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

TreeSemdyZee · 12-23-2023, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ed_423

took me an hr to scrub out the carbon build up on the tail pipes!

before and after photo:

Have you ever tried this stuff? Works extremely well.
https://www.autozone.com/wash-cleane...5oz/556779_0_0

TreeSemdyZee · 12-23-2023, 11:43 AM

Since this seems to be where most people are posting now since we're getting long-in-the-tooth (14 years).

For those of you who have installed front upper control arms (of any brand), is it normal for the car to feel a little "squirrely" compared to stock control arms?

I also had a replacement Nismo suspension installed at the same time and the car feels pretty crazy at times. Mostly when I'm turning. Straight ahead feels fine.

Trying to ease my paranoia and figured you all could help.

Tractionless · 12-23-2023, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

Since this seems to be where most people are posting now since we're getting long-in-the-tooth (14 years).

For those of you who have installed front upper control arms (of any brand), is it normal for the car to feel a little "squirrely" compared to stock control arms?

I also had a replacement Nismo suspension installed at the same time and the car feels pretty crazy at times. Mostly when I'm turning. Straight ahead feels fine.

Trying to ease my paranoia and figured you all could help.

Post your alignment specs.

TreeSemdyZee · 12-23-2023, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Tractionless

Post your alignment specs.

Sorry. Don't have them. They pretty much set to stock numbers.
I didn't see the results.

cv129 · 12-24-2023, 12:19 AM

New rotors and pads for the wife’s daily. Did the front then felt old, doing rear tomorrow.

TreeSemdyZee · 12-24-2023, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by cv129

New rotors and pads for the wife’s daily. Did the front then felt old, doing rear tomorrow.

I’m with you there brother.
To quote Danny Glover, “I’m gettin’ too old for this s**t.”

abm89 · 12-25-2023, 10:29 PM

I was picking up some parts and I saw a 24 NISMO RZ34. It looks really good, but I don't want to know how much the owner paid for it. It looks like it's been used though with plenty of brake dust on it.

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Dreadnaught · 12-26-2023, 12:52 AM

I traded in my Z 3 weeks ago now. I got a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X. White exterior with all black interior. I'm loving the practically, 4 doors and bed. It's nice to be riding high up and the visibility is awesome compared to the Z.

The VQ38DD is nice and smooth. The 9 speed tranny is very smooth as well.

TreeSemdyZee · 12-27-2023, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by abm89

I was picking up some parts and I saw a 24 NISMO RZ34. It looks really good, but I don't want to know how much the owner paid for it. It looks like it's been used though with plenty of brake dust on it.

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They’ve got one at a dealer in my area for just under 70k.
This is why I’ve spent some money on my 370. Too frickin’ expensive.

abm89 · 12-28-2023, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

They’ve got one at a dealer in my area for just under 70k.
This is why I’ve spent some money on my 370. Too frickin’ expensive.

That’s honestly way better than I thought.

I hear ya on the costs of these cars. I spent a ton of money in 2023 “refurbishing” my Z. I’m waiting for some craft square mirrors and it will be mostly done. All of my front motor maintenance stuff is just in a box in the garage. My oil pressure is fine so I’m not rushed to get that done.

I’m probably going to pick up a bike in the next month or so. Just finished my MSF course so I’m stoked.

TreeSemdyZee · 12-28-2023, 06:22 PM

Truth is. I’ve probably spent more than that on my 370 over the last 14 years.
I’m glad I didn’t keep track honestly.
I know I’ve spent around 25k on gas. 😡

ZontheRocks · 12-31-2023, 09:26 AM

I finally installed the Torque Solutions Urethane Transmission mount I picked up a while back.

Look at me, so accomplished.

One of these days I’ll bite the bullet and install the diff bushings that are collecting dust.

Anyways, the mount stiffens things up at the stick and the reverb is greatly increased above 4.5k. I love it because when it comes to cars, I’m forever 16.

Everyone enjoy the evening and have a Happy New Year!

NecioVato · 12-31-2023, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

They’ve got one at a dealer in my area for just under 70k.
This is why I’ve spent some money on my 370. Too frickin’ expensive.

Couldn't agree more with you. The new Nismo is SO BEAUTIFUL especially in that stealth gray but $70k - that opens up A LOT of different options to check out. For me - it just makes me want to either wait for used Performance one to get to a reasonable price or just keep the current Z and get a different platform altogether (looking at you Honda CTR) haha.

ed_423 · 12-31-2023, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

Have you ever tried this stuff? Works extremely well.
https://www.autozone.com/wash-cleane...5oz/556779_0_0

yup i've used never dull for years! but when i picked up the Z i don’t think the previous owners kept up with the cleaning so the never dull couldnt take out all the carbon built up. but now that it's in my hands i will keep it nice and clean

ed_423 · 12-31-2023, 06:33 PM

changed out the CSC and clutch on the Z when i got it half a year ago, so made a clock out of the stock clutch disc!

12-23-2023, 11:43 AM	#6257 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,885 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27409	SPL Front upper control arms Since this seems to be where most people are posting now since we're getting long-in-the-tooth (14 years). For those of you who have installed front upper control arms (of any brand), is it normal for the car to feel a little "squirrely" compared to stock control arms? I also had a replacement Nismo suspension installed at the same time and the car feels pretty crazy at times. Mostly when I'm turning. Straight ahead feels fine. Trying to ease my paranoia and figured you all could help. __________________ Borla S-Type \| Motordyne \| Z1 (lots) \| South Bend \| K&N \| Nismo/Nismo S-Tune \| Eibach \| Aerojacket \| Fujimara \| Spl \| ZSpeed Performance \| Kenwood-Infinity-Sound Ordnance \| Whiteline \| Ecutek \| Hotchkis \| Clazzio \| VQ Vortex \|Morimoto XB \|Dynosty Tune 329.64hp 265.73 ft/lb

12-25-2023, 10:29 PM	#6262 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,386 Drives: 11 370Z \| 24 EL450 Rep Power: 64763	I was picking up some parts and I saw a 24 NISMO RZ34. It looks really good, but I don't want to know how much the owner paid for it. It looks like it's been used though with plenty of brake dust on it. ( Click to show/hide ) TreeSemdyZee, sx moneypit and ZontheRocks like this. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build Last edited by abm89; 12-25-2023 at 10:32 PM.

12-26-2023, 12:52 AM	#6263 (permalink)
Dreadnaught Track Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Farmington, Utah Posts: 582 Drives: 14 SR 370z 6MT Rep Power: 10140	I traded in my Z 3 weeks ago now. I got a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X. White exterior with all black interior. I'm loving the practically, 4 doors and bed. It's nice to be riding high up and the visibility is awesome compared to the Z. The VQ38DD is nice and smooth. The 9 speed tranny is very smooth as well. sx moneypit and ZontheRocks like this. __________________ Ford Diesel and Heavy Line Technician at your service.

12-28-2023, 06:22 PM	#6266 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,885 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27409	Truth is. I’ve probably spent more than that on my 370 over the last 14 years. I’m glad I didn’t keep track honestly. I know I’ve spent around 25k on gas. 😡 abm89 and Kzonts like this. __________________ Borla S-Type \| Motordyne \| Z1 (lots) \| South Bend \| K&N \| Nismo/Nismo S-Tune \| Eibach \| Aerojacket \| Fujimara \| Spl \| ZSpeed Performance \| Kenwood-Infinity-Sound Ordnance \| Whiteline \| Ecutek \| Hotchkis \| Clazzio \| VQ Vortex \|Morimoto XB \|Dynosty Tune 329.64hp 265.73 ft/lb

12-31-2023, 09:26 AM	#6267 (permalink)
ZontheRocks Track Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Central Florida Posts: 959 Drives: 2016 Nissan PW 370Z Rep Power: 34535	I finally installed the Torque Solutions Urethane Transmission mount I picked up a while back. Look at me, so accomplished. One of these days I’ll bite the bullet and install the diff bushings that are collecting dust. Anyways, the mount stiffens things up at the stick and the reverb is greatly increased above 4.5k. I love it because when it comes to cars, I’m forever 16. Everyone enjoy the evening and have a Happy New Year! NecioVato, TreeSemdyZee and Kzonts like this. __________________ '16 Pearl White Sport \| Stillen Gen. 3 \| Motordyne ART \| Motordyne Shockwave \| ZSpeed \| Powertrix \| EVO-R \| Aeroworkz \| Nismo \| Z1 \| EcuTek \| Tuned by Seb @ SpecialtyZ

12-31-2023, 06:33 PM	#6270 (permalink)
ed_423 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Socal Posts: 69 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 409	changed out the CSC and clutch on the Z when i got it half a year ago, so made a clock out of the stock clutch disc! NecioVato, abm89, sx moneypit and 5 others like this. __________________ 2009 370z Nismo

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