Florida tuners

Elmo370z · 11-18-2014, 03:06 PM

I live in the Tampa area and was wondering if anyone knows of a decent tuner in the area or within a 3 hour radius. I'm not looking to be a dyno queen.

LostSol · 11-18-2014, 03:16 PM

ZTuner, NOT ZFever

Elmo370z · 11-19-2014, 12:56 PM

Anyone know of a guy named martin around tampa?

LostSol · 11-19-2014, 01:19 PM

Martin is at zfever. dont go there. bad bad news. Call ZTuner, theyre right in Tampa

Jordo! · 11-19-2014, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elmo370z

Anyone know of a guy named martin around tampa?

I do -- a very good friend of mine -- and I can tell you he is the only guy you should be going to.

Z fever need not be involved, but I have never had anything but good results there...

Schedule with Martin for tuning and Proven Power for the dyno if you wish -- the gents at PP are great

PM me.

Juan@Fontana · 12-05-2014, 03:41 PM

look for Billet Design Motorsports, they are near by. Marco Manzie is the owner and a very reputable guy. they mainly deal with GTR's and Skylines but also very talented with the Z cars. he is more than capable of taking good care of you. Tell em Juan from Fontana Nissan sent you.

-Juan

Zoren 370 · 12-05-2014, 04:50 PM

Anyone else here can attest to BilletDesign aside from Juan?
Im also looking for a good tuner in FL.

Jordo! · 12-05-2014, 07:02 PM

I don't know what people's issues are with Z fever, but again, Martin Struk is NOT Z Fever.

Google RSenthalpy. He does his own work and specializes in Nissans. Whatever horror stories there are about Z Fever, I would be absolutely astounded if Martin was involved.

I've known the guy for about a DECADE, and I can attest to his knowledge and skill in tuning and engine building (as can many, many folk here and abroad). Also, he tuned my VVEL when hardly anyone knew what they were doing with that and we made excellent power gains -- search for my Proven Power Dyno Thread.

Mention me or don't if you contact him -- I don't get kick backs on this. But I do a TON of testing and tuning, know virtually all of the tuners in Tampa either personally or indirectly, and I'd be astounded to find one of them who wouldn't recommend Martin (whether or not they were fans of Z Fever -- my direct dealings with the shop as an entity is more limited, but certainly positive).

As when I post tons and tons of info, dynos, etc, I'm just calling attention to this for the geeky love of data and sharing useful info for folks on tuning, so... whoever you go with, good luck

FWIW: For anyone in the area with a Nissan, I'd say go with Martin + Proven Power's dyno and techs as the preferred option If you are leery of Z fever (again, I've had no issues), or if you go to Z Fever, hang out so you are sure only Martin touches your car, use their dyno and you will be fine

ViCiouS · 12-10-2014, 01:15 PM

Ztuner - Harry - Bradenton - doesn't necessarily go for max power, tunes a little conservative (he told me this in a conversation)
ZFever - Martin - Tampa - have heard it go both ways
Proven Power - Martin - only heard good things

From what I've heard about ZFever, it seems like an issue with how much time is dedicated to the tune and if Martin is the only one to touch the car or not. For example fi they are super busy with projects, they slack off. (from what i've heard). I had them install my TPs and CBE due to stuck bolts (that I couldn't get) and had a good experience.

I am also deciding who to go to for my tune.

Zrider79 · 01-06-2015, 03:37 PM

Looking to do the same soon...my intent was to research the best tuner in area. Seems Martin at Proven power is favored with you Tampa guys.

Zoren 370 · 01-06-2015, 03:46 PM

There are 2 Martins?

xxAGAVExx · 01-06-2015, 04:43 PM

Subd, I need to get a tune too

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wsarver · 01-06-2015, 05:14 PM

I probably should as well but I'm concerned about warranties. Fidelity seems to send an adjuster every time I get any warranty work done.

Zoren 370 · 01-06-2015, 05:39 PM

I think it would only concern warranty issues if your claiming something would require engine ecu checks. Other than that its fine even if you claim for a csc warranty work there is no way dealers would mess with your EcU.

Zrider79 · 01-13-2015, 02:33 PM

No other comments have been made, so I guess Martin @ proven power is my best bet.

11-18-2014, 03:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
Elmo370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: st. petersburg Posts: 5,709 Drives: 09 nissan 370z Sp M6 Rep Power: 295378	Florida tuners I live in the Tampa area and was wondering if anyone knows of a decent tuner in the area or within a 3 hour radius. I'm not looking to be a dyno queen.

11-18-2014, 03:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
LostSol Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,021 Drives: 2010 370z 40th A.E. Rep Power: 15	ZTuner, NOT ZFever Elmo370z likes this. __________________ 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition #762/1000 \| Forgestar \| Michelin \| Swift \| TRS \| Z Speed \| ARK \| Z1 \| Hawk \| CFE \| Evo-R \| GTMat \| Stillen \| Seibon \| Whiteline \| Pioneer \|

11-19-2014, 01:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
LostSol Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,021 Drives: 2010 370z 40th A.E. Rep Power: 15	Martin is at zfever. dont go there. bad bad news. Call ZTuner, theyre right in Tampa __________________ 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition #762/1000 \| Forgestar \| Michelin \| Swift \| TRS \| Z Speed \| ARK \| Z1 \| Hawk \| CFE \| Evo-R \| GTMat \| Stillen \| Seibon \| Whiteline \| Pioneer \|

12-05-2014, 07:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jordo! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: nirvana Posts: 6,394 Drives: 2023 NATM Rep Power: 418	I don't know what people's issues are with Z fever, but again, Martin Struk is NOT Z Fever. Google RSenthalpy. He does his own work and specializes in Nissans. Whatever horror stories there are about Z Fever, I would be absolutely astounded if Martin was involved. I've known the guy for about a DECADE, and I can attest to his knowledge and skill in tuning and engine building (as can many, many folk here and abroad). Also, he tuned my VVEL when hardly anyone knew what they were doing with that and we made excellent power gains -- search for my Proven Power Dyno Thread. Mention me or don't if you contact him -- I don't get kick backs on this. But I do a TON of testing and tuning, know virtually all of the tuners in Tampa either personally or indirectly, and I'd be astounded to find one of them who wouldn't recommend Martin (whether or not they were fans of Z Fever -- my direct dealings with the shop as an entity is more limited, but certainly positive). As when I post tons and tons of info, dynos, etc, I'm just calling attention to this for the geeky love of data and sharing useful info for folks on tuning, so... whoever you go with, good luck FWIW: For anyone in the area with a Nissan, I'd say go with Martin + Proven Power's dyno and techs as the preferred option If you are leery of Z fever (again, I've had no issues), or if you go to Z Fever, hang out so you are sure only Martin touches your car, use their dyno and you will be fine Elmo370z likes this. __________________ Enjoy it. Destroy it. Last edited by Jordo!; 12-05-2014 at 07:08 PM.

12-10-2014, 01:15 PM	#9 (permalink)
ViCiouS Base Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 207 Drives: '14 981 Cayman S Rep Power: 12	Ztuner - Harry - Bradenton - doesn't necessarily go for max power, tunes a little conservative (he told me this in a conversation) ZFever - Martin - Tampa - have heard it go both ways Proven Power - Martin - only heard good things From what I've heard about ZFever, it seems like an issue with how much time is dedicated to the tune and if Martin is the only one to touch the car or not. For example fi they are super busy with projects, they slack off. (from what i've heard). I had them install my TPs and CBE due to stuck bolts (that I couldn't get) and had a good experience. I am also deciding who to go to for my tune. Elmo370z likes this. __________________ 2014 Cayman S - Daily and Track - PDK \| PSE \| SC \| PCM \| H&R \| HRE 2009 Ducati 848 - Weekend and Track - HMF \| Ohlins \| Microtec \| Woodcraft \| ASV 2010 370z Sport - SOLD - KWv3 \| SPC \| Stance Wheels \| Z1 \| Stillen \| FI \| Takeda \| Uprev

11-19-2014, 12:56 PM	#3 (permalink)
Elmo370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: st. petersburg Posts: 5,709 Drives: 09 nissan 370z Sp M6 Rep Power: 295378	Anyone know of a guy named martin around tampa?

12-05-2014, 03:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
Juan@Fontana Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Fontana Posts: 315 Drives: Z32 Rep Power: 21	look for Billet Design Motorsports, they are near by. Marco Manzie is the owner and a very reputable guy. they mainly deal with GTR's and Skylines but also very talented with the Z cars. he is more than capable of taking good care of you. Tell em Juan from Fontana Nissan sent you. -Juan

12-05-2014, 04:50 PM	#7 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913653	Anyone else here can attest to BilletDesign aside from Juan? Im also looking for a good tuner in FL.

01-06-2015, 03:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 15	Looking to do the same soon...my intent was to research the best tuner in area. Seems Martin at Proven power is favored with you Tampa guys. __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

01-06-2015, 03:46 PM	#11 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913653	There are 2 Martins?

01-06-2015, 04:43 PM	#12 (permalink)
xxAGAVExx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,036 Drives: 09 370Z BLK M6 Rep Power: 53924	Subd, I need to get a tune too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ l 09/6MT l BP Twin Turbo Kit l E-85 w/Fuel Return l FI 18" Res CF CBE l Powertrix Ultra-Lite Coilovers l Wavetrac LSD \| Lots of SPL and Carbon Fiber \|

01-06-2015, 05:14 PM	#13 (permalink)
wsarver Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 115 Drives: 2015 Silverado Rep Power: 12	I probably should as well but I'm concerned about warranties. Fidelity seems to send an adjuster every time I get any warranty work done.

01-06-2015, 05:39 PM	#14 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913653	I think it would only concern warranty issues if your claiming something would require engine ecu checks. Other than that its fine even if you claim for a csc warranty work there is no way dealers would mess with your EcU.

01-13-2015, 02:33 PM	#15 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 15	No other comments have been made, so I guess Martin @ proven power is my best bet. __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

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