almost bought a 370z today

Chuck33079 · 06-25-2013, 10:21 AM

Seriously? A year of nonstop bitching and he hasn't tried something that takes 20 minutes and a pair of needle nose pliers, and is completely reversible on that glorious, blessed day when he turns in the car?

JARblue · 06-25-2013, 10:23 AM

LOL What is it about his history of posting on this forum that would lead you to believe that he might actually be proactive about trying to solve one of his complaints about the vehicle? God forbid it actually works and leaves him without a reason to complain...

Haboob · 06-25-2013, 11:00 AM

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Far from the worst. It's just clunky. It holds power just fine. The clutch feel is easily fixed. And I thought we all had an agreement about quoting JungleTard.

We need a sticky notice...

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LOL What is it about his history of posting on this forum that would lead you to believe that he might actually be proactive about trying to solve one of his complaints about the vehicle? God forbid it actually works and leaves him without a reason to complain...

Indeed the spring helps a lot. However, I still get some herky-jerky shifts, but that's because I'm well below 4,000 RPM and I'm trying too hard to be smooth (thinking about it), or since I change shoes a lot, I still have to get used to the shoes (takes a few stop lights and such) - but that's just me I think.

OP, def. try the 7AT - it's faster and more convenient in traffic. Plus, paddles are fun.

Paddle shifting too.

lt_370z · 06-25-2013, 11:06 AM

I just bought my Z and I am reading this thread and hearing everybody talk about this helper spring....Can anybody give me some insight on how much it costs to get removed? And do I just go to Nissan to remove it?

Haboob · 06-25-2013, 11:07 AM

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I just bought my Z and I am reading this thread and hearing everybody talk about this helper spring....Can anybody give me some insight on how much it costs to get removed? And do I just go to Nissan to remove it?

$0 to remove. Takes maybe 5-10min and you can do it yourself.

Here's the thread.

JARblue · 06-25-2013, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by lt_370z

I just bought my Z and I am reading this thread and hearing everybody talk about this helper spring....Can anybody give me some insight on how much it costs to get removed? And do I just go to Nissan to remove it?

I doesn't cost a thing to DIY... Absolutely DO NOT go to your dealer for this mod. Hell, they probably won't even do it for you if the car is under warranty. Otherwise, they'll probably charge you their hourly rate for an hour minimum for something that should literally take you <5 min to do yourself.

Mustang was kind enough to provide a link just a few posts back. Here it is again Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

Chuck33079 · 06-25-2013, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by lt_370z

I just bought my Z and I am reading this thread and hearing everybody talk about this helper spring....Can anybody give me some insight on how much it costs to get removed? And do I just go to Nissan to remove it?

If you try to DIY and can't do it, I'd do it for you for a six pack.

m4a1mustang · 06-25-2013, 11:08 AM

Yes, do it yourself. I linked to the DIY thread in a previous post.

Haboob · 06-25-2013, 11:08 AM

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Yes, do it yourself. I linked to the DIY thread in a previous post.

Back to your cage!

m4a1mustang · 06-25-2013, 11:12 AM

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Back to your cage!

OUR cage!

Haboob · 06-25-2013, 11:13 AM

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OUR cage!

I'll bring the paddles.

m4a1mustang · 06-25-2013, 11:13 AM

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I'll bring the paddles.

Paddles are fun.

Haboob · 06-25-2013, 11:08 AM

I didn't replace the spring, just removed it altogether.

m4a1mustang · 06-25-2013, 11:17 AM

The key is not to struggle. Just let it happen.

Really, just pull the retaining clip with needle nose pliers. Then, push the clutch pedal back and use your flat head screwdriver to pry the pin out. Once you get it started you should be able to pull it all the way out, then carefully remove the assembly.

Verify you like the pedal feel without the spring, then remove the top part of the assembly (so the spring guide isn't dangling).

lt_370z · 06-25-2013, 11:38 AM

Thanks guys! Hey chuck ill let you know!

06-25-2013, 10:21 AM	#1 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	Seriously? A year of nonstop bitching and he hasn't tried something that takes 20 minutes and a pair of needle nose pliers, and is completely reversible on that glorious, blessed day when he turns in the car? DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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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	LOL What is it about his history of posting on this forum that would lead you to believe that he might actually be proactive about trying to solve one of his complaints about the vehicle? God forbid it actually works and leaves him without a reason to complain... DEpointfive0 and Haboob like this. __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

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06-25-2013, 11:17 AM	#14 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	The key is not to struggle. Just let it happen. Really, just pull the retaining clip with needle nose pliers. Then, push the clutch pedal back and use your flat head screwdriver to pry the pin out. Once you get it started you should be able to pull it all the way out, then carefully remove the assembly. Verify you like the pedal feel without the spring, then remove the top part of the assembly (so the spring guide isn't dangling). Haboob likes this. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

06-25-2013, 11:38 AM	#15 (permalink)
lt_370z Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: HTOWN Posts: 233 Drives: Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	Thanks guys! Hey chuck ill let you know! m4a1mustang likes this.

06-25-2013, 11:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
lt_370z Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: HTOWN Posts: 233 Drives: Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	I just bought my Z and I am reading this thread and hearing everybody talk about this helper spring....Can anybody give me some insight on how much it costs to get removed? And do I just go to Nissan to remove it?

06-25-2013, 11:08 AM	#13 (permalink)
Haboob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Surface of the sun. Posts: 13,159 Drives: '18 GTI Autobahn DSG Rep Power: 1387	I didn't replace the spring, just removed it altogether.

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