ballistic

Update to the above: Clutch was slipping: As you can see here

So time for an upgrade!

I went with the JWT high clamping force clutch pack (1200kg Clamping force good for 600ft lbs of torque) and the 14lb single mass flywheel. (OE is 28lb dual mass).

Still bedding in, but the clutch pedal is actually alot lighter and has a strong bite and nice feel. Biting point is low at the moment.

Had an issue with the slave cylinder during install,  so will be replacing that and installing the stainless steel clutch line at the same time soon.

The kit was purchased from Torqen, who were very helpful as always. I used some RBF660 brake fluid too.

The single mass flywheel is noisier than standard as expected, but doesn't bother me at all, the added responsiveness is very nice. Will add more details once its bedded in 

Looking forward to some dry weather 

New goodies:  

Pic i took the other day

Thanks guys. 

@Andy_Muxlow The kit costs about £230. Its from a company called Workshop 12 in Canada. 

The kit comes with everything you need. Loom with inline noise filter, Amp with 4 USB ports, Aux cables with ground loop isolator, tablet cradle and bezel. You have to supply your own tablet. I bought a used one from ebay for £100. My phone to creates a hotspot when im in the car for internet. 

The guys were nice to deal with and helpful.

Right: Ive had the terrible Bose system since ive owned the car, and being an import its even worse:

I dont listen to music much but i did really want a modern solution with good sat nav and intuitive interface. Something that would look modern and well integrated. 

So, out with the Bose

And in with the new

Its a purpose made kit to install a Galaxy Tab A 10.1" (or a Lenova i believe) into the Zed.

It ticks alot of boxes for me, the functionality and size of the tablet is just so nice compared to other options i considered. The app is designed for the tablet to be used in a car. It allows you to launch and control things easily with custom gestures etc. 

Was a pretty easy install and im very happy with it so far. The kit comes with an amp which has extra USB sockets for anything you might want to add,  DAB dongle, USB cable etc. 

The tablet is easily removable as the silver bezel is held on with strong magnets. Thus you can remove the tablet in a few seconds for security or to use it as a normal tablet if you want. 

The only problem i have, which seems common with head unit upgrades in the Zed, is a low but persistent buzzing noise. Seems to be something to do with the rear amp in the boot, But im not sure what to do to resolve it. 

Anyway let me know what you guys think!

FI ftw! 

I like the colour of those wheels. Have fun!

Some pics from last Fridays meet. Was a nice eve:

13 minutes ago, 350z NoobFace London said:

Anyone else here yet? Parked at Plaza (yellow) car park, middle floor row N. Grabbing a bite to eat while I wait.

here

18 hours ago, stevezzz said:

love the micra !!! does it do flames and pops 

Yea i think it did the works iirc. The owners labour of love.

You joining us tonight?

@350z NoobFace LondonBeen sending it around Insta. Will see if people bite. Did you get that roof wrap done then? 

@350z NoobFace London I also think the location is ok, for now at least. If we get the numbers up then maybe we can change in the future.

@Loadmaster You dont have to be on time, leaving at 7 will avoid all that

I think we should just stick to the time and location for now. Lets try to get something established first and go from there.

Please spread this around on your social medias etc:

@350z NoobFace London Sorry, yea i meant Fri 9th. Ive edited my post.

Im happy to switch to Sat if everyone wants to, i know what @Loadmaster means about Fri eve M25 traffic. I just want to get a regular thing going. 

Second Friday of the month coming up next week!

Whos down for another one:  Fri 09/07/21 7:30pm Yellow (Plaza) Car Park 

@350z noobface?

@Loadmaster?

@JinShim?

@GranTurismoEra, fancy making the trip down?

Awesome. Looks fantastic, looks like the gamble paid off. 

huh, theres one 20 mins from me. Didnt even know these existed lol

On 18/06/2021 at 20:19, Ian said:

it’s long gone unfortunately, wasn’t practical sinking money into it with a toddler to ferry about

 

building an R32 GTR from a bare shell at the moment which is a lot mor challenging than a Z

Thats too bad, but priorities and all that i guess. But, havnt you gone from one money sink to another 

@350Butcher I appreciate the kind words. Thats the intention, although im tempted to fit a spoiler, not sure which style.

Lol i was thinking, shall i msg Ian...

Hows your build going man?, any updates? I was following but i think ive lost it.

On 16/06/2021 at 18:31, 350Butcher said:

Really nice Z! Awesome wheels! 
 

any idea what offsets they are? I’m looking to run 9.5” on the front 

I had them a while and have forgotten the offsets TBH, sorry. Though im sure the info is out there, and above should help?

Thanks for the comments guys. 

followed ya. keep it up

Taken after the Zed Bluewater meet

No major changes recently. Bought and painted some fiberglass eyelids some months back. I couldn't make my mind up if i wanted to fit them or not, but they turned out nice so thought i would fit em and see how they look. Pretty happy with it, very aggressive.

Some pics of how it stands currently

Some other plans for the near future. An additional APS component + remap. And some other bits n bobs.

Had a good time on Friday night. Couple of Zeds turned up and we met another meet (Throttle ctrl). Hopefully we can up the numbers for the next one!

Took a couple pics:

2 hours ago, 350z NoobFace London said:

Awesome, just to confirm I am still going. Hopefully see you in a few hours mate. 

thanks for the confirmation. I will head down for 7:30 - 8. Coming from Woodford area.

Im gonna try join you. Hopefully its still going on, if not we can resurrect it 

Looking good. I have the same thoughts about the rear on my Z, thinking bumper tuck.

Btw what front splitter is that?