Car doesn't want to go 1st, 6th, or reverse sometimes, and the fluid bs. Maybe I'm just being paranoid. Including pictures of the fluid in the reservoir and on a paper towel.

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Actually kind of sounds to me like it's the master that is dying on you. The Z world knows how poor the CSC is, but in reality our CMC is almost as unreliable. I'd suggest flushing that nasty fluid out and changing the master first... it's a good (and likely necessary) practice to change out the master if changing out the slave anyway, so try swapping it first...then if the symptoms persist, change the slave too.

While you're at all of this, add some heat sleeve to the line that goes to the CSC.. it runs right by your exhaust manifold.

I'm going to rock the slow camry for a while. Thanks for pointing that out.

Would that still be needed if I switch to a stainless steel line?

Absolutely. The ZSpeed SS line even comes prewrapped in DEI heat sleeve.

thank you good sir :tiphat:

Change the fluid and see what happens. I would suggest to suck the old fluid out of the reservoir, wipe the nasty out with a paper towel that doesn't leave lint, refill and gravity bleed it. I use Motul RBF 600. It has been working great. You will need to change the fluid again at the next oil change/3000 miles.

trust me I plan on changing it. I'm going to order a stainless steel line also so I'm going to wait for that to arrive. Until then I'm going to rock the winter beater

The dirty fluid is from the OEM CSC seals letting go. Unfortunately it's very common for this tranny. I lost mine at 1,200miles on the car. The OEM replacement lasted until I replaced it as part of my turbo build at 43k.

If you are emptying the master cylinder then it's highly recommended to replace it too. It's basically a one time use item.

I was reading that, since it's brown, it could just be because it's old fluid that has boiled. I have no idea if the fluid has ever been changed

I flushed most of the clutch fluid. Emptied the reservoir, filled with clean fluid, pumped the clutch ~100 times, emptied the reservoir again and repeated until the fluid remained clean. Now I know it won't be a full flush until I use the bleeder underneath but this changed most of it.

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Today, I washed 9 hours of rain, and road grim off the Z. It rained almost all the way home from ZDayZ. I also found a piece of someone's tire stuck in my grille screen. :eek: Who ever I was following on the Dragon must been chucking a tire. :eek: And I had some black marks on the front bumper and hood.

Tomorrow, I have to clean out the inside. Have cookie crumbs, nuts and snacks that got dropped during the trip.

Cookie Monster ^^^^^^^^

When we take a trip. It's teriyaki beef jerky, pretzel rods, nuts, cookies, ice tea, and gator aide. :icon14:

#1 rule no food on my, still smell like new.

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Nice pics my friend!

:iagree:

Today is May 25th, 2017. Exactly a year ago, I purchased my Z, on May 25th, 2016, with only 14 miles on it.

Something I've been wanting to do for a very long time is some suspension stuff.

So with that in mind, and as a little celebration of sorts, just a few minutes ago I ordered a set of ARK GT-S springs, SPL rear camber links, and SPL lockout bolts. So a little more attitude with a little less altitude.

Needless to say, I'm a bit excited.


One last thing I would like to possibly do is maybe some small wheel spacers just to being these Nismo wheels (and stock tire sizes) out a touch further. Need to find out what sizes would work.

You're gonna have people chime in who's been there & done that w/their Nismo...common fitment is +20---+25 up front & +10---+15 rear.
Your factory wheels are +40F/+23R.
So 15-20mm up front & around 10mm/R,
Wait till after your suspension mods/alignment & make a plumb line on level ground-then measure up your gaps....you may want to be conservative or aggressive.
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That would be my recommendation,so you can get the fitment you desire.


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Did z1 post maf tubes + k&n drop ins, installed swift springs and 20/25mm spacers! Also put in backup camera integrated into the oem navi over the weekend. Will be doing test pipes and exhaust soon. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...70ba597c1e.jpg

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^^^ I bet the cops in Peel Region love that personalized plate, EVIL JEDI ^^^ :icon17:

Haha I hardly drive as I live within a 10 min local drive to work, so I rarely see police on the road when I'm in the Z

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Under 100 posts to go!

Excellent! Thank you.

Yeah, I was getting tired when I posted last night and forgot to mention that I would be doing the spacers after the spring install. Who knows, I may like the fitment as is.

One thing I don't want is vibration. When I had the 25mm Z1 spacers installed on the stock 18's and tires, I always got vibration up at 55+ mph, especially around 70-75 mph where I cruise at on the highway. It was annoying as hell too.

And yes, they were installed properly, and even double checked a few days later to try and resolve the vibration issue.

She is getting lubed today in her most sensitive parts and will be very satisfied after. I am sure she will reciprocate by giving me happiness on my drive home.

Getting an oil change at the nissan dealer today. asked about their tranny drain and fill; they wanted 160$ if anyone is curious, i said why not. Currently 65k miles. Car is my DD and racecar. 09 7at.

Cant wait for my fast intentions resonated high flow cats! Should be here in 4 more weeks after having a 2.5mo wait. No one really has an rhfc on their Z that i could find so i cant wsit to hear it! Also a akebono upgrade in the works!

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Edit: it made a huuggee difference on transmission after the service. Everything just feeels soo right! Upshift and downshift feel has improved dramatically. Did not ask if it was running low or of anything was wrong..

Been wanting my a-pillars and mirrors blacked out. Finally got around to it today. Still looking for a set of wheels I want. Taking forever to make that decision...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...581c33324b.jpg

Put on some rear add-ons.

Changed out the torn o ring inside the radiator hose inlet and voila, the resurrection is complete! My Z is now officially fixed!

dropping it off to get new tires. went with the continental dws over the s04's bc of longer wear, quieter, cheaper and better in the light snow. we shall see.

flushed my clutch fluid. Transmission fluid is next

I switched the non-res test pipes for a set of 1320 resonated pipes. I also had a muffler shop add a couple of hangers to the front of my CBE because there are 2 flex pipe pieces so it was hanging down too far.

First thing done today... I removed that stock support brace from the ART pipes in hopes of eliminating that vibration/creaking/rattling sound when accelerating hard in 1st gear. Removal made no change. That noise is still there, and it's only after installing the ART pipes a few months back that it does it. No idea what it could be.

Second thing done today... Finally installed the Aero Workz carbon fiber lip/chin spoiler. It's only been about 10 months that it's been laying under the couch. LOL

Lastly... Finally installed the Shine Auto rear spats (bumper add-ons). I'll have to take a pic of it later, but the fitment of these things suck! Lots of trimming and grinding to get them line up somewhat with the lines of the car. The right one looks pretty good, but the left one is about a half inch out from the groove/trim piece that goes around the exhaust. On top of that, the thin tips that mount above the exhaust tips won't stay stuck to the bumper. I used the provided tape on them as well as quality 3M automotive tape. Within minutes, both of them start pulling away from the bumper. Not very thrilled about these things at all.

On the plus side. they look great at a distance, and my friend did a great job of painting them. I just need to address the issue of the darn things sticking properly to the bumper. Maybe use some of that 3M 4200 marine adhesive sealant.


Anyway, on with a few pics... And yes, the car is filthy as $*&# right now.

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That's odd I had absolutely no fitment issues with my rear spats

Chase, those spats need a good quality silicone and clamps to hold them in place overnight. They never install with ease. I've heard the same with the JDM pc. from Sunline Racing. It is how FRP cures from the mold. Just a lot of curves with the Z.

Changed the oil after work on Thursday, and cleaned dead leaves out of the airboxes. So of course I had to take her out for a ride today.

Passed 40K and she's still running sweet!

Ran over a big chunk of metal and the car started vibrating underneath. Precision Z fixed it at no charge. Cross member hitting my exhaust. Thanks PZ! They're my go to aside from SpecialtyZ.

California ----- beaches, weather, mountains, Redwoods, beautiful people,culture, food, and garages to care for your Z.

Just wanted to show you guys what I was talking about yesterday about these spats pulling away from the bumper.

As you can see, these things have a lip on them which prevents a single layer of tape ever coming into contact with the body, so two layers have to be applied, and even three layers in some areas.

A totally crap design to say the least.

I need to find some really good, really strong extra thick automotive tape so I can use only one layer and be done with it, and use that 3M adhesive promoter on it.

And for the ladies in the crowd, please keep the comments to yourselves about the super sexy legs and feet in the bumper reflections. :nutswinger:

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Gracie went for a ride with me today.

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I changed my oil change and did an inspection on my Z after work on Friday. At 35K everything looks good. I'm surprised that my brake pads still have some meat on them still. They are the factory pads. Love working at a shop since I can use the lifts instead of being on my back and having to use jack stands.