How much have u put up with ur 370z?

SurfDog · 01-05-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by marks370z

My '12 has something wrong with trunk hatch release where as I click it once and it pops slightly but doesn't unlock so I have to click it again to get it to unlock fully then kind of have to force it up, very minimally, but enough to where it feels like I shouldn't have to be doing it.

Then again I'm either too lazy or it doesn't bother me enough to get it fixed.

somewhere around here is a DIY hatch fix using a couple pennies as spacers.

my hatch needs help sometimes too, but its not annoying enough that ive fixxed it.

TheGreatOne · 01-09-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by marks370z

My '12 has something wrong with trunk hatch release where as I click it once and it pops slightly but doesn't unlock so I have to click it again to get it to unlock fully then kind of have to force it up, very minimally, but enough to where it feels like I shouldn't have to be doing it.

Then again I'm either too lazy or it doesn't bother me enough to get it fixed.

Same boat, often forget and probably too lazy lol...happens every now and then lol

Vertigo · 01-09-2013, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Same boat, often forget and probably too lazy lol...happens every now and then lol

Cosign, same problem.

Rockcrawler · 01-11-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Vertigo

Cosign, same problem.

there's a bulletin... buts stiffer springs in the little rubber bumpers for the iniotial push. even then, mine still gets fussy if it's cold.... i'm sure the lift cylinders are part of the equation too.

SurfDog · 01-05-2013, 03:20 PM

I *hate* being stranded, but I admid that I also love upgrading broken parts. So far I've stayed ahead of the breakdown curve by pre-replacing all the stuff that commonly fails.
-aftermarket clutch slave. (did the master at same time just to be sure)
-pulled steering lock fuse first thing
-upgraded clutch and flywheel my 25k used clutch seemed burnt when I bought the car.
-have oil cooler on order
-thinking of upgrading the rear diff to something more bulletproof.

so far no breakdowns, but you are right, it takes a little getting used to a car that tends to break more than a DD.

I always tell myself mechanical failures are a good chance to upgrade weak systems...
otherwise maybe I'd be driving a camery or something.

windlan947 · 01-07-2013, 05:19 PM

Just wait till you cant shift into 2nd gear, makes the other issues seem pleasent.

onzedge · 01-07-2013, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by windlan947

Just wait till you cant shift into 2nd gear, makes the other issues seem pleasent.

Whew -- it's a good thing I don't use 2nd.

R0bDC · 01-07-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by windlan947

Just wait till you cant shift into 2nd gear, makes the other issues seem pleasent.

I don't know, I couldn't turn on my car. I can go from first to third at least.

DIGItonium · 01-08-2013, 12:45 PM

Here's what I've dealt or am dealing with:

CSC/Master replaced
Transmission replaced twice
Both seat belts replaced (wouldn't retract well)
Power steering rack (might replace again as the new one is also making noise after a couple of months)
Axle clunk (will resolve in a few months when replacing rear tires)
Heater core noise (still some air bubbles causing car to overheat in 100F ambient)
ECU whine (too lazy to deal without having to unlock and reprogram)
Brake switch (finally replaced after dealing with throttle lag and hesitation for years)
Driver side window rattle (haven't fixed)

AFAIK, nothing related to running the car with turbos. It's a pain, but the list of these issues is much longer than the '03 350Z.

R0bDC · 01-08-2013, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by DIGItonium

Here's what I've dealt or am dealing with:

CSC/Master replaced
Transmission replaced twice
Both seat belts replaced (wouldn't retract well)
Power steering rack (might replace again as the new one is also making noise after a couple of months)
Axle clunk (will resolve in a few months when replacing rear tires)
Heater core noise (still some air bubbles causing car to overheat in 100F ambient)
ECU whine (too lazy to deal without having to unlock and reprogram)
Brake switch (finally replaced after dealing with throttle lag and hesitation for years)
Driver side window rattle (haven't fixed)

AFAIK, nothing related to running the car with turbos. It's a pain, but the list of these issues is much longer than the '03 350Z.

That sucks!

ernie · 01-08-2013, 03:46 PM

I have a 2012 370z touring roadster w/sport pkg, spoiler, fully loaded every option available, 9 months old and I just turned 3,000 miles.
Thats because my 1996 300zx tt is SOOOOOOOO much more fun to drive. Almost totally rebuilt, the 370z is tame compared to the 300.
I really think Nissan should have kept their cars turbo's.

DIGItonium · 01-08-2013, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ernie

Thats because my 1996 300zx tt is SOOOOOOOO much more fun to drive. Almost totally rebuilt, the 370z is tame compared to the 300.
I really think Nissan should have kept their cars turbo's.

The 370Z with twin turbos is definitely super fun to drive even though I put up with a laundry list of minor issues that can be remedied or repaired. However, the 350/370 is definitely missing something from the 300ZX. I even tried blasting 80s music, too!

Unrelated, I don't think my next car will be a new one. It'll be something not much newer than the early 2000s. [shrugs] All the new cars come loaded with stuff, which is also loaded with problems with questionable build quality. I'd rather go back to something simpler.

windlan947 · 01-09-2013, 11:03 AM

Finally gave in and brought the z to the dealership, for the 2nd gear clunk.. Which is now beginning to grind. Fml -...-

Rockcrawler · 01-09-2013, 11:35 AM

I'm nearing one yr of ownership and 30k miles on my 09, 9k miles when i bought it.

I had the SB done for the tired hatch springs under warranty and thats it. Oil changes, tires and smiles. I pulled the fuse for the steering lock about 6k miles ago. Daily driver, been on 10 hr one way road trips too.

Coon-azz · 01-09-2013, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockcrawler

I'm nearing one yr of ownership and 30k miles on my 09, 9k miles when i bought it.

I had the SB done for the tired hatch springs under warranty and thats it. Oil changes, tires and smiles. I pulled the fuse for the steering lock about 6k miles ago. Daily driver, been on 10 hr one way road trips too.

Not sure what to say. 2012 16,000 miles, Daily Driver.No known issues so far...knock on wood.

01-05-2013, 03:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
SurfDog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado (9000 feet) Age: 57 Posts: 1,796 Drives: 09 6mt, 13 Sequoia, Rep Power: 15750	I hate being stranded, but I admid that I also love upgrading broken parts. So far I've stayed ahead of the breakdown curve by pre-replacing all the stuff that commonly fails. -aftermarket clutch slave. (did the master at same time just to be sure) -pulled steering lock fuse first thing -upgraded clutch and flywheel my 25k used clutch seemed burnt when I bought the car. -have oil cooler on order -thinking of upgrading the rear diff to something more bulletproof. so far no breakdowns, but you are right, it takes a little getting used to a car that tends to break more than a DD. I always tell myself mechanical failures are a good chance to upgrade weak systems... otherwise maybe I'd be driving a camery or something. __________________ 09 6spd Berk CBE, JWT cams, ZSpeed CSC, Stillen (25 row oil, brake cooling, sways, gen3 CAI), Passport (9500ci), Quaife LSD, Z1 400 hp kit, ss lines, pads, rotors, clutch etc, Phunk's pan and fuel starve fix

01-08-2013, 12:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 43	Here's what I've dealt or am dealing with: CSC/Master replaced Transmission replaced twice Both seat belts replaced (wouldn't retract well) Power steering rack (might replace again as the new one is also making noise after a couple of months) Axle clunk (will resolve in a few months when replacing rear tires) Heater core noise (still some air bubbles causing car to overheat in 100F ambient) ECU whine (too lazy to deal without having to unlock and reprogram) Brake switch (finally replaced after dealing with throttle lag and hesitation for years) Driver side window rattle (haven't fixed) AFAIK, nothing related to running the car with turbos. It's a pain, but the list of these issues is much longer than the '03 350Z. __________________

01-09-2013, 11:35 AM	#14 (permalink)
Rockcrawler Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 141 Drives: 09 6MT, tr, spt, nv Rep Power: 14	I'm nearing one yr of ownership and 30k miles on my 09, 9k miles when i bought it. I had the SB done for the tired hatch springs under warranty and thats it. Oil changes, tires and smiles. I pulled the fuse for the steering lock about 6k miles ago. Daily driver, been on 10 hr one way road trips too. Mt Tam I am likes this. __________________ 2009 silver sport, 6MT touring and nav, 8700 miles when I got it, "almost" a daily driver now... bone stock aside from tint and Gemini CBE, PC'd Rays black stardust and running 275/295 DWS rubber

01-07-2013, 05:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
windlan947 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: holbrook, NY Posts: 7 Drives: 12 nissan370z blk mt Rep Power: 14	Just wait till you cant shift into 2nd gear, makes the other issues seem pleasent.

01-08-2013, 03:46 PM	#11 (permalink)
ernie Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 54 Drives: 2012 370z blk 6spd Rep Power: 14	I have a 2012 370z touring roadster w/sport pkg, spoiler, fully loaded every option available, 9 months old and I just turned 3,000 miles. Thats because my 1996 300zx tt is SOOOOOOOO much more fun to drive. Almost totally rebuilt, the 370z is tame compared to the 300. I really think Nissan should have kept their cars turbo's.

01-09-2013, 11:03 AM	#13 (permalink)
windlan947 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: holbrook, NY Posts: 7 Drives: 12 nissan370z blk mt Rep Power: 14	Finally gave in and brought the z to the dealership, for the 2nd gear clunk.. Which is now beginning to grind. Fml -...-