The Z Emblem

JayYoon · 04-18-2011, 12:25 PM

Hey guys, so I was bit interested in the Z emblem that the have at the Z store.

The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Rear "Z" Emblem, Carbon Fiber Base, 09-10 370Z
The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Front "Z" Emblem, Carbon Fiber Base, 09-10 370Z

or

The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Front "Z" Emblem, Silver Base, 09-10 370Z

Now how is the installation for this? Like anyone have any ideas? any DIY?

TreeSemdyZee · 04-18-2011, 05:45 PM

There are probably a few threads with the how-tos on this, but I'll fill you in anyway.

You'll want to get the old emblems warm (most use a hair dryer. I'm bald so I was screwed to start with). Use some nylon fishing string and saw back and forth to get the tape to release. Don't be in a hurry, it'll come of sooner or later.

Once you get the old emblems off, I'd clean it up with some Goo Gone. The new emblems come with 3M tape already attached, so it's just a matter of peeling off the backer and sticking them on.

JayYoon · 04-19-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

There are probably a few threads with the how-tos on this, but I'll fill you in anyway.

You'll want to get the old emblems warm (most use a hair dryer. I'm bald so I was screwed to start with). Use some nylon fishing string and saw back and forth to get the tape to release. Don't be in a hurry, it'll come of sooner or later.

Once you get the old emblems off, I'd clean it up with some Goo Gone. The new emblems come with 3M tape already attached, so it's just a matter of peeling off the backer and sticking them on.

I see but wouldnt this fall off easily? If it was only supported by the 3M tape?

geosZ · 04-19-2011, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JayYoon

I see but wouldnt this fall off easily? If it was only supported by the 3M tape?

No they will not fall off I just took mine out and painted them and installed it with 3m tape that I bought. ( the emblems where kinda hard to take out but I did what was said above. ) like he said take your time and clean it well. Gl and it will look nice.

TreeSemdyZee · 04-19-2011, 11:10 AM

3m tape VERY sticky. I always use Adhesion Promoter that increases the bond.

TheGreatOne · 04-19-2011, 11:11 AM

3M tape is strong, thats whats holding my EVO R CF fangs in place

I could of swore our stock emblems were attached via tabs, not glue, but you learn something new everyday

I like this one

JayYoon · 04-19-2011, 04:28 PM

So u just pull and just tape it on? thats it? lol? i thought it would be more difficult...

geosZ · 04-19-2011, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by JayYoon

So u just pull and just tape it on? thats it? lol? i thought it would be more difficult...

Sounds easy to pull but it's a pain. Put
On is simple the bumper also has little bumps on it so the emblem fits right back in the same exact spot.

tjlazer · 04-19-2011, 06:12 PM

I installed the 3rd one and it was a pain. It does not fit too good. I had to add extra 3M double sided tape to make it stick. It does not sit too flush.

JayYoon · 04-25-2011, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by tjlazer

I installed the 3rd one and it was a pain. It does not fit too good. I had to add extra 3M double sided tape to make it stick. It does not sit too flush.

Did it look good once u installed it? Do you think there is a chance of that falling while driving?

AdobePhil · 04-25-2011, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by treesemdyzee

there are probably a few threads with the how-tos on this, but i'll fill you in anyway.

You'll want to get the old emblems warm (most use a hair dryer. I'm bald so i was screwed to start with).

lol +1

tjlazer · 04-25-2011, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by JayYoon

Did it look good once u installed it? Do you think there is a chance of that falling while driving?

Yeah it looks pretty good, and no it doesn't look like it will come off at all. It's stuck on there real good.

Pelican170 · 04-25-2011, 03:42 PM

So wait, those emblems are only stuck on with a glue?? I thought they may be bolted through... So they are easy to remove and you only need to remove the sticky stuff after thats left on paint underneath the emblem??

Econ · 04-25-2011, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pelican170

So wait, those emblems are only stuck on with a glue?? I thought they may be bolted through... So they are easy to remove and you only need to remove the sticky stuff after thats left on paint underneath the emblem??

correct

DJ-of-E · 04-25-2011, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

3M tape is strong, thats whats holding my EVO R CF fangs in place

A friend of mine once had a 150lb A/C unit 3M tapped to the wall. He also nailed a 2x4 wood underneath the A/C unit. When it was time to move out, he and another friend pulled the A/C unit and the tape took the wall with it (drywall and all).

Don't doubt 3M tape. Its only weakness is high heat. I even have HID Ballists stick with 3m tape as permanent solution (until you use a heat gun).

04-18-2011, 12:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
JayYoon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: san diego Posts: 452 Drives: 2010 370z Rep Power: 14	The Z Emblem Hey guys, so I was bit interested in the Z emblem that the have at the Z store. The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Rear "Z" Emblem, Carbon Fiber Base, 09-10 370Z The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Front "Z" Emblem, Carbon Fiber Base, 09-10 370Z or The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: SALE! Front "Z" Emblem, Silver Base, 09-10 370Z Now how is the installation for this? Like anyone have any ideas? any DIY?

04-19-2011, 11:11 AM	#6 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 46 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 21	3M tape is strong, thats whats holding my EVO R CF fangs in place I could of swore our stock emblems were attached via tabs, not glue, but you learn something new everyday I like this one __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

04-19-2011, 06:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
tjlazer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Tacoma Age: 52 Posts: 2,496 Drives: Z34, R35 Rep Power: 19	I installed the 3rd one and it was a pain. It does not fit too good. I had to add extra 3M double sided tape to make it stick. It does not sit too flush. __________________ 2009 370Z Monterey Blue,Nismo Conversion,RE-11's, K&N Typhoon intakes,Blue Kickplates,Homelink,FI 18" CBE,ERZ HFCs,Hotchkis sways, Swift Spec-R, EVO-R Highwing, UPREV

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04-18-2011, 05:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,880 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27408	There are probably a few threads with the how-tos on this, but I'll fill you in anyway. You'll want to get the old emblems warm (most use a hair dryer. I'm bald so I was screwed to start with). Use some nylon fishing string and saw back and forth to get the tape to release. Don't be in a hurry, it'll come of sooner or later. Once you get the old emblems off, I'd clean it up with some Goo Gone. The new emblems come with 3M tape already attached, so it's just a matter of peeling off the backer and sticking them on.

04-19-2011, 11:10 AM	#5 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,880 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27408	3m tape VERY sticky. I always use Adhesion Promoter that increases the bond.

04-19-2011, 04:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
JayYoon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: san diego Posts: 452 Drives: 2010 370z Rep Power: 14	So u just pull and just tape it on? thats it? lol? i thought it would be more difficult...

04-25-2011, 03:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
Pelican170 Track Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sandy Hook, CT Posts: 972 Drives: Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 15	So wait, those emblems are only stuck on with a glue?? I thought they may be bolted through... So they are easy to remove and you only need to remove the sticky stuff after thats left on paint underneath the emblem??