How many Z/G builds have you guys done?

At what kind of power levels?

Most travel far away to do big money builds. Without having a few solid ones and better prices on parts/labor, it will be hard to attract customers away from the good shops MD/VA have to offer.

 

I can think of 3..... besides me that is.

 

Am i one of 'em?

 

We have a 91 300Z that we have done for a long time, breaking over 900hp to the wheels that we built tuned and has gotten alot of publicity including Pinks all out top 16 at ZMax this year, custom fuel system, paddle shifting, tranni swaps, clearancing, tuning (via Haltech) who is also the president of the Carolina Z Club, 350z twin turbo installs and tunes via Utec, custom track packages for aero, brakes, etc. Performance Alignments, G35 n/a tunes via haltech, getting ready to do a procharger install on a G35. We have alot of performance experience, engine building, etc, for several platforms. We personally have a Subaru that we race in RTA, seen below making over 500awhp on 93 octane that we personally built, motor and all, sponsored by several major manufacturers including Cosworth.



Here is a quote from a client of ours that he posted on the Carolina Z Club forum. He owns a TT 350Z
"Wow! I now understand why Randy goes to Draco Performance for his engine and tuning work. Although it sucks that it's going to cost me more money, I have never felt happier. Now I know what's wrong with my car and how to finally fix it. Barry found several age related issues underneath the car. He found three exhaust leaks (one of which is venting directly onto my fuel lines), a bunch of loose bolts, and some melted wire covers.

Those finds are not the most impressive thing about my visit with Barry and Leslyn today. Without driving my car, or putting it on the dyno, he found and fixed the issue with the XXXX Performance tune (with just his laptop)! Apparently, with the UTEC, a tuner can adjust the entire rev range. XXXX tuned the 0 to 3800rpm range and the 5500 to 6400 range (WOT). Due to Barry's laptop adjustments, I can now down shift to increase my speed


I can't wait until he does the complete tune!"

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjHvv...layer_embedded

above is a link to a clip of the 300z that is pretty well known in the south east area that we do most of the work on!

 

I think it all depends. If you are reliable and cost effective and a generally great shop to deal with I personally would drive down south. I have done it consistently in the past. i am very particular with who touches my car. I have been burned here up north that that exact reason. I would rather drive a bit of a distance and get something fixed then have my car in and out of the shop someplace near me.

Everyone is different though. I do have a shop up here that I trust though. I have driven to Lexington, SC to Ultimate Audio and when I want a custom built stereo for my car or truck I will drive down there again so that those guys can continue to be my custom shop.

 

well now that you mention it that makes 4 but yes your build came to mind.....

 

well, my dues are paid, inquirey no longer necessary, i have created a new post consolidating the important information from this thread in to my "official vendor" thread.

Thanks everyone for being so responsive!