Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785556)

I'm definitely not as concerned as a lot of guys about the rain issue, but everything else you mention is precisely why I haven't been back to the dealer :shakes head:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785517)

On another note, I'm think we're going to be looking at replacing the Accord when the clutch finally craps out. When it comes down to it, we enjoyed a solid 80K+ miles in about 4.5 years with minimal repair hassles (the only major repairs were all 100% covered under Honda Care warranty). I can't complain, and I really don't feel like putting half the value of the car back into it at this point to do clutch, paint, and replace the drooping fabric on the interior. My wife really likes the G sedans, but we've also been considering a SUV like the new Explorer or something. I would like something with some power and room, but if it becomes the wife DD, then I don't really care :icon17:

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785548)

sounds good! :tup: i too like the current gen G-sedan (im not much of a sedan or minivan or suv guy so i think they did a good job). i think if i had to get a sedan i'd probably get the TSX 4banger with 6MT though. and lower it, run wider 19's, an axleback or something. :) i'll probably drive the thing everywhere taking night shots and stuff.

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785598)

If we put my wife in a TSX after having the Z for her DD, she will filet me alive. :icon17: I like your ideas there, but she doesn't care about stance or anything. If she gets a new car, then I get free reign on the Z :tup: (excluding financial reign, of course). Read: black chrome emblems, black out fang/rear valence, color-matched door handles, exhaust, tune, and possibly some rims eventually. For now.... ;)

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785577)

Dude -- one word, just one: Juke.

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785619)

I want to test drive one with a 6MT, and I will definitely plan to do so during car shopping. A little concerned about room, but it may be a good choice since my wife just got a new job and her driving route will be changing significantly - double the distance, less highway, and more traffic.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785600)

really? those tsx if modded right can look real nice, i think. i see them everyday and see potential. :tup: they look better than any of the bimmers out today.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785600)

i'd cruise in the thing relaxed and all and just enjoy scenery, listen to smooth tracks.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785620)

hey congrats to your wife, JAR! :tup:

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785626)

We have the 6MT Juke and they are hard to find. My wife will not drive an auto trans.

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785637)

Happy National No Panty day y'all! :tup:





Had a great drive into work from the Dr office. :tup:

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785637)

Happy National No Panty day y'all! :tup:





Had a great drive into work from the Dr office. :tup:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785644)

Was it the doctor that told you that?!? Why do I not already know about this holiday?!?! :bowrofl:

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785645)

I am not wearing any today.

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785637)

Happy National No Panty day y'all! :tup:





Had a great drive into work from the Dr office. :tup:

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785645)

I am not wearing any today.

Originally Posted by shadoquad (Post 1785662)

I always go commando, except when I don't

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785664)

But other days you do? :rofl2:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785632)

I will always love the M3, but I agree with you 99% :tup:

I try to cruise relaxed in the Z most of the time, but sometimes she's just begging for :driving: And I definitely listen to smooth tracks - windows down, stereo off :icon17:

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785637)

Happy National No Panty day y'all! :tup:

Had a great drive into work from the Dr office. :tup:

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785665)

Much easier for guys to pull it off.

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785671)

How do you figure? Do you know how many times it's gotten stuck in my jean's zipper? :eek::roflpuke2:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785671)

How do you figure? Do you know how many times it's gotten stuck in my jean's zipper? :eek::roflpuke2:

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785679)

Button-fly FTW.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785670)

i definitely do not drive the Z very quietly. :tup:



huh, i was not aware of this holiday. did you just make this up?
morning pint! :tup:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785671)

How do you figure? Do you know how many times it's gotten stuck in my jean's zipper? :eek::roflpuke2:

Originally Posted by SPOHN (Post 1785034)

My car is on all it's wheels and rolling. Going to body shop Monday.

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785318)

Happy Friday everyone. It's just another workday in paradise.

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785626)

We have the 6MT Juke and they are hard to find. My wife will not drive an auto trans.

Originally Posted by shadoquad (Post 1785682)

:roflpuke2::roflpuke2::roflpuke2:



And there's always the infamous mud-butt (or swamp-azz). I don't really go commando. I used to when I was in college quite a bit.

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1785684)

Takes too long to un-do. And I wait to the LAST MINUTE to go pee so I need the quickness of a zipper fly.

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1785686)

I never go commando, btw. You never know when you are going to have to lose your pants.

So it's always a good idea to wear stylish and clean underwear.

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1785684)

Takes too long to un-do. And I wait to the LAST MINUTE to go pee so I need the quickness of a zipper fly.

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1785686)

I never go commando, btw. You never know when you are going to have to lose your pants.

So it's always a good idea to wear stylish and clean underwear.

Originally Posted by alcheng (Post 1785693)

ok dudes.... are we having this how-to-pee talk on this TGIF??? :icon14: :ugh2:

:bowrofl: :bowrofl:

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785710)

It's Happy National No Panties Day!! What kind of discussion did you THINK Ms. Pint was trying to start? :icon17:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1785684)

Takes too long to un-do. And I wait to the LAST MINUTE to go pee so I need the quickness of a zipper fly.

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785711)

:tup:

It's been too many hours since we were off topic, figured this would help.

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785345)

hahaha, yah, both. i had a long day at work yesterday. :icon17: but i was able to do some car stuff in the garage last night so that was :tup:

the satechi is probably one of the best ones out there...but that swivel that can't click to its horizontal detent is :ugh2:

btw, im not sure about the zoom you bought, but my tascam's mic polar pattern (mic's pickup pattern) is directly forward to 90degress perpendicular. so that means it will prioritize sound that is picked up forward of the front seats. since the cabin is small it picks up a lot of the nice exhaust note too :yum: while reducing road noise. :)

if i want more bass frequency of the exhaust i could position the recorder pointing more towards the ceiling, but will also add the rumbling road noise down 25-55hz area. i suggest not using any hi-pass filters or limiter on the recorder and just play with the positions first.

Originally Posted by JARblue (Post 1785708)

:iagree:



So if you don't have stylish and clean underwear, you're better off commando. I will keep that in mind :bowrofl:

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785328)

I am working from home today -- it's a double-edged sword.

Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1785523)

I am lucky in that my dealership's service department is staffed by old Datsun guys and they treat fellow enthusiasts with respect -- even when I brought the Juke in for its complimentary first oil change and inspection.

Originally Posted by happytheman (Post 1785743)

Please explain. Is it becuase you find it easy to get distracted at home?



I am lucky in that my dealership's GTR Tech is also my friend. He does my aftermarket work and shares a love of all things Nissan (especially the Z, of which he has IIRC either 11 or 12 of them presently in one racing condition or another)!:tup:

Originally Posted by shadoquad (Post 1785682)

:roflpuke2::roflpuke2::roflpuke2:



And there's always the infamous mud-butt (or swamp-azz). I don't really go commando. I used to when I was in college quite a bit.

Originally Posted by happytheman (Post 1785758)

Whoops! Wrong room...... :eek: :wtf2:

Originally Posted by Pintsize725 (Post 1785685)

Hi Kenchan!! :hello: I think the males invented this one recently.

Originally Posted by GaleForce (Post 1785721)

This is form the Zoom website,

"The H1's built-in directional microphones focus on the sound being recorded. Unlike omnidirectional microphones, which pick up sound all around indiscriminately, the H1 mics ignore the unwanted noise behind them."

So it sounds like it will record whatever is in front of the mic better than the rear. The nice thing about that cup holder mount is it will be easy to play around with positioning like you suggest. :tup:

After your experimenting, it really showed that the stand alone mic is the best option to achieve the best sond quality. I can also use it in a similar fashion with my 7D. If I can't get the desired sounds in the Z, I can always add an external mic for outside of the car.

Originally Posted by happytheman (Post 1785852)

Enjoy your Friday guys!
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