Riptide's S30 280Z and Z34 Nismo 370Z build thread

Riptide67 · 10-17-2015, 11:28 AM

First shots I took of the S30 when I brought her home

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Riptide67 · 10-17-2015, 11:32 AM

Overall she was in great shape. I have such a love and hate relationship with detailing cars and correcting paint. I wanted to see how well I could get her to shine up! You can really see the major difference in just half the hood with just a simple clay, cut, polish, and seal

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Riptide67 · 10-17-2015, 11:37 AM

Soon came the first set of modifications! I ordered a Xenon front air damn, powdercoated valve cover, and fender mirrors. I quickly knocked out the air dam and the valve cover. I'm holding off on the fender mirrors at the moment. I want to make sure I have the measurements correct for visibility. That way I can delete the only door mirror, which is on the drivers door.

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Riptide67 · 10-17-2015, 11:40 AM

Then along came a wild Nismo

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Riptide67 · 10-17-2015, 11:52 AM

I'm currently shopping around for a spoiler for the S30. There are quite a few to choose from and I'm deciding between carbon fiber, poly, or FG. The only reason CF is on the table is bc I may choose the CF ZG fender flares. Haven't quite made up my mind yet.

The Nismo is pretty set and there are only two cosmetic modifications I want to make, besides adding some vinyl in a few areas. Considering the options are extremely limited anyways. I lucked out and was able to score the fenders I wanted from Dom. So I've got his RS1 CF fenders on the way.

I also needed a license plate mount for the front tow hook and after looking over the options and reviews, I went with moweraxle. I spoke with Larry via email and he got me all setup.

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The Dimer · 10-18-2015, 01:40 AM

She's a beaut! Definitely get that mirror situation sorted quickly, though. lol

Zbrah · 10-18-2015, 03:55 AM

Derek, those are two beautiful rides you've got buddy. Congratulations! The S30 is in amazing condition. I would rock that any day! I can't wait to see more changes to her.

10-17-2015, 11:28 AM	#16 (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	First shots I took of the S30 when I brought her home Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk LMBmikeZ, Hotrodz, DatsunFTW and 1 others like this. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

10-17-2015, 11:32 AM	#17 (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	Overall she was in great shape. I have such a love and hate relationship with detailing cars and correcting paint. I wanted to see how well I could get her to shine up! You can really see the major difference in just half the hood with just a simple clay, cut, polish, and seal Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk LMBmikeZ likes this. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

10-17-2015, 11:37 AM	#18 (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	Soon came the first set of modifications! I ordered a Xenon front air damn, powdercoated valve cover, and fender mirrors. I quickly knocked out the air dam and the valve cover. I'm holding off on the fender mirrors at the moment. I want to make sure I have the measurements correct for visibility. That way I can delete the only door mirror, which is on the drivers door. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk LMBmikeZ, Hotrodz, DatsunFTW and 1 others like this. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

10-17-2015, 11:40 AM	#19 (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	Then along came a wild Nismo Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk LMBmikeZ, Hotrodz, mag_black and 2 others like this. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

10-17-2015, 11:52 AM	#20 (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'm currently shopping around for a spoiler for the S30. There are quite a few to choose from and I'm deciding between carbon fiber, poly, or FG. The only reason CF is on the table is bc I may choose the CF ZG fender flares. Haven't quite made up my mind yet. The Nismo is pretty set and there are only two cosmetic modifications I want to make, besides adding some vinyl in a few areas. Considering the options are extremely limited anyways. I lucked out and was able to score the fenders I wanted from Dom. So I've got his RS1 CF fenders on the way. I also needed a license plate mount for the front tow hook and after looking over the options and reviews, I went with moweraxle. I spoke with Larry via email and he got me all setup. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk DatsunFTW and Zbrah like this. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

10-18-2015, 01:40 AM	#21 (permalink)
The Dimer Track Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Bolingbrook, IL Posts: 632 Drives: 2010 PW 370z Rep Power: 15	She's a beaut! Definitely get that mirror situation sorted quickly, though. lol Riptide67 likes this. __________________ K&N Drop-Ins, Z1 Post-MAF Tubes, FI 18" CF TDX, TWM Short Throw Shifter w/ A6 Leopard Knob, 'esfourteen' clutch helper spring, 'kellyefields' hood struts.

10-18-2015, 03:55 AM	#22 (permalink)
Zbrah A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2013 Location: The370Z.com Posts: 4,956 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 5452	Derek, those are two beautiful rides you've got buddy. Congratulations! The S30 is in amazing condition. I would rock that any day! I can't wait to see more changes to her. Hotrodz and Riptide67 like this. __________________

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