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Finster · 06-27-2017, 06:44 PM

New member as well as a new owner, hello!

I now drive a 2012 Black 370z with the Touring and Sport packages! So excited!

After looking around on the forum, it seems that I bought a Z that is actually kind of similar to some other mod set-ups that people have done to their Z's. The set-up includes the K&N Typhoon twin cold air intakes, the Borla Catback exhaust, Eibach sportline lowering springs, and Skunk2 carbon fiber intake ducts.

At first I was quite worried when searching for a 370z (350z as well) because of the gas mileage. My last car was a 2010 Honda Accord so it is a big difference, but obviously expected when buying a sports car. But with these mods, driving city, my car is telling me I'm getting 24 mpg on average which is awesome!

Overall, so far it's an amazing car. I'm really glad I own one now as I have always wanted one.

Little questions I have:
(Answering any one of these questions would be extremely appreciated!)

1. Tow Hook:
I'm debating on keeping the tow hook on the front of the car. It came on the car when I bought it, but I am probably never taking this car to a track so it's only there for the looks. Do I take it off or do I leave it on? My friends love it, my mom hates it, I'm lost...

2. Back-up Camera:
I test drove 5 different Z's, and I eventually purchased one without the navigation system and the rear-view camera. I feel really uncomfortable backing out of parking spots or even my own garage because the massive blind spots and the very dark tinted windows, so what is the most budget friendly easy to install back-up camera I could install?

3. Blind Spot Mirrors:
Talking more about the blind spots, are those convex (fish-eye) blind spot mirrors, "ugly"? I just feel like they are mandatory for me with this car. I mean, in order to change lanes, I lean all the way forward and then look out of my windows just to check the blind spot and I feel like over time I might accidently cut someone off.

4. Battery Drain:
I left my AC running in my car for 20 minutes as I was setting up the Bluetooth, then turned it off. I came out 30 minutes later for a drive and the car wouldn't start. I tried twice, then the third time I held down the button and it eventually started. Do your batteries drain that fast?

5. Rich Gas Exhaust Smell:
My Borla catback exhaust (which I personally think sounds amazing) is giving out this very rich smell of gas. If I have the windows down, maybe 10 seconds after I start the car I smell it inside the cab. I did a walk around and I can tell it's definitely coming from the back of the car. It passed emissions not too long ago, and I'm getting good gas mileage, but the smell is just annoying. Is it just because the catback system, or can I fix it? I'm a car noob, I need help!

I'm sure after searching this forum long enough, I would eventually come across some of the answers I need, but I've already tried and I've come close, but no cigar. Thanks!

-Finster

06-27-2017, 06:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
Finster Base Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 6 Drives: 12 Nissan 370z T/S Rep Power: 8	New Owner of a 2012 370z Touring Sport New member as well as a new owner, hello! I now drive a 2012 Black 370z with the Touring and Sport packages! So excited! After looking around on the forum, it seems that I bought a Z that is actually kind of similar to some other mod set-ups that people have done to their Z's. The set-up includes the K&N Typhoon twin cold air intakes, the Borla Catback exhaust, Eibach sportline lowering springs, and Skunk2 carbon fiber intake ducts. At first I was quite worried when searching for a 370z (350z as well) because of the gas mileage. My last car was a 2010 Honda Accord so it is a big difference, but obviously expected when buying a sports car. But with these mods, driving city, my car is telling me I'm getting 24 mpg on average which is awesome! Overall, so far it's an amazing car. I'm really glad I own one now as I have always wanted one. Little questions I have: (Answering any one of these questions would be extremely appreciated!) 1. Tow Hook: I'm debating on keeping the tow hook on the front of the car. It came on the car when I bought it, but I am probably never taking this car to a track so it's only there for the looks. Do I take it off or do I leave it on? My friends love it, my mom hates it, I'm lost... 2. Back-up Camera: I test drove 5 different Z's, and I eventually purchased one without the navigation system and the rear-view camera. I feel really uncomfortable backing out of parking spots or even my own garage because the massive blind spots and the very dark tinted windows, so what is the most budget friendly easy to install back-up camera I could install? 3. Blind Spot Mirrors: Talking more about the blind spots, are those convex (fish-eye) blind spot mirrors, "ugly"? I just feel like they are mandatory for me with this car. I mean, in order to change lanes, I lean all the way forward and then look out of my windows just to check the blind spot and I feel like over time I might accidently cut someone off. 4. Battery Drain: I left my AC running in my car for 20 minutes as I was setting up the Bluetooth, then turned it off. I came out 30 minutes later for a drive and the car wouldn't start. I tried twice, then the third time I held down the button and it eventually started. Do your batteries drain that fast? 5. Rich Gas Exhaust Smell: My Borla catback exhaust (which I personally think sounds amazing) is giving out this very rich smell of gas. If I have the windows down, maybe 10 seconds after I start the car I smell it inside the cab. I did a walk around and I can tell it's definitely coming from the back of the car. It passed emissions not too long ago, and I'm getting good gas mileage, but the smell is just annoying. Is it just because the catback system, or can I fix it? I'm a car noob, I need help! I'm sure after searching this forum long enough, I would eventually come across some of the answers I need, but I've already tried and I've come close, but no cigar. Thanks! -Finster Last edited by Finster; 06-27-2017 at 07:14 PM.