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FromG2Z 05-16-2011 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne (Post 1115549)
Tried to get my Nismo shift knob on, couldn't get the stock knob off...I am now drinking to ease the pain of being beaten by the stock knob...

Anywho, might drive her tomorrow...pretty nasty weather the next couple days...

If you must resort to the oil filter wrench, do me a favor and wrap duct tape all around that knob, over and over again. Then try the strap wrench on there. Then if that doesn't work, then maybe the oil filter wrench. The idea behind the tape is to wrap enough around to get a better surface to grip, while protecting the stock knob should you choose to use a filter wrench or even pliers...

Super Tanooki 05-17-2011 05:00 AM

Didn't drive mine today but I did order my first part for it: the Stillen 24-row oil cooler. :tup:

Now I'm looking for a Nismo shifter knob and a rear fog light. I was about to order the $50 OEM light, but then I found the below LED kit and it's flashing skills are BLOWING MY MIND (watch the lower of the two videos). How much do you think it'll cost to have it fitted?

The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: EVO-R Rear Fog Flashing LED Kit, 09-10 370Z

Also, I wonder if there are any Silver Nismo owners who'd be interested in swapping their red Nismo engine cover for a non-Nismo silver one, for the color-matching benefits (or just to be charitable to an obsessive Red Z owner). Probably a long shot but worth a try :ughdance:

happytheman 05-17-2011 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Super Tanooki (Post 1115730)
I was about to order the $50 OEM light, but then I found the below LED kit and it's flashing skills are BLOWING MY MIND (watch the lower of the two videos).

The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts: EVO-R Rear Fog Flashing LED Kit, 09-10 370Z

I'm looking to get one as well, but I want it to blink EXACTLY opposite of that setup. I want it blink while in reverse and glow brighter (or just turn on) when I apply the brakes.

Davey 05-17-2011 10:03 AM

Yesterday, I finished break-in. :driving:

Today: Not getting the car rained on. :happydance:

kenchan 05-17-2011 10:18 AM

Zforce- something's wrong with your alignment place. most places can get even toe angles on both sides with thrust angle no more than +/- 0.01. not sure why it's so off on both cars. :confused: were your cars in an accident?

The camber in the front is non-adjustable so unless you get a-arms no can do.

i would go to another alignment shop if your car is driving werd or tracking to one side. if you're fine with it i guess drive it as is.

kenchan 05-17-2011 10:20 AM

for the first time in 5 days i was able to pull out my G this am to work and stare at my Z's butt. :p
my driveway has dried. :tup: i luv it. it's a foot wider now. :D

happytheman 05-17-2011 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1116211)
for the first time in 5 days i was able to pull out my G this am to work and stare at my Z's butt. :p
my driveway has dried. :tup: i luv it. it's a foot wider now. :D

:worthless:

kenchan 05-17-2011 11:21 AM

lol... i dont think you can really tell unless you saw the before picts...which i didn't take. :D hahaha.

since my wife and i park the dd's outside the extra width is great. :tup:

Synack 05-17-2011 11:43 AM

Just bought HPS post MAF tubes and K&N air filters. Also got a Samsung Galaxy Tab to put where the nav WOULD normally go on a touring model, but I have a NISMO.

Question: How much oil needs to go on this filter? I've only ever used dry-flows.
And how often should I clean it?
CorSport: Nissan - 2009+ Nissan 370Z - 33-2399

Alchemy 05-17-2011 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Synack (Post 1116364)
Just bought HPS post MAF tubes and K&N air filters. Also got a Samsung Galaxy Tab to put where the nav WOULD normally go on a touring model, but I have a NISMO.

Question: How much oil needs to go on this filter? I've only ever used dry-flows.
And how often should I clean it?
CorSport: Nissan - 2009+ Nissan 370Z - 33-2399

Very little oil, spray it very lightly you dont wanna over oil it. If you are putting drop-ins into your stock airbox K&N says they should last 50,000 miles before they need a cleaning.

kenchan 05-17-2011 12:27 PM

yah, very little oil needed on the intake filter. if you can see oil on your finger tips when your rub against the filter, you put too much. it should appear kinda oily but not wet.

im gonna stop by sears to pickup some UV coating for my Ings tonight.... while getting my free replacement for the failed strap wrench... :rolleyes:

since it's kinda cold out still, im going to go with water based clear this time instead of my usual laquor (sp?)

onzedge 05-17-2011 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1116518)
yah, very little oil needed on the intake filter. if you can see oil on your finger tips when your rub against the filter, you put too much. it should appear kinda oily but not wet.

True -- a VERY light coating is all that you need. It is a good idea to let your filters sit in the sun for a couple of hours after you oil them and before you re-nstall them as well. I also always clean my MAFs regularly when running oiled filters.

Last, K&N recharge kits come with two different oil containers -- use the one that has the aerosol can as it is easier to meter the oil.

Nitex 05-17-2011 02:28 PM

Put my sub box back in... Had to get every bit of weight out for the 1/4 mile runs last Friday :tup:

I was tempted to bump my way down the track though :icon17:

USMCASA 05-17-2011 02:31 PM

while not today, i'm gonna do burnouts/doughnuts all day saturday until jesus comes back May 21, 2011 - Noah Knew, WeCanKnow! Christ's Return on Judgment Day: May 21, 2011

Red__Zed 05-17-2011 02:34 PM

Dropped my car off for an oil change at the dealer. This is what I saw when I got back in.

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e3...1/8964dca4.jpg

How likely is it they actually changed the oil? :facepalm:


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