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[vtec to vvel]

Weighing out my options regarding the CMC/CSC replacement on whether to DIY or take it to a shop. The only shop that specializes in Z's in Tampa seem to be Fever Racing (formerly Z Fever). I've spoken with the owner, Doug, for a few minutes, and he seems to know what he's talking about and told me he does these replacements "all the time". I've read some really good stories, but also some horror/bad things. Has anyone had any experience with them?

[SteveVQ]

Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

Weighing out my options regarding the CMC/CSC replacement on whether to DIY or take it to a shop. The only shop that specializes in Z's in Tampa seem to be Fever Racing (formerly Z Fever). I've spoken with the owner, Doug, for a few minutes, and he seems to know what he's talking about and told me he does these replacements "all the time". I've read some really good stories, but also some horror/bad things. Has anyone had any experience with them?

If you want someone to work on your car you can trust. I highly recommend Derek and Rita from DRZA in Tavarese, FL. Yes you'll need to drive for about 2 hrs, no they are not cheap, but the peace of mind that comes from knowing your car is the hands of people who really care and know what they are doing is priceless. Plus, you'll see some absolutely wicked Nissan builds while you're there. R34's, R33's, R32's, S13's, S14's, S15's and plenty of Z's from all eras.

Z Fever / Fever Racing, has a shady past according to google.
I'd say its 50/50 whether they do a good job or...not.

Good Luck

[FL 4Motion]

Originally Posted by SteveVQ

If you want someone to work on your car you can trust. I highly recommend Derek and Rita from DRZA in Tavarese, FL. Yes you'll need to drive for about 2 hrs, no they are not cheap, but the peace of mind that comes from knowing your car is the hands of people who really care and know what they are doing is priceless. Plus, you'll see some absolutely wicked Nissan builds while you're there. R34's, R33's, R32's, S13's, S14's, S15's and plenty of Z's from all eras.

Z Fever / Fever Racing, has a shady past according to google.
I'd say its 50/50 whether they do a good job or...not.

Good Luck

Ei Racing. https://eiracing.com/

Different Derek (not sure why all Nissan mechanics are named Derek lol), but wife and I have been using our friend Derek for all our Nissan maintenance since 2009. He is the BEST Nissan mechanic in the country imo. And no that’s not hyperbole, dude can rebuild a gtr dct trans overnight with one hand tied behind his back. (Ok, the one handed part is hyperbole).

[vtec to vvel]

Originally Posted by SteveVQ

If you want someone to work on your car you can trust. I highly recommend Derek and Rita from DRZA in Tavarese, FL. Yes you'll need to drive for about 2 hrs, no they are not cheap, but the peace of mind that comes from knowing your car is the hands of people who really care and know what they are doing is priceless. Plus, you'll see some absolutely wicked Nissan builds while you're there. R34's, R33's, R32's, S13's, S14's, S15's and plenty of Z's from all eras.

Z Fever / Fever Racing, has a shady past according to google.
I'd say its 50/50 whether they do a good job or...not.

Good Luck

Originally Posted by FL 4Motion

Ei Racing. https://eiracing.com/

Different Derek (not sure why all Nissan mechanics are named Derek lol), but wife and I have been using our friend Derek for all our Nissan maintenance since 2009. He is the BEST Nissan mechanic in the country imo. And no that’s not hyperbole, dude can rebuild a gtr dct trans overnight with one hand tied behind his back. (Ok, the one handed part is hyperbole).

Thanks guys! Not so much a financial issue, but rather my car can't go 10 miles without the clutch pedal going soft and losing clutch fluid. And towing it there is going to cost a pretty penny (prob. more than the job itself lol).

And yes, the reviews and horror stories of Fever Racing is what's scaring me

Any chance ya'll want to make a trip to Tampa and help a fellow Z brother?