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mike12002us 04-16-2013 02:44 PM

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A quick and easy mod is to paint the oil dipstick. Couldn't stand the yellow sticking out in the engine bay. Best part was it was free I had some black spray paint laying around(Black Gloss) and it turned out well. Also I took the warning off the radiator cap.

Schsplayer00 04-16-2013 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NickTurnon (Post 2266936)
SOOOO Expensive Haha!

I'm selling one on the parts area for $50 shipped

NickTurnon 04-16-2013 03:09 PM

$50-100 for a couple pieces of plastic really turns me off.

I can think of 12 things better then spending money for an emblem haha.

happytheman 04-16-2013 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mike12002us (Post 2269873)
A quick and easy mod is to paint the oil dipstick. Couldn't stand the yellow sticking out in the engine bay. Best part was it was free I had some black spray paint laying around(Black Gloss) and it turned out well. Also I took the warning off the radiator cap.

I like it! :tup: Good idea. I was just staring at the dipstick the other day going:
http://images.zaazu.com/img/scratch-...0416-large.gif

happytheman 04-16-2013 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NickTurnon (Post 2269951)
$50-100 for a couple pieces of plastic really turns me off.

I can think of 12 things better then spending money for an emblem haha.

12? That's a very specific number, and it makes me go:

http://images.zaazu.com/img/scratch-...0416-large.gif

Vichtz 05-14-2013 02:51 PM

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In case anyone was wondering, a tow hook WILL fit the Stillen front Fascia, but it is tight. The air intake for the Gen 3's gets in the way a bit, but it went on. I bought it from here: PURPLE Front Screw on Aluminum Tow Hook for 05 06 07 08 Nissan 350Z 22MM : Amazon.com : Automotive

http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1368561074

Huck 05-14-2013 03:08 PM

Nice! I still need to get mine from Osiris, he's giving me his old one. I'll powder cost it white and mount it :)


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kenchan 05-14-2013 03:09 PM

i recently swapped to GTR maplight lenses. kinda cool. $30 or something.

DarkJak 05-21-2013 04:18 PM

Nismo GT2 Brake Duct Kit w/ NACA Ducts 350Z - 99996-Z3344 - Nismo

I was googling brake ducts and came across this. It's made for the 350Z, but it'd probably fit outside the bumper cutout area and it's only $100. Cheaper than the stillen kit and of course the Nismo RC ducts.

happytheman 05-21-2013 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2315647)
i recently swapped to GTR maplight lenses. kinda cool. $30 or something.

Linky?

seizer8 06-01-2013 12:01 AM

This is a cool hood/ hatch emblem.

Nissan 370Z Z Badge Emblem Fairlady Z34 370 350Z nismo Bodykit Front Rear | eBay

sparky 06-01-2013 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by seizer8 (Post 2342858)

I ordered this from that seller awhile ago and it's a nice piece. Satin aluminum finish and fit perfectly.

Cbtech 06-02-2013 12:46 AM

$2 Radar Detector mount :tup:

Bananaz 01-07-2014 11:15 PM

Bringing this back :)

scottIN 01-08-2014 08:46 AM

Anyone tried one of these kits? One of the guys in the local club got one but I never heard how everything worked out. It's a lot of dress up for $95.

http://www.zspec.us/Z34_collection.htm

phantom370z 01-08-2014 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by scottIN (Post 2641825)
Anyone tried one of these kits? One of the guys in the local club got one but I never heard how everything worked out. It's a lot of dress up for $95.

http://www.zspec.us/Z34_collection.htm

Cool looking but I've not talked to anyone who's done it.

Jimbo370 05-16-2014 10:31 AM

Any new cheap mods lately. keep it going.

takjak2 05-18-2014 08:23 AM

If you have harnesses... get some elastic shoelaces and tie the latches back a-la euro endurance racing. Will be posting a full thread with pics sometime.

Mozen 05-24-2014 04:12 PM

Hood vents
 
http://www.the370z.com/members/mozen...nal-instal.jpg

Under 200 for the vents, materials and bay time.

Pintsize725 05-24-2014 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mozen (Post 2832424)
http://www.the370z.com/members/mozen...nal-instal.jpg

Under 200 for the vents, materials and bay time.

How complicated was the install? Did you DIY?

Huck 05-24-2014 04:42 PM

Not complicated, just measure well, then trace out the holes with a piece if paper and cut. Seal them in with silicone or something similar.

Zdayz 2014!!

Felix 808 05-24-2014 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Huck (Post 2832441)
Not complicated, just measure well, then trace out the holes with a piece if paper and cut. Seal them in with silicone or something similar.

Zdayz 2014!!

:iagree: The measuring is the trick of it, because you have 1 chance to get it right & 2 changes to muck it up ;)

Pintsize725 05-24-2014 08:59 PM

Not sure if I want to risk it and botch the not too old paint job on my hood.

qickdraw 05-24-2014 09:42 PM

Loving this thread! Keep 'em coming!


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Felix 808 05-24-2014 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 2832633)
Not sure if I want to risk it and botch the not too old paint job on my hood.

Botching the paint is not a problem as the flange on the vents will cover any edging trouble like chips or jagged cuts (within reason of course). Getting the vents aligned properly depending on how you lay them out can be a time consuming head-ache & be a real problem if you do not lay them out correctly & cut it, because if they are off, you & everyone else will know it. ;)

http://www.the370z.com/members/felix...130703-909.jpghttp://www.the370z.com/members/felix...130654-088.jpg

axmea? 05-26-2014 11:52 AM

For those with protruding skirts. These kept rocks and debris from shredding it. I'm going to try a spray on truck bed liner on the metal piece when I get a chance. Total cost, under $10.

[IMG]https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2841/...9c43378854.jpgDSCN5839 by axmea?, on Flickr[/IMG]

kenchan 05-26-2014 12:57 PM

that's cool. i use clearbra for those painted areas. :)

370zBoyz 09-18-2014 11:31 PM

- Tailights red reverse/turn signal vinyl overlay
- Headlights gloss black amber reflector vinly overlay

http://s28.postimg.org/wwjts7gfg/image.jpg
http://s28.postimg.org/dc5apffu5/689261528_o.jpg

scottIN 09-19-2014 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea? (Post 2834209)
For those with protruding skirts. These kept rocks and debris from shredding it. I'm going to try a spray on truck bed liner on the metal piece when I get a chance. Total cost, under $10.

[IMG]https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2841/...9c43378854.jpgDSCN5839 by axmea?, on Flickr[/IMG]

I've got the same issue on my black Evo-R blades. Every wash, I take a sponge and a bottle of Back-To-Black and do a quick swipe. Looks perfect from a few feet away.

white_wolf 12-09-2014 08:55 PM

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m...ps621a7040.jpg

XD I custom made and ordered this vinyl online.

Bluebatmobile 12-10-2014 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 370zBoyz (Post 2970764)
- Tailights red reverse/turn signal vinyl overlay
- Headlights gloss black amber reflector vinly overlay

http://s28.postimg.org/wwjts7gfg/image.jpg
http://s28.postimg.org/dc5apffu5/689261528_o.jpg

Mine :)?

B@t

axmea? 12-10-2014 11:22 PM

Some have already seen this in my album.
For those with spanner wrenches, I molded them into the foam blocks.
Here's how: Spanner Wrench Mod


http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2872/1...6c5cfa93_z.jpg

LMBmikeZ 12-11-2014 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zBoyz (Post 2970764)
- Tailights red reverse/turn signal vinyl overlay
- Headlights gloss black amber reflector vinly overlay

http://s28.postimg.org/wwjts7gfg/image.jpg
http://s28.postimg.org/dc5apffu5/689261528_o.jpg

Nice :tup:

Can you post a pic of your red overlay for the tails? I was also considering the red but cannot find any pictures of it :tup:

G.Shadow 01-17-2015 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman (Post 1489203)

Has anyone bought this from here? Looks slick. I want.

Z370Z011 04-03-2015 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by white_wolf (Post 3052173)
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m...ps621a7040.jpg

XD I custom made and ordered this vinyl online.

where can I get some vinyl stickers like this?

kalkat102 04-06-2015 06:22 PM

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15...212bef4a24.jpg


Not sure if this counts but it was cheap


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jepetto 04-06-2015 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by G.Shadow (Post 3084385)
Has anyone bought this from here? Looks slick. I want.

I did. If you do, take your time and have a buddy help you. GL

kalkat102 04-14-2015 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Z370Z011 (Post 3158690)
where can I get some vinyl stickers like this?

Would like one as well.

P's_Z 04-19-2015 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mike12002us (Post 2269873)
A quick and easy mod is to paint the oil dipstick. Couldn't stand the yellow sticking out in the engine bay. Best part was it was free I had some black spray paint laying around(Black Gloss) and it turned out well. Also I took the warning off the radiator cap.

Did this as well :tup:

louiey370z 04-25-2015 10:54 AM

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...d=221740235661

Is this legit?


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