What did you do with your Z today II

onzedge · 02-26-2012, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

How do you like the Swifts + koni's? How much of a drop do you have? What made you choose that over the BC or Stance type options in the cheaper price range? Just curious as I'm interested in that combo versus what can be had without going KW's lol

If you want to PM me instead of us filling up this thread that's cool too haha, (and if you don't mind telling me how much they set you back)

I don't mind clogging up the thread. I don't have the Koni's installed yet -- my schedule has been screwy the past few weeks, so sext Saturday is my target installation day.

I went with Koni because I have used them on several cars, starting with my 1967 Datsun 1600 Roadster I bought in 1978. In my opinion, there is no better shock. My wife's 2001 Echo even has Koni Sport-D on it (I got a smoking deal on them from a Koni dealer and friend). The Swifts I got because I wanted a mild drop and better springs. I almost went Eibach, but heard from a few 370 guys about the Swift and their performance compared to Eibachs. They were right. BTW -- I also have Hotchkis sway bars.

I considered coil-overs (Bilstein) but, again in my opinion, coil-overs are a bit of a hassle for street use and I do not track my car.

I hope this helps.

kenchan · 02-25-2012, 07:24 PM

Looking great, mr.onzedge!

Z_ealot · 02-25-2012, 07:44 PM

Took Aoi-chan into the dealership today to fix a problem with the power window motor on the passenger side. From what they told me last week the power window motor burned out on the passenger side and they didnt have a replacement on hand when i showed up so they had to order it last weekend. Came in sometime during the week and went in to have it replaced today, took a while to get the work done but the guys at fontana nissan did a fantastic job making sure everything worked. Apparently from what they also told me it seems to be a common occurance on all the Z's including the 350Z's, but warranty came to save the day so no biggie in the end

memorylasts · 02-25-2012, 07:45 PM

i lowered the front after i got my supper slope ramps to balance the look of the car back out. front was riding high? lol

alcheng · 02-25-2012, 07:54 PM

Very Niceeee Mr.onzedge!!

PapoZalsa · 02-25-2012, 09:08 PM

Took the car to the dealer because I believe the Z has a bad fuel sending unit. Fill up and the bulbs only get to 1/2 tank.

Also took the Z to get the vinyl roof wrap. However the guy had a little bit of a hard time so I got it take back to get the edges retouch.

kenchan · 02-25-2012, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

Took the car to the dealer because I believe the Z has a bad fuel sending unit. Fill up and the bulbs only get to 1/2 tank.

Also took the Z to get the vinyl roof wrap. However the guy had a little bit of a hard time so I got it take back to get the edges retouch.

sucks

hang in there!

takjak2 · 02-25-2012, 10:04 PM

Drove to the dealership and ordered the washers for transmission and diff fluid change. Helped sell a Z while I was there.

Took a friend for a drive on a nice twisty road to ensure I get to drive his RB S13 when its done.

Autox in the morning.

brucelidat · 02-25-2012, 10:34 PM

Went to Autoclub Speedway in Fontana, ca today. There was very little Z representation, I saw 2 350s and 2 other 370s. There was a BMW and s2k army though. There were also your usual bunch of 'vettes and Porsches, 3 GTRs, 2 Ferraris and a Lambo as well as some Mustangs and your usual assortment of STIs, etc. It was way too crowded, though, in the beginner group (there was a GT-r ad Ferrari in the beginner group, btw) so I left early. Also, a fart can Civic spilled oil all over the straight awya and oval which basically scrapped one of our sessions. Anyhow, what's with the low Z turnout at track events I always see a lot of m3s and other groups seem to make it out en masse as well.

brucelidat · 02-25-2012, 10:35 PM

I will create an album with some pics this week when i have time.

happytheman · 02-25-2012, 10:47 PM

I can't wait to go for another drive! I feel like a giddy schoolgirl!

alcheng · 02-25-2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

I can't wait to go for another drive! I feel like a giddy schoolgirl!

I feel ya happytheman, luckily I took the Z out on Wedzzday night to grocery, cos it was snow and icy since then... I can't wait til the next drive, but it's gonna be at least for a while....

Those exhaust... mmm....

start showing up on my list....

happytheman · 02-26-2012, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by alcheng

I feel ya happytheman, luckily I took the Z out on Wedzzday night to grocery, cos it was snow and icy since then... I can't wait til the next drive, but it's gonna be at least for a while....

Those exhaust... mmm....

start showing up on my list....

What exhaust are you considering?

alcheng · 02-26-2012, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

What exhaust are you considering?

My friend just got the 1M couple months ago, and he always tease me with the exhaust note. To be honest, the OEM 1M has a very good sound.

Still not sure will I do it anytime soon, spent quite a bit on the Z ...

But I like the FI, sounds deep but not loud, also thinking about the Borla.

Cell · 02-26-2012, 02:06 AM

Didn't do anything buy I bought some new vanity plates today that says "U MAD" ^_^

02-25-2012, 07:45 PM	#4 (permalink)
memorylasts A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,125 Drives: Cars... Rep Power: 18	i lowered the front after i got my supper slope ramps to balance the look of the car back out. front was riding high? lol __________________ somewhat-journal-thingy

02-25-2012, 09:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
PapoZalsa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Not in Sunny Florida Posts: 6,358 Drives: 16 Nismo w/Tech Pack Rep Power: 4500	Took the car to the dealer because I believe the Z has a bad fuel sending unit. Fill up and the bulbs only get to 1/2 tank. Also took the Z to get the vinyl roof wrap. However the guy had a little bit of a hard time so I got it take back to get the edges retouch. __________________ 2009 370Z MB Base w/Sport Package 6MT Modshack's Custom Air Intakes /3M Clear Bra/ Illuminated Kick Plates / F. I CBE w/12" resonators / EVO-R Front Lip / Rear Hatch Wing / Tein S-Tech Springs /Ilegal Tint in the Rep. of VA/4x20mm Z1 Spacers/ Vinyl Roof/Liquid Carbon Designs

02-25-2012, 10:04 PM	#8 (permalink)
takjak2 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 1,922 Drives: Legit Racecar 370Z Rep Power: 143	Drove to the dealership and ordered the washers for transmission and diff fluid change. Helped sell a Z while I was there. Took a friend for a drive on a nice twisty road to ensure I get to drive his RB S13 when its done. Autox in the morning. __________________ Mods \| Stuff \| Things \| Seat Time \| Nismo facebook.com/TeamSparrowSpeed

02-25-2012, 10:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 32	Went to Autoclub Speedway in Fontana, ca today. There was very little Z representation, I saw 2 350s and 2 other 370s. There was a BMW and s2k army though. There were also your usual bunch of 'vettes and Porsches, 3 GTRs, 2 Ferraris and a Lambo as well as some Mustangs and your usual assortment of STIs, etc. It was way too crowded, though, in the beginner group (there was a GT-r ad Ferrari in the beginner group, btw) so I left early. Also, a fart can Civic spilled oil all over the straight awya and oval which basically scrapped one of our sessions. Anyhow, what's with the low Z turnout at track events I always see a lot of m3s and other groups seem to make it out en masse as well. __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

02-25-2012, 10:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
brucelidat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: temple city, ca Posts: 2,432 Drives: 2011 370z 7AT GM Sp Rep Power: 32	I will create an album with some pics this week when i have time. __________________ Works Emotion CR Ultimate - FI CBE w/ 18" resonators - Ecutek - eibach sways - Quaife - FI LTH w/race cats - kw v3 - spl - Topgunz SC - 488whp 398trq

02-25-2012, 07:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	Looking great, mr.onzedge!

02-25-2012, 07:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
Z_ealot A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 2,045 Drives: 09 370Z Touring/Sprt Rep Power: 10091	Took Aoi-chan into the dealership today to fix a problem with the power window motor on the passenger side. From what they told me last week the power window motor burned out on the passenger side and they didnt have a replacement on hand when i showed up so they had to order it last weekend. Came in sometime during the week and went in to have it replaced today, took a while to get the work done but the guys at fontana nissan did a fantastic job making sure everything worked. Apparently from what they also told me it seems to be a common occurance on all the Z's including the 350Z's, but warranty came to save the day so no biggie in the end

02-25-2012, 07:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418354	Very Niceeee Mr.onzedge!!

02-25-2012, 10:47 PM	#11 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	I can't wait to go for another drive! I feel like a giddy schoolgirl! __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

02-26-2012, 02:06 AM	#15 (permalink)
Cell A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,449 Drives: A Garbage Truck Rep Power: 22	Didn't do anything buy I bought some new vanity plates today that says "U MAD" ^_^

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