370z DD?

Dirk McGurck · 04-13-2016, 09:22 AM

I figure it meant he lived a Tron life.

kntrider · 04-13-2016, 10:09 AM

Been DD my Z Touring 6 speed for 3 years in Dallas traffic and it has been great DD and allows my S2000 to sit in the garage for weekends!

MagmaRed370z · 04-13-2016, 11:29 AM

I Daily mine all year long.

labrador · 04-13-2016, 03:05 PM

I have a 142 mile round trip daily commute. I take the Z almost everyday. Unless its raining then I take the f150.

Haboob · 04-13-2016, 07:43 PM

There, I changed it. Calm your tits.

abmobil · 04-13-2016, 08:12 PM

Thanks for all the info everyone!

Let me ask y'all this. I had a 2012 Frontier 6 speed, Completely different vehicle I know, but it was powered by a VQ with supposedly the same 6 speed as the 370.

I loved the truck, and it was quick for what it was, but I was not a fan of how the clutch acted. It took me something like 8,000 miles to learn how to drive it smoothly. I Had 4 Nissan trucks with manuals prior to it that I was able to shift smoothly with no effort at all.

Basically when driving I had to wait a second for the revs to drop between shifts before letting he clutch out. Anytime I wanted to drive spirited it felt like the clutch had some slip to it if I shifted very quickly.

How does the 370 act in normal cruise conditions between shifts? Some were saying the Dual Mass Flywheel is why the Frontiers act the way they do.

Magic Bus · 04-14-2016, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by abmobil

Thanks for all the info everyone!

Let me ask y'all this. I had a 2012 Frontier 6 speed, Completely different vehicle I know, but it was powered by a VQ with supposedly the same 6 speed as the 370.

I loved the truck, and it was quick for what it was, but I was not a fan of how the clutch acted. It took me something like 8,000 miles to learn how to drive it smoothly. I Had 4 Nissan trucks with manuals prior to it that I was able to shift smoothly with no effort at all.

Basically when driving I had to wait a second for the revs to drop between shifts before letting he clutch out. Anytime I wanted to drive spirited it felt like the clutch had some slip to it if I shifted very quickly.

How does the 370 act in normal cruise conditions between shifts? Some were saying the Dual Mass Flywheel is why the Frontiers act the way they do.

Never drove a Frontier so can't comment on that clutch, but had stock 370Z clutch pedal then went to RJM pedal. The stock one never bothered me too much but CSC worried me and Ryan at RJM claims that the pedal can eliminate this issue.

In nearly 4 years on this forum, never saw anyone claim a failed CSC with the RJM pedal and mine has performed well for 3 1/2 years (knock on wood). Oh yeah, while the stock pedal never bothered me too much, I definitely prefer the RJM one. It will be easier to shift smoother between the gears, especially 1 & 2.

Review: RJM AFP Clutch Pedal System

justsomeguy · 04-13-2016, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by abmobil

Hello everyone.
I don't have a 370 yet, but I'm strongly considering one for my next DD.
Current DD is a 95 Nissan Hardbody V6 5mt. Running strong with 214k.
Other ride is a 13 Titan Crew Cab.

The Titan will remain my wknd ride, but I've decided I need something sporty to help me enjoy my 90 mile round trip daily commute a little more. I know the 370 is not the most practical choice for that.

I feel the bang for the buck for a new base model is really good, and I can keep the manual trans. Was considering CPO G37 sedans before.

I know tire life isn't great, but with mostly hwy miles is it possible for me to get 30,000 miles out of a set of tires? The car won't be tracked. Also has Nissan made any changes at all to the CSC? I'm hoping if I buy a new 2016 or 2017 model I won't have to worry about that. Those are the biggest things I'm questioning at the moment.

Thanks for any feedback!

I have had it for a DD for the last 2 years.. You should get the sport model! As it's resale value will be great considering it comes with the S mode (Synchro Rev Match although I don't use it). It also comes with the BBK which makes a big difference as well. I went up to 25,000 miles with the potenzas that came with the sport package. The 19" inch rays are great too. Some cons about it though, are obviously, no space, expensive tires (19s i switched over to continental extreme contact rated to last 50k miles since DD and not tracked about $1300). Gas mileage, but other than that it is fun to drive.

As for the CSC issue... Mine kicked in at 30,000... It is bound to go out sooner or later, but I think with some good driving technique (not dropping the clutch, and taking your time to depress the clutch slowly) then you will make the most out of your CSC life. 1st and 2nd gear are rough due to short gear ratios but I never had a problem.

IMHO get a Black one <3

abmobil · 04-13-2016, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by justsomeguy

I have had it for a DD for the last 2 years.. You should get the sport model! As it's resale value will be great considering it comes with the S mode (Synchro Rev Match although I don't use it). It also comes with the BBK which makes a big difference as well. I went up to 25,000 miles with the potenzas that came with the sport package. The 19" inch rays are great too. Some cons about it though, are obviously, no space, expensive tires (19s i switched over to continental extreme contact rated to last 50k miles since DD and not tracked about $1300). Gas mileage, but other than that it is fun to drive.

As for the CSC issue... Mine kicked in at 30,000... It is bound to go out sooner or later, but I think with some good driving technique (not dropping the clutch, and taking your time to depress the clutch slowly) then you will make the most out of your CSC life. 1st and 2nd gear are rough due to short gear ratios but I never had a problem.

IMHO get a Black one <3

I'm probably going to stick with a base model, and keep it for a long time because of the miles I will put on it, its going to depreciate quickly anyway.

My garage is full so the Z will have to stay outside. I'm going to try ,and get a Silver one since it will be easier to maintain over the years. Thanks for the info!

The Base 370 seems like a lot of car for 30k. Question for everyone, I know this is a 370 page, but what else would you guys consider for a NEW fun DD if 30k was the price cap? I don't think there is anything else out there.

RobV · 04-14-2016, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by abmobil

I'm probably going to stick with a base model, and keep it for a long time because of the miles I will put on it, its going to depreciate quickly anyway.

My garage is full so the Z will have to stay outside. I'm going to try ,and get a Silver one since it will be easier to maintain over the years. Thanks for the info!

The Base 370 seems like a lot of car for 30k. Question for everyone, I know this is a 370 page, but what else would you guys consider for a NEW fun DD if 30k was the price cap? I don't think there is anything else out there.

If you look around you should be able to get a Sport Package for $30k. I got a left over 2014 Touring Sport w/Nav last September for $34K off the showroom floor with 12 miles on it.

FiftyFiv3 · 04-14-2016, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by RobV

If you look around you should be able to get a Sport Package for $30k. I got a left over 2014 Touring Sport w/Nav last September for $34K off the showroom floor with 12 miles on it.

Wow I got a leftover 2014 with 60 miles on it for 25k

RobV · 04-14-2016, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by FiftyFiv3

Wow I got a leftover 2014 with 60 miles on it for 25k

What model? I am fine with an $8k discount off of sticker for my car. My other option was to order a 2016 at full price since my 2 local dealers had 1 Z between them.

Chuck33079 · 04-13-2016, 09:23 PM

Don't skip the sport package. You'll be kicking yourself later. Brakes, wheels, and the lsd are worth the price of admission and make it a far better car to drive.

JesseG805 · 04-15-2016, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Don't skip the sport package. You'll be kicking yourself later. Brakes, wheels, and the lsd are worth the price of admission and make it a far better car to drive.

I skipped out on it and ended up paying up to get it there. AND I still dont have SRM. Price difference shouldn't be too much anyway.

90 ST · 04-13-2016, 10:25 PM

To clarify...yes, swap the tires side to side by un mounting and re mounting. I would get 25,000 miles on my rears this way. Asymmetrical are outside tires, can't swap rim to rim. Directional YES you can. I think with the amount of tires I went through i'd have a good idea...just sayin'

04-13-2016, 09:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
Dirk McGurck Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 715 Drives: 09 MB 370Z Touring Rep Power: 22	I figure it meant he lived a Tron life. __________________ 2009 370Z Touring with Sport

04-13-2016, 11:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
MagmaRed370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,468 Drives: 14' 370z Sport Magma Rep Power: 14	I Daily mine all year long. __________________ Sold: 2014 Magnetic Black Base. Current: 2014 Magma Red 370z Sport \| ARK Grip Exhaust \| 25mm HR Spacers \| GTR Button \| DRL Mod

04-13-2016, 09:23 PM	#13 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29540	370z DD? Don't skip the sport package. You'll be kicking yourself later. Brakes, wheels, and the lsd are worth the price of admission and make it a far better car to drive. Haboob, somms, justsomeguy and 1 others like this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

04-13-2016, 10:25 PM	#15 (permalink)
90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 423	To clarify...yes, swap the tires side to side by un mounting and re mounting. I would get 25,000 miles on my rears this way. Asymmetrical are outside tires, can't swap rim to rim. Directional YES you can. I think with the amount of tires I went through i'd have a good idea...just sayin' __________________ Not driving your car to keep it in nice shape, is like not wanting to smash your girlfriend so she stays tight for the next guy.

04-13-2016, 10:09 AM	#2 (permalink)
kntrider Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: DFW Posts: 49 Drives: 14 370 S BLK M6 Rep Power: 14	Been DD my Z Touring 6 speed for 3 years in Dallas traffic and it has been great DD and allows my S2000 to sit in the garage for weekends!

04-13-2016, 03:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
labrador Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: texas Posts: 106 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 11	I have a 142 mile round trip daily commute. I take the Z almost everyday. Unless its raining then I take the f150.

04-13-2016, 07:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Haboob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Surface of the sun. Posts: 13,159 Drives: '18 GTI Autobahn DSG Rep Power: 1388	There, I changed it. Calm your tits.

04-13-2016, 08:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
abmobil Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: GA Posts: 13 Drives: 13 Titan 95 Hardbody Rep Power: 11	Thanks for all the info everyone! Let me ask y'all this. I had a 2012 Frontier 6 speed, Completely different vehicle I know, but it was powered by a VQ with supposedly the same 6 speed as the 370. I loved the truck, and it was quick for what it was, but I was not a fan of how the clutch acted. It took me something like 8,000 miles to learn how to drive it smoothly. I Had 4 Nissan trucks with manuals prior to it that I was able to shift smoothly with no effort at all. Basically when driving I had to wait a second for the revs to drop between shifts before letting he clutch out. Anytime I wanted to drive spirited it felt like the clutch had some slip to it if I shifted very quickly. How does the 370 act in normal cruise conditions between shifts? Some were saying the Dual Mass Flywheel is why the Frontiers act the way they do.