DIY: GTR Red Start-Stop Button Swap out

LateralG'z · 07-30-2010, 05:43 AM

Triple's thanks for the post

FricFrac · 07-31-2010, 11:48 AM

Just a quick FYI if you need to replace your start button with a stock one.... I was doing some research a few months ago as I'm going to be building a keyless ignition for my 280ZX and I wanted to use the start button from the 370Z (like how it looks white then lights up orange like the rest of the console on both cars). Turns out the Altima and Maxima start buttons are almost half the price of the 370Z and GTR and one of the two (Alitma/Maxima) is identical and the other is virtually identical. I'd have to look and see which one was which. I would like to get the plug for it.

Also the switch is fairly easy to open up. I've got a pinout for the switch. You can change the surface mount LEDs as well if you want to change the backlight colour. I'm not sure how effective it would be for the GTR button but it should work well with the opaque white on the 370Z/Maxima/Altima (and probably others but the Maxima/Altima were the cheapest when I was looking).

If someone knew a place to get the plug for the back of the buton that would be cool.....

Trips · 07-31-2010, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FricFrac

Just a quick FYI if you need to replace your start button with a stock one.... I was doing some research a few months ago as I'm going to be building a keyless ignition for my 280ZX and I wanted to use the start button from the 370Z (like how it looks white then lights up orange like the rest of the console on both cars). Turns out the Altima and Maxima start buttons are almost half the price of the 370Z and GTR and one of the two (Alitma/Maxima) is identical and the other is virtually identical. I'd have to look and see which one was which. I would like to get the plug for it.

Also the switch is fairly easy to open up. I've got a pinout for the switch. You can change the surface mount LEDs as well if you want to change the backlight colour. I'm not sure how effective it would be for the GTR button but it should work well with the opaque white on the 370Z/Maxima/Altima (and probably others but the Maxima/Altima were the cheapest when I was looking).

If someone knew a place to get the plug for the back of the buton that would be cool.....

Outside of a wrecked one at a Wrecking yard probably not. The dealers not going to sell you just that connector. Since the connector is hidden you have a better chance of making your own.

Lemers · 07-31-2010, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple's

Outside of a wrecked one at a Wrecking yard probably not. The dealers not going to sell you just that connector. Since the connector is hidden you have a better chance of making your own.

Greatntech support +1

Kirkster · 07-31-2010, 03:56 PM

My button came today. My wife teased me with it over a video chat

Then she threatened to do the install herself

I told her I get to do the first mod on my car dammit.

TreeSemdyZee · 07-31-2010, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kirkster

My button came today. My wife teased me with it over a video chat

Then she threatened to do the install herself

I told her I get to do the first mod on my car dammit.

Women have no place grilling or putting in red buttons.

noTCed · 07-31-2010, 07:26 PM

Finally got mine last night and put it in. All I can say is pictures do no justice to how much better this looks.

FricFrac · 07-31-2010, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple's

Outside of a wrecked one at a Wrecking yard probably not. The dealers not going to sell you just that connector. Since the connector is hidden you have a better chance of making your own.

That's what I figured for wiring harness stuff.... I'll make my own or a pigtail with another connector...

Trips · 08-11-2010, 09:24 PM

bump

pty370z · 08-12-2010, 11:39 AM

I just got mine installed. Thanks to West Covina Nissan for great service and fast shipping.

Easy 10-15 min. install and looks great on my Red Z... hehehe..

zero · 08-15-2010, 09:17 PM

I just joined Triple's GTR Red Button.

LMBmikeZ · 08-21-2010, 08:04 AM

I just finished my install this morning took all of 22 mins! lol and I love it with the red in my 40th!

Best part is I got it yesterday just in time for Z fest here in Ontario today! Installed and now about to head out can't wait!

Eric · 08-21-2010, 08:18 AM

I love the red start button from the GTR!

I bet this will be a $1000 upgrade option for the 2011 370Z...lol

LMBmikeZ · 08-21-2010, 05:25 PM

tried to take a couple quick pics today I tried to include some of the interior so you can see how it fits nice with the red interior with the 40ths!

^^last pic you can start to see some other Z's at Z fest in Brantford, Ontario

WestCo Scott · 08-24-2010, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pty370z

I just got mine installed. Thanks to West Covina Nissan for great service and fast shipping.

Easy 10-15 min. install and looks great on my Red Z... hehehe..

Thank you pty I'm glad you like it!

-Scott

07-30-2010, 05:43 AM	#106 (permalink)
LateralG'z Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 876 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 17	Triple's thanks for the post __________________ 2010 Mag Black, 6MT,

07-31-2010, 11:48 AM	#107 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 229	Just a quick FYI if you need to replace your start button with a stock one.... I was doing some research a few months ago as I'm going to be building a keyless ignition for my 280ZX and I wanted to use the start button from the 370Z (like how it looks white then lights up orange like the rest of the console on both cars). Turns out the Altima and Maxima start buttons are almost half the price of the 370Z and GTR and one of the two (Alitma/Maxima) is identical and the other is virtually identical. I'd have to look and see which one was which. I would like to get the plug for it. Also the switch is fairly easy to open up. I've got a pinout for the switch. You can change the surface mount LEDs as well if you want to change the backlight colour. I'm not sure how effective it would be for the GTR button but it should work well with the opaque white on the 370Z/Maxima/Altima (and probably others but the Maxima/Altima were the cheapest when I was looking). If someone knew a place to get the plug for the back of the buton that would be cool..... __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra //

07-31-2010, 03:56 PM	#110 (permalink)
Kirkster A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Peoples Republic of MD Posts: 1,792 Drives: Roadster of DOOM Rep Power: 20	My button came today. My wife teased me with it over a video chat Then she threatened to do the install herself I told her I get to do the first mod on my car dammit. __________________ Powertrain Warranty voided on 5/14/2011 Mod List:GTM Supercharger,SmartTop module, Oil Cooler, GT-R Start button, Nismo Exhaust, BC Racing ER Coilovers, Backup Camara For eastwest:

08-11-2010, 09:24 PM	#114 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	bump __________________

08-12-2010, 11:39 AM	#115 (permalink)
pty370z Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Panama City, Panama Posts: 654 Drives: over the speed limit Rep Power: 17	I just got mine installed. Thanks to West Covina Nissan for great service and fast shipping. Easy 10-15 min. install and looks great on my Red Z... hehehe.. __________________ 2010 Solid Red 370Z * *Touring-Sport-6MT Black Interior Performance:** STILLEN * BERK * UR * MISHIMOTO * K&N * Z1 * ZSPEED * UPREV * DBA Interior: GT-R Red Start/Stop Button * MSA Floor Mats * PW:JDM Exterior: INGS+1 * SEIBON * FUJIMURA * PW:JDM * UAM * KICS * VOLK

07-31-2010, 07:26 PM	#112 (permalink)
noTCed Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Hells Waiting Room AZ Posts: 11 Drives: 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 15	Finally got mine last night and put it in. All I can say is pictures do no justice to how much better this looks.

08-15-2010, 09:17 PM	#116 (permalink)
zero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,259 Drives: MK 7.5 Golf R Rep Power: 23	I just joined Triple's GTR Red Button. __________________

08-21-2010, 08:04 AM	#117 (permalink)
LMBmikeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 12,237 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 10350	I just finished my install this morning took all of 22 mins! lol and I love it with the red in my 40th! Best part is I got it yesterday just in time for Z fest here in Ontario today! Installed and now about to head out can't wait! Last edited by LMBmikeZ; 08-21-2010 at 08:06 AM. Reason: Z FEST!!!!!

08-21-2010, 08:18 AM	#118 (permalink)
Eric Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Norton, Massachusetts Posts: 448 Drives: in the fast lane. Rep Power: 16	I love the red start button from the GTR! I bet this will be a $1000 upgrade option for the 2011 370Z...lol __________________ PSN ID: GTP_EricW

08-21-2010, 05:25 PM	#119 (permalink)
LMBmikeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 12,237 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 10350	tried to take a couple quick pics today I tried to include some of the interior so you can see how it fits nice with the red interior with the 40ths! ^^last pic you can start to see some other Z's at Z fest in Brantford, Ontario Last edited by LMBmikeZ; 08-22-2010 at 02:35 PM.

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