Houston Recommended Shops

guru · 01-10-2013, 03:15 AM

ron over at jtran just did my header and test pipes install and i couldnt have been happier. he is very meticulous and methodical while he works. tune from johnny was on point. i would recommend jtran. they have worked on quite a few 370z here in town.

Robert_K · 03-21-2013, 08:17 AM

Just wanted to share two great experiences with Tony at Deviate Motoring in Houston. He help me with the purchase of my HRE P43SC wheels for my 2003 Nissan 350Z. And just yesterday I placed an order for a set of Forgeline MD3P wheels for my 2012 Infiniti G37S. He has helped numerous customers with getting wheels for their; Vipers, Vettes, Camaros, Lambo's, Ferrari's, and GT-R's to name a few.

So if you're in the market for some wheels give him a holler! He sells the following;

360 Forged, ADV.1, Axiom, Bespoke, Bonspeed, Boze Alloys, Cor Forged, D2 Forged, DPE, Fikse, Forgeline, Forgestar, HRE, iForged, Modulare, Modular Concept, Nutek, Rushforth, System Forged

O&G · 04-17-2013, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Nissanboy

I'd stay far away from J Tran if I were you. Don't need to criticize more but I've seen many cars destroyed by him. I would personally recommend AwesomeZ or Kozmic Motorsports. Tell them Rambo sent you

Troll trying to get business for other shops. Ron and JTran have built more cars and bikes than both those shops combined. I've known Johnny for over 10 years and he does great work with plenty of happy customers. AwesomeZ does good work and I don't know wtf Kozmic is and Rambo...really...nuff said!

Chuck33079 · 04-17-2013, 03:56 PM

Kosmic is the new name for SSP. Threw me off at first too.

O&G · 04-17-2013, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Kosmic is the new name for SSP. Threw me off at first too.

Everyone I knew @ SSP now works @ D3 Performance Engineering, who does top notch fab work. Good to know, thanks!

Team_Kengai · 04-27-2013, 01:59 PM

anyone know of a good shop in houston area that can install full amuse kit ( front,side,rear,wing ) and paint it to match my 40th Anniversary 370z??

Robert_K · 04-27-2013, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Team_Kengai

anyone know of a good shop in houston area that can install full amuse kit ( front,side,rear,wing ) and paint it to match my 40th Anniversary 370z??

Richey's Collision. Best in town.

wstar · 04-27-2013, 03:55 PM

What about a cage builder that can do roughly SCCA/NASA spec rollcages at reasonable rates? I've found a few random ones in the actual Houston area, but no real idea how good they are. Had a few recommendations on known-good ones, but they're all a significant drive from Houston.

O&G · 04-27-2013, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by wstar

What about a cage builder that can do roughly SCCA/NASA spec rollcages at reasonable rates? I've found a few random ones in the actual Houston area, but no real idea how good they are. Had a few recommendations on known-good ones, but they're all a significant drive from Houston.

D3 Peformance Engineering does great work, but its probably not cheep. I know a guy through JTran that builds off road/baja style trucks who does great cage work. You could even buy an aftermarket cage and get some one to weld it in for you. Ill be doing one of these options in the near future.

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Team_Kengai · 04-27-2013, 08:02 PM

richeys seems a little far for me... any places around sw houston ? katy? or sugarland? that could do a great job?

abm89 · 06-18-2013, 12:50 PM

I just got a quote from AwesomeZ to install a Stillen Anti-rollbar kit and Eibach springs.

$320. I will let anyone know how it goes if there is interest.

Chuck33079 · 06-18-2013, 12:54 PM

If that includes alignment, that's pretty good. If it doesn't, that's just alright.

abm89 · 06-18-2013, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

If that includes alignment, that's pretty good. If it doesn't, that's just alright.

The rep I spoke to said that is with an alignment. I'm pretty stoked about this!

Chuck33079 · 06-18-2013, 01:04 PM

Considering the cost of an alignment either way, I'd hapily drop a couple hundred bucks to avoid doing springs myself. The sway bars are a 30 minute job I'd DIY, but they've got to come off to do the springs anyway. Might as well let them handle it. FYI- I've got the Eibachs and I needed a camber kit in the rear to get it aligned in spec. I ended up doing F/R camber kits and toe bolts. Just don't be shocked if they can't get it dialed in 100%.

abm89 · 06-18-2013, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Considering the cost of an alignment either way, I'd hapily drop a couple hundred bucks to avoid doing springs myself. The sway bars are a 30 minute job I'd DIY, but they've got to come off to do the springs anyway. Might as well let them handle it. FYI- I've got the Eibachs and I needed a camber kit in the rear to get it aligned in spec. I ended up doing F/R camber kits and toe bolts. Just don't be shocked if they can't get it dialed in 100%.

Thanks for the heads up. I'm okay with slightly more negative camber than stock in the rears.

I have no shame to admit that I am horrible at working on cars, so I'm probably going to let them do the work. I've always been better at driving.

01-10-2013, 03:15 AM	#31 (permalink)
guru Track Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: houston,tx Posts: 597 Drives: 2011 magblack 370z Rep Power: 14	ron over at jtran just did my header and test pipes install and i couldnt have been happier. he is very meticulous and methodical while he works. tune from johnny was on point. i would recommend jtran. they have worked on quite a few 370z here in town. O&G likes this. __________________ JTRAN_MOTORSPORTS/GREDDY/MOTORDYNE/ACTION_CLUTCH/MEISTER_R/FORGESTAR/SPL/HOTCHKIS/SEIBON/KOGNITION/RECARO/CARBOTECH/STILLEN/PASSWORD_JDM

03-21-2013, 08:17 AM	#32 (permalink)
Robert_K A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Spring, TX/Iraq Posts: 1,281 Drives: '12 Forgeline G37S Rep Power: 18	Just wanted to share two great experiences with Tony at Deviate Motoring in Houston. He help me with the purchase of my HRE P43SC wheels for my 2003 Nissan 350Z. And just yesterday I placed an order for a set of Forgeline MD3P wheels for my 2012 Infiniti G37S. He has helped numerous customers with getting wheels for their; Vipers, Vettes, Camaros, Lambo's, Ferrari's, and GT-R's to name a few. So if you're in the market for some wheels give him a holler! He sells the following; 360 Forged, ADV.1, Axiom, Bespoke, Bonspeed, Boze Alloys, Cor Forged, D2 Forged, DPE, Fikse, Forgeline, Forgestar, HRE, iForged, Modulare, Modular Concept, Nutek, Rushforth, System Forged __________________ '12 G37S Forgeline, '03 Built TT 350Z HRE (Sold!) http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m...psc7a6dc53.jpg

04-17-2013, 03:56 PM	#34 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	Kosmic is the new name for SSP. Threw me off at first too. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

04-27-2013, 03:55 PM	#38 (permalink)
wstar A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,024 Drives: too slow Rep Power: 3594	What about a cage builder that can do roughly SCCA/NASA spec rollcages at reasonable rates? I've found a few random ones in the actual Houston area, but no real idea how good they are. Had a few recommendations on known-good ones, but they're all a significant drive from Houston. __________________ 7AT Track Car! Journal thread / Car setup details

06-18-2013, 12:50 PM	#41 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,383 Drives: 11 370Z \| 24 EL450 Rep Power: 64763	I'm late to the party: I just got a quote from AwesomeZ to install a Stillen Anti-rollbar kit and Eibach springs. $320. I will let anyone know how it goes if there is interest. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build

04-27-2013, 01:59 PM	#36 (permalink)
Team_Kengai Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Houston Tx Posts: 24 Drives: 2010 370z 40th Rep Power: 12	anyone know of a good shop in houston area that can install full amuse kit ( front,side,rear,wing ) and paint it to match my 40th Anniversary 370z??

04-27-2013, 08:02 PM	#40 (permalink)
Team_Kengai Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Houston Tx Posts: 24 Drives: 2010 370z 40th Rep Power: 12	richeys seems a little far for me... any places around sw houston ? katy? or sugarland? that could do a great job?

06-18-2013, 12:54 PM	#42 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	If that includes alignment, that's pretty good. If it doesn't, that's just alright. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

06-18-2013, 01:04 PM	#44 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	Considering the cost of an alignment either way, I'd hapily drop a couple hundred bucks to avoid doing springs myself. The sway bars are a 30 minute job I'd DIY, but they've got to come off to do the springs anyway. Might as well let them handle it. FYI- I've got the Eibachs and I needed a camber kit in the rear to get it aligned in spec. I ended up doing F/R camber kits and toe bolts. Just don't be shocked if they can't get it dialed in 100%. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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