What did you do with your Z today V (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

RiCharlie · 07-27-2013, 02:34 PM

I went for a nice ride with my wife to see some sunflowers in nearby Ct. Nice drive except for the fact that..well she doesn't appreciate the 370. I had to drive real slow and put up with humiliation after humiliation as car after car passed us...the ultimate insult being passed by guy in an old truck with a ladder attached to the roof!

Younger single guys..take notice!! DON"T SAY YOU WEREN'T WARNED!

JARblue · 07-27-2013, 03:58 PM

I finally removed the clutch helper spring. After a short test drive, I am pleased with the result. I still plan to purchase the RJM clutch pedal assembly... some day

I replaced my in-cabin air filter with STP CAF7766 filter after removing the foam edges. Absolutely perfect fit and half the price of an OEM one

I am currently in the process of detailing the interiors of both cars and hoping to be able to wash and wax the Z later today or tomorrow.

onzedge · 07-27-2013, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I finally removed the clutch helper spring. After a short test drive, I am pleased with the result. I still plan to purchase the RJM clutch pedal assembly... some day

I replaced my in-cabin air filter with STP CAF7766 filter after removing the foam edges. Absolutely perfect fit and half the price of an OEM one

I am currently in the process of detailing the interiors of both cars and hoping to be able to wash and wax the Z later today or tomorrow.

axmea? · 07-27-2013, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I finally removed the clutch helper spring. After a short test drive, I am pleased with the result. I still plan to purchase the RJM clutch pedal assembly... some day

I am currently in the process of detailing the interiors of both cars and hoping to be able to wash and wax the Z later today or tomorrow.

Our weekends are shot because of the Z.

Quote:

Originally Posted by RiCharlie

I went for a nice ride with my wife to see some sunflowers in nearby Ct. Nice drive except for the fact that..well she doesn't appreciate the 370. I had to drive real slow and put up with humiliation after humiliation as car after car passed us...the ultimate insult being passed by guy in an old truck with a ladder attached to the roof!

Younger single guys..take notice!! DON"T SAY YOU WEREN'T WARNED!

That's too bad she does not appreciate it. My wife was ok with it. In fact she challenged me we don't take it out enough. The only problem she had was the noise and the exhaust. It was too loud for her. So, I gave her a ring........uummm ring-ing in her ears

On the passenger side, there is a supply of earplugs.

JARblue · 07-27-2013, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Our weekends are shot because of the Z.

On the contrary, I think the weekends that are shot are ones I don't spend a bunch of time with the Z

madwi · 07-27-2013, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

I finally removed the clutch helper spring. After a short test drive, I am pleased with the result. I still plan to purchase the RJM clutch pedal assembly... some day

I replaced my in-cabin air filter with STP CAF7766 filter after removing the foam edges. Absolutely perfect fit and half the price of an OEM one

I am currently in the process of detailing the interiors of both cars and hoping to be able to wash and wax the Z later today or tomorrow.

I removed the helper spring about a month ago. It feels OK, but man that high engagement point really messes with me, I still try to put it to the floor between shifts. I blame my polish half... I am in the same boat of eyeballin the RJM clutch pedal assembly. buy it, install it and let me know if you would do it again

JARblue · 07-27-2013, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by madwi

I removed the helper spring about a month ago. It feels OK, but man that high engagement point really messes with me, I still try to put it to the floor between shifts. I blame my polish half... I am in the same boat of eyeballin the RJM clutch pedal assembly. buy it, install it and let me know if you would do it again

I've driven cars with adjustable clutch pedal before, and they are amazing. If you've got the money to spend, do it. You won't regret it. Honestly, while the clutch is noticeably different compared to stock with the spring, it's not that significant. When my buddy got an adjustable pedal for his M3, I had the chance to drive it before and after and it was like night and day. I have some other priorities first, but the RJM clutch pedal is definitely high up on the list.

Fountainhead · 07-27-2013, 05:27 PM

Changed my diff fluid today. Put in Mobile 1 75W90 GL compatible. Typically, the magnetic drain plug was coated with iron/steel filings just like the other pics. I didn't jack it up just laid on my back and filled first with the bottle then with a large syringe my wife gave me (she's a nurse). I used just over 1.5 quarts. I filled until I saw it run out the fill hole and then let it drain for several minutes, then put the screw back in.
I got new washers for top and bottom plugs.
Fluid was like dark chocolate and markedly darker than what I put in, which was a clear yellow color.

224NismoZ34 · 07-27-2013, 05:29 PM

Installed my shift extender and shift knob

madwi · 07-27-2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 224NismoZ34

Installed my shift extender and shift knob

Damn that thing is up there! How different does it feel vs the stock shifter height?

224NismoZ34 · 07-27-2013, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by madwi

Damn that thing is up there! How different does it feel vs the stock shifter height?

Haha, it's only like a 4-5in extention.. the throws are longer, but much easier to slide through each gear gate than stock
I had a shift extender in my previous car, so i was used to it lol

madwi · 07-27-2013, 06:26 PM

I drove the Z to the butcher today and picked up some amazing ribeyes. Snagged a couple of pounds of chorizo and of course beef sticks galore (which the guy had a great tip, try putting em on the grill for a couple minutes).
Grilled up the steaks and I am now fat and happy and enjoying my dessert drink or three. Life was good today.

kenchan · 07-27-2013, 08:58 PM

had some time left today for a change so clearbra'ed the cf fang using xpel ultimate.

bubbly mess...

done

GaleForce · 07-27-2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

had some time left today for a change so clearbra'ed the cf fang using xpel ultimate.

bubbly mess...

( Click to show/hide )

Nice and clean

Zteve · 07-28-2013, 06:56 AM

since I have only had it a couple days not much done with it at all except going out for a spirited drive later today to get a feel for it, whole different animal compared to my old 350z i drove for 10 years.

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07-27-2013, 02:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
RiCharlie Track Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Johnston RI Posts: 857 Drives: 370 Touring Spt A/t Rep Power: 16	I went for a nice ride with my wife to see some sunflowers in nearby Ct. Nice drive except for the fact that..well she doesn't appreciate the 370. I had to drive real slow and put up with humiliation after humiliation as car after car passed us...the ultimate insult being passed by guy in an old truck with a ladder attached to the roof! Younger single guys..take notice!! DON"T SAY YOU WEREN'T WARNED!

07-27-2013, 03:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 44 Posts: 36,450 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684441	I finally removed the clutch helper spring. After a short test drive, I am pleased with the result. I still plan to purchase the RJM clutch pedal assembly... some day I replaced my in-cabin air filter with STP CAF7766 filter after removing the foam edges. Absolutely perfect fit and half the price of an OEM one I am currently in the process of detailing the interiors of both cars and hoping to be able to wash and wax the Z later today or tomorrow.

07-27-2013, 05:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
Fountainhead Track Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: FL Posts: 834 Drives: 2019 Civic Type R Rep Power: 15	Changed my diff fluid today. Put in Mobile 1 75W90 GL compatible. Typically, the magnetic drain plug was coated with iron/steel filings just like the other pics. I didn't jack it up just laid on my back and filled first with the bottle then with a large syringe my wife gave me (she's a nurse). I used just over 1.5 quarts. I filled until I saw it run out the fill hole and then let it drain for several minutes, then put the screw back in. I got new washers for top and bottom plugs. Fluid was like dark chocolate and markedly darker than what I put in, which was a clear yellow color.

07-27-2013, 05:29 PM	#9 (permalink)
224NismoZ34 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Vancouver Posts: 56 Drives: 10 Nissan 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 13	Installed my shift extender and shift knob

07-27-2013, 06:26 PM	#12 (permalink)
madwi A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: West Michigan Posts: 31,410 Drives: Granma red Z Rep Power: 2684429	I drove the Z to the butcher today and picked up some amazing ribeyes. Snagged a couple of pounds of chorizo and of course beef sticks galore (which the guy had a great tip, try putting em on the grill for a couple minutes). Grilled up the steaks and I am now fat and happy and enjoying my dessert drink or three. Life was good today.

07-27-2013, 08:58 PM	#13 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	had some time left today for a change so clearbra'ed the cf fang using xpel ultimate. bubbly mess... done

07-28-2013, 06:56 AM	#15 (permalink)
Zteve Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Clarksville TN Posts: 348 Drives: 2013 370Z MB w/Sport Rep Power: 3370	since I have only had it a couple days not much done with it at all except going out for a spirited drive later today to get a feel for it, whole different animal compared to my old 350z i drove for 10 years.