What did you do with your Z today V (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

JTM88 · 12-24-2018, 04:32 PM

I polished my Z today for the first time with the DA polisher that I bought myself as an early Christmas present.

Erojas26 · 12-24-2018, 05:59 PM

Installed my Invidia Gemini CBE. Although I don't have much experience working on cars, I had no issues doing the install myself. It was pretty easy and straight forward. I absolutely love the tone!!!!

ChopsZ · 12-24-2018, 06:21 PM

Got these in the mail yesterday... A day early! They will most likely find their way onto the car tomorrow.

ChopsZ · 12-25-2018, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Got these in the mail yesterday... A day early! They will most likely find their way onto the car tomorrow.

Well that didn't happen. They're being sent back. The finish on them is sub-par to say the least.

Clumped up carbon fiber and milky spots...

Dimples and pits on surface...

One of them looks used...

Erojas26 · 12-28-2018, 04:59 PM

Decided to paint my Invidia tips black to match my black badges. Got to say, they look awesome!! Once I cure them, they'll be installed.

OldFart · 01-05-2019, 07:56 PM

Finally a day with no rain and above avg temps. Thought I might drop one of these in, wasn't too bad besides running into an issue here or there. Seat belt indicator remained off and didn't have to program.

madwi · 12-25-2018, 06:28 PM

evo-r?

ChopsZ · 12-26-2018, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by madwi

evo-r?

Through some research on the forum, I believe so, which would explain a lot.

ZontheRocks · 12-26-2018, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Through some research on the forum, I believe so, which would explain a lot.

I am disappointed if The Z Store sent you those. They should be buying in bulk to avoid and handle these inconsistencies from EVO-R. It’s one thing to get the clearance rack version of the product shipped from Taiwan (when purchased direct from EVO-R), but to get that from The Z Stores shelves stinks.

jerch · 12-28-2018, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ZontheRocks

I am disappointed if The Z Store sent you those. They should be buying in bulk to avoid and handle these inconsistencies from EVO-R. It’s one thing to get the clearance rack version of the product shipped from Taiwan (when purchased direct from EVO-R), but to get that from The Z Stores shelves stinks.

No, I don't think these aren't EVO-R carbon fibre covers. I ordered the exact same ones from the Z store. I don't know the manufacturer company name, but it believe it's one of their exclusive Z motorsport suppliers - they were out of stock at the time and I had to wait a month for them to be made and shipped.

That's unfortunate yours came like that. Mine were nowhere near as bad as yours. My weave was pretty good, though I had some scuffs and imperfections in the clear coat. Decided it wasn't worth the hassle to return and reship a new one, so I installed it; it was acceptable enough to me. However, I'm not sure if I didn't install them correctly, or the shape of the cover wasn't a 100% perfect, because mine didn't fit properly. There's slight gaps around the edges. I'm just gonna leave it for now and may get around to try and re-install after winter.

They do look quite nice on the car though

ChopsZ · 12-28-2018, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by jerch

No, I don't think these aren't EVO-R carbon fibre covers. I ordered the exact same ones from the Z store. I don't know the manufacturer company name, but it believe it's one of their exclusive Z motorsport suppliers - they were out of stock at the time and I had to wait a month for them to be made and shipped.

That's unfortunate yours came like that. Mine were nowhere near as bad as yours. My weave was pretty good, though I had some scuffs and imperfections in the clear coat. Decided it wasn't worth the hassle to return and reship a new one, so I installed it; it was acceptable enough to me. However, I'm not sure if I didn't install them correctly, or the shape of the cover wasn't a 100% perfect, because mine didn't fit properly. There's slight gaps around the edges. I'm just gonna leave it for now and may get around to try and re-install after winter.

They do look quite nice on the car though

Yeah, I'm not going to screw around with them, and right now, the Z store is pissing me off because they're not replying to my emails. I sent two now and nothing.

I'm sure as heck NOT going to settle and put these things on my car. No thank you.

abm89 · 12-26-2018, 11:29 AM

My evo-r carbon mirrors looked fine and has held up (F1 style mirrors). Maybe their quality went down or they have someone else working the carbon.

ZontheRocks · 12-26-2018, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by abm89

My evo-r carbon mirrors looked fine and has held up (F1 style mirrors). Maybe their quality went down or they have someone else working the carbon.

I picked up some mirror covers from EVO-R last year during a sale and I would say that I received an 8/10, if truly judging finish and quality. I have a few wavy fiber areas and had some seethrough pinholes. I chalked it up to being the TJ Maxx/Ross castoffs at a cheaper price.

I have not seen how the Nismo, Seibon, Fujimara finishes looks for comparison, however keep in mind the size of the companies and the price point. In MOST instances, you get what you pay for.

It is unacceptable to send the above product out to a customer.

ChopsZ · 12-26-2018, 08:15 PM

To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. What I think I'm going to do is just get my money back from these, save up a few bucks and order the ones I really want which you almost never see anywhere... Impul.

madwi · 12-26-2018, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. What I think I'm going to do is just get my money back from these, save up a few bucks and order the ones I really want which you almost never see anywhere... Impul.

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12-24-2018, 06:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
ChopsZ Track Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Central Florida Age: 50 Posts: 965 Drives: 2016 370Z GM 6MT Rep Power: 2302	Got these in the mail yesterday... A day early! They will most likely find their way onto the car tomorrow. __________________ She's For Sale! PERFORMANCE: Aero Workz \| Akebono \| BC Racing \| EcuTek \| HKS \| MaxBore \| Motordyne \| Nismo \| RJM \| SPL \| StopTech \| Z1 AUDIO: Arc Audio \| Bazooka \| Helix \| Pioneer \| Stereo Integrity

01-05-2019, 07:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
OldFart Track Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Carlisle, PA Age: 62 Posts: 682 Drives: 2011 Wannabe Nismo Rep Power: 961	Finally a day with no rain and above avg temps. Thought I might drop one of these in, wasn't too bad besides running into an issue here or there. Seat belt indicator remained off and didn't have to program. __________________ 2011 Mag Black Sport with Nismo conversion - both interior and exterior. SPL suspension, Fortune Coilovers, ARK grip catback, Berks HFC, Takeda intake, some interior mods.

12-26-2018, 11:29 AM	#12 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: 11 370Z, 2x Kawasaki Rep Power: 64764	My evo-r carbon mirrors looked fine and has held up (F1 style mirrors). Maybe their quality went down or they have someone else working the carbon. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build

12-26-2018, 08:15 PM	#14 (permalink)
ChopsZ Track Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Central Florida Age: 50 Posts: 965 Drives: 2016 370Z GM 6MT Rep Power: 2302	To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. What I think I'm going to do is just get my money back from these, save up a few bucks and order the ones I really want which you almost never see anywhere... Impul. __________________ She's For Sale! PERFORMANCE: Aero Workz \| Akebono \| BC Racing \| EcuTek \| HKS \| MaxBore \| Motordyne \| Nismo \| RJM \| SPL \| StopTech \| Z1 AUDIO: Arc Audio \| Bazooka \| Helix \| Pioneer \| Stereo Integrity

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