davey_83 Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 Can't beat Martin's work. Nice job chaps and those should now outlast the car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 6, 2021 Author Share Posted September 6, 2021 8 hours ago, dave_7 said: This is going on my to do list! Definitely worth it Also Definitely an arse of a job what other bushes have you done ?those z1 subframe collars for the rear make a fantastic difference and are super easy to install I think most of mine is pollybushed now bar a couple of bits 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_7 Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 16 hours ago, nissanman312 said: Definitely worth it Also Definitely an arse of a job what other bushes have you done ?those z1 subframe collars for the rear make a fantastic difference and are super easy to install I think most of mine is pollybushed now bar a couple of bits Sounds like a job to take my time over and do through the winter then. Yeah just the subframe collars, diff brace and diff bushing at the moment plus the bushings that come in the front and rear camber arms so still plenty left to do. Looking at chassis bracing as well, the price of the Soul function stuff is eye watering through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey_83 Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 On 04/09/2021 at 21:25, nissanman312 said: just need to wait to get into string theory on the 13th for the geo tweek as centre gravity are booked up for months to realy feel the benefit Surely you could have gone to the local Kwik Fit who have the same equipment as CG and ask them to align to the spec that CG gave with print out..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted September 7, 2021 Share Posted September 7, 2021 3 hours ago, davey_83 said: Surely you could have gone to the local Kwik Fit who have the same equipment as CG and ask them to align to the spec that CG gave with print out..... I could give a copy of my chicken with white wine and tarragon recipe to a penguin, but I’m not sure it would taste good Davey makes a good point though, I recently took mine to this lot, recommended to me from another forum, for a factory set up. They got me in quick and were well priced, they were aligning to pork factory specs but I’m certain they’d happily work to your spec sheet though. https://www.alineyourcar.co.uk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 8, 2021 Author Share Posted September 8, 2021 16 hours ago, davey_83 said: Surely you could have gone to the local Kwik Fit who have the same equipment as CG and ask them to align to the spec that CG gave with print out..... I suppose ypu are right but I have changed the ball joints on the camber arms up front as well so are they going to want to be on and off with wheels adjusting camber arms 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey_83 Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 Got yah fella, best leave it to the top boys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sim Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 On 07/09/2021 at 18:00, Stutopia said: I could give a copy of my chicken with white wine and tarragon recipe to a penguin, but I’m not sure it would taste good Davey makes a good point though, I recently took mine to this lot, recommended to me from another forum, for a factory set up. They got me in quick and were well priced, they were aligning to pork factory specs but I’m certain they’d happily work to your spec sheet though. https://www.alineyourcar.co.uk Pork Factory? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 5 hours ago, Sim said: Pork Factory? Porsche factory 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 10, 2021 Author Share Posted September 10, 2021 On 07/09/2021 at 13:36, dave_7 said: Sounds like a job to take my time over and do through the winter then. Yeah just the subframe collars, diff brace and diff bushing at the moment plus the bushings that come in the front and rear camber arms so still plenty left to do. Looking at chassis bracing as well, the price of the Soul function stuff is eye watering through. I dont know what your tool kit and skill set is but if you need any help speak to @350Butcher hes got the kit and the process nailed down and is always happy to help a nice chap out with a track oriented nismo for a few beer tokens Just a thought if you don't want to struggle with them That big bush is a pig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_7 Posted September 10, 2021 Share Posted September 10, 2021 8 hours ago, nissanman312 said: I dont know what your tool kit and skill set is but if you need any help speak to @350Butcher hes got the kit and the process nailed down and is always happy to help a nice chap out with a track oriented nismo for a few beer tokens Just a thought if you don't want to struggle with them That big bush is a pig Probably bang average really. I'd just take it off then take it into work to use the big boy press on it... unless im missing something? I follow @350Butcher's build thread... absolute mega car one of my favourites on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 10, 2021 Author Share Posted September 10, 2021 3 minutes ago, dave_7 said: Probably bang average really. I'd just take it off then take it into work to use the big boy press on it... unless im missing something? I follow @350Butcher's build thread... absolute mega car one of my favourites on here No not missing anything its just realy bloody awkward to get the arm in the press but sounds like you might have that coverd with yours ...it took all 10 tonne of Martins press The tricky part is getting in behind the collar I realy should of documented this for people ..I couldn't find anything on Google for it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 28, 2021 Author Share Posted September 28, 2021 Not much to report mods wise I had the geo set up at string theory prior to our Scotland trip I've added a few photos of the trip and the amazing roads we got to drive with minimal traffic The zed performed pretty dam well with bags of grip even in the wet on the mps4s . Even more grip was found when one of the guys with us who races played with everyone's tyre pressure constantly so that was eye opening I also got to spend the day driving my pals gt3 rs which ofcourse is on another level in performance but also in cost I have a plans for winter with the car as after this trip I have pretty much decided with the mods done to date not much out there offers the price vs performance for me 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Nice shots 🆒 Love the nerdy stuff, what did you learn about pressures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 28, 2021 Author Share Posted September 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Stutopia said: Nice shots 🆒 Love the nerdy stuff, what did you learn about pressures? Cheers stu For the most part we were all starting the day off a little to high and then we just kept nipping a bit out of them to keep them on point. Just need to remember to check them each morning when they are cold But even when its raining and you don't think they would generate much heat or presure they do. Possibly nothing new to most but I was surprised how much you could keep nipping a bit out of them to keep them on point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey_83 Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 Great pictures and a wonderful experience, looked a very nice gaggle of cars too - nothing FWD 😛 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 20 hours ago, nissanman312 said: Cheers stu For the most part we were all starting the day off a little to high and then we just kept nipping a bit out of them to keep them on point. Just need to remember to check them each morning when they are cold But even when its raining and you don't think they would generate much heat or presure they do. Possibly nothing new to most but I was surprised how much you could keep nipping a bit out of them to keep them on point The Cayman is the first car I have had with TPMS up on the dash, I was amazed at how much it fluctuates depending on conditions and the way I am driving. On a recent track day I went out at the "performance" pressure of 33psi and was shocked to see them climb up to 40, relatively quickly. I always thought it would only be 2-3 psi changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted September 29, 2021 Author Share Posted September 29, 2021 2 hours ago, Stutopia said: The Cayman is the first car I have had with TPMS up on the dash, I was amazed at how much it fluctuates depending on conditions and the way I am driving. On a recent track day I went out at the "performance" pressure of 33psi and was shocked to see them climb up to 40, relatively quickly. I always thought it would only be 2-3 psi changes. Yeah exactly that its definitely worth keeping a little gauge to hand if you're out for a play Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 (edited) It's been a while but I've got a new mod ☺️ I did a track day a few months ago and the stock brakes although ok didn't really allow me to keep lapping so I've gone for a mega upgrade and one which I may make available to anyone else interested. It consists of the ap 5000r 6 pot caliper brackets and bells to suit either 350 or 370 and a set of used btcc j hook discs and pads all for less than a set of Chinese brakes . If anyone I'd interested keep following and I'll have more fitted pictures soon and prices tbc but for now here's a little sneak peak Edited January 29, 2022 by nissanman312 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrison140 Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 I would be interested to know more about this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted January 30, 2022 Author Share Posted January 30, 2022 7 hours ago, harrison140 said: I would be interested to know more about this Once they are on and working I'll let everyone know what it's cost Got a little wait for brackets and bells now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_7 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 On 29/01/2022 at 18:12, nissanman312 said: It's been a while but I've got a new mod ☺️ I did a track day a few months ago and the stock brakes although ok didn't really allow me to keep lapping so I've gone for a mega upgrade and one which I may make available to anyone else interested. It consists of the ap 5000r 6 pot caliper brackets and bells to suit either 350 or 370 and a set of used btcc j hook discs and pads all for less than a set of Chinese brakes . If anyone I'd interested keep following and I'll have more fitted pictures soon and prices tbc but for now here's a little sneak peak This is mega! 👌 Very jealous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted March 30, 2022 Author Share Posted March 30, 2022 (edited) Brackets and bells arrived along with some PFC Z rated pads for the road so it's time to get them fitted up Fitted pictures to follow Edited March 31, 2022 by nissanman312 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey_83 Posted April 1, 2022 Share Posted April 1, 2022 These look MEGA!!! Looking forward to the install update. Popping your track cheery also, fair play. Pushing ones car on track is sooooo different to on road, can actually lean on the chassis and see what's underneath you. @Charlie Boy you need to follow this 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted April 2, 2022 Author Share Posted April 2, 2022 (edited) All fitted up big thanks to @350Butcher for his expertise once again He got to test them out first ofcourse. We weighed pads calipers and discs to find just shy of 6kg weight saving per side over stock set up . and with the anti rattle springs fitted along with pad retention clips they have perfect road manners for a Motorsport set up With the added stopping power and ability to perform over and over without getting to hot I'd say that's a win win situation of anyone fancys a set let me know I'm going to put a few kits together. 😁 Edited April 3, 2022 by nissanman312 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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