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Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 05-02-2021, 11:08 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,496
Posted By optiontrader
Tri-gauges have boost (probably expected) and...

Tri-gauges have boost (probably expected) and turbo speed? Wonder if that's going to make it to production?

So we're ditching the clock (thank goodness) and the oil temp gauge. ROFL - maybe...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 04-28-2021, 01:03 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,496
Posted By optiontrader
Agreed with both above points; the new Z has...

Agreed with both above points; the new Z has enough improvements for me in the right areas to make it a compelling buy (again).

This time, I'll be cross-shopping the Z with a used Evora (400 or...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 04-27-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,496
Posted By optiontrader
So I've heard in this thread from the OP and...

So I've heard in this thread from the OP and others that the new Z is "not innovative enough", but no specifics.

Exactly what should have been added to the Z chassis to make it something you would...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 03-26-2021, 12:09 AM
Replies: 7,146
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Posted By optiontrader
If that's production representative; I'm totally...

If that's production representative; I'm totally in for a test drive. The new Z may end up saving me $$$ the same way the 370Z did when it was going up against a used P-Car...
Forum: Nissan 400Z Engine and Drivetrain 10-02-2020, 06:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,961
Posted By optiontrader
This makes the most sense from a business...

This makes the most sense from a business perspective, so probably the most likely. That transmission may just come over virtually unchanged. :shakes head:

But we can always hope...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 09-27-2020, 10:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,434
Posted By optiontrader
I overall like the styling; thankful that Nissan...

I overall like the styling; thankful that Nissan is not overdoing it, yet paying some homage to the cars some of us lusted over when were were kids. Again, my only "issue" is the grill which I'm...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 09-18-2020, 08:59 PM
Replies: 7,146
Views: 2,433,749
Posted By optiontrader
So on the way home from the grocery store this...

So on the way home from the grocery store this afternoon, we typically pass by an Aston Martin dealership (usually since I'm driving :rolleyes:). I'm now with everyone else that is saying the...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 09-15-2020, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7,146
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Posted By optiontrader
Concur ^^^ - the unveiling event itself left a...

Concur ^^^ - the unveiling event itself left a lot to be desired.

This was also virtual - there was so much more Nissan could have done to really set this live event off (kewl intro music,...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 09-15-2020, 08:33 PM
Replies: 7,146
Views: 2,433,749
Posted By optiontrader
Can we at least agree on this: the level of...

Can we at least agree on this: the level of disappointment for some on the styling of the new Z doesn't equal the overall negative reaction of the sport car fans when the Supra was unveiled?

We...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 09-15-2020, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7,146
Views: 2,433,749
Posted By optiontrader
I really like it - my only reservation on the...

I really like it - my only reservation on the exterior is the grille; but I'm sure the aftermarket will take care of us. Love the interior; was not expecting a virtual dash.

Providing the...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 01-15-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,506
Posted By optiontrader
As mentioned; the Nolathane bushings appear to be...

As mentioned; the Nolathane bushings appear to be identical twins to the Whitelines. I installed the Z1 polys in front (DD, not a track car).
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 12-30-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,506
Posted By optiontrader
I replaced my rear diff bushing since, as...

I replaced my rear diff bushing since, as expected, the fluid-filled OEM bushing started leaking. My Z is stock (total DD), so I didn't have any noticeable increase is noise or vibration. The rear...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 10-17-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 7,146
Views: 2,433,749
Posted By optiontrader
If this upcoming earnings report is a bad as the...

If this upcoming earnings report is a bad as the last for Nissan - it's gonna be a very long wait for any revision to the Z. Considering two-seat sports cars aren't profit driving platforms, the Z...
Forum: Nissan 400Z General Discussions 11-29-2018, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7,146
Views: 2,433,749
Posted By optiontrader
The NicoClub article was a very good read, and I...

The NicoClub article was a very good read, and I can understand why a wholesale overhaul of the Z is probably not the best thing financially for Nissan. But could Nissan get the ClubSport into...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 10-12-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,068
Posted By optiontrader
The Giulia QV and M4 are both awesome cars; and...

The Giulia QV and M4 are both awesome cars; and preference of one over the other is subjective.

The Giulia is more raw than the M4. The M4 could be considered more refined. I wouldn’t mind...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 10-10-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,068
Posted By optiontrader
I was notified when the first Giulia Quadrifoglio...

I was notified when the first Giulia Quadrifoglio arrived at my local Alfa dealer (which is also owned by the Nissan dealership next door). Signing up well before the decision for no manual in the...
Forum: New 370Z Owner 03-10-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,357
Posted By optiontrader
'Grats, and welcome! (You need to update...

'Grats, and welcome!

(You need to update your "drives" profile and ring in the new ride! :driving:)
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-10-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
Rep to Rusty and SouthArk370Z - the tires were...

Rep to Rusty and SouthArk370Z - the tires were the noisemakers. Just replaced with a new set of Yoko Advan All-Seasons on the rears, and the noise is gone. Thanks!

I took a look at the diff...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-04-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
None that I can see. The wear is pretty smooth;...

None that I can see. The wear is pretty smooth; as can be seen in the above imgur post, profile is pretty straight until to get to the right most radial tread groove, where the tire wears noticeably...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-04-2018, 09:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
Here's the profile, edge-on pic: ...

Here's the profile, edge-on pic:

https://imgur.com/a/HbPtW
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-04-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
You know what - I completely discounted the...

You know what - I completely discounted the tires. When I heard the similar noise @60K, it remained after I replaced my tires and only went away after the dealer replaced the wheel hub. I...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-04-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
Thanks for the reply. Do you think the humming...

Thanks for the reply. Do you think the humming could be caused by the diff bushing rupture? As I mentioned, I replaced the driver's side rear wheel hub assembly, and was about to replace the axle....
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-04-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
Bumping; got some news. The reman axle is...

Bumping; got some news.

The reman axle is longer than the existing one. Looking online from Parts Geek where I purchased it from (it's a Surtrack, NI-8358), it shows the driver side longer than...
Forum: Brakes & Suspension 03-03-2018, 10:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By optiontrader
Humming Rear Driver Side Only Around 70mph

109K, all stock.

Had similar issue on the opposite rear passenger side around 60K (yep, right after warranty expires), where it would start humming around 50mph. Thought tires - needed...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 03-08-2015, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,904
Posted By optiontrader
High idle

High idle can be several issues. Cold, you should steady up at 1.5k, then drop down to 600-700 once the coolant is warmed up.

Vacuum leak, dirty MAF, bad idle solenoid...

LMK if you solve it;...
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