GT Academy: America

Felix 808 · 11-16-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301

Really irritated that SPKHD always runs a few minutes late. I always lose the last 5-10 minutes of GT Academy because my DVR stops recording.

Fat boy needs to go home though.

Not sure what type of DVR you have, but my Dish Network allows me to adjust before & after show time recording. I just adjusted it so not to miss the next one

Felix 808 · 11-16-2012, 12:22 PM

Does anyone else find it interesting that they use the standard coupe body with Nismo badges and not the "racy" Nismo version

I mean they use the GTR & open wheelers & the cars are built for performance, why didn't they use the Nismo body kit & nismo "tuned" motor

Sorry not trying to offend, but it is a head scratcher

Dustin@Z1 · 11-16-2012, 12:38 PM

European market does not have a NISMO model available. Since the program is filmed in the UK, Nissan would have to either A) Import NISMO models from the US/Japan or B) spend the time and energy to convert the non-NISMO 370Z's to use a US/JDM NISMO aero package. At which time these cars would be illegal unless further mods were made to the cars to meet UK DOT standards.

NISMO models do not have the provisions for headlight sprayers or the rear fog light, which are mandatory in the European markets.

Good question though regardless...

Felix 808 · 11-16-2012, 12:39 PM

Thanks for the insight Dustin

Nismo89 · 11-16-2012, 02:46 PM

Per GT Academy (USA): GT Academy Pit Pass: Here are a few DOs and DON'Ts you should know before pulling into the pits

Pro Driver Rob Barff | Nissan USA

Footloose301 · 11-16-2012, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Felix 808

Not sure what type of DVR you have, but my Dish Network allows me to adjust before & after show time recording. I just adjusted it so not to miss the next one

I can adjust it as well but I thought last weeks F-Up was going to be a one time thing so I didn't bother adjusting the times. Looks like I will need to adjust it after all.

KanataZ · 11-16-2012, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

wanna know exactly what the difference is between regular 370's and the one's on GT academy?

370Z® Specs, Interior & Photos | Nissan USA

Cool but can you believe they didn't do the red GTR start button mod?

Nismo89 · 11-16-2012, 06:40 PM

I'm actually pretty shocked that their 370s aren't modded more than they actually are lol

Nismo89 · 11-17-2012, 01:23 AM

Thursday November 22, 2012....... 11:30 p.m. the new Episode "A Will And a Way" will debut!

Tune in!

LMBmikeZ · 11-17-2012, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by KanataZ

Like the show and I appreciate that they have slowly started to get away from calling this GT Academy North America since the contest is only open to US residents. No matter, this Canuck is too old to get racing contract.

Still, fun to watch the show and see what they can do with a Z.

But it's kind of like Star Trek. As soon as you see them do a full profile of a contestant, he's as good as wearing a red shirt and surely won't survive the episode.

with both statements North America has more to it then the USA, you know that huge land mass north of there boarder called CANADA! might only have approx 36 million people but we are here!

Also with the profile of the contestants, basically you already know who's going home. It has become very predictable, but I still like the show!

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

Thursday November 22, 2012....... 11:30 p.m. the new Episode "A Will And a Way" will debut!

Tune in!

Can't wait as I have been hooked on this show last year and this!

Mike · 11-17-2012, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

I'm actually pretty shocked that their 370s aren't modded more than they actually are lol

no reason for them to have more than basic safety upgrades. As long as all cars are setup the same, its testing the drivers, not competing against other cars.

but I bet they go out with a full tank of gas every session!

Glokwork · 11-18-2012, 03:11 PM

I've been hearing about this show but I haven't seen it before. Mainly due to the fact I blow all my money on mods and can't afford cable.

Anyway here is a link to download the episodes from both seasons

GT Academy Download Episodes

Nismo89 · 11-19-2012, 10:57 PM

Original Post updated with latest video!

forza370z · 11-21-2012, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

Original Post updated with latest video!

LOL @ the guys swept off half the pit crew. Maybe they should try bowling instead. Lol. But yea I understand it's not easy.

Nismo89 · 11-21-2012, 12:45 AM

ive watched alot of races , and pit crew actions and 80 percent of the time, i see them coasting in or driving at a low rate of speed and easily stop. rather than those pit stops they were doing lol.

although i did see a few other that flew into the pits and had to apply the brakes hardcore, smoke pouring everywhere....... guess it all depends

11-16-2012, 12:22 PM	#47 (permalink)
Felix 808 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 1,063 Drives: 2011 PW/Grey T/S 7AT Rep Power: 2807	Does anyone else find it interesting that they use the standard coupe body with Nismo badges and not the "racy" Nismo version I mean they use the GTR & open wheelers & the cars are built for performance, why didn't they use the Nismo body kit & nismo "tuned" motor Sorry not trying to offend, but it is a head scratcher __________________ Semper Fi Μολὼν λαβέ

11-16-2012, 12:38 PM	#48 (permalink)
Dustin@Z1 The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NLA Posts: 1,313 Drives: NLA Rep Power: 18	European market does not have a NISMO model available. Since the program is filmed in the UK, Nissan would have to either A) Import NISMO models from the US/Japan or B) spend the time and energy to convert the non-NISMO 370Z's to use a US/JDM NISMO aero package. At which time these cars would be illegal unless further mods were made to the cars to meet UK DOT standards. NISMO models do not have the provisions for headlight sprayers or the rear fog light, which are mandatory in the European markets. Good question though regardless... SouthArk370Z likes this.

11-16-2012, 12:39 PM	#49 (permalink)
Felix 808 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 1,063 Drives: 2011 PW/Grey T/S 7AT Rep Power: 2807	Thanks for the insight Dustin __________________ Semper Fi Μολὼν λαβέ

11-16-2012, 02:46 PM	#50 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 35 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	Per GT Academy (USA): GT Academy Pit Pass: Here are a few DOs and DON'Ts you should know before pulling into the pits Pro Driver Rob Barff \| Nissan USA __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

11-16-2012, 06:40 PM	#53 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 35 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	I'm actually pretty shocked that their 370s aren't modded more than they actually are lol SouthArk370Z likes this. __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

11-17-2012, 01:23 AM	#54 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 35 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	Thursday November 22, 2012....... 11:30 p.m. the new Episode "A Will And a Way" will debut! Tune in! __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

11-18-2012, 03:11 PM	#57 (permalink)
Glokwork A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 2,657 Drives: 11 370Z MB 6MT Rep Power: 22	I've been hearing about this show but I haven't seen it before. Mainly due to the fact I blow all my money on mods and can't afford cable. Anyway here is a link to download the episodes from both seasons GT Academy Download Episodes __________________ Precision Turbo Tial Turbosmart Fast Intentions Seibon Prosport Advan AD08R HKS Hipermax IV Nismo Evo-R PW:JDM UpRev Pioneer Escort Volk CE28N Top Mount Single Turbo 551whp/482wtq@10psi

11-19-2012, 10:57 PM	#58 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 35 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	Original Post updated with latest video! forza370z likes this. __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

11-21-2012, 12:45 AM	#60 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 35 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	ive watched alot of races , and pit crew actions and 80 percent of the time, i see them coasting in or driving at a low rate of speed and easily stop. rather than those pit stops they were doing lol. although i did see a few other that flew into the pits and had to apply the brakes hardcore, smoke pouring everywhere....... guess it all depends __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

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