Carbon fiber amuse install help needed

pfdaxe · 08-05-2014, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooltoy

If you can take pics of every step please.

Well, many of you know there's an issue with the hole in the skid plate being too small to change oil (unless you want to remove bumper every time). The hole is just large enough to get to the plug, but not the filter. I hadn't seen any pics of what it looked like so I decided to snap a few for reference. After I made the hole larger, I test fit the bumper and the hole was perfect size to drain oil and replace filter with my thermo plate. I forgot to snap a pic with it mounted, but I will when back from paint. I'm thinking about putting a nice piece of rubber trim around it to clean it up a bit.

Regular snips cut like butter

cooltoy · 08-05-2014, 11:37 PM

Nice. Repped.

This is going to be an epic thread. I am going to search all the Amuse install related threads and try to pull it al into this one.

Riptide67 · 08-05-2014, 11:48 PM

I had my oil pan hoke cut as well bc I knew that would be a pain for oil changes. Great little mod to make life a bit easier.

nomodsjk · 08-06-2014, 01:06 AM

Wow this thread turned out to be really good

wheee! · 08-06-2014, 08:26 AM

That is another thing with the Extreme dimensions kit, it uses the stock under shroud.

pfdaxe · 08-06-2014, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheee!

That is another thing with the Extreme dimensions kit, it uses the stock under shroud.

Interesting. I guess that helps to keep cost down.

nomodsjk · 08-06-2014, 10:18 AM

Anyone know if my zspeed under Shroud will still fit? I love that thing and for 200$ you can't beat it. It comes with a removable pannel for oil changes

wheee! · 08-06-2014, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nomodsjk

Anyone know if my zspeed under Shroud will still fit? I love that thing and for 200$ you can't beat it. It comes with a removable pannel for oil changes

AFAIK the ED kit is the only one you could still use that with... so send it my way...

Riptide67 · 08-06-2014, 10:55 AM

Z z peed shroud will not work with your new front.

Another pro tip is to do your mock up of the front bumper, remove, like everyone your front splitter up, drill holes, and then mount splitter before final install.

cooltoy · 08-06-2014, 04:48 PM

Alright, I am going to start going through all the threads and quote installation tips into this thread, so it all resides in one place.

GENERAL (KIT RELATED POSTS):

DIY: Installing Amuse Vestito Front/Rear Bumpers

.c2's 2009 Magnetic Black 370z

Pictures of ShineAuto Amuse kit in the raw:

Carbon fiber amuse install help needed

Amuse kit in comparison:

Carbon fiber amuse install help needed

FRONT:

Fly1 AMS front does not come with a built in under-tray.

Fly1 AMS Partial CF Front Bumper

For those with an oil cooler:

Quote:

Originally Posted by pfdaxe

Needed some trimming on the inside because of my oil cooler. They have about a 4"x4" opening for the drain plug, but with my adapter plate and larger filter, I'll have to make a larger opening. The FRP cuts like butter. I also have to move my HID fogs in a bit to clear the opening.

Show and Go license plate holder with links to DIY an YOUTUBE:

Help me hunt down the mfg of this sweet gadget!

Amuse Front Bumper Aluminum Skid Plate / Splitter:

Amuse Front Bumper Aluminum Skid Plate / Splitter!

Fly1 Motorsports Custom Skid Plates / Splitters

Fender liners:

Quote:

Originally Posted by equalme

Did anybody fit their own amuse front bumper? If so, just curious if you had to trim the fender lining at all...I'm having a hell of a time getting the AJ bumper on.

Help if you have amuse front bumper!

Quote:

Originally Posted by simota1

for the front bumper.... you will have to CUT the oem splash guards so the bumper will fit.... you do this even with the real kit so no worries... now the hard part is that on the front diffuser part... the holes dont line up at all..... none of them do... so you will have to dremel new holes so that you can put the bolts in the factory parts

SKIRTS:

Quote:

Originally Posted by FairladyZ10PG

How are other amuse owners changing their oil? I can't jack up my car without having to remove the sideskirts. Just trying to get ideas since I can't fit my jack under the car even with the home made wooden ramps (not high enough).

Quote:

Originally Posted by axmea?

Its a hot mess with these skirts. You need two low profile jacks from harbor freight and four stands to do it right or take it to a local shop like I do.

Quote:

Originally Posted by definitionxmk

i roll up on some wood. jack it up w more wood touching the jack and the frame, then put the jack stand. i then jack up the other side and the same way to level it out. then i have to take off the whole front bumper to get to the oil filter (oil filter relocation kit). it sucks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by simota1

for the amuse side .... i assume its from shine... if it is... then no mods needed... they fit really nice....

remove the stock one by unbolting the 8 10mm bolts under the car the screws in the front portion in back of the tire and the ones in the rear tire located in front of it... pull the upper portion of the side skirt to release the tabs and take out the double stick mounting tape.. then slide it forward and voila install the new ones....

Quote:

Originally Posted by KaienZ34

From my bro simota...

AMUSE SIDE SKIRTS INSTALL!!!!

alright man.... LOL its like 2am here but i gotta at least finish this one.... here is the fun part... your gonna have to drill.... reason being the side skirts that carbon signal provides you has no holes whatsoever but before you freak out.... its actually really easy

step one...

man i wish i took pictures lol ok... there are two screws phillip heads... in the front of the rear tire.... and one phillip head in the front... which is located in the back of the front tire..... i find it easier to jack up the car at its jack points so there is plenty of room to work with.... you have to remove the rear tire.... unscrew the two screws in the back and the one in the front

step two

un bolt all of the 10mm bolts located underneath the stock side skirt... there is maybe like 8 if im not mistaken.... and one pop in fastener.... remove all of that... here is the tricky part... when you open the door... the immediate curve where the body and side skirt meets in the door jam there is double stick tape there.... just pull on it and break the seal of the mounting tape....now you have to pull towards you until you hear a small snap... which means you unlocked the clips.... id say a good 4-5 inches around the mounting tape area..... thats how much you pull forward... no more than that or else youll snap the clips.... now once it is forward.... you have to push towards the front of your car... this will unlock the remainder of all the clips holding the side skirt

repeat the step on the pass and your all set

step three

get the carbon signal side skirts... and look at it.... you will see little places where there should have been a hole.... pay close attention to them you can easily tell because the finish on that part is rough and a circle outline is there... now you have to drill precisely all those holes out.... and youll never guess what... they bolt up precisely..... the clips that was on you stock side skirts are useless.... they wont mount on your amuse skirts.... all you have to do is add mounting tape where you removed it and bolt up all the 10mm underneath and your all set....

put back the phillip screws in the rear and the front
remount your rear tire unjack your z... and do it on the other side

step four

step back grab a beer and now sir you have the rear and side skirts mounted....

Project Z

Project Z

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Also, the side skirts, just behind the doors where it meets the body (the horizontal line) will need to be brought out a little to meet up nicely with the existing body. Other than that, the fitment is pretty good.

REAR:

DIY on replica amuse kit, help needed !!

Rear license plate and license plate lights bracket:

Amuse rear bumper help

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarbonSignal

For rear Amuse bumper you need to create some kind of bracket for license plate lights that dont think can be done at home as DIY

Foam behind the rear bumper:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ire

what does everyone do about the white foam that peeks through the mesh on the rear? Im thinking of just getting some black wrap and sticking it over the white. either that or plastidipping it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheee!

Going to 'carve' mine down a bit for more clearance and paint it black....

Quote:

Originally Posted by Realale

I just removed it altogether. You would have to shave it down so thin I really don't think it would do anything.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheee!

I agree now after looking at it again tonight. It's going to stay off the car and the bumper fits better too.

Possible issues with stock exhaust (contact Simota for more info):

Quote:

Originally Posted by simota1

one more thing fellas... im having a problem with my oem exhaust making contact with my amuse rear.... im scared it'll lead to a crack soon.... i just noticed it today...

Quote:

Originally Posted by simota1

so after looking at my rear bumper there is definitely pressure....... its pushing my amuse bumper 1/2" forward

im scared it'll crack it when i drive it

WING:

Visibility:

Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread

Wing brake light:

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooltoy

The light is for a Toyota Sequoya part number is 81570-42071.

MISCELANEOUS:

Canards, diffusers for front, sides and back:

Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread

Amuse 370Z front canard

AeroJacket Carbon Fiber Add on Canards

Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by Riptide67

Been considering the canards. Did you drill an tap them in or 3m?

Quote:

Originally Posted by pfdaxe

I was on the fence with getting these, but thought I'd try a different look. They came with screws so I drilled from the back prior to putting the bumper on. One note; these are made for Aero Jackets Amuse bumpers. They have a slight curve to them. My shine Auto was flat where these mount. I ended up (after screwing them on) using some black silicone body seam filler to fill in the small gap. It blended in nicely and can't even tell.

Measurements of Amuse kit compared to Stock 370Z (at stock height):

Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread

Differences between Amuse/Shine Auto/VIS and Extreme Dimensions/Duraflex kits:

Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread
Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread
Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread
Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread
Official Powerhouse Amuse 370z Thread

Simota's DRLs :

SIMOTA1's journal....
SIMOTA1's journal....

Pictures of VIS Racing kit (not the same as Extreme Dimensions):

VIS Racing Amuse Rear brand new SOCal

VIS Racing Amuse kit Brand New

Duraflex/Extreme Dimensions install comments:

370Z Roadster Atlanta Journal

wheee! · 08-07-2014, 01:50 PM

This just in!

Amuse replica bodykit Install Journal

cooltoy · 08-07-2014, 02:38 PM

Repped.

nomodsjk · 08-09-2014, 08:16 PM

Update: I'm sending my car to areo jacket/fly1 for install. I figured who better to install my kit and fenders. Can't wait to post some pics. I think you guys are going to be pleased with the outcome!

nomodsjk · 08-10-2014, 08:58 PM

They will also be installing an airrex elite air ride system, a siebon cf hatch, new wheels and a new wing. It will take about 3 weeks from the time I ship my car until I get it back. I can't wait to show you guys the pics. Just waiting for Daedalus customs to install my new headlights before shipping my car to LA. The wait is going to kill me. 3 weeks without my car! Z nationals here we come!

Riptide67 · 08-11-2014, 07:47 PM

What's everything going to run you with the shipping of the vehicle too? I priced shipping at 1k east to.west and that was only one trip lol.

08-05-2014, 11:37 PM	#62 (permalink)
cooltoy Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Calgary Posts: 13,971 Drives: 14 PW 370Z S/T MT Rep Power: 243722	Nice. Repped. This is going to be an epic thread. I am going to search all the Amuse install related threads and try to pull it al into this one. __________________ Member of kenchan's "photoshopped mods" and "proper offsets" gang.

08-05-2014, 11:48 PM	#63 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 37 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 69	I had my oil pan hoke cut as well bc I knew that would be a pain for oil changes. Great little mod to make life a bit easier. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

08-06-2014, 01:06 AM	#64 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19962	Wow this thread turned out to be really good pfdaxe and Riptide67 like this.

08-06-2014, 08:26 AM	#65 (permalink)
wheee! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mod Capital of Canada Age: 57 Posts: 7,354 Drives: cars. lots of cars. Rep Power: 40182	That is another thing with the Extreme dimensions kit, it uses the stock under shroud. __________________ H&R / Stillen / Berk / HKS / Swift / Michelin / UpRev / SPC / Amuse Rep / Seibon / Fringe XVO / TWM / more... My Journal

08-06-2014, 10:55 AM	#69 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 37 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 69	Z z peed shroud will not work with your new front. Another pro tip is to do your mock up of the front bumper, remove, like everyone your front splitter up, drill holes, and then mount splitter before final install. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

08-06-2014, 10:18 AM	#67 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19962	Anyone know if my zspeed under Shroud will still fit? I love that thing and for 200$ you can't beat it. It comes with a removable pannel for oil changes

08-07-2014, 01:50 PM	#71 (permalink)
wheee! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mod Capital of Canada Age: 57 Posts: 7,354 Drives: cars. lots of cars. Rep Power: 40182	This just in! Amuse replica bodykit Install Journal __________________ H&R / Stillen / Berk / HKS / Swift / Michelin / UpRev / SPC / Amuse Rep / Seibon / Fringe XVO / TWM / more... My Journal

08-07-2014, 02:38 PM	#72 (permalink)
cooltoy Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Calgary Posts: 13,971 Drives: 14 PW 370Z S/T MT Rep Power: 243722	Repped. wheee! likes this. __________________ Member of kenchan's "photoshopped mods" and "proper offsets" gang.

08-09-2014, 08:16 PM	#73 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19962	Update: I'm sending my car to areo jacket/fly1 for install. I figured who better to install my kit and fenders. Can't wait to post some pics. I think you guys are going to be pleased with the outcome! wheee!, Mr&Mrs, GaleForce and 2 others like this.

08-10-2014, 08:58 PM	#74 (permalink)
nomodsjk Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: martinsburg wv Posts: 2,073 Drives: 2011 370z MB/7at Rep Power: 19962	They will also be installing an airrex elite air ride system, a siebon cf hatch, new wheels and a new wing. It will take about 3 weeks from the time I ship my car until I get it back. I can't wait to show you guys the pics. Just waiting for Daedalus customs to install my new headlights before shipping my car to LA. The wait is going to kill me. 3 weeks without my car! Z nationals here we come! wheee! and cooltoy like this.

08-11-2014, 07:47 PM	#75 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 37 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 69	What's everything going to run you with the shipping of the vehicle too? I priced shipping at 1k east to.west and that was only one trip lol. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

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