A&Q about 350Z
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Dammit!!! We lost yet another Z magazine. I just read on their website that Sport Z Magazine is shutting down. It does say that at will be replaced by Nissan Sport which will be done by some of the Sport Z employees. I JUST renewed my subscription for two more years too. Click Here to get to their website.
Jeff
Northville, Michigan
'78 280 10:1 CR, Web Racing cam, Arizona Z Car header, urethane bushings, Tokico springs, Illumina struts, Panasports, Maxima alternator
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WOW
I did liked the magazine
but why??
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'74 2+2 -- MSA sway bars, Illuminas, Eibach Progressive, Energy Suspension
L28 with MN47, 240Z rods, milled down dished pistons (11.6:1 CR) and 240sx tranny
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committing suicide in small managable payments
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Damn, I just renewed also! Guess I'll hold onto the last 5 years worth of editions, maybe collectables someday.
1991 300ZX N/A Slicktop
1970 240Z
Post Edited (Jun 21, 7:33pm)
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And all those clubs that made members buy as a condition of membership in the club (even if you are---er, were---getting a subscription from another club's membership dues...
Bummer.
People Are Idiots, Just look around here and you will see!
Tony D: "Knowledgeable but Caustic"... rationull
My brother from another mother calls himself "Willie D"
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That's just plain sad.
1972 240z w/L28, tokico shocks and springs, and a 5 speed waiting. Also running high performance ultra mega blinker fluid, that's at least an extra 50hp to the wheels.
1987 Toyota Supra Turbo 5-speed. Belongs to me until my friend get's back from Iraq.
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YORGO hope subcription to Tractor Quarterly still coming...
You be the baddest mo' fo'...
_____________________
Me YORGO...You Not
Post Edited (Jun 21, 8:17pm)
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Is YORGO spikeing his vodka with .45 Malt Liquor or Mad Dog 80?
Ed and Jeanne's
ZXelda 1981 280 ZXT: ZXena 1990 300 ZX
1941 Buick Special Sedanette (Betty)
1956 Dodge Royal (Dorothy)
1971 Buick Riviera (Rita)
1975 Ford F-150 Stepside (Fiona)
1992 Firebird (Frieda)
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When the new one does come out, every one will have to keep in mind that it won't be for z's alone. So get ready for all of nissan produced motor sport cars and different events, yes drifting is coming to a magazine near you.
In other words, stop your bitchen* and hope Robert Bell well and luck to the new magazine endevour.
--Denver 6-29-1999 1st post.
82 280zxt 4 spd auto
73 240z--lsd, cv axles
ferget donations, I'm into blackmail.
spindle pin puller for sale.
I can't believe some people spend $15 on shifter bushings in the B trans
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When that came up for vote with the zccc they voted against it. I don't know if it was a mandatory subscription with the dues for each member or voluntary. If it was mandatory I can see why they voted it down. On the other hand, I would not have minded getting the magazine at less than regular subscription prices.
--Denver 6-29-1999 1st post.
82 280zxt 4 spd auto
73 240z--lsd, cv axles
ferget donations, I'm into blackmail.
spindle pin puller for sale.
I can't believe some people spend $15 on shifter bushings in the B trans
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I think I just renewed for 5 years last month!!
Phil
1981 280zxt
5-speed conversion,3.9 R200,Eibach springs,Tokico struts,Energy Suspension,K&N CAI,AutoMeter A/F, Boost, Fuel Gauges,Cusco Strut Bar,Greddy B Spec II boost control,Jeffp 3in mandrel exhaust,Magnaflow,Spearco Cooler, HKS BOV, 10 psi
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I made it two years with Sport Z, then gave up. I have about zero interest in 350Z and seems like that's what they should have renamed the mag after awhile. Also didn't like 'married to the mod' that droned on for months over what could easily have been a single article — again about a car I don't care about. There was a distinct vacuum when it came to early Z cars, and the articles that were there were sometimes pretty thin. I recall one on drilling out the spot welds in a 280ZX battery tray so you could slather it with Por 15. This is an ARTICLE?
I realize they couldn't please everybody, but hey, I've worked in the magazine industry for 25 years. You win some, you lose some. They lost me.
'76 280Z driver, '75 parts car
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I wonder if there is anyway to get our money back for those of us who just signed on for the 5 year subscription. I'm not really interested in getting this new mag Nissan sport if it's going to be all Nissans and not dedicated to Z's. I'll have to try and call them up tomarrow. I just hope their phones are still on.
1977 280z: Intake, exhaust, high flow cat, header, euro damper, cam, MSD, adj. FPR, 3.7 lsd, F+R sway+strut bars, 2580lbs
1984 300zx: intake, exhuast, high flow cat, headers, JWT ECU, F+R sway bars, F strut bar
06 WRX TR
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If you paid by credit card I'm sure a charge back would work just fine?
85' 300ZX NA
86' 300ZX Turbo
88' 300ZX Turbo
89' 300ZX Turbo
300ZX Turbo Project
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Ok guys, the magazine content is still going to be Z oriented. We will be expanding pages to add more cars like the roadsters, 510, 240sx's and yes newer cars and trucks. But not to the point where the Z is going to be pushed aside. We're expanding so that we can continue to cover the Z.
ALL subscriptions will be honored by us. There will still be Partner Clubs and coverage of Z events just like in SZM. The alternative to us taking over where SZM left off would have been everyone losing there subscription money had SZM just closed it's doors.
The new magazine is still 98% the same when it comes to the staff.
Darrel, there is a lot more to the reasons why ZCCC did not become a partner club. Give me a call and I'll fill you in. You have my number. Darrel, does this mean i have to give you back your spindle puller? You know i can always write a bad review the next time. lol
Tony, you of all people. You are aware that we don't take money from a club member if he/she has a duel membership with other clubs. You are talking about ZCCIV and Group Z. You did get your refund check from me didn't you.
As employee's of SZM, we could have all walked away like MS did with ZCCD and let everybody complain about how they were ripped off. Instead we are willing to take the hit and honor all SZM subcriptions so that anyone that has an existing 1, 2, 3, or 5 year sub will get every issue due them.
I didn't stop being a Z guy just because the magazine changed it's name. There will always be Z stuff in every issue.
JR, I guess you never got a chance to read Joe Demers articles. They are far from fluff. Email me your mailing address and I'll send those copies. You are right, I learned 6 years ago (when SZM started) that we can't please everyone but it won't stop me from trying.
Zolorin, the main reason for SZM shutting down and Nissan Sport taking it's place was due to lack of support from the community. This is not meant to be a critizism, just a fact. JR should be able to tell you since he has been in the magazine business for 25 years that a niche magazine isn't a big money making venture. You must have support from the marjority of the community. We were able to keep SZM going for 5+ years in spite of that due to advertising. We had a lot of support from Z related advertisers and they also plan to continue that support with Nissan Sport.
I would like to think that before you all call for our heads, that you'll give us a chance to prove that we can pick up where SZM left off.
Questions or concerns, feel free to email at arts@nissansportmag.com.
Art Singer
Associate Publisher
Nissan Sport
PS: you can go over to this link:
http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22068
and read more from Dave Bexfield on the details of Nissan Sport.
73 240Z - Nissan Sport project car
Post Edited (Jun 21, 11:16pm)
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Art, I know I don't know the whole story with the zccc or how the member clubs. I wouldn't have minded if the club would have voted for it to get the subcription at cost. But I guess they had their reasons.
I am insulted that you think I want to ask for the spindle pin tool back. :-P That is your's and you know it. You wrote up a nice article about it. And I still get emails from people asking for more information.
There will always be people that whine because they dont' think a magazine has enough coverage of their model car. Ask a 350z owner **whine you don't have enough coverage of my car*. a s30 owne**whine you don't have enough coverage of my car* 280zx owneer--**whine you don't have enough coverage of my car*. z-31--- **whine you don't have enough coverage of my car*. z32--**whine you don't have enough coverage of my car*
I will still continue to support a magazine that covers the Z. It's a bonus now that there will be coverage of roadsters and other nissans.
--Denver 6-29-1999 1st post.
82 280zxt 4 spd auto
73 240z--lsd, cv axles
ferget donations, I'm into blackmail.
spindle pin puller for sale.
I can't believe some people spend $15 on shifter bushings in the B trans
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Darrel, I'm insulted that you are insulted. lol
73 240Z - Nissan Sport project car
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Who cares about frontier or titan trucks? Who cares about path finders, murano, xterra or armada SUV's? Who cares abot altima, maxima or sentra? Who care about quest? Not me... I don't even care to hear about 350Z let alone about infiniti! You can find those in any import rags now!
It's like buying an CD just to hear one song on it! IMHO
Last one I read took all of five minutes and I was done with it, now it just sits in a stack collecting dust.
77 280Z with SBC, 700R4, Vette C4 IRS W/11.5 rear disk, Centerlines 16x9.5 W/BF G 245x45ZR Comp T/A Rear and 15x7 Ft W/BF Goodrich Euro 225x15 on ft. Soon to have Coleman 12.2x1.25, x-drilled, zinc plated, Rotors W/Billet Outlaw 4000. Z U V8ter
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I think alot of people share that opinion... It's a shame! It's all about the money after all, not really alot anyone can do about it either except buy 350Z's lol
85' 300ZX NA
86' 300ZX Turbo
88' 300ZX Turbo
89' 300ZX Turbo
300ZX Turbo Project
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It was more of an open question on the club's practice of requiring the subscription when another club included it without raising the dues.
I believe there was more questions from ZCCSD than from GZ members. In mycase there were two members of both clubs, being charged dues. I pretty much let it slide, I didn't care one way or the other... The accounting of the stuff was up in the air and I have bigger fish to fry, though this topic did seem to be very important to others. In some cases it cost clubs membership (those that required it as a condition of being in their club).
I was not at the national meeting this year, so I don't know what vote was taken---I would be interested to know who brought the issue up there, and how everyone voted. Guess I'm off to work soon, and this will go back (way back) on the burner of my head on things I'm curious about, but that really don't make a big deal to me in the end.
It was a sticking point of some people. I probably do have a check somewhere at home, but since I haven't been there in a while, I know it probably hasn't been cashed as of yet...
It was an honest question, regarding a CLUBS' POLICY more than the status of the magazine---always remember that there are others affected by actions than oneself. While giving up the magazine is lamentable, I can understand your reasons----which is why I wondered about the policy of theclub, and if it will change.
That the mag will continue under new ownership/name is good. Much better than when I got stiffed by another magazine dealing (at the time) with Auto-X (not mentioning any names...).
Then again, the SCCA wasn't requiring members to buy that particular magazine as a prerequisite on non-negotiable condition of entry into their association, either.
I called for nobody's head, matter of fact, I don't see how my comment/question could be construed in any way as a hostile comment whatsoever against SZM in ANY way. It was a simple musing...
Remember, I have said it for years that this crowd is a bunch of bottom-feeders, if they can cut rate you or undercut your price in any way they will. It looks like you allude to this in your above response. I could have surmised that without you stating it (as I said above, I'm aware of the reasons, they are the same for anyone in this niche).
It is par for the course that some will bitch or fly off the handle about THEIR own issues and "getting theirs" --- which is largely what these comments have been.
I think I was the only one that questioned OTHER'S impacted through indirect decisions.
That the magazine continues and is honoring the former subscription list is commendable---and pretty much answers the question from a club member's standpoint. But is still is out there for those clubs that requireyou to buy a subscription as a condition of membership (at a rate higher than the former membership price). When you already have one subscription, why have a second, or third?
More directed at clubs doing these kind of things, perhaps a "family" membership is in order, rather than individual memberships where everyone is buying the thing? I don't really need six copies, do I?
I'm sure you see that, Art. But others on the other end don't see that.
That is all the question was meant to say.
People Are Idiots, Just look around here and you will see!
Tony D: "Knowledgeable but Caustic"... rationull
My brother from another mother calls himself "Willie D"
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I think converage of the vintage aspect of it is inevitable in a niche magazine. Look to Europe and they have myriad of monthl;y and in some cases WEEKLY niche magazines.
Then again, they aren't bottom feeders with single-issue minds. They understand "heritage" as well as "modern"...
Thing is, unless you appeal to the broader demographic of "nissan" owners, there is no way to attract advertizing $$$ from dealers. If you cater to only Z's, then you deal with a VERY SMALL portion of the dealer's sales in any given year. Include the odd Altima, and Titan, and you give just enough to say "hey they hit all the buttons during a year, worth advertizing in this rag".
Thing is, people bitch about the price as it is....(bottom feeders) and would doubtfully spend the money required for a CUSTOM MAGAZINE where Advertizing dollars don't defray much of the publishing costs.
But of course, most here would prefer that the owners/operators take no salary, make it about the thickness of Hemmings Motor News, on a MONTHLY basis, for HALF the cost, on acid-free paper in 16 color offset printing with leather binding suitable for Shakespeare---do it as a purely altruistinc hobby and GIVE it away like on the internet....
(Rolls Eyes)
Some of you guys think I'm joking, but there is that contingent, and it's large!
They are the same who rip songs, scan articles and e-mail them to friends, etc etc etc....
It's a ll ripping off stuff, and their expectation is that someone's hard work should be free because that's what THEY want. And what THEY want, they feel is their RIGHT to get.
People Are Idiots, Just look around here and you will see!
Tony D: "Knowledgeable but Caustic"... rationull
My brother from another mother calls himself "Willie D"
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I'd also guess that new car owners are more likely to spend money on whatever is being advertised aswell, at the sacrifice of the initial Z followers that subscribed years ago however...
85' 300ZX NA
86' 300ZX Turbo
88' 300ZX Turbo
89' 300ZX Turbo
300ZX Turbo Project
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Sorry to see it go. Life goes on. It always does. My best wishes to Mr. Bell.
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So they are ditching the Z only aspect and making "Nissan Sport". What's the big deal? Looks like everyone will get their supscription switched over as well.
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I understood the need to include more 350Z content because that generates advertising revenue and for that reason I was able to ignore the 350Z content. But, other then losing a Z specific source of information, what bothers me is that SportZ would send out 5 year subscriptions offers a month or two before closing their doors. I'm sure that they had concerns about the ability to continue when they made the mailings, or cashed my check for that matter.
Phil
1981 280zxt
5-speed conversion,3.9 R200,Eibach springs,Tokico struts,Energy Suspension,K&N CAI,AutoMeter A/F, Boost, Fuel Gauges,Cusco Strut Bar,Greddy B Spec II boost control,Jeffp 3in mandrel exhaust,Magnaflow,Spearco Cooler, HKS BOV, 10 psi
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Tony, I think you should be a spokesman for us. You hit everything on the head. A lot of people think we make a ton of money and are ripping people off, when in fact we work in a very tight margin. I still live in a junkyard world hoping to find cheap parts to get the Z running. Lucky for us, the many people that I have met over the past 6 years understand what we are trying to do and I expect they will except change and the new magazine. They are the hardcore Z owners who travel the country in search of the next great Z gathering.
Call me crazy, but I gave up a very successful graphics business to make a go of this 6 years ago and I have no regrets except for the fact that I don't have near as much spending cash as I once did and I don't see as many of my bookcover designs on the bookstore shelf anymore. I remember when everyone was talking about getting burned from the old Z magazine. Remember, the SOB took my $20 or $40. The guy owed me $800+ and he told me straight out that he was not going to pay me. Talk about being burned. I was fried.
I'm a realist, I understand that we can't fight the great and powerful web (or is it OZ) and that opinions either good or bad will not change our goals.
The club thing is a work in progress. The longer the program is in place the more refined it will become so that problems like you have encountered will be fixed. DZA is a good example of how well a club uses the program to their advantage. I consider them a club to be modeled after when it comes to getting the max exposure from being a Partner Club.
Can we give people a refund from a magazine that is no longer? No, it would put us further in the hole. Can me take the financial hit and honor all of those subscriptions? Yes, because it is the right thing to do.
For the Z owner on any forum that has spoke their mind just like in this post, we can try to continue to provide as much Z content every issue. Will it be enough in their eyes? No. Will they stay on as a subscriber when it comes time to renew that subscription? Probably not. Do I expect to turn everyone here into a believer? Not a chance. Do we take that into consideration when it comes to our long-term business plan? Yes.
Thank god for advertisers, without them SZM would have never made it past year 2 and Nissan Sport would not be trying to continue on. Thank the Motorsport Auto's, Zedd Findings, and British Victoria's for supporting an effort that might not be perfect for what they are looking for, but they understand what we are trying to.
In the end you will either like us, hate us, or have no opinion either way and we are willing to except that.
Hybrid77z, I like your way of thinking.
73 240Z - Nissan Sport project car
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I guess most people gripe is that they've paid for a subscription to a magazine they'll no longer get and Phil280zxt's point is a valid one if that's really what happend...
85' 300ZX NA
86' 300ZX Turbo
88' 300ZX Turbo
89' 300ZX Turbo
300ZX Turbo Project
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Frequently when a (any) business goes out, the assets are sold & liabilities are not assumed by the new company. If asset sale doesn't cover what's owed then the creditor loses. The fact paid subscriptions are being honored is a bonus. Thanks, much appreciated. I'll decide on renewing after I see the new mag. No hard feelings either way. Have good fortune with the new venture. When is the 1st issue expected?
Anyone can drive a new car.
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Art, I am still wanting to see updates on your project 240Z and any other project cars that were previously featured for updates. Otherwise, good luck!
Dave
12/70 240Z, L-28, flat-tops, N-42 head, N-33 intake, MSA 10-2002 cam, ZX ignition, early 5-speed, R-180,4:11 gears, 903 Blue paint.
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Art,
Are you and your staff on the lookout for articles to kick off the new mag? If so, what topics/vehicles are you interested in? I'm a self-employed graphic artist and writer and I'd like to contribute to your success.
Good luck to all of you in the new venture and take heart that even in the interweb age we live in, folks still enjoy a nice printed mag with purty pictures. BTW, why don't pick up a copy of "Classic & Sports Car" magazine. It may have a few ideas for you.
:)
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'74 260Z
'88 300ZX GLL
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I like Classic & Sports Car when I can find it. But it is understandably Brit/Eurocentric and rarely has a Jap car in it. That's why I've emailed to extend/continue my subscription with the new mag!
Alex
'77 280Z
'69 2000 roadster (fathers, but I'm the pseudotechnician)
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Seems to me as though some people are trying to make the best of the situation.
thank you!!
Dan
Its the pedal on the right, use it or move over.
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Dave, the 240Z car continues. The next installment was going to be about freshening up the motor and turning her over. But my trip to the U-Pull-It was so eventful that most of the next article will be spent talking about the gold found in a field of crap.
My goal is to eventually turn the car into a track car and bring it to Z events around the country and before each event, some lucky readers will be choosen to drive it at the event. that to me is how a project car should be used. not only read about, see it in person, but actually have a chance to drive it.
Another thing we are introducing to the new magazine is a regular section on the history of Datsun/Nissan. Newbee or old fart, there will be content here that everyone can learn something new that is old.
Zoobee, if you are truly intrested in writing for the magazine, contact Dave Bexfield at daveb@nissansportmag.com and tell him I sent you.
73 240Z - Nissan Sport project car
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Awesome, I'll do just that.
Thanks!
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'74 260Z
'88 300ZX GLL
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I was suprised by you thinking I was knocking the mag---I definately am not!
By hitting the nail on the head, I guess you can figure out that I know how it goes with this kind of stuff. and I know exactly where you are coming from---you have undoubtedly seen my rants before about people complaining about "Z-Vendors" charging "too much" for this or that when "they can get it here for..."
Do that enough, and there won't BE dedicated "Z-Vendors"----and people complaining about the content have to realize, because they didn't buck up in SUFFICIENT NUMBERS there now isn't a DEDICATED "Z Magazine" other than your local club's newsletter!
Speaking as someone who has SEVERAL subscriptions of UK Magazines (and if the people here think Sport Z/Et Al. is expensive, try international postage and out of country subscription rates for Mini Sport, or any other UK Rag!)
If you want quality, and EXCLUSIVE coverage, you either have to have VOLUME, or REVENUE. The more volume you have, the less revenue per issue needs to be generated.
Basic Economics, I know, but people just refuse to understand what is needed to make a business run. That's probably why most fail in the first few years.
When a few of these whiners go out in the world, and start their OWN magazine, or their own business....then we will see how their attitude changes about this issue.
Like I said earlier, it's not like Auto-X who just folded up camp and ran off to become another magazine catering to the same crowd..... A very successful magazine nowadays.
Sometimes you got to do some tweaking on the content to make a go of it.
AutoX failed due to business foibles and a dedication to hard-core enthusiasts---racers. They went broke.
There reincarnation is much more corporate, contains the same technical content and appeals to a broader cross-section of the racing community. So you actually get MORE for what you pay for, instead of a thirty-page B&W Pulp Rag with killer technical articles and racing coverage.
What people don't understand is the quality of the printing in SZM (so much color, clay coated papers, GLOOOOOOSSSSY!) isn't CHEAP! It is a very high quality magazine, and I would put it on par with any of the top tier botique stuff from the UK.
People just don't appreciate the good they get, and then don't appreciate how hard it is to do that consistently from a production standpoint!
Try getting people to submit atricles for a club newsletter much less put on a full production magazine!
Yeah, I wasn't knocking the magazine at all. I didn't even get excited by the 'announcement' of the 'death'----I figured there was more to the story. As there always is... But now I have to go look up some e-mails I have not had a chance to check. This probably unfolds in them as well. At least that's what I'm told!
Wish all the best to the new endeavor. I know the nut is hard to crack, just bring a bigger hammer, or sharpen the pick some more---eventually it will crack and you can get to that juicy meat inside! LOL
People Are Idiots, Just look around here and you will see!
Tony D: "Knowledgeable but Caustic"... rationull
My brother from another mother calls himself "Willie D"
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Last time I contacted Dave, and mentioned Art, I got "Art who?"
LOL
People Are Idiots, Just look around here and you will see!
Tony D: "Knowledgeable but Caustic"... rationull
My brother from another mother calls himself "Willie D"
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i am posting to get in my 2 cents worth....
being past president of the DZA Z car club here in Phx. , and having Sport Z magazine a part of our club for years now, i must say i have faith that the " powers that be " at the new magazine will do their very best to make a smooth transition for this new magazine and its current members as well.
i have no reason to think that this new magazine will let us down.
i have met Art ,and others from the magazine in person along the way, as many others have, and he is a stand up guy in my book.
i look forward to the new magazine and wish them all well.
factory nissan mechanic since 72
co-owner of z car shop in phx , az
Spankysautobody.com
72 Z-won best engine comp. twice @ MSA 99 and 03
73,77,86 Z
(2) 74 Z won Best of Show @ MSA 04
90 cpe,93 vert , 94cpe..took 1st place modified class @MSA 2006
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I really liked the magazine (5 years subscriptions), sorry to see it go. I understand its a buisiness and a risky one at that. I'm just glad I got the 5 years of enjoyment, and still have all the issues to look back at. Thanks for picking up us subscribers with the other mag.
1991 300ZX N/A Slicktop
1970 240Z
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To clarify — There was lots of good stuff for us early Z owners in the first few issues of Sport Z. Then I recall — and wrote at least two letters to the effect — that a huge portion of the mag was being given over to the 350... and this was before the car was even on the market!
Yes, the margins in magazine publishing are thin. In niche markets, even thinner. In the Z car market — I'm frankly surprised you lasted as long as you did, or that such niche-specific magazine could survive at all. (You don't see many RX-7, MG or Miata mags out there, do you?) So in many ways, you should be congratulated at what was, at its heart, a very good 'general interest' Z magazine. And — it's worth pointing out — the only game in town.
I complain like everyone else that 'my' particular segment of the market was neglected. My dream Z mag would be for 240Z through 280ZX, just like the forum. But I know that's never going to happen because, as has been pointed out, there's no way for it to make money. You'd have a few hundred subscribers (no magazine makes money from subscriptions) and a tiny advertising base. The reason Super Chevy and those rags can make it is because they have a huge aftermarket. Z cars don't. End of story.
As I said, there were some good, meaty early Z articles in the issues of SportZ I got (haven't seen any in a couple of years), including those by Mr. Demers. I will give your new enterprise a look. Good luck on the new endeavor.
'76 280Z driver, '75 parts car
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I recall one on drilling out the spot welds in a 280ZX battery tray so you could slather it with Por 15. This is an ARTICLE?
So sorry you did not like the article JR, Orhan sure liked the results when I used his car for the pictures and repair. As I recall, TonyD helped me out with a few pics also. oh well
Art it was good seeing you at the MSA show this year.
I think you and Dave and everyone should go for it. Expanding the auto coverage is not a bad thing in my opinion. And who knows, if the rest of the cars get good sponsorship and funding, well then you still have a successful mag right. Correct me if I am wrong, but in addition to the love of the Z car, didn't you get the schooling, training to do this line of work even before the Z car, well almost LOL. Sure seems like a number of people think this is no big deal to do, create and layout a simple magazine, no problem right. LOL (ALL YOU GOT TO DO) LOL
signed pseudotechnician view point, Sniper S^$ker, with girly arms : UCC 1-207
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Was thinking one solution would be to draw the line at pickup trucks and SUVs to keep the scope of the mag from becoming too broad...if that is indeed any kind of concern. I've got a 4runner and like the off-road and adventure mods/articles as much as the next guy, but street cars are a different manner of thought for me.
The gap between a '70 240z and an '06 Pathfinder is a bit wide.
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'74 260Z
'88 300ZX GLL
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I will agree, trucks and SUV's are a different breed. I don't know that I would do actual articles on them, but an advertisement on the front inside cover or the back would be a great place to put some of that stuff in my opinion.
We will see what happens, rest assured, Dave and Art will do their best to make a good mag. I have met both of these guys and they really like doing what they do.
signed pseudotechnician view point, Sniper S^$ker, with girly arms : UCC 1-207
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My local club offers it with paid membership dues. I'm fine with that and look forward to the new release!
1990 2+2 N/A
SHIFT_style
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I'm sad to see the magazine go...but curious to see what the new one becomes. By the way, can you e-mail some info on pricing for advertising?
lonewolfperformance@hotmail.com
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James Roraback
1983 280zxt 11.39 @129.38 - FOR SALE
ZCAR.COM member since Nov 1999
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Good Mag / Now Gone Mag................................
Frankly Im at a loss how it lasted this long.
When your up to your elbows restoring a certain type of Z, reading about the new features of a 350z, or what ever, dosent make much sence.
Life goes on.......................
82zxt /5sp /Fsm /Tools /Med Knowledge /Tampa /And a little Learned Luck.
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There are gona be negative comments no matter what. I wish you guys the best of luck with nissan sport, im sure it will be a great mag.
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Art,
Now I realize why you weren't returning my calls or emails about the Partner Clubs. We do need to talk to work out the details for the future.
I voided the check that was due to SZM for the Indy Z-Car Club.
BTW, don't encourage z240zdude...he's hard enough as is to keep up with his NA 240Z. We really don't need to give him any more advantage than he already has. Bad Dude...Bad Dude...
Sorry SZM didn't make it...
So you going to include articles on what I need to do to the wife's Murano? I've been wondering what a twin turbo or supercharger would do to the performance of the Murano...hmm...is Crawford Z selling a phellenum that will optimize the Murano's performance? So how well will an intercooler fit it? tee hee! Where's that winning lotto number when I need it?
83 280ZXT w/Tokico HP Struts & Springs, U-Bushings, MSA Sway Bars, Strut Tower Bars, CAI w/K&N, 3" Exhaust, B&M Short Throw Shifter, HKS IC, 12psi, GReddy POV & Profec B-II EBC.
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Man, they were going to do a spread on my baby....and I also just renewed