370z multi-function gauge in sunlight

Mythos219 · 12-24-2008, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by sbsmoov

Here's my advice for all the various complaints about the 370Z:

If the multi-function gauge really bothers you--don't buy the car.
If you think the headlights & tailights are ugly--don't buy the car.
If you dislike the prominent door handles--don't buy the car.
If you don't like the SyncroRev Match system (even though it can be disabled)--don't buy the car.
If you think this version of the VQ motor sounds harsh--don't buy the car.

But please, please stop complaining about every little thing that's not perfect as you see it. We're talking about a 30k car not a 50k+ car so don't expect perfection.

That's a ridiculous statement to make. If Nissan is not aware of these issues they won't fix them. A gauge cluster with an important read out like fuel capacity becoming blinded in sunlight is a design flaw that requires reconsideration by their engineering team. Feedback like that is exactly what necessitates these changes.

sbsmoov · 12-24-2008, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Mythos219

That's a ridiculous statement to make. If Nissan is not aware of these issues they won't fix them. A gauge cluster with an important read out like fuel capacity becoming blinded in sunlight is a design flaw that requires reconsideration by their engineering team. Feedback like that is exactly what necessitates these changes.

Why don't you just only drive at night--problem solved.

Mythos219 · 12-25-2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by sbsmoov

Why don't you just only drive at night--problem solved.

I drive the Tumbler at night.

Asheth · 12-25-2008, 11:10 AM

I think it is a legitimate gripe to bring up. But are you going to directly be in sunlight like that for an entire trip? I doubt it unless you are following the sun to the end of the earth.

And just in-case that does happen the low fuel warning light will come on the dash also.

Mr. BigHam · 12-25-2008, 04:30 PM

I think the 370 is just to good all around to pass up because you don't like one gauge. If you don't like it why does't someone start working a design to replace it completly. Just cut it out and put something else there. Hey if it turns out good there are obviously gonna be people willing to buy it. Someone is gonna get rich for that mod. Anywho people didn't not buy the S13 because the seats were ugly. Come on .. I think there will be some type of mod to fix this problem within 6 months of its release.

Crash · 12-25-2008, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mythos219

I drive the Tumbler at night.

LOL!!! Can I borrow it? Please!?!?!? I want to go to the movies in it! And maybe a club... I won't shoot anything... I promise.

Mythos219 · 12-26-2008, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Crash

LOL!!! Can I borrow it? Please!?!?!? I want to go to the movies in it! And maybe a club... I won't shoot anything... I promise.

I'll think about it.

BlackBullet · 12-24-2008, 06:52 PM

I've never notice that there weren't some sort of lens cover or glass over the display. If that's the case, the display seem like something that can be broken easily by pushing too hard on it.....(not that you should, but when you are cleaning it)

If there is a lens over it, its an easy fix. Anti reflective coating.

12-25-2008, 11:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
Asheth Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Glen Burnie, Maryland Posts: 917 Drives: 09 Blk 6mt Rep Power: 17	I think it is a legitimate gripe to bring up. But are you going to directly be in sunlight like that for an entire trip? I doubt it unless you are following the sun to the end of the earth. And just in-case that does happen the low fuel warning light will come on the dash also. Last edited by Asheth; 12-25-2008 at 11:21 AM.

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BlackBullet Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: US Posts: 48 Drives: 03 Best Car Ever Rep Power: 0	I've never notice that there weren't some sort of lens cover or glass over the display. If that's the case, the display seem like something that can be broken easily by pushing too hard on it.....(not that you should, but when you are cleaning it) If there is a lens over it, its an easy fix. Anti reflective coating.