What did you do with your Z today II

ImportConvert · 03-11-2012, 10:26 AM

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Have a great Sunday guys. I have to get some sleep. 24 hours into my 36 hour work weekend (ok 23 of 35, did ya set your clock yet?)

Same. I am 36 hours into my 48 hour week, though

happytheman · 03-11-2012, 11:10 AM

I have owned my Z for one year today and I'm still in love with it!

onzedge · 03-11-2012, 11:12 AM

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I have owned my Z for one year today and I'm still in love with it!

Happy Birthday!!!

gurneyeagle · 03-11-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Woah...wait a minute...you mean the $70 part on my Z06 is suddenly $375 on a Nissan? We are talking about the black flexible plastic thing under the snout, and not any kind of bracing or anything else it attaches too, right?

That sucks

Also, the 370Z is plenty low in OEM form. I would not want it any lower. Good call.

No, the Nismo front bumper has a thick black piece of plastic that attaches to it and is a structural element. It wraps around the bottom of the bumper and attaches to the belly pan.

gurneyeagle · 03-11-2012, 11:48 AM

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Gurney, that completely blow chunks.

How much of a drop did the Tanabes give you? At least you arre staying true to the Z! I applaud you!

I've gotten my stockers to last 25.5k now.

The drop was estimated to be 1" in the front and 0.75" rear. It turned out to be more like 1.50" front and 1.25" rear. That doesn't sound like a lot, but when it comes to front end clearance, especially with a long nose like the Nismo bumper, it's huge.

The edge of the bumper in front of the front tire is only about 4" off the ground, where as a stock Nismo is about 6". Everyone I know with a Nismo isn't having the problems I've had.

Some of that is specific to my driveway, but the car is still too low for me to feel comfortable. I've never had a problem on the street, but I have "puckered-up" a few times. It's just not worth the worry for me.

If I hadn't moved to an urban area, I wouldn't be having this discussion. Where we used to live, I never had a curb to contend with. Different city now and different environment.

You guys are right, the stock ride height is plenty low. I've been noticing the drops on stock 911's and other sporty cars and it's fine.

Yes, I still need to be careful, but I should have less concerns once I go back to stock ride height.

alcheng · 03-11-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Fire

Low is sexy Risky. People in the know go low Low will Know LOL

Fixed

alcheng · 03-11-2012, 12:16 PM

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I have owned my Z for one year today and I'm still in love with it!

Will you bring her out for a dinner(fill-up) tonight???

alcheng · 03-11-2012, 12:18 PM

Good Afternoon everyone!!!

Drive the Z to work, such a nice day and this week gonna be nice and warm!!

I believe this week is going to be a Z week!!

gurneyeagle · 03-11-2012, 12:32 PM

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I'm already looking into if it is possible to lower my ZL1 when(if) I get it

OK here are some real reasons. 1) Reduces air under the car therefore reducing under body lift. 2) Less drag helps increases gas mileage. 3) Lower center of gravity improves handling. 4) It looks killer LOL OK that one isn't really scientific

Come on Fire, #'s 1 - 3 are B.S.!

Scientifically correct? Yes, but negligible on the street. They are justifications for #4 which I agree with 100%. Come on, fess up, you know it's true.

I've got no problem with people lowering their cars, and if I was driving under different conditions, I'd leave mine alone.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you with the ZL1.

onzedge · 03-11-2012, 12:36 PM

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Good Afternoon everyone!!!

Drive the Z to work, such a nice day and this week gonna be nice and warm!!

I believe this week is going to be a Z week!!

onzedge · 03-11-2012, 12:42 PM

I just got off the phone with Mr. ZForce and have an update on his brother Hal. Hopefully, he will be coming home from the hospital today for continued recovery at home. Let's all send Mr. ZForce and Hal our best wishes, thoughts and prayers.

gurneyeagle · 03-11-2012, 12:50 PM

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