MN Z owners...

mnz · 01-06-2014, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 1cleanZ

I think we've messaged about the coils/springs dilema. If you're planning to do springs AND struts, why not just coils as a full kit?

Also, I would say 85-90% of those that go with springs, kick themself for not going coils. The flexibility of lowering it juuuuust to where you want it is the key. Springs, you'll always find yourself 2nd glancing at your car thinking, "man i wish I could ...(adjust)"

Also you can adjust the dampening to your likes on most coils.

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silverbulletZ · 01-06-2014, 06:12 PM

I run the koni yellow adjustable shocks with tein springs. They do the job but like others said can't adjust height but if you can find a hell of a deal on a new setup like I did with my konis then get it. Never buy used. Ill eventially go full coilover sometime but right now I'm happy with what I have. The setup I would get after this one is the tanabe sustec pro 7 with the teas

1cleanZ · 01-06-2014, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by silverbulletZ

I run the koni yellow adjustable shocks with tein springs. They do the job but like others said can't adjust height but if you can find a hell of a deal on a new setup like I did with my konis then get it. Never buy used. Ill eventially go full coilover sometime but right now I'm happy with what I have. The setup I would get after this one is the tanabe sustec pro 7 with the teas

Tanabe 7's for your 350? Trying to find the part #

Are you referring to the Z40's? Part #TSE4063

lmk, will get this priced out for you buddy

silverbulletZ · 01-06-2014, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 1cleanZ

Tanabe 7's for your 350? Trying to find the part #

Are you referring to the Z40's? Part #TSE4063

lmk, will get this priced out for you buddy

Sorry to post a link to another vendor Lance(for reference for everyone else do not buy from these guys, worst service ever. You'll find lots of complaints about them)

Tanabe Sustec Pro SEVEN Coilovers 350Z: FREE SHIPPING
with the teas Tanabe TEAS FREE SHIPPING
BTW not interested right now so no need for a quote have other issues to address first.

1cleanZ · 01-07-2014, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by silverbulletZ

Sorry to post a link to another vendor Lance(for reference for everyone else do not buy from these guys, worst service ever. You'll find lots of complaints about them)

Tanabe Sustec Pro SEVEN Coilovers 350Z: FREE SHIPPING
with the teas Tanabe TEAS FREE SHIPPING
BTW not interested right now so no need for a quote have other issues to address first.

The Pro 7's are actually their older model, which they're just clearing inventory. They have been replaced by the PRO Z40's. We'll get you setup perfect when the time comes!!

mnz · 01-07-2014, 01:17 PM

We should all meet up in spring and grab something to eat and cruise.

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zFire · 01-08-2014, 09:28 AM

Sorry guys- didn't mean to sleep in this thread- and then just post when I need something... ;-)

I have a little problem that I am hoping you MN guys might be able to help assist with. I've got all the Seibon carbon on my Z that one could put on- and I left it unpainted. A while ago, someone tried to break in and slim-jim the lock. Obviously they couldn't because they ended up breaking the window, but not before putting two large parallel cracks above the door handle in the carbon door.

Anyone of you MN guys know of a fiberglass shop that would attempt a cosmetic repair- sanding down the gel coat all the way to the cf, polishing it, and re-epoxying to fill it in as best possible?

Is this even remotely possible? Seibon sells the doors... in pairs.

Thanks!

(PS- and I'll be ready to meet up in the spring as well.)

mnz · 01-08-2014, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zFire

Sorry guys- didn't mean to sleep in this thread- and then just post when I need something... ;-)

I have a little problem that I am hoping you MN guys might be able to help assist with. I've got all the Seibon carbon on my Z that one could put on- and I left it unpainted. A while ago, someone tried to break in and slim-jim the lock. Obviously they couldn't because they ended up breaking the window, but not before putting two large parallel cracks above the door handle in the carbon door.

Anyone of you MN guys know of a fiberglass shop that would attempt a cosmetic repair- sanding down the gel coat all the way to the cf, polishing it, and re-epoxying to fill it in as best possible?

Is this even remotely possible? Seibon sells the doors... in pairs.

Thanks!

(PS- and I'll be ready to meet up in the spring as well.)

Don't know any specific fiberglass shops but have you tried calling any local paint shops to see what they could do?

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zFire · 01-08-2014, 10:08 AM

I have, but obviously haven't found the right one- most say "Oh... man... yeah, there's nothing you can do to fix that."

However, I have seen online that with a lot of meticulous care one can repair CF damage... its tedious and takes time- and won't look perfect- but better than big cracks.

I was just curious if anyone here new of a body shop specializing in restorations (or Corvettes, or other fiberglass body works).

1cleanZ · 01-08-2014, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zFire

Sorry guys- didn't mean to sleep in this thread- and then just post when I need something... ;-)

I have a little problem that I am hoping you MN guys might be able to help assist with. I've got all the Seibon carbon on my Z that one could put on- and I left it unpainted. A while ago, someone tried to break in and slim-jim the lock. Obviously they couldn't because they ended up breaking the window, but not before putting two large parallel cracks above the door handle in the carbon door.

Anyone of you MN guys know of a fiberglass shop that would attempt a cosmetic repair- sanding down the gel coat all the way to the cf, polishing it, and re-epoxying to fill it in as best possible?

Is this even remotely possible? Seibon sells the doors... in pairs.

Thanks!

(PS- and I'll be ready to meet up in the spring as well.)

Damn man, hate to hear about something like that happening, especially with quality parts.

Now, to know if you can actually repair it, how deep is the crack? Is the actual weave damaged or is it just the topcoat? The extent of the damage will determine if its repairable or not. IF the weave has damage, there's simply no way to repair it. You could still repair the topcoat so its still a minor flaw, just won't be as noticable.

Not many shops will even consider looking at it since its "custom work", but if there is a shop that will, I would recommend Automotive Concepts. I personally know some of the staff and they're definitely no joke.

Otherwise, Chad Raskovich is the man when it comes to restoration and detailing. "Rasky's Detailing" is what he goes by, but he's well known throughout the US and Canada for his work.

zFire · 01-10-2014, 09:12 AM

Thanks- appreciate the reply!

The crack hasn't affected the carbon fiber itself, much... its more just the gel coat on top of it. I am looking for a cosmetic repair- and I do understand it likely won't look perfect. But anything will look better than it does at this point.

1cleanZ · 01-10-2014, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by zFire

Thanks- appreciate the reply!

The crack hasn't affected the carbon fiber itself, much... its more just the gel coat on top of it. I am looking for a cosmetic repair- and I do understand it likely won't look perfect. But anything will look better than it does at this point.

Talked to my buddy. Take a few photos of the damage, and send it to Lance@NextLevelPerf.com and I'll find out if its repairable.

mnz · 01-14-2014, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zFire

Sorry guys- didn't mean to sleep in this thread- and then just post when I need something... ;-)

I have a little problem that I am hoping you MN guys might be able to help assist with. I've got all the Seibon carbon on my Z that one could put on- and I left it unpainted. A while ago, someone tried to break in and slim-jim the lock. Obviously they couldn't because they ended up breaking the window, but not before putting two large parallel cracks above the door handle in the carbon door.

Anyone of you MN guys know of a fiberglass shop that would attempt a cosmetic repair- sanding down the gel coat all the way to the cf, polishing it, and re-epoxying to fill it in as best possible?

Is this even remotely possible? Seibon sells the doors... in pairs.

Thanks!

(PS- and I'll be ready to meet up in the spring as well.)

Any luck with finding a place to fix the crack?

mnz · 01-16-2014, 06:12 PM

Hey lance, for sure coils on the g37 fit perfectly on the z?

1cleanZ · 01-16-2014, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mnz

Hey lance, for sure coils on the g37 fit perfectly on the z?

Not all. Which ones are you looking at? Keep in mind some spring rates are different as well because of the difference in weight between the G and Z.

01-08-2014, 09:28 AM	#487 (permalink)
zFire Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 46 Drives: to work. Rep Power: 14	Sleeping... Sorry guys- didn't mean to sleep in this thread- and then just post when I need something... ;-) I have a little problem that I am hoping you MN guys might be able to help assist with. I've got all the Seibon carbon on my Z that one could put on- and I left it unpainted. A while ago, someone tried to break in and slim-jim the lock. Obviously they couldn't because they ended up breaking the window, but not before putting two large parallel cracks above the door handle in the carbon door. Anyone of you MN guys know of a fiberglass shop that would attempt a cosmetic repair- sanding down the gel coat all the way to the cf, polishing it, and re-epoxying to fill it in as best possible? Is this even remotely possible? Seibon sells the doors... in pairs. Thanks! (PS- and I'll be ready to meet up in the spring as well.)

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01-06-2014, 06:12 PM	#482 (permalink)
silverbulletZ Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: AV Posts: 20 Drives: 350Z Rep Power: 14	I run the koni yellow adjustable shocks with tein springs. They do the job but like others said can't adjust height but if you can find a hell of a deal on a new setup like I did with my konis then get it. Never buy used. Ill eventially go full coilover sometime but right now I'm happy with what I have. The setup I would get after this one is the tanabe sustec pro 7 with the teas

01-07-2014, 01:17 PM	#486 (permalink)
mnz Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: minnesota Posts: 144 Drives: 2013 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 12	We should all meet up in spring and grab something to eat and cruise. Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk

01-08-2014, 10:08 AM	#489 (permalink)
zFire Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 46 Drives: to work. Rep Power: 14	I have, but obviously haven't found the right one- most say "Oh... man... yeah, there's nothing you can do to fix that." However, I have seen online that with a lot of meticulous care one can repair CF damage... its tedious and takes time- and won't look perfect- but better than big cracks. I was just curious if anyone here new of a body shop specializing in restorations (or Corvettes, or other fiberglass body works).

01-10-2014, 09:12 AM	#491 (permalink)
zFire Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 46 Drives: to work. Rep Power: 14	Thanks- appreciate the reply! The crack hasn't affected the carbon fiber itself, much... its more just the gel coat on top of it. I am looking for a cosmetic repair- and I do understand it likely won't look perfect. But anything will look better than it does at this point.

01-16-2014, 06:12 PM	#494 (permalink)
mnz Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: minnesota Posts: 144 Drives: 2013 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 12	Hey lance, for sure coils on the g37 fit perfectly on the z?