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Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 05-15-2011, 04:07 PM
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Posted By vifferman
Sorry, but if you're using Nissan's copper crush...

Sorry, but if you're using Nissan's copper crush washer, a quarter turn after hand-tightening won't even begin to properly crush the washer. As I recall, it's more like 1.5 turns before the plug...
Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 05-15-2011, 03:29 PM
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Posted By vifferman
That would be crush washer, not "crunch"...

That would be crush washer, not "crunch" washer.
Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 05-14-2011, 04:23 PM
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Posted By vifferman
Addendum - this was my ZR's first oil/filter...

Addendum - this was my ZR's first oil/filter change. Didn't trust the dealer to do it, so took the free oil & filter to do the job myself. Still, I must admit that at age 63 with some health issues,...
Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 05-11-2011, 05:38 PM
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Posted By vifferman
First, thanks AK for your excellent post. I've...

First, thanks AK for your excellent post. I've changed my own oil for some 45 years (really) and while I have the FSM, and knew what to do, your photos ensured confidence and a clear understanding...
Forum: New Forum Member 04-26-2011, 04:32 PM
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Views: 909
Posted By vifferman
Top Issues

Sue ~

Very early on (shortly after taking delivery of my Z Roadster in June '10), the top developed a big buldge on the driver's side about 4" above the window and 8" back from the windscreen....
Forum: New Forum Member 04-24-2011, 01:45 PM
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Posted By vifferman
Sue ~ There have been lots of problems with the Z...

Sue ~ There have been lots of problems with the Z roadster's top (mine included). Look in the Roadster section of this forum for details. You may also wish to repost your problem there with more...
Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) 04-18-2011, 04:43 PM
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Views: 333,163
Posted By vifferman
What dimension boards did you use and how did you...

What dimension boards did you use and how did you place them (as a riser in front of the ramps (per AK's original post), or overlaying the ramps as an extension? I already have Rhino ramps, and...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 04-09-2011, 03:40 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
High-Step'n - My roadster has just 1,620 miles on...

High-Step'n - My roadster has just 1,620 miles on the clock, as I too store mine during the winter months, and drive only for sport/recreation in dry/good weather conditions. As I posted at the time,...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 04-05-2011, 04:46 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Don't allow them to replace your top (complex...

Don't allow them to replace your top (complex procedure that is rarely done properly, and/or without collateral damage) until they can explain the cause/source of the wear spots and offer a...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 03-31-2011, 04:44 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,626
Posted By vifferman
Sorry Jme370, but contrary to your "almost 100%"...

Sorry Jme370, but contrary to your "almost 100%" confidence level, the Honda S2000 antenna is not a perfect fit for the 370ZR. Took delivery today, and (as I recall reading in an earlier post) the...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 03-22-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,626
Posted By vifferman
I wasn't asking about the thread fit. My question...

I wasn't asking about the thread fit. My question is "does the 7" Honda S2000 antenna fit the 370Z in terms of the bottom diameter matching that of the 370Z's antenna base?" Again, I actually prefer...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 03-21-2011, 04:25 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,626
Posted By vifferman
Honda S2000 Antenna

All here seem to prefer the 3" JDM stubby, but I think I might prefer then 7" Honda S2000 antenna to replace my roadster's 11.5" OEM monstrocity. The S2000 antenna is promoted on eBay and elsewhere...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 12-15-2010, 04:07 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Just thank your lucky stars that you don't have a...

Just thank your lucky stars that you don't have a problem with your top (I do, but the majority don't) and enjoy your 370ZR. Why would you want the dealer to mess with a car that has "no problem?" I...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 12-13-2010, 04:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,513
Posted By vifferman
This is important info for those of us who have...

This is important info for those of us who have had the top-tear issue (or signs of it). As per Hi-Step'N's post, please see what you can find out about the "pivot pin." If not a photo, perhaps a...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 12-05-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,871
Posted By vifferman
Merlin, I too had the top buldge problem &...

Merlin,

I too had the top buldge problem & no thanks to the dealer, I fixed it myself. Here's my original post...

Eureka! I think I've solved the mystery "top bulge" problem myself (no thanks...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-24-2010, 05:58 PM
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Views: 1,036
Posted By vifferman
4-Month Review/Opinion

I took delivery of my Z roadster on June 7, and have accumulated just 1500(fun & spirited) miles to date, as I drive the "Z" for sport/recreational purposes only (my '04 Acura TSX serves flawlessly...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-22-2010, 06:56 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Thanks, Merlin. Now I understand, as your issue...

Thanks, Merlin. Now I understand, as your issue is different than mine, Z_U_Later's, and others' where the wear occurs in a more central location. That's bad news since it suggests that there isn't...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-20-2010, 02:55 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Here's the expected lame response from Nissan... ...

Here's the expected lame response from Nissan...

October 20, 2010



File # 6962899


Dear Andrew Bertsch:
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-20-2010, 02:38 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Any chance you could post a pic or two of the...

Any chance you could post a pic or two of the hatch arm with the re-routed wire harness? Perhaps also a pic of the affected area on the canvas? Is the wear in the same area as Z_U_Later's tear and...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-20-2010, 02:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By vifferman
Well, I checked my headrests again after your...

Well, I checked my headrests again after your more detailed explanation; and I now understand your concern. You're right...the design is "not good," but I doubt that there's anything your dealer will...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-17-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Message to NissanUSA

Top-wear/tear victims ~

While my issue is still relatively minor, I'm not at all happy with the cosmetics of the wear mark/indentation/crease, and I clearly want to avoid Z_U_Later's top...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-17-2010, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,853
Posted By vifferman
I checked my roadster's headrests against those...

I checked my roadster's headrests against those of my Acura TSX, and while the Z's rests are somewhat more "wobbly," it's not at all excessive IMO, and I cannnot imagine how the headrest posts could...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-13-2010, 07:40 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
I would estimate that in four months, I've...

I would estimate that in four months, I've opened/closed the top maybe 60-65 times. The wear mark/crease/indentation appeared within the first month of ownership, and has worsened moderately, but...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-11-2010, 04:02 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Well, as promised, I opened the top half way...

Well, as promised, I opened the top half way yesterday to inspect the hatch arm assemby/conduit, etc. Frankly, I can't see how that assembly could possibly be the "top-tearing" culprit, especially...
Forum: Nissan 370Z Roadster (Convertible) 10-09-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 31,013
Posted By vifferman
Well, Merlin - first, the tech's clumsy effort...

Well, Merlin - first, the tech's clumsy effort (deep tool marks, et al) is outrageous. I know exactly how you feel; it's like your beautiful new car has been violated and it will never be "new"...
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