do with slow speed turns. It is hard to keep the wheels from spinning if you drop to 2nd gear. Can't wait to get mine back on the track.

I try to stay out of second gear if possible but it's not terribly bad once the tires get some good heat into them. I usually use it for one corner only.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spooler

I watched your latest video. You were flying compared to where you were a couple of years ago.

It's been a long journey since I first started! Definitely a big case of too much car not enough driver!

Hotrodz · 10-17-2019, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec Jay

I try to stay out of second gear if possible but it's not terribly bad once the tires get some good heat into them. I usually use it for one corner only.

Same, Same lol!

Quicksilvers · 10-17-2019, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec Jay

It's been a long journey since I first started!

You have a lot invested in your build Jay very impressive build indeed congratulations on all your progress!

Spec Jay · 11-14-2020, 02:18 PM

Been awhile since I've posted but some pretty significant updates and major issues.

First preparation for Global Time Attack at Ridge Motorsports Park (my home course)

Finally got proper bucket seats and harnesses, Loved my Recaro Speeds but on track the slop between the lower and upper part of the seats was distracting.

Also added the Coolerworx shifter. I always thought the factory shifter felt great and this shifter only added to that thought.

Next installed the entire ensemble (At least the rest of it) of SPL parts.

Also upped the spring rates at the same time to account for the aero.

Do yourself a favor, remove all the arms and have a machine shop press in all of the bushings. It only ran me $200 and saved me a lot of headache.

God-Speed · 11-15-2020, 07:58 AM

Best of Luck on the Global Time Attack. Remember "Wall Bad, Finish Line Good."

Spec Jay · 11-20-2020, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by God-Speed

Best of Luck on the Global Time Attack. Remember "Wall Bad, Finish Line Good."

I wish I had good luck! Incoming follow-up post

Spec Jay · 11-20-2020, 07:24 PM

Finally was feeling comfortable enough to participate in Global Time Attack, best of all it was the first time GTA would be at my home track! Had some issues with tech but was eventually allowed out on track on the second session

Unfortunately it was the first time the Z has left me completely stranded too.
On my first session out just 4 laps in the motor blew at the end of the front straight doing 150+ (Code Brown anyone?

)Some pictures of the carnage.

Ended up finding 5 or 6 holes in the block after pulling it.

I can't say I was disappointed or depressed about the engine, it took 5 years of 500+ WHP on a virgin block without a problem.

My issue was I was on year old scrub 275 Nexen SUR4G (Excellent tire BTW) instead of the 295 Advan A052's I had waiting to go on the next day. I was holding out better weather on day 2 as it was raining every other session all of Saturday. I was able to manage beating my PB on that 4th lap with a 1:50.775 and was barely settling into the new suspension setup. The lap was Good enough for 4th at the time but after the weekend settled 6th.

Good news is, GTA will be returning to Ridge Motorsports Park in 2021!

Elmo370z · 01-17-2021, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec Jay

Finally was feeling comfortable enough to participate in Global Time Attack, best of all it was the first time GTA would be at my home track! Had some issues with tech but was eventually allowed out on track on the second session

Unfortunately it was the first time the Z has left me completely stranded too.
On my first session out just 4 laps in the motor blew at the end of the front straight doing 150+ (Code Brown anyone?

)Some pictures of the carnage.

Ended up finding 5 or 6 holes in the block after pulling it.

I can't say I was disappointed or depressed about the engine, it took 5 years of 500+ WHP on a virgin block without a problem.

My issue was I was on year old scrub 275 Nexen SUR4G (Excellent tire BTW) instead of the 295 Advan A052's I had waiting to go on the next day. I was holding out better weather on day 2 as it was raining every other session all of Saturday. I was able to manage beating my PB on that 4th lap with a 1:50.775 and was barely settling into the new suspension setup. The lap was Good enough for 4th at the time but after the weekend settled 6th.

Good news is, GTA will be returning to Ridge Motorsports Park in 2021!

That’s impressive the motor lasted 5 years of pounding. You have any idea what the old temps were like? I’m thinking about adding a second oil cooler to keep things cool. I was looking into the g30-900

09-02-2019, 11:58 PM	#151 (permalink)
Spec Jay A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bummerton Posts: 1,510 Drives: MtB 09 370z Rep Power: 19	The best photoshoots are the ones in the natrual habitat! God-Speed, gbrettin, danegrey and 5 others like this. __________________ 09 Monterey Blue Global Time Attack Street Class Build Build Thread:Saber! Instagram:@SpecJay

10-09-2019, 09:19 PM	#152 (permalink)
loufitness Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Louisville, Ky Posts: 74 Drives: 14 370Z Pearl White Rep Power: 3366	I have enjoyed watching your build over the years. And I really love your most recent look and pictures. Question: Do you know how well your car now competes (lap times) with high end factory cars such as Porsche 911 GT3, GTR's, Corvette ZR1, etc? Spec Jay likes this. __________________ 2014 Pearl White Sport Pkg / Motordyne Shockwave / 25 Row Setrab / SS Brake lines / Motul RBF 600 / Hawk DTC-60 / SPL Upper Control Arms / Enkei RP07 / Hankook RS4 275/40/18 Square / Schroth Harness / EVO-R Carbon Fiber Accents / Bilstein B16 PSS 10

10-14-2019, 08:06 PM	#154 (permalink)
loufitness Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Louisville, Ky Posts: 74 Drives: 14 370Z Pearl White Rep Power: 3366	Any reliability concerns or overheating issues while on-track with your boosted setup? __________________ 2014 Pearl White Sport Pkg / Motordyne Shockwave / 25 Row Setrab / SS Brake lines / Motul RBF 600 / Hawk DTC-60 / SPL Upper Control Arms / Enkei RP07 / Hankook RS4 275/40/18 Square / Schroth Harness / EVO-R Carbon Fiber Accents / Bilstein B16 PSS 10

10-15-2019, 10:29 PM	#156 (permalink)
Hotrodz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684385	Love it brother, you have the same problem as I do with slow speed turns. It is hard to keep the wheels from spinning if you drop to 2nd gear. Can't wait to get mine back on the track. Spec Jay, Rusty and Spooler like this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

11-14-2020, 02:18 PM	#161 (permalink)
Spec Jay A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bummerton Posts: 1,510 Drives: MtB 09 370z Rep Power: 19	Been awhile since I've posted but some pretty significant updates and major issues. First preparation for Global Time Attack at Ridge Motorsports Park (my home course) Finally got proper bucket seats and harnesses, Loved my Recaro Speeds but on track the slop between the lower and upper part of the seats was distracting. Also added the Coolerworx shifter. I always thought the factory shifter felt great and this shifter only added to that thought. Next installed the entire ensemble (At least the rest of it) of SPL parts. Also upped the spring rates at the same time to account for the aero. Do yourself a favor, remove all the arms and have a machine shop press in all of the bushings. It only ran me $200 and saved me a lot of headache. God-Speed, JARblue, Rusty and 3 others like this. __________________ 09 Monterey Blue Global Time Attack Street Class Build Build Thread:Saber! Instagram:@SpecJay

11-15-2020, 07:58 AM	#162 (permalink)
God-Speed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Austin, Tx. Posts: 4,366 Drives: Prototype Rep Power: 2684377	Best of Luck on the Global Time Attack. Remember "Wall Bad, Finish Line Good." JARblue and Hotrodz like this.

11-20-2020, 07:24 PM	#164 (permalink)
Spec Jay A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bummerton Posts: 1,510 Drives: MtB 09 370z Rep Power: 19	Finally was feeling comfortable enough to participate in Global Time Attack, best of all it was the first time GTA would be at my home track! Had some issues with tech but was eventually allowed out on track on the second session Unfortunately it was the first time the Z has left me completely stranded too. On my first session out just 4 laps in the motor blew at the end of the front straight doing 150+ (Code Brown anyone? )Some pictures of the carnage. Ended up finding 5 or 6 holes in the block after pulling it. I can't say I was disappointed or depressed about the engine, it took 5 years of 500+ WHP on a virgin block without a problem. My issue was I was on year old scrub 275 Nexen SUR4G (Excellent tire BTW) instead of the 295 Advan A052's I had waiting to go on the next day. I was holding out better weather on day 2 as it was raining every other session all of Saturday. I was able to manage beating my PB on that 4th lap with a 1:50.775 and was barely settling into the new suspension setup. The lap was Good enough for 4th at the time but after the weekend settled 6th. Good news is, GTA will be returning to Ridge Motorsports Park in 2021! God-Speed, JARblue, Rusty and 5 others like this. __________________ 09 Monterey Blue Global Time Attack Street Class Build Build Thread:Saber! Instagram:@SpecJay

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