What did you do with your Z today III

m4a1mustang · 04-15-2012, 07:02 PM

I mentioned a while ago that I was going to get a mountain bike. I was going to get a cheap one but didn't like it, so I got one a little more expensive. I also dug out my old bike rack and used the S2000 to take it home. I also went grocery shopping with the S2000. It's my utility vehicle.

I will probably take it camping this summer too.

happytheman · 04-15-2012, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by dAvenue

A rock punctured the condenser. I'll need a new one but it comes with a new radiator which is really expensive. We're just going to drive back to Dallas without A/C and begin a more detailed search for parts. Not good news but not horrible either.

I'm going to assume this is not covered? Well, I can then further assume you will likely not go OEM for a replacement, eh?

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Originally Posted by DufDaddy

Washed, clayed, waxed! Zed is smooth as a baby's bottom and in glimmer mode for spring!

Very nice Duff!

What kind of clay did you use?

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I mentioned a while ago that I was going to get a mountain bike. I was going to get a cheap one but didn't like it, so I got one a little more expensive. I also dug out my old bike rack and used the S2000 to take it home. I also went grocery shopping with the S2000. It's my utility vehicle.

I will probably take it camping this summer too.

I love those s2ks! They just look like so much fun to drive. Do they respond well to bolt on breathing mods?

m4a1mustang · 04-15-2012, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

I'm going to assume this is not covered? Well, I can then further assume you will likely not go OEM for a replacement, eh?

Very nice Duff!

What kind of clay did you use?

I love those s2ks! They just look like so much fun to drive. Do they respond well to bolt on breathing mods?

Not really. They are pretty much tapped out N/A. If you want more power it's best just to go FI.

Mine is stock and is gonna stay that way. Still super fun to drive.

dAvenue · 04-16-2012, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

I'm going to assume this is not covered? Well, I can then further assume you will likely not go OEM for a replacement, eh?

Yeah, it's not covered under warranty unfortunately. So instead of just replacing the OEM condenser, I'm really considering pulling the trigger on CSF's radiator/condenser package. It's about half the cost of OEM and seems like a no-brainer.

kenchan · 04-15-2012, 07:56 PM

Good evening mr.alcheng. I would keep eye open for used sport brakes for sale (calipers) and get new rotors and pads aftermarket.

alcheng · 04-15-2012, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Good evening mr.alcheng. I would keep eye open for used sport brakes for sale (calipers) and get new rotors and pads aftermarket.

Thank you Mr.kenchan.

Meanwhile I will lookup the parts locally too, cos the cost for S&H will be quite $$$ due to the weight.

bbigby64 · 04-15-2012, 08:45 PM

I've been gone for 4 days out of town, visiting my dad, step mom, and family on Long Island. The wife and I originally planned on visiting Philly, but news about my dad's being in the hospital changed those plans. He's okay now, after being under observation; he has to wear a defribulator for a month. Then, the docs will decide what to do for the long term.

Anyway, on the way to Long Island, and back to Rochester, I didn't see a single 370Z on the road! That's 700 miles of driving. However, I saw 2 300ZX's, 4 350Z's (I even accidentally parked by one in the hospital parking lot). Mostly, i saw the 350z's on LI. Where ARE WE??? I like being unique, but I want Nissan to keep making the cars!

Anyway, this trip gave me the first opportunity to test what the Z could do. It performed admirably. On some long straight stretches of Interstate 81 (speed limit 65), the Z hit 110 mph, if only briefly. I just wanted a taste. I backed off quickly. Didn't want to push my luck. Most times, I and some other leading cars were traveling at 80 mph, except of course when we were traveling on slower roads. I arrived home in record time ... 5 hrs, 16 minutes (355 miles). It was a fun ride today. VROOM! VROOM!

happytheman · 04-15-2012, 09:11 PM

Sorry to hear about your dad. Is he going to be all right?

Srenity · 04-15-2012, 09:37 PM

Okay guys here it is a picture cronicle of the entire body color change of my Z!!!

Stock:

Prep:

Paint of Choice:

Paint Booth:

Finished Paint Job:

I even painted the seats red!!! I just need to figure out what to do with wheels and door inserts and I will have a one of kind 40th anniversary die cast.

Of course I would not paint my actual 40th silly!!!!!! For that car I installed Eibach sways and did a wash and clay job. She is all cleaned up for bed.

bbigby64 · 04-15-2012, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Sorry to hear about your dad. Is he going to be all right?

He's fine now, but he had a mild stroke that partially affected his vision in one eye. He says that it's improving. Thank God.

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onzedge · 04-15-2012, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by bbigby64

He's fine now, but he had a mild stroke that partially affected his vision in one eye. He says that it's improving. Thank God.

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I am happy he is getting better.

bbigby64 · 04-15-2012, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

I am happy he is getting better.

Thanks for the support, man. He got out of the hospital the night before his birthday. The wife and I bought an ASUS Transformer Prime for him, and he's amazed at the power and features.

Bucketlist2012 · 04-15-2012, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by bbigby64

He's fine now, but he had a mild stroke that partially affected his vision in one eye. He says that it's improving. Thank God.

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Glad your dad is OK...I am a double stroke survivor, and I know what it is like..Scary stuff..

It rattles your confidence, and scares the hell out of you..

I wish him the best..

bbigby64 · 04-15-2012, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucketlist2012

Glad your dad is OK...I am a double stroke survivor, and I know what it is like..Scary stuff..

It rattles your confidence, and scares the hell out of you..

I wish him the best..

Yes, that's some scary stuff. I hope that you're fully healed, and thanks!

Fire · 04-15-2012, 10:50 PM

Good to hear your dad is doing better bbig. But slow down. Dam now I know why the State Troopers are always watching me. LOL J/K they know me and don't bother me. Srenity April fools is over but you did get us all.

04-15-2012, 07:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	I mentioned a while ago that I was going to get a mountain bike. I was going to get a cheap one but didn't like it, so I got one a little more expensive. I also dug out my old bike rack and used the S2000 to take it home. I also went grocery shopping with the S2000. It's my utility vehicle. I will probably take it camping this summer too. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

04-15-2012, 08:45 PM	#7 (permalink)
bbigby64 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Fairport, NY Posts: 389 Drives: 10 370Z 7AT Sport Rep Power: 15	I've been gone for 4 days out of town, visiting my dad, step mom, and family on Long Island. The wife and I originally planned on visiting Philly, but news about my dad's being in the hospital changed those plans. He's okay now, after being under observation; he has to wear a defribulator for a month. Then, the docs will decide what to do for the long term. Anyway, on the way to Long Island, and back to Rochester, I didn't see a single 370Z on the road! That's 700 miles of driving. However, I saw 2 300ZX's, 4 350Z's (I even accidentally parked by one in the hospital parking lot). Mostly, i saw the 350z's on LI. Where ARE WE??? I like being unique, but I want Nissan to keep making the cars! Anyway, this trip gave me the first opportunity to test what the Z could do. It performed admirably. On some long straight stretches of Interstate 81 (speed limit 65), the Z hit 110 mph, if only briefly. I just wanted a taste. I backed off quickly. Didn't want to push my luck. Most times, I and some other leading cars were traveling at 80 mph, except of course when we were traveling on slower roads. I arrived home in record time ... 5 hrs, 16 minutes (355 miles). It was a fun ride today. VROOM! VROOM! __________________ -Bruce Last edited by bbigby64; 04-15-2012 at 09:30 PM. Reason: route should read Interstate

04-15-2012, 09:11 PM	#8 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	Sorry to hear about your dad. Is he going to be all right? __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

04-15-2012, 10:50 PM	#15 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Good to hear your dad is doing better bbig. But slow down. Dam now I know why the State Troopers are always watching me. LOL J/K they know me and don't bother me. Srenity April fools is over but you did get us all. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

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