What did you do with your Z today

pL4tiNumfi5t · 08-07-2011, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Thinking about doing the same whenever I have time. How'd it go?

Hardwire was easy enough, fabbin' the button and securing the aux port to the shifter ring insert took some time. Ended up using epoxy on the aux after an existing bracket modification was proving not to be strong enough for constant plugging and unplugging. It wont be going anywhere now, but its placement is much more practical now

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A few quick pics (I'll be adding some more to the port relocate diy eventually):

FromG2Z · 08-07-2011, 05:46 PM

^ nice! But wouldn't that block access to the temp controls? Either way nice clean install!

pL4tiNumfi5t · 08-07-2011, 06:07 PM

Thanks

I guess that would depend on the size of the charger. The topper isn't really in the way.

I took my time and tried to make it as clean as possible.

Footloose301 · 08-07-2011, 06:36 PM

That is pretty cool actually

onzedge · 08-07-2011, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301

That is pretty cool actually

BeachZTT · 08-07-2011, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301

That is pretty cool actually

Me too. Nicely done!

SPOHN · 08-07-2011, 08:25 PM

This is what I did today?

Spohn's Journal

kenchan · 08-07-2011, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Nice Ken... although, beading is not necessarily a good thing

Actually, sheeting is much better. You should try Optimum opticoat sometime... it's sheets uber fast. Beading will remain on the surface after rain, attracting dirt/etc... then drying up (esp in sun), then mineral deposits (if tap water) and dirt will leave an etch in the paint... ala magnifying glass.

btw, the beading you see can also be effects of the existing wax or sealant (which I am sure you have on there at some point in the past, right?). The speedshine, though it has some wax/sealant properties also extends the life of the existing LSP.

Actually for cars that get QD'ed often you want beading as lubricity does not run off and maintains to be between the towel and surface. For dd's that are not QDed sheeting is preferred to prevent water stains...so I use prima Hydro on my G.

Alchemy · 08-07-2011, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SPOHN

This is what I did today?

Spohn's Journal

How did those gauges come out???

kenchan · 08-07-2011, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BeachZTT

Me too. Nicely done!

me three. But I'd be kinda worried if you spill drinks in there.. (?)

I like that mute button.

nicely done.

SPOHN · 08-07-2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Alchemy

How did those gauges come out???

I just got the oil pressure sensor mounted as seen in my journal. I ran the wiring for the power to the gauges but haven't made the connections yet. I still have to run the wiring to the sensors also. Just a lot of little things. See what I get done tomorrow. Just wish now I didn't have a Dr. appt.

98intrigue · 08-07-2011, 09:41 PM

I drove the Z to my parents for dinner. The car runs ok under partial throttle to about 5k rpms...so I get to use maybe 350whp? I can't wait to get the car 100%...it's only been about 4 months :/

pL4tiNumfi5t · 08-07-2011, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

me three. But I'd be kinda worried if you spill drinks in there.. (?)

I like that mute button.

nicely done.

Haha, thanks all.

I didn't even think of that. I'll just have to be extra careful, maybe rubber o-ring the topper as extra precaution, hmm.

FromG2Z · 08-08-2011, 01:44 AM

Well, I layered Zena with a 2nd coat of SN. The paint keeps getting wetter with every layer. I then kenchaned her to work on Sunday for some photos. I QD'd right after, and will add a 3rd layer of SN tomorrow. I also started playing with HDR's... I must say, this is fun. I do need a mini tripod though.

I will upload more pics in the photography thread and the Pearl White thread... The last photo below is the only HDR.

Z_ealot · 08-08-2011, 01:44 AM

hmm, what did i do with my Z today....took her out for her first nice long cruise on the I-5 from orange county down to san diego...still cant believe a car with this much get up and go can get such good gas mileage. Was getting a solid 30mpg with the cruise set to 65

08-07-2011, 05:46 PM	#4802 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	^ nice! But wouldn't that block access to the temp controls? Either way nice clean install! __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

08-07-2011, 06:36 PM	#4804 (permalink)
Footloose301 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 2,659 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 21	That is pretty cool actually __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z

08-07-2011, 08:25 PM	#4807 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 45 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	This is what I did today? Spohn's Journal __________________

08-07-2011, 09:41 PM	#4812 (permalink)
98intrigue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Clearwater, FL Age: 39 Posts: 4,855 Drives: 2014 Viper Rep Power: 430	I drove the Z to my parents for dinner. The car runs ok under partial throttle to about 5k rpms...so I get to use maybe 350whp? I can't wait to get the car 100%...it's only been about 4 months :/ __________________ Ryan - 2014 Stryker Green Viper Gone - a few Vipers and a couple turbo VQs

08-08-2011, 01:44 AM	#4814 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	Well, I layered Zena with a 2nd coat of SN. The paint keeps getting wetter with every layer. I then kenchaned her to work on Sunday for some photos. I QD'd right after, and will add a 3rd layer of SN tomorrow. I also started playing with HDR's... I must say, this is fun. I do need a mini tripod though. I will upload more pics in the photography thread and the Pearl White thread... The last photo below is the only HDR. __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra Last edited by FromG2Z; 08-08-2011 at 09:21 AM.

08-07-2011, 06:07 PM	#4803 (permalink)
pL4tiNumfi5t Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: 520, AZ Posts: 121 Drives: 2020 Tacoma TRD Pro Rep Power: 15	Thanks I guess that would depend on the size of the charger. The topper isn't really in the way. I took my time and tried to make it as clean as possible.

08-08-2011, 01:44 AM	#4815 (permalink)
Z_ealot A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 2,045 Drives: 09 370Z Touring/Sprt Rep Power: 10091	hmm, what did i do with my Z today....took her out for her first nice long cruise on the I-5 from orange county down to san diego...still cant believe a car with this much get up and go can get such good gas mileage. Was getting a solid 30mpg with the cruise set to 65

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