Build Quality Issues

ZKindaGuy · 07-21-2009, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaws12

Since discovering the gapping problem with my factory installed splash guards, which are all being replaced under warranty because they are "deformed" according to my tech, I really have started going over the car with a fine tooth comb.

I have been checking the body panel fitment and have noticed that space seperating the panels on the rear quarter in front of the rear wheels is misaligned. I actually spent an hour gently pully and pushing to get the panels to line up. I hope they stay in the position I got them to.

That, along with my off-center passenger side exhaust tip, makes me wonder if anyone else is disappointed in the build quality. I have ZERO rattles, no mechanical issues, just body fitment issues.

Am I alone in this?

Wow....you folks looking for "gaps" would have never have been able to get a wink of sleep if you had been born or old enough to drive in the 60's, 70's and
80's. The cars made in those days never had a panel on the car that wasn't creating some kind of noticeable gap. Fitment in those days would have driven you folks insane!

ArtVandaleigh · 07-22-2009, 12:50 PM

I have the same type of faint rattle coming from the hatch too. It's almost like the interior plastic surrounding the rear window is constantly making contact with something.

Pushing_Tin · 07-22-2009, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ArtVandaleigh

I have the same type of faint rattle coming from the hatch too. It's almost like the interior plastic surrounding the rear window is constantly making contact with something.

It seems like 50% of the cars have this same rattle.

bluzman · 07-22-2009, 02:48 PM

50% of the 370Zs?? I call BS.

cave vulture · 07-22-2009, 03:25 PM

But what is causing the rattle, that is the question?

Modshack · 07-22-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by cave vulture

But what is causing the rattle, that is the question?

Have you looked around? Lifted up the carpet? Checked that the jack and tools are in place?
You just need to track it down. Complaining about it doesnt accomplish that..

Robert_Nash · 07-22-2009, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Have you looked around? Lifted up the carpet? Checked that the jack and tools are in place?
You just need to track it down. Complaining about it doesnt accomplish that..

I would agree...there are things in the rear hatch area that "could" cause a rattle but I would think it could be nailed down by going over everything/trying to find something loose - a great starting point is the spare tire/jack, etc.

If, however it's something coming from the suspension, etc...that could be more problematic and more difficult to find.

khtso · 07-22-2009, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by cave vulture

But what is causing the rattle, that is the question?

Do a search, the rattle on mine, and on others, stems from the middle rear brake light assembly. I plan to order the gasket so I can remove it and somehow figure out a fix.... When I decide to not be lazy.

ZKindaGuy · 07-22-2009, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bluzman

50% of the 370Zs?? I call BS.

I agree with you, however instead of just calling

, I would have preceded it with "50% - a figure that was directly pulled straight out of your

"....that would have made what you said a bit more precise...

MacDaddy · 07-22-2009, 11:24 PM

Wel mine rattles, and I have already had the 3rd brake light changed (only half of it worked), I took all the stuff in the back out and still had the rattle. The interesting thing is the ratlle does seem to come from the back, usually on roads where the suspension is really working the bumps...and when the hatch is opened and closed it then goes away for awaile...........who knows???????????

Pushing_Tin · 07-23-2009, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by bluzman

50% of the 370Zs?? I call BS.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

I agree with you, however instead of just calling

, I would have preceded it with "50% - a figure that was directly pulled straight out of your

"....that would have made what you said a bit more precise...

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

It seems like 50% of the cars have this same rattle.

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Please read. I said "IT SEEMS LIKE" 50% of the Zs have this problem. Obviously I have not conducted a phone or e-mail survery. I just happen to see the rattle listed as a common complaint.

I hope this clears it up for you.

ZKindaGuy · 07-23-2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Search: rattles: Showing results 1 to 25 of 104
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Search: rattle Showing results 1 to 25 of 182
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Please read. I said "IT SEEMS LIKE" 50% of the Zs have this problem. Obviously I have not conducted a phone or e-mail survery. I just happen to see the rattle listed as a common complaint.

I hope this clears it up for you.

OK but you have no idea weather the search hitws are all independently unique of each other or are duplicated postings from a limited number of individuals or just blog propogations. In other words your "search hit" universe is certainly suspect to make the 50% claims you are making.

Alexus · 07-23-2009, 12:21 PM

Nissan is rather notorious for rattles... every Nissan I've been in thus far had somesort of a rattle or squeaky door problem. Facts are, if you wanted to be certain you wouldn't have any rattles, you would've bought a Porsche.

Modshack · 07-23-2009, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Alexus

Nissan is rather notorious for rattles... every Nissan I've been in thus far had somesort of a rattle or squeaky door problem. Facts are, if you wanted to be certain you wouldn't have any rattles, you would've bought a Porsche.

That's kind of a ridiculous statement...Porsches aren't perfect either (yeah, I've had 8 of them). There are so many production variables that even the most expensive and revered nameplates can have a rattle here and there.. My Z is like a bank vault. Pretty darn good for the $$ and humble origins..

Pushing_Tin · 07-23-2009, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

OK but you have no idea weather the search hitws are all independently unique of each other or are duplicated postings from a limited number of individuals or just blog propogations. In other words your "search hit" universe is certainly suspect to make the 50% claims you are making.

You're right, and I don't really give a ****. Again, for clarity, I said it SEEMS like 50%. Is it really that big of deal? Do you need the attention or something?

07-22-2009, 02:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
bluzman Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 349 Drives: Red Touring 7AT Rep Power: 17	50% of the 370Zs?? I call BS. __________________ My Gallery

07-23-2009, 12:21 PM	#13 (permalink)
Alexus Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 178 Drives: The Beast Rep Power: 17	Nissan is rather notorious for rattles... every Nissan I've been in thus far had somesort of a rattle or squeaky door problem. Facts are, if you wanted to be certain you wouldn't have any rattles, you would've bought a Porsche. __________________ "The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his." -General George S. Patton Jr., 1885-1945

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ArtVandaleigh Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 227 Drives: 09 PW 370Z Rep Power: 676	I have the same type of faint rattle coming from the hatch too. It's almost like the interior plastic surrounding the rear window is constantly making contact with something.

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