m4a1mustang's 5.0, S2000, and other cars thread

m4a1mustang · 02-13-2012, 03:05 PM

Oh, so one bummer. I am missing the wheel lock key. The dealership is checking to see if they (or the previous owner) have it. If not I am going to order a new set and spin the current ones off with a turbo socket.

Waiz · 02-13-2012, 03:10 PM

Nice stable

NYBladeZ · 02-13-2012, 03:10 PM

I love the s2k, the gearbox is divine (my biggest gripe with the m6 Z) and it is well balance. Having a drop top makes it all that more enjoyable. However, the s2k does not respond to bolt on power mods. I know that's not what most people intend to do with it when they pick one up but who wouldn't want a little more power. With that said an S/Ced s2k is a beast, it'll make 360whp on a safe tune and outrun just about anything.

m4a1mustang · 02-13-2012, 09:54 PM

So tonight in the airport parking garage I noticed a click from the left rear wheel when accelerating from a stop. I think it's an issue of the spindle nut not being tight enough. I did some searching and it seems like this is the case. My only fear is that due to the mileage on the car it might be too late to get by with just re-tightening and re-staking (or completely replacing) the spindle nut. I might need to replace the hub and wheel bearing as well. Though I didn't notice it when testing the car last week, so maybe it's a new development and re-tightening will be fine.

Parts are not expensive, but it seems like a PITA. I guess I'll look into it this weekend.

In happier news, the suitcase fits!

Jeffblue · 02-13-2012, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

In happier news, the suitcase fits!

you would

Cmike2780 · 02-13-2012, 10:44 PM

Nice new toy.

KingZee · 02-13-2012, 11:25 PM

Congrats on the new ride Steve! The S2k is the perfect car to toy with...I would love to get one, house first though.

m4a1mustang · 02-14-2012, 08:00 AM

Thanks! I doubt I'll buy any other cars before a house. Hard to tell, though. Content with apartment living 'til I am 100% sure where I'm going to be for a while.

m4a1mustang · 02-15-2012, 09:13 AM

So now that car purchase shock is wearing off, I am going back to putting Michelin PSS on the 5.0 and Conti DW on the S2K.

Red__Zed · 02-15-2012, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

So now that car purchase shock is wearing off, I am going back to putting Michelin PSS on the 5.0 and Conti DW on the S2K.

You are halfway there...now for star specs on the s

m4a1mustang · 02-15-2012, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

You are halfway there...now for star specs on the s

I would get them but I want one with better rain traction.

Red__Zed · 02-15-2012, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I would get them but I want one with better rain traction.

Yeah, my fair weather drop top third car can't handle tires with less than 10/10 rain traction.

Star specs are fine in the rain unless you can't drive.

m4a1mustang · 02-15-2012, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Yeah, my fair weather drop top third car can't handle tires with less than 10/10 rain traction.

Star specs are fine in the rain unless you can't drive.

Shared car bro.

FuszNissan · 02-15-2012, 09:17 AM

RE11's>PSS....that is all

m4a1mustang · 02-15-2012, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

RE11's>PSS....that is all

I can't get the RE11 in any size that will work with the stock wheels.

My only real options are PSS in OEM size 255/40/19 (27" tall) or 275/35/19 (26.6" tall).

02-13-2012, 03:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6964	Oh, so one bummer. I am missing the wheel lock key. The dealership is checking to see if they (or the previous owner) have it. If not I am going to order a new set and spin the current ones off with a turbo socket. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-13-2012, 03:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 22	I love the s2k, the gearbox is divine (my biggest gripe with the m6 Z) and it is well balance. Having a drop top makes it all that more enjoyable. However, the s2k does not respond to bolt on power mods. I know that's not what most people intend to do with it when they pick one up but who wouldn't want a little more power. With that said an S/Ced s2k is a beast, it'll make 360whp on a safe tune and outrun just about anything. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

02-13-2012, 09:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6964	So tonight in the airport parking garage I noticed a click from the left rear wheel when accelerating from a stop. I think it's an issue of the spindle nut not being tight enough. I did some searching and it seems like this is the case. My only fear is that due to the mileage on the car it might be too late to get by with just re-tightening and re-staking (or completely replacing) the spindle nut. I might need to replace the hub and wheel bearing as well. Though I didn't notice it when testing the car last week, so maybe it's a new development and re-tightening will be fine. Parts are not expensive, but it seems like a PITA. I guess I'll look into it this weekend. In happier news, the suitcase fits! __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-13-2012, 10:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cmike2780 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Long Island Posts: 5,059 Drives: slowwww Rep Power: 30	Nice new toy. __________________ [09][MB][6-Spd MT][Touring][Stillen Gen III][K&N][Borla CBE][Evo-R] [ArchitTEK Photography]

02-13-2012, 11:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
KingZee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Glendale, CA Age: 42 Posts: 2,612 Drives: Focus ST Rep Power: 425	Congrats on the new ride Steve! The S2k is the perfect car to toy with...I would love to get one, house first though. __________________ Focus ST

02-13-2012, 03:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
Waiz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,262 Drives: Z33 & GE8 Rep Power: 461	Nice stable

02-14-2012, 08:00 AM	#8 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6964	Thanks! I doubt I'll buy any other cars before a house. Hard to tell, though. Content with apartment living 'til I am 100% sure where I'm going to be for a while. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-15-2012, 09:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6964	So now that car purchase shock is wearing off, I am going back to putting Michelin PSS on the 5.0 and Conti DW on the S2K. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-15-2012, 09:17 AM	#14 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 544	RE11's>PSS....that is all __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

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