POSSIBLE solution to opening top with FOB key......and MORE

sarmyth · 02-08-2011, 01:40 PM

From what I know, the guy is ready and willing but needs a test car in new jersey.... So if you're in that area, drop him a line so we can all benefit

VTZ · 02-08-2011, 09:14 PM

Yep... heard back from the guy and it looks like they are still looking for a car to develop the product for the 370ZR. He Says"

"We would need a car in our lab in New Jersey to test and maybe modify the SmartTOP for Infiniti on the Nissan. We are located in Ocean/NJ"

I'm 7 hours away from Ocean NJ. There has got to be a 370ZR closer to them. Anyone out there in that area with an interest in this product? I'm sure if someone was to lend them their car for the testing, which would lead to more business for them, you could probably negotiate that they give you, and install, the product on your car for free. I would totally recommend trying to negotiate that type of deal if someone is considering this. Food for thought.

This may have to wait till the Spring time anyways... I'm assuming most of you don't drive your roadsters in the winter like me, am I correct?

crash1369 · 02-08-2011, 11:04 PM

I don't want one, but I would be willing to take one for the team. But I'll still need transportation for however long they need it for, not to mention a 6hr round trip. If the people who are waiting for this want to chip in on a rental car I'll drop my car off anytime.

I've been thinking about selling it though, but probably not until at least spring. That does raise some concerns though as to what they are actually going to do to the car.

sarmyth · 02-11-2011, 10:39 PM

What type of costs are we looking at here?

VTZ · 02-12-2011, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by sarmyth

What type of costs are we looking at here?

Well, judging from their website, once they have developed the product for a car and then list the product available for the car, then the part appears to sell for $299. They then provider Do it yourself instructions to install the product. Which the closes car they currently offer the product for appears to be the Infiniti G convertible and the process doesn't appear to be too difficult for a DIY. See the process HERE. So basically if someone offers to let them do the testing and development on their car then we all would probably be able to buy the product through their website for $299 and install it ourselves. Again, I feel that whomever actually lent them their car could probably work a deal to get the product for free, considering it would open up the possibility for future business for them.

That should answer your question on cost.

Evildmx · 02-13-2011, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by crash1369

I don't want one, but I would be willing to take one for the team. But I'll still need transportation for however long they need it for, not to mention a 6hr round trip. If the people who are waiting for this want to chip in on a rental car I'll drop my car off anytime.

I've been thinking about selling it though, but probably not until at least spring. That does raise some concerns though as to what they are actually going to do to the car.

Would you be able to get a quote on a rental car and let us know how much u're looking for?

crash1369 · 02-13-2011, 12:32 PM

I would have to talk to the mods4cars people and see exactly how long they would need my car for, but normally a rental is only like $20-$35 a day and I think they said three days at the beginning of this thread right.

However as I mentioned I have been thinking about selling the Z, and so far it seems like it's going to happen. I am waiting for the dealership to call me back with an offer on my car so that will determine what I am going to do. I've been thinking about it and assuming the deal does go through it's probably not a good idea to have somebody tinkering with it when I am supposed to be trading it in.
I'll let you guys know how it goes though.

crash1369 · 02-14-2011, 08:44 PM

Alright it looks like I'm keeping the Z so should I be calling these guys about the roof?

Fire · 02-15-2011, 12:08 AM

That would be great. One of my choices would be able to open or close the top while driving. To be able to open the top after stopping at a light or stop sign and not have to hold up traffic would be great. Also opening or closing with the fob would be good. Keep us posted.

Evildmx · 02-15-2011, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by crash1369

Alright it looks like I'm keeping the Z so should I be calling these guys about the roof?

Sorry to hear your deal fell through and thanks for doing this for all those that want this mod.

I for one would be willing to chip in some money for your rental car. Are there any other members here that's willing to do the same? Paypal OK?

crash1369 · 02-15-2011, 06:45 AM

As long as paypal doesn't charge me any fees that's fine. I'll try and call them on Saturday then, it wouldn't hurt if somebody reminded me though

VTZ · 02-15-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Evildmx

Sorry to hear your deal fell through and thanks for doing this for all those that want this mod.

I for one would be willing to chip in some money for your rental car. Are there any other members here that's willing to do the same? Paypal OK?

I too would like this mod to be available for the 370ZR. That said I would also be willing to chip in towards a rental car, through PayPal. I'd be willing to throw $30 your way towards the rental car. Anyone else? The more willing to chip in, that are interested in this mod, the cheaper it is for all of us.

crash1369 · 02-15-2011, 11:51 PM

I didn't see a phone number on their site, but I sent them an email. I haven't heard back yet though so I'll keep you guys in the loop

sarmyth · 02-16-2011, 12:28 PM

I'm down as well... Give us a quote crash

crash1369 · 02-17-2011, 07:40 PM

I'll let you guys know, I still haven't heard back from them yet though. I've got so many damn people I need to chase down, why can't they just call me back like their supposed to

02-08-2011, 09:14 PM	#17 (permalink)
VTZ Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 67 Drives: '10 370Z Convt PW M6 Rep Power: 14	Yep... heard back from the guy and it looks like they are still looking for a car to develop the product for the 370ZR. He Says" "We would need a car in our lab in New Jersey to test and maybe modify the SmartTOP for Infiniti on the Nissan. We are located in Ocean/NJ" I'm 7 hours away from Ocean NJ. There has got to be a 370ZR closer to them. Anyone out there in that area with an interest in this product? I'm sure if someone was to lend them their car for the testing, which would lead to more business for them, you could probably negotiate that they give you, and install, the product on your car for free. I would totally recommend trying to negotiate that type of deal if someone is considering this. Food for thought. This may have to wait till the Spring time anyways... I'm assuming most of you don't drive your roadsters in the winter like me, am I correct? Last edited by VTZ; 02-08-2011 at 09:22 PM. Reason: added content

02-08-2011, 11:04 PM	#18 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	I don't want one, but I would be willing to take one for the team. But I'll still need transportation for however long they need it for, not to mention a 6hr round trip. If the people who are waiting for this want to chip in on a rental car I'll drop my car off anytime. I've been thinking about selling it though, but probably not until at least spring. That does raise some concerns though as to what they are actually going to do to the car. __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

02-13-2011, 12:32 PM	#22 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	I would have to talk to the mods4cars people and see exactly how long they would need my car for, but normally a rental is only like $20-$35 a day and I think they said three days at the beginning of this thread right. However as I mentioned I have been thinking about selling the Z, and so far it seems like it's going to happen. I am waiting for the dealership to call me back with an offer on my car so that will determine what I am going to do. I've been thinking about it and assuming the deal does go through it's probably not a good idea to have somebody tinkering with it when I am supposed to be trading it in. I'll let you guys know how it goes though. __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

02-14-2011, 08:44 PM	#23 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	Alright it looks like I'm keeping the Z so should I be calling these guys about the roof? __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

02-15-2011, 12:08 AM	#24 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	That would be great. One of my choices would be able to open or close the top while driving. To be able to open the top after stopping at a light or stop sign and not have to hold up traffic would be great. Also opening or closing with the fob would be good. Keep us posted. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

02-08-2011, 01:40 PM	#16 (permalink)
sarmyth Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 96 Drives: 370z Roadster Rep Power: 15	From what I know, the guy is ready and willing but needs a test car in new jersey.... So if you're in that area, drop him a line so we can all benefit

02-11-2011, 10:39 PM	#19 (permalink)
sarmyth Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 96 Drives: 370z Roadster Rep Power: 15	What type of costs are we looking at here?

02-15-2011, 06:45 AM	#26 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	As long as paypal doesn't charge me any fees that's fine. I'll try and call them on Saturday then, it wouldn't hurt if somebody reminded me though __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

02-15-2011, 11:51 PM	#28 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	I didn't see a phone number on their site, but I sent them an email. I haven't heard back yet though so I'll keep you guys in the loop __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

02-16-2011, 12:28 PM	#29 (permalink)
sarmyth Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 96 Drives: 370z Roadster Rep Power: 15	I'm down as well... Give us a quote crash

02-17-2011, 07:40 PM	#30 (permalink)
crash1369 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tobyharlem Age: 42 Posts: 474 Drives: C300 - 6spd Rep Power: 729	I'll let you guys know, I still haven't heard back from them yet though. I've got so many damn people I need to chase down, why can't they just call me back like their supposed to __________________ "At no point during your rambling, incoherent response did you ever come close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. We are all now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may god have mercy on your soul."

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