The New "What did you do with your Z today" (with off topic replies) V

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by blackcherry20

me too! Tummy growling

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 09:29 AM

landrape artists doing their thing on my car (other fit) outside at home.

at least they're doing it today and not over the weekend..

ZMan8 · 05-17-2013, 09:36 AM

all TGIF

Rain in the forecast, but it wouldn't matter as Z is on jack stands today.

Haboob · 05-17-2013, 09:38 AM

Thought I was going to be able to keep the Z somewhat clean for more than a week, but no. There's always some sort of dirt on the road or water running across it from over-watering of grass/field, or just a broken pipe.

I give up. I'm going to go back to once a month wash I think.

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

all TGIF

Rain in the forecast, but it wouldn't matter as Z is on jack stands today.

hi mr.zman!

oh? wats' going on with your Z today? spacers? suspension mods? brake fluid change?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haboob

Thought I was going to be able to keep the Z somewhat clean for more than a week, but no. There's always some sort of dirt on the road or water running across it from over-watering of grass/field, or just a broken pipe.

I give up. I'm going to go back to once a month wash I think.

hummm... have you looked at getting these waterless washes? these are very convenient.

just get a bunch of towels and use only one wipe so you dont drag grit.

Griot's Garage 11285 Spray-On Car Wash Kit : Amazon.com : Automotive

i get the above kit and then a gallon + towels. i use about 10 or so towel per wash. those green towels are fantastic. use product liberally to prevent swirls.

ZMan8 · 05-17-2013, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

hi mr.zman!

oh? wats' going on with your Z today? spacers? suspension mods? brake fluid change?

hummm... have you looked at getting these waterless washes? these are very convenient.

just get a bunch of towels and use only one wipe so you dont drag grit.

Griot's Garage 11285 Spray-On Car Wash Kit : Amazon.com : Automotive

i get the above kit and then a gallon + towels. i use about 10 or so towel per wash. those green towels are fantastic. use product liberally to prevent swirls.

Well suspension and spacers, plus im cleaning the whole area and detailing the wheels while they are off the car.

Any recommendations on getting rid of the rust formed on the hub part where the wheels come in contact + the hub centric ring that looks like an old water pipe

I was thinking of some wd40 or pb blaster + a wire brush.

Haboob · 05-17-2013, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

hi mr.zman!

oh? wats' going on with your Z today? spacers? suspension mods? brake fluid change?

hummm... have you looked at getting these waterless washes? these are very convenient.

just get a bunch of towels and use only one wipe so you dont drag grit.

Griot's Garage 11285 Spray-On Car Wash Kit : Amazon.com : Automotive

i get the above kit and then a gallon + towels. i use about 10 or so towel per wash. those green towels are fantastic. use product liberally to prevent swirls.

Hmmmmm.

I'll have to look into that. Thanks.

onzedge · 05-17-2013, 10:04 AM

Today:

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZMan8

Well suspension and spacers, plus im cleaning the whole area and detailing the wheels while they are off the car.

Any recommendations on getting rid of the rust formed on the hub part where the wheels come in contact + the hub centric ring that looks like an old water pipe

I was thinking of some wd40 or pb blaster + a wire brush.

sounds like fun.

yah, soft wirebrush is what i would use for that, blast some RC car motor spray to clean it all off, then hit it with some engine enamel (after masking the rotor pad contact area) if you want to take it the extra mile.

the weird results i got from my fit was that when i used duplicolor engine enamel primer, the matte black paint chipped off after one winter season.

when i did NOT use their primer on my previous fit, the paint did NOT chip off even after 5yrs..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haboob

Hmmmmm.

I'll have to look into that. Thanks.

yah, it's nice to have that option to clean it at home with no hose. for me it does not go any faster than washing the car with a hose and bucket, but at least i can store the car in the garage without worring about rusting my suspension bits and wat not. even with a blower, i cant get the water 100% out.

happytheman · 05-17-2013, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

morning all....well todays my birthday, I got to help with some horses the neighbor needs help with for a party thing she does every year....

Hey happy burt-day brother!

Hope you have a great one!

kenchan · 05-17-2013, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Hey happy burt-day brother!

Hope you have a great one!

happy b-day, nismo!

JARblue · 05-17-2013, 11:52 AM

to drop off my car later today

ZMan8 · 05-17-2013, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

sounds like fun.

yah, soft wirebrush is what i would use for that, blast some RC car motor spray to clean it all off, then hit it with some engine enamel (after masking the rotor pad contact area) if you want to take it the extra mile.

the weird results i got from my fit was that when i used duplicolor engine enamel primer, the matte black paint chipped off after one winter season.

when i did NOT use their primer on my previous fit, the paint did NOT chip off even after 5yrs..

yah, it's nice to have that option to clean it at home with no hose. for me it does not go any faster than washing the car with a hose and bucket, but at least i can store the car in the garage without worring about rusting my suspension bits and wat not. even with a blower, i cant get the water 100% out.

wire brush it is. However, I'm not sure I'll be painting because I would think putting paint on the hub centric ring and the center part that touches the back side of the wheel can cause vibrations because surface might not be perfectly even any more.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

to drop off my car later today

Pintsize725 · 05-17-2013, 12:52 PM

Watched two runs of V8 practice, a Porsche GT3 qualifying and Pirelli track race. Called it a day on account of rumbling tummies. Had a blast!

JARblue · 05-17-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Watched two runs of V8 practice, a Porsche GT3 qualifying and Pirelli track race. Called it a day on account of rumbling tummies. Had a blast!

05-17-2013, 09:36 AM	#7608 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 658	all TGIF Rain in the forecast, but it wouldn't matter as Z is on jack stands today. __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

05-17-2013, 10:04 AM	#7613 (permalink)
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05-17-2013, 11:52 AM	#7617 (permalink)
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05-17-2013, 12:52 PM	#7619 (permalink)
Pintsize725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Austin Posts: 14,196 Drives: 2016 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 211844	Watched two runs of V8 practice, a Porsche GT3 qualifying and Pirelli track race. Called it a day on account of rumbling tummies. Had a blast! kenchan and blackcherry20 like this. __________________ Tracie

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Haboob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Surface of the sun. Posts: 13,159 Drives: '18 GTI Autobahn DSG Rep Power: 1386	Thought I was going to be able to keep the Z somewhat clean for more than a week, but no. There's always some sort of dirt on the road or water running across it from over-watering of grass/field, or just a broken pipe. I give up. I'm going to go back to once a month wash I think.