Hood dampers?

grandpawmoses · 04-23-2014, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by $haq 370z

is there a diy for this so i can get a rough idea of what to do

Here's a picture of what I did

(Trim both sides)

$haq 370z · 04-23-2014, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grandpawmoses

Here's a picture of what I did

(Trim both sides)

oh wow thats it ? thats pretty cool ill try it myself any tools you suggest ?

JARblue · 04-23-2014, 07:32 AM

I did this on the driver side to get a proper gap and no bulge

Plasmite · 04-23-2014, 03:03 PM

Anyone install these without trimming?

speedfreek · 04-23-2014, 03:30 PM

I didn't have to trim anything with my install.

JARblue · 04-23-2014, 03:50 PM

Some people are able to install them without any problems. Some people are able to install them without too much hassle by making a few minor adjustments per Z1's recommendations. And for some people, none of these work, and trimming the plastic ends up being the only option (Mr. Gale actually used heat to mold the plastic instead of just cutting it).

$haq 370z · 04-23-2014, 04:31 PM

i mean i want it to fit perfectly but with 1mm raised height its not noticeable but I'm 100% its there so I'm confused, also the struts are making a weird noise when it adjusts itself fully should i use WD40 ?

GaleForce · 04-23-2014, 04:44 PM

Prior to ordering I knew of potential issues with the hood struts. I decided to take pictures and make a video of mine during the installation so I could verify any issues on my own car.

The hood bulge isn't much, some people probably wouldn't notice.

Here is the video,

TreeSemdyZee · 04-23-2014, 06:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Prior to ordering I knew of potential issues with the hood struts. I decided to take pictures and make a video of mine during the installation so I could verify any issues on my own car.

The hood bulge isn't much, some people probably wouldn't notice.

Here is the video,

I'm one of those "wouldn't notice" people. I guess I really haven't paid close enough attention to see if mine raises at all. Now I'm going to wonder.

GaleForce · 04-23-2014, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

I'm one of those "wouldn't notice" people. I guess I really haven't paid close enough attention to see if mine raises at all. Now I'm going to wonder.

Just pretend you never saw that video.

$haq 370z · 04-23-2014, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Prior to ordering I knew of potential issues with the hood struts. I decided to take pictures and make a video of mine during the installation so I could verify any issues on my own car.

The hood bulge isn't much, some people probably wouldn't notice.

Here is the video,

mine looks exactly like that, i tried filing it down with nail file (don't ask the first thing that came to my mind) anyways i think i took like a hairline of plastic off so i mean the bulge isn't crazy but its not what i expected, but is there any chances of water coming through to the engine bay ?

Bummer · 05-05-2014, 04:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Prior to ordering I knew of potential issues with the hood struts. I decided to take pictures and make a video of mine during the installation so I could verify any issues on my own car.

The hood bulge isn't much, some people probably wouldn't notice.

Here is the video,

( Click to show/hide )

In the video you mention before and after modification. What modification did you make?

GaleForce · 05-05-2014, 06:18 AM

I heated the plastic cover to remould it, also shaved the plastic near the foam. I'll try to take a photo later.

Bummer · 05-05-2014, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

I heated the plastic cover to remould it, also shaved the plastic near the foam. I'll try to take a photo later.

Did you put the ball end above or below the plastic and rubber when you mounted it to the fender?

My passenger side is fine, but the driver's side is up just enough to feel a difference. Pressing down lightly on the seam seats the hood along that edge. I've thought of trimming the rubber layer, which, along with the plastic tab, I put above the bolt/ball end. I'm just a little uncertain, since I can't simply look in and see what's interfering with what, so I am looking for ideas.

Thanks for your help.

Plasmite · 05-05-2014, 01:51 PM

I want to install these myself, but I am just as anal as Galeforce about lines...I really don't want to modify things that much

04-23-2014, 07:32 AM	#3 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 45 Posts: 36,450 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684442	I did this on the driver side to get a proper gap and no bulge tturbo370z likes this. __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

04-23-2014, 03:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
Plasmite Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 259 Drives: '12 M6 Panty Peeler Rep Power: 14	Anyone install these without trimming? __________________ WISHLIST

04-23-2014, 03:30 PM	#5 (permalink)
speedfreek A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 1,724 Drives: '12 370Z PW 6sp Rep Power: 20	I didn't have to trim anything with my install. __________________ Tomei\|Berk\|Takeda\|ZSpeed\|Fortune Auto\|Swift\|Eibach\|SPL\|Carbotech\|Motul\|Powertrix\|Stillen\|Aerojacket\|Z1\|Forgestar\|Enkei\|Project Kics\|Nismo Ti\|Llumar speedfreek's journal

04-23-2014, 03:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 45 Posts: 36,450 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684442	Some people are able to install them without any problems. Some people are able to install them without too much hassle by making a few minor adjustments per Z1's recommendations. And for some people, none of these work, and trimming the plastic ends up being the only option (Mr. Gale actually used heat to mold the plastic instead of just cutting it). __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

04-23-2014, 04:44 PM	#8 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	Prior to ordering I knew of potential issues with the hood struts. I decided to take pictures and make a video of mine during the installation so I could verify any issues on my own car. The hood bulge isn't much, some people probably wouldn't notice. Here is the video, JARblue, cooltoy and grandpawmoses like this. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

04-23-2014, 04:31 PM	#7 (permalink)
$haq 370z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 31 Drives: godzilla's lil sis Rep Power: 13	i mean i want it to fit perfectly but with 1mm raised height its not noticeable but I'm 100% its there so I'm confused, also the struts are making a weird noise when it adjusts itself fully should i use WD40 ?

05-05-2014, 06:18 AM	#13 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	I heated the plastic cover to remould it, also shaved the plastic near the foam. I'll try to take a photo later. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

05-05-2014, 01:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
Plasmite Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 259 Drives: '12 M6 Panty Peeler Rep Power: 14	I want to install these myself, but I am just as anal as Galeforce about lines...I really don't want to modify things that much __________________ WISHLIST

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
[FOR SALE] z1 hood dampers	Ni55anPat	Parts for sale (Private Classifieds)	5	04-11-2013 10:25 AM
[WTB] CF Hood Dampers	omm370z	Parts for sale (Private Classifieds)	0	12-28-2012 12:45 PM
[FOR SALE] Evo-R Carbon Fiber hood dampers	muzik212	Parts for sale (Private Classifieds)	7	08-31-2012 11:11 PM
Hood Dampers for 370z?	TipsZ	Exterior & Interior	144	09-08-2011 03:48 PM