What did you do with your Z today V (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

tripndesi · 10-21-2018, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Viraemia

Also upgraded from base brakes today! Makes a huuuge difference in how the car looks. Pro-tip: the red Infiniti calipers are $350 cheaper than the Nissan-branded calipers if you don't care about the tiniest of minute details. I don't mind it at all, but I'm going to powdercoat them next season anyways.

Nice wheels & car color/caliper combo. I have a black 370. I am looking at powder coating the wheels glossy black and the stock calipers.
For my calipers I’m not sure if I want red , or black.

I’m not racing anyone or going to the track.

Just taking it e-z.

Cd001111 · 10-21-2018, 08:37 AM

Flat gun metal

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Ian B · 10-21-2018, 02:48 PM

Sold my set 18" rims and tires to forum member.

Ian B

Hotrodz · 10-22-2018, 11:27 AM

My girl is getting a facelift!

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JARblue · 10-22-2018, 11:50 AM

Installed new Polk component speakers to replace the stock ones.
Installed new illuminated kick plate to replace the old dented one.
Installed touring pedals to replace the stock rubber ones.
Installed Nismo floor mats to replace some cheap rubber ones.
Fixed and/or cleared a bunch of random DTCs.
Cranked the engine and ran it long enough to settle the idle and warm up the oil.

First time the car has run with no codes or issues in over 6 months

Still have a few things on the list before she's ready to run hard, but I'll take her out for a spin sometime this week

MadSciSnails · 10-22-2018, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Installed new Polk component speakers to replace the stock ones.
Installed new illuminated kick plate to replace the old dented one.
Installed touring pedals to replace the stock rubber ones.
Installed Nismo floor mats to replace some cheap rubber ones.
Fixed and/or cleared a bunch of random DTCs.
Cranked the engine and ran it long enough to settle the idle and warm up the oil.

First time the car has run with no codes or issues in over 6 months

Still have a few things on the list before she's ready to run hard, but I'll take her out for a spin sometime this week

Which Polk set did you use? I've been eyeing them for a little while now.

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JARblue · 10-22-2018, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by MadSciSnails

Which Polk set did you use? I've been eyeing them for a little while now.

To be honest, I do not recall. I bought them used from a forum members about 3 years ago.

Spooler · 10-22-2018, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

To be honest, I do not recall. I bought them used from a forum members about 3 years ago.

LOL, now that is funny. Talking about a parts pile waiting to be installed. I know the feeling.

JARblue · 10-22-2018, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

LOL, now that is funny. Talking about a parts pile waiting to be installed. I know the feeling.

I didn't even get to install the good stuff. Brake ducts have been sitting for over 3 years. Oil cooler more than 2 years. Arc coolant reservoir/catch can is only a couple months old.

MadSciSnails · 10-23-2018, 10:33 AM

I can relate to this all to well.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

To be honest, I do not recall. I bought them used from a forum members about 3 years ago.

Sent from another dimension.

JARblue · 10-25-2018, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by MadSciSnails

Which Polk set did you use? I've been eyeing them for a little while now.

I found documentation last night. They are Polk DXi component speakers. They sound a little stuffy but that's only because they're still running off the OEM headunit at the moment.

jwick · 10-25-2018, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I found documentation last night. They are Polk DXi component speakers. They sound a little stuffy but that's only because they're still running off the OEM headunit at the moment.

I’m a huge Polk fan. Ran them in my S-10 back in the day and still have a sound bar and the three front speakers in my home theater.

Ian B · 10-22-2018, 05:25 PM

Well, Z left me again at HEB Leander Texas. It would not start. The manager came and jump it thank God and him started right away. I said, frack it, called Cedar Park Nissan to see how long of a wait, he said none. Drove straight there, told him the issue and 1.5 hours later back on the road. Charging system, starter and alternator all tested and fine, it was that damn pos Optima battery that failed. Nissan is using Interstate batteries which are my preference and got it installed, tested and back on the road. Funny thing I had the battery tested at Auto Zone last Sunday and he said it was good with 82% on the reading. Oh well, stuff happens. Now I have a new battery w 2 year warranty at 100% before it gets prorated for 3 more years.

Ian B

Ian B · 10-23-2018, 10:06 AM

Need to do some routine maintenance:

Replace power steering fluids
Replace radiator fluids
Replace brake fluids

Ian B · 10-25-2018, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Ian B

Need to do some routine maintenance:

Replace power steering fluids
Replace radiator fluids
Replace brake fluids

Got a call back from Kevin at Austin Z clinic and my fan belt has cracks and the rear brakes failed. He will replace both and should have the car back at noon today. Very reasonable prices.

Ian B

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