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Today at Atelier Kaz - Private NSX Enthusiast, ex-Honda R&D engineer with F1, Indy/CART background

T3 CRAFT WORKS – Visit to Japan 01

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Finally, I'm back in UK.
Really exhausted with only 4Hrs sleeping each day but so happy with everything went on during my short stay.


I was in Japan over the last 12 days or so for the launch of my long term friend's new factory called 'T3 Craft Works'.
The company name is actually called 'T3TEC' and the factory will be known as the above name.




It is led by the three most knowledgeable and experienced people in Japan (and possibly even in the world) for anything to do with NSX and also many exotic sports cars.

The CEO is Mr Toyoizumi who is no doubt one of the most knowledgeable person on NSX.

The CFO, the Factory Manager is well known for not only his mechanical skills but also he is one of the most reputable person for setting up the ECU.

The Cheif Engineer is probably the most experienced person on working with the NSX from engine, gbox, chassis, etc.



T3TEC stands for the following concept.
The 'Technology' is established by 'Think' and then 'Try'. It evolves by repeating this sequence.
T3TEC shall place high importance on these three 'T's.


I knew this will happen for a long time while talking with Mr Toyoizumi long time ago and I'm glad it finally materialised.
I'm glad I made it to Japan for the opening of the factory.


The factory was opened on the 1st March but they only left their previous employment on the 31st January so only one month for setting up the factory.


No doubt there were so many supports from many NSX owners in Japan.






I have never heard of owners getting together providing the 3 x two posts lift as a gift for the opening of the new factory plus 1 x four posts lift for freeing up the space in case of long term services.
This four posts lift was also a gift from another person.







Funny enough, the factory was originally built around 1991, same as the introduction of our NSX.

It was designed as the ironworks place so the structure was simply rigid.
Many 'X' shaped frame at the side wall with huge base anchor blocks. Even with so many earthquakes in Japan, I think this place will be the last one to collapse.

It even has 2 x 2.8tonne overhead crane so if you want, you can lift up the whole NSX with ease.

At the top floor, it used to be used as 1:1 design room so huge wide floor area.







The changes within just 1 month was simply amazing....

They stripped off the original dirty and damaged floor and used the same high quality method that many race teams and car dealers use for the new floor.


Before and after.










Comments

  1. NSXGB's Avatar
    Hi Kaz,
    Been looking for a decent option for covering my garage floor, can you tell me what is the stuff they used above please?
  2. exiges1's Avatar
    When's the UK branch opening;-) ? Good to see your friends dream become reality, good luck to them.
  3. Kaz-kzukNA1's Avatar
    I would love to open the UK office but need to review several options available at the moment....

    Regarding the floor paint, if you are serious, it’s best leaving it to the professional. If you are thinking of doing DIY, probably the best you can do is to get the epoxy two pack floor paint.


    When setting up T3Tec, lots and lots of owners, friends, etc provided the helping hands including the let of factory, lifts, floor painting, etc so I don’t think you can achieve the same in such short period at very friendly cost.


    It will be no doubt one of the most knowledgeable people and best place for NSX in the world and I have no regret in supporting them.


    In case you are really serious, this is what went through to achieve that finish.




    Remove about 2mm of the old existing concrete surface to reveal any deep damages, old stain, old paint, etc and then repair them accordingly.

    Keep striping off….




    Almost done.

    Apply specially blended primer.




  4. Kaz-kzukNA1's Avatar

    The base polyurethane polymer.

    Sand down to make the overall base thickness even as well as creating ‘rough’ surface to achieve good bonding of the top coat later.




    The art of professional. Applying the top coat at even thickness at each defined area and this was done by just the hand.

    Done.



  5. NSXGB's Avatar
    Thank you Kaz for the information. Almost like latex leveling compound?