What did you do with your Z today II

alcheng · 03-23-2012, 05:36 PM

Mr.kenchan, if I am getting the studs-replacement type, then I will have my mechanic prepare them for me, so I won't worry about the length of the studs.

If I go with bolt-on, then for sure I will go for the best quality since I want to make sure the spacers will bolt onto the hub properly.

My understanding is for the studs-replacement type, the most important is the length of the replacement-studs, and it sits centered on the hub.

If it meets those two criteria, the studs-replacement spacer is being sandwiched between the wheel and the hub, and all three parts, hub-spacer-wheel, are tighten by 5 X single-stud&lug.

I find it seems a safer and sturdier setup than the bolt-on.

Correct??

kenchan · 03-23-2012, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZMan8

Why do you prefer Eibach Mr. Kenchan? Is it because of the lip issues with H&R

That is part of it but I think they are pretty much equivalent parts as far as weight and craftsmanship.

Quote:

Originally Posted by alcheng

Mr.kenchan, if I am getting the studs-replacement type, then I will have my mechanic prepare them for me, so I won't worry about the length of the studs.

If I go with bolt-on, then for sure I will go for the best quality since I want to make sure the spacers will bolt onto the hub properly.

My understanding is for the studs-replacement type, the most important is the length of the replacement-studs, and it sits centered on the hub.

If it meets those two criteria, the studs-replacement spacer is being sandwiched between the wheel and the hub, and all three parts, hub-spacer-wheel, are tighten by 5 X single-stud&lug.

I find it seems a safer and sturdier setup than the bolt-on.

Correct??

Wat I worry about no brand is the materials they use. Even stock studs break if torqued incorrectly using no spacer. Atleast oem studs are manufactured to meet a very rigorous validation process. Unless over torqued significantly stock studs don't usually break. No brands could be studs made at some bonehead factory using contaminated materials using weak manufacturing process. It might appear strong, it can still break under normal use.

I do not think stud replacement types are any stronger than bolt on type if bolt ons are used correctly.

bolt on types are convenient to use on wheels that have cavities between the studs on the disc. Stud replacement type is more convenient for all sorts of wheels although a little bit of a pita to install or remove.

Baer383 · 03-23-2012, 08:35 PM

Finally drove my car today a little to test it out,it runs great and it revs up like my GSXR 750,man tomorrow if the weather is good about 30 of us are going to Z1 for a BBQ and dyno day I'm going to put it up on the dyno to see if the proof is in the pudding.

kenchan · 03-23-2012, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baer383

Finally drove my car today a little to test it out,it runs great and it revs up like my GSXR 750,man tomorrow if the weather is good about 30 of us are going to Z1 for a BBQ and dyno day I'm going to put it up on the dyno to see if the proof is in the pudding.

Nice~!

SPOHN · 03-23-2012, 08:21 PM

Just ordered the Shine Spec S lip and side skirts kit. Finally I'll have some styling on the out side. I've always hated the stock front clip and rockers. Good thing it was in stock. Finally I have good luck

kenchan · 03-23-2012, 08:47 PM

Had charburger and cheese fries and chilli tonight.

Before that I worked on painting the bits on the entrance door to my house. Looks great.

Going to finish painitng the other bits tomorrow. Followed by Fit wheel swap. Hope my back can hold. Lol. I need to bring up the summers from the basement.

Then wash my G and Fit in the pm. Then sunday pulling out my Z.

ZScr3am · 03-23-2012, 08:56 PM

I took her out of the garage to go to the gun range. When I got back I had a surprise on the porch. It was my spacers. Finally!! It was an easy DIY with the help of Modshack and a few other people. I ran into a problem though neither of my front rotors had that little screw that holds it tight. Do they actually need that?! I am a little concerned with that screw not being there!! Any thoughts on that? Thanks for any input in advance!!

alcheng · 03-23-2012, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

Had charburger and cheese fries and chilli tonight.

Before that I worked on painting the bits on the entrance door to my house. Looks great.

Going to finish painitng the other bits tomorrow. Followed by Fit wheel swap. Hope my back can hold. Lol. I need to bring up the summers from the basement.

Then wash my G and Fit in the pm. Then sunday pulling out my Z.

dinner ---

motor action tmr & Sun ---

ZMan8 · 03-23-2012, 10:31 PM

I had a late dinner too tonight. Tomorrow it's back to the office ...

alcheng · 03-23-2012, 10:33 PM

dude, you work on weekend too, eh??

ZMan8 · 03-23-2012, 10:36 PM

well during tax season yes I work a lot. Thur. this week was the worst: in the office from 9 am - 9:30 Pm

Tomorow its a 9-6 type day

alcheng · 03-23-2012, 10:50 PM

Have you decided on the spacer yet???

onzedge · 03-23-2012, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alcheng

Have you decided on the spacer yet???

Mr Alcheng! How is it going?

alcheng · 03-23-2012, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

Mr Alcheng! How is it going?

Mr.onzedge, good evening!! Or should we put it Good Morning? LOL

It was kind of a long day for me. And finally resting at home. Thinking about should a take a Z out for a spin... hehee

And try not to think about the spacer thing for now, hahaa, a little too much on that and I will have to talk to my mechanic to see if he can make a test fit for me sometimes. Gotta give him a call sometimes next week.

How was you night Mr.onzedge??

LakeShow · 03-23-2012, 11:55 PM

Drove it like I stole it.

03-23-2012, 05:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418354	Mr.kenchan, if I am getting the studs-replacement type, then I will have my mechanic prepare them for me, so I won't worry about the length of the studs. If I go with bolt-on, then for sure I will go for the best quality since I want to make sure the spacers will bolt onto the hub properly. My understanding is for the studs-replacement type, the most important is the length of the replacement-studs, and it sits centered on the hub. If it meets those two criteria, the studs-replacement spacer is being sandwiched between the wheel and the hub, and all three parts, hub-spacer-wheel, are tighten by 5 X single-stud&lug. I find it seems a safer and sturdier setup than the bolt-on. Correct?? Last edited by alcheng; 03-23-2012 at 05:41 PM.

03-23-2012, 08:35 PM	#3 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	Finally drove my car today a little to test it out,it runs great and it revs up like my GSXR 750,man tomorrow if the weather is good about 30 of us are going to Z1 for a BBQ and dyno day I'm going to put it up on the dyno to see if the proof is in the pudding. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

03-23-2012, 08:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 46 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 222	Just ordered the Shine Spec S lip and side skirts kit. Finally I'll have some styling on the out side. I've always hated the stock front clip and rockers. Good thing it was in stock. Finally I have good luck __________________

03-23-2012, 08:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
ZScr3am Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nashville Posts: 118 Drives: 11 370z 6MT Rep Power: 14	I took her out of the garage to go to the gun range. When I got back I had a surprise on the porch. It was my spacers. Finally!! It was an easy DIY with the help of Modshack and a few other people. I ran into a problem though neither of my front rotors had that little screw that holds it tight. Do they actually need that?! I am a little concerned with that screw not being there!! Any thoughts on that? Thanks for any input in advance!! __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT-19" Vertini Riviera Wheels-Swift Spec R-15mm F and 20mm R spacers-Stillen Gen 3 Powder Coated Red-F.I. 18" Res CBE-Berk HFC-UpRev-Tommy Kaira Heavy Baby Knob-GTR Start Button-Pioneer Avic Z130-Image Dynamics CXS64 v.2, IDQ10 V.3 D4& i5800- 5% Tint-Gloss Black Vinyl roof-Evo-R Fog Light and Mirrors... More to come!

03-23-2012, 10:31 PM	#9 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 659	I had a late dinner too tonight. Tomorrow it's back to the office ... __________________ 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

03-23-2012, 08:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	Had charburger and cheese fries and chilli tonight. Before that I worked on painting the bits on the entrance door to my house. Looks great. Going to finish painitng the other bits tomorrow. Followed by Fit wheel swap. Hope my back can hold. Lol. I need to bring up the summers from the basement. Then wash my G and Fit in the pm. Then sunday pulling out my Z.

03-23-2012, 10:33 PM	#10 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418354	dude, you work on weekend too, eh??

03-23-2012, 10:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 659	well during tax season yes I work a lot. Thur. this week was the worst: in the office from 9 am - 9:30 Pm Tomorow its a 9-6 type day __________________ 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

03-23-2012, 10:50 PM	#12 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418354	Have you decided on the spacer yet??? Last edited by alcheng; 03-23-2012 at 10:52 PM.

03-23-2012, 11:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	Drove it like I stole it. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

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