DETROIT Z (meets and events)
Scott, actually I am missing some as well...
WEird they always seem to disappear.
Deepu you don't need an alignemtn man your car is BRAND NEW.
Just buy a helmet and go to the autocross. Let us know which one your thinking. DON'T buy a used helmet
You will do fine its one of the safest ways to "race" your car.
Rob will show you the ropes. I might come out to watch if the thing I am doing that day falls through.
WEird they always seem to disappear.
Deepu you don't need an alignemtn man your car is BRAND NEW.
Just buy a helmet and go to the autocross. Let us know which one your thinking. DON'T buy a used helmet
You will do fine its one of the safest ways to "race" your car.
Rob will show you the ropes. I might come out to watch if the thing I am doing that day falls through.
Autocrossing is a VERY safe way to get used to your car and high performance driving! Its the best starter to move into track racing. You will learn all your core skills there. I autocrossed for four years before moving up into track racing and all my instructors have always told me that I excel at the chicanes. A direct correlation to autoX'ing!
And your starting off with a FUN car to autocross with!
Big courses are a lot of fun with a Z.
Anyone wanting to jump into our Gingerman run in May should join up!
http://www.greatlakeslotus.com
Our instructors are the tip top! and your racing with other drivers that want to help you excel rather than beating you through a turn... Plus its all high end cars
makes ya feel safer than just the random Xceedspeed kid out there for the first time.
And your starting off with a FUN car to autocross with!
Big courses are a lot of fun with a Z. Anyone wanting to jump into our Gingerman run in May should join up!
http://www.greatlakeslotus.com
Our instructors are the tip top! and your racing with other drivers that want to help you excel rather than beating you through a turn... Plus its all high end cars
makes ya feel safer than just the random Xceedspeed kid out there for the first time.
Yup Misha is his Gf. He really take cares of people and Exotic coatings do really good work by friend had his done there and came out pretty good and he even did his engine cover aswell. You guys might knw him. His name is Kenny and these days he is driving the mazdaspeed 6.
Yup Misha is his Gf. He really take cares of people and Exotic coatings do really good work by friend had his done there and came out pretty good and he even did his engine cover aswell. You guys might knw him. His name is Kenny and these days he is driving the mazdaspeed 6.
I looked at Exotic Coatings' website and was blown away with the options. Now I wonder what translucent black would look like over high quality chrome. I see potential here.
How much did they charge you for the alignment at Auto Europe? I am wondering if I should get a lifetime alignment package at Birdgestone?
There are threads on this issue in the NISMO section where if you let them know before hand they will be careful enough. Also, there was a case where some guy's wheel was scratched at a chain tire store (forgot which one it was) and the company paid to get the wheel's re-coated to factory finish.
There are threads on this issue in the NISMO section where if you let them know before hand they will be careful enough. Also, there was a case where some guy's wheel was scratched at a chain tire store (forgot which one it was) and the company paid to get the wheel's re-coated to factory finish.
I also had Firestone damage my wheels while getting new tires. They replaced my wheels.
I've had good luck at Discount tire -- I make sure to let them know that the wheels scratch easily.
Derrick, won't have the new Z in time, but hopefully later on in the summer
Ali, good for you man you gotta post up some pics when you get the wheels on the car man!! Whats the word on the Y-pipe
You really should just sell the SRS and just buy a cat back, get some testpipes and do it all at once...Its just the easiest way to make everything fit up.
Ali, good for you man you gotta post up some pics when you get the wheels on the car man!! Whats the word on the Y-pipe
You really should just sell the SRS and just buy a cat back, get some testpipes and do it all at once...Its just the easiest way to make everything fit up.
This is partly why I bought my sockets from Depot. Not as good but black sockets stick out when mixed with others.
I'll check my bag again. I was using a 10mm on Ali's pop-charger.
I'll check my bag again. I was using a 10mm on Ali's pop-charger.
hey guys, i just went through and organized my toolbox (sockets), and saw i seem to be missing 3 craftsman sockets. no big deal - we were all mixing and matching tools to the the jobs done. it's nothing to replace them... just thought i'd check to see if someone had extras first.
i'm missing:
- 14mm deep well socket (3/8" drive)
- 14mm regular socket (3/8" drive)
- 17mm regular socket (1/2" drive)
if you could check for extras the next time you're around your tools, i'd appreciate it. if not - again, no big deal.
i'm missing:
- 14mm deep well socket (3/8" drive)
- 14mm regular socket (3/8" drive)
- 17mm regular socket (1/2" drive)
if you could check for extras the next time you're around your tools, i'd appreciate it. if not - again, no big deal.
craftsman - 7/16
and a no brand - 11mm
Yea Brian i remmber we were useing that 10mm on my car i'll duble check my trunk.
Sorry Rob
That spot always gets me... Cuz I know I can't lift! But you just have to trust the car to swoop down it! I promise you will enjoy any GLLC event.
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Gentlemen, got the link to the photos from AJ and Jess. Figured I'd add a note and say thanks to all. I had a blast working on the cars. Definitely good times (and good cupcakes) w/ a good group of people.
I'll check w/ my calendar (ie fiance) and see if we have anything going the weekend of that autox...definitely interested in trying out the new grocery getter.
Anytime you guys need another bolt breaker, let me know. If I can make it, I will.
Aaron
I'll check w/ my calendar (ie fiance) and see if we have anything going the weekend of that autox...definitely interested in trying out the new grocery getter.
Anytime you guys need another bolt breaker, let me know. If I can make it, I will.
Aaron
Just put on wheels today!!
VOLK SF-Challenge
19X9.5 Front
19X10.5 Rear
But the rear stick out way too much i hit a bump today and the rear fender scraped a little. Guess i gotta get a stiffer suspension
VOLK SF-Challenge
19X9.5 Front
19X10.5 Rear
But the rear stick out way too much i hit a bump today and the rear fender scraped a little. Guess i gotta get a stiffer suspension
Last edited by amsyed84; Apr 13, 2009 at 08:56 PM.
What offsets are you running and what size tires? You have a +17 or +18 in the rear? If so, you may need to have your fenders rolled or cut to stop the rubbing. Also, need to lower that Z and maybe put some negative camber on the rear wheels. Looks good though.
