Sh0velMan's Track Car Build

Sh0velMan · 06-06-2012, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 37hevn

are you still stock clutch and flywheel?

Indeed I am, for now.

Sh0velMan · 06-24-2012, 10:30 PM

Some videos from this weekend!
sh0velman - YouTube

My best run of the day: Sh0velMan - Torque Pro Video - Lone Star Chapter Autocross June 2012 - Run 6 - YouTube

Sh0velMan · 12-16-2012, 06:08 PM

Some new progress photos.

Slowly prepping the car for the cage install.

Got the door glass removed and a method to install/remove it when needed.

All of the airbags are gone now, next up is the A/C system.

SPOHN · 12-16-2012, 06:18 PM

Big props. Keep going.

How did you do the windows to install and remove? I ask to see if there is a quick method?

Sh0velMan · 12-16-2012, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SPOHN

Big props. Keep going.

How did you do the windows to install and remove? I ask to see if there is a quick method?

You see how I cable tied the larger (rear most) bracket to the door?

I also removed the inner felt seal.

Now all I have to do is drop the glass in, the front edge slides in to the front clamp, then screw the bolt into the rear clamp and tighten the front.

It's easier with another person to hold the glass while you put the bolt in with a drill, but it can be done solo without too much drama.

Then when you get to your event, loosen the front bolt, remove the rear, pull the glass out.

Sh0velMan · 12-16-2012, 06:50 PM

Oh hey Spohn, do you have any details on the step by step you used to do your hood pins? I really want to ditch the stock latches and stuff.

SPOHN · 12-16-2012, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sh0velMan

Oh hey Spohn, do you have any details on the step by step you used to do your hood pins? I really want to ditch the stock latches and stuff.

Dude, I'll type it again tomorrow. I jsut did step by step and I swear on the last sentence my computer took a dump and lost it all.

Sh0velMan · 12-19-2012, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPOHN

Dude, I'll type it again tomorrow. I jsut did step by step and I swear on the last sentence my computer took a dump and lost it all.

Also, where did you buy them?

EventHorizoN · 12-19-2012, 12:35 PM

Looks like your shedding some weight, where are you road-racing?

Sh0velMan · 12-19-2012, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by EventHorizoN

Looks like your shedding some weight, where are you road-racing?

At the moment, the only competitive events I do are autocrosses with the BMW and Porsche clubs.

They're generally long, fast courses better suited to the Z than some of the other organizations' events.

I also plan on trying the PCA Time Trials events, where they set up a course similar to an Auto-X course and do flying laps.

It'll be a while before I do any competitive on-track driving.

Sh0velMan · 12-19-2012, 12:48 PM

New wheel for Christmas. Still gotta get the hub.

Sh0velMan · 12-23-2012, 10:17 PM

Phase 1 of the door skin fabrication complete, Phase 2 begins tomorrow.

Sh0velMan · 12-26-2012, 09:47 AM

How I'm handling door pulls and whatnot.

It looks like a mess, but it seems to be pretty sturdy and can be quickly revised or replaced, while weighing practically nothing.

The pull strap goes through the door panel that will be installed tonight or tomorrow.

Sh0velMan · 01-16-2013, 09:32 AM

Ordered my quick release and AC delete belt.

Went with the NRG gen 2, couldn't justify paying a lot more for a later generation.

Starting a little intake manifold project tonight as well as finalizing measurements for the seat install.

Maybe get around to finishing the door cards as well.. maybe..

whis9 · 01-16-2013, 12:24 PM

in for updates

06-24-2012, 10:30 PM	#47 (permalink)
Sh0velMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas/Ft.Worth Posts: 3,349 Drives: Noisily. Rep Power: 20	Some videos from this weekend! sh0velman - YouTube My best run of the day: Sh0velMan - Torque Pro Video - Lone Star Chapter Autocross June 2012 - Run 6 - YouTube __________________ Buy My Car! \| Build Thread

12-16-2012, 06:18 PM	#49 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 46 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	Big props. Keep going. How did you do the windows to install and remove? I ask to see if there is a quick method? __________________

12-16-2012, 06:50 PM	#51 (permalink)
Sh0velMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas/Ft.Worth Posts: 3,349 Drives: Noisily. Rep Power: 20	Oh hey Spohn, do you have any details on the step by step you used to do your hood pins? I really want to ditch the stock latches and stuff. __________________ Buy My Car! \| Build Thread

01-16-2013, 09:32 AM	#59 (permalink)
Sh0velMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas/Ft.Worth Posts: 3,349 Drives: Noisily. Rep Power: 20	Ordered my quick release and AC delete belt. Went with the NRG gen 2, couldn't justify paying a lot more for a later generation. Starting a little intake manifold project tonight as well as finalizing measurements for the seat install. Maybe get around to finishing the door cards as well.. maybe.. __________________ Buy My Car! \| Build Thread

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