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

-ZS-Carpenter · 06-12-2019, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I'm just wondering how high it can get... I'm not sure it will be enough to roll out the transmission sitting on the transmission jack from under the car. In which case, it's probably not worth it to me.

I can get the car up on four jack stands without much effort now. The minimal hassle saved with a QJ just doesn't seem worth a $1300+ investment. Especially when I consider that I can get a 2 post lift for an 8' tall garage for $1700.

No way it's high enough to roll a trans out on a jack. It's only like 22" unless you get one of the higher end ones. Maybe if you had blocks tall enough. Even then I'm unsure if it would be high enough. My stands are 21.5" and I need to raise the front another 4" to get the trans back under the car.

Not knocking the QJ I think it would be great for oil changes, tire rotation, brakes and exhaust work. If I had the room and an extra grand burning a hole in my pocket I'd get one. Too many parts to buy

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bunk · 06-12-2019, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by cv129

Oh I can’t imagine moving it around lol. Personally, I’ll want them stationary at one spot. I’ll just park my Z over it every time. Maybe build a small incline ramp on each end.

The picture on the box is a bunch of BS. Aint no way someone is going to be dragging both ramps behind them like that! Even though they have little plastic wheels, thats one way of messing up your back or shoulders!

BettyZ · 06-12-2019, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by cv129

Oh I can’t imagine moving it around lol. Personally, I’ll want them stationary at one spot. I’ll just park my Z over it every time. Maybe build a small incline ramp on each end.

They're certainly not light.. but they have wheels on one end so you can maneuver it around.

BettyZ · 06-12-2019, 04:22 PM

Wrapped both sides of the Y pipe. Miserable experience even with the wrapping pre-soaked. Going to take a 30 minute shower/decon and get this fiberglass OFF MY ******* SKIN

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-ZS-Carpenter · 06-12-2019, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BettyZ

Wrapped both sides of the Y pipe. Miserable experience even with the wrapping pre-soaked. Going to take a 30 minute shower/decon and get this fiberglass OFF MY ******* SKIN

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I did the hfc on the G in fiberglass. Never again. Using Ti from now on. Ti wrap is way easier to work with, no splinters no wet wrap to mess with.

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BoneZ · 06-12-2019, 05:40 PM

Finally started on my loft to get some crap off the floor.

Zingston · 06-12-2019, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BettyZ

Wrapped both sides of the Y pipe. Miserable experience even with the wrapping pre-soaked. Going to take a 30 minute shower/decon and get this fiberglass OFF MY ******* SKIN

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Have you noticed a heat difference in the cabin since wrapping the driver's side pipe? Or is it too soon?

ChopsZ · 06-12-2019, 05:58 PM

Just posted the ole' girl up for sale today, both here on the forum and in the Central Florida Z Club on FB.

Zingston · 06-12-2019, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

Just posted the ole' girl up for sale today, both here on the forum and in the Central Florida Z Club on FB.

I just saw it... Maannnn, sucks you have to part with such a sweet Z. I understand why though. There will always be another Z out there waiting for you when you're ready.

Jonitus · 06-12-2019, 09:19 PM

I swapped out the non-functional side markers on my Z with ones from an '09-'15 model. They light up beautifully when the turn signals are activated. Simple mod. Cheap. Easy enough I can do it.

BettyZ · 06-12-2019, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Zingston

Have you noticed a heat difference in the cabin since wrapping the driver's side pipe? Or is it too soon?

Haven't taken her out for a long drive yet. I'm being extraordinarily cautious after my little bounce off the rev limiter last Saturday.

When I checked the oil yesterday I had lost approx. 14 oz. in the 600 miles and six days since I last pulled the dipstick. Oil pressure readings seem okay, no signs of external leakage, and I'd previously replaced the oil gallery gaskets as a precautionary measure.. would appreciate any advice on what to look for.

Rusty · 06-12-2019, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BettyZ

Haven't taken her out for a long drive yet. I'm being extraordinarily cautious after my little bounce off the rev limiter last Saturday.

When I checked the oil yesterday I had lost approx. 14 oz. in the 600 miles and six days since I last pulled the dipstick. Oil pressure readings seem okay, no signs of external leakage, and I'd previously replaced the oil gallery gaskets as a precautionary measure.. would appreciate any advice on what to look for.

I lost count on how many times mine has been bounced off of the rev limiter.

mishuko · 06-13-2019, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by BettyZ

Haven't taken her out for a long drive yet. I'm being extraordinarily cautious after my little bounce off the rev limiter last Saturday.

When I checked the oil yesterday I had lost approx. 14 oz. in the 600 miles and six days since I last pulled the dipstick. Oil pressure readings seem okay, no signs of external leakage, and I'd previously replaced the oil gallery gaskets as a precautionary measure.. would appreciate any advice on what to look for.

Manual says get car to operating temps. Let it sit for iirc 15min then check

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Originally Posted by Rusty

I lost count on how many times mine has been bounced off of the rev limiter.

Yea i open up first and second all the time on my dd if i get the chance

mishuko · 06-13-2019, 10:00 AM

I know its only 8am in cali and there is a chance its not even finished (max 2 weeks) but i just want my noise maker!!!!!!

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Ghostvette · 06-13-2019, 10:01 AM

Previous advise applies....

06-12-2019, 04:22 PM	#3469 (permalink)
BettyZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Chicagoland Age: 37 Posts: 5,261 Drives: A Garage Queen Rep Power: 2684371	Wrapped both sides of the Y pipe. Miserable experience even with the wrapping pre-soaked. Going to take a 30 minute shower/decon and get this fiberglass OFF MY ******* SKIN Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Rusty, Hotrodz, Sway and 8 others like this. __________________ '14 MB Nismo \| Boost Lab 6870 1.32 AR 553 HP / 471 ft.-lbs. Betty Mods

06-12-2019, 05:40 PM	#3471 (permalink)
BoneZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2015 Location: Atlanta, GA Age: 52 Posts: 9,299 Drives: 2012 Blue BallZ Rep Power: 2684382	Finally started on my loft to get some crap off the floor. gbrettin, Rusty, Hotrodz and 4 others like this. __________________ *“Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.”*-George Burns

06-12-2019, 05:58 PM	#3473 (permalink)
ChopsZ Track Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Central Florida Age: 49 Posts: 965 Drives: 2016 370Z GM 6MT Rep Power: 2301	Just posted the ole' girl up for sale today, both here on the forum and in the Central Florida Z Club on FB. __________________ She's For Sale! PERFORMANCE: Aero Workz \| Akebono \| BC Racing \| EcuTek \| HKS \| MaxBore \| Motordyne \| Nismo \| RJM \| SPL \| StopTech \| Z1 AUDIO: Arc Audio \| Bazooka \| Helix \| Pioneer \| Stereo Integrity

06-12-2019, 09:19 PM	#3475 (permalink)
Jonitus Base Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: US Posts: 32 Drives: nothing Rep Power: 39	I swapped out the non-functional side markers on my Z with ones from an '09-'15 model. They light up beautifully when the turn signals are activated. Simple mod. Cheap. Easy enough I can do it. redondoaveb, Baronsmokes, Zingston and 1 others like this.

06-13-2019, 10:00 AM	#3479 (permalink)
mishuko A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: bouncin on tigga Posts: 8,062 Drives: '12 Z Rep Power: 9435	I know its only 8am in cali and there is a chance its not even finished (max 2 weeks) but i just want my noise maker!!!!!! ( Click to show/hide ) dd in the rain with the nismo is crappy visibility

06-13-2019, 10:01 AM	#3480 (permalink)
Ghostvette A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Shawnee KS Posts: 5,698 Drives: 15 Magma Red 6MT Rep Power: 2684377	Previous advise applies.... Hotrodz likes this. __________________ 2015 Magma Red 6MT Sport Tech/2012 Fairlady MB 6MT Base (RIP 08032018)https://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/370Z/Coupe/

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