What did you do with your Z today II

kenchan · 03-19-2012, 08:44 PM

Mr.alcheng- sounds great.

Well, in order to be special, I gotz a box of JDM masking tape dedicated for cars.

36mm width. None of that cheap blue painter's tape.

gurneyeagle · 03-19-2012, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by alcheng

Mr.gurneyeagle, do you mean streaks which are already on the panels or might created by the wax?? thanks

Streaks created by the wax. Hard to see unless in the right light at the right angle. Definitely not something to turn you off from the product, but it just shows that, although synthetics are convenient, they don't replace old school carnuba.

Skeeterbop · 03-19-2012, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Sorry to hear that dude. I think you'll definitely get some pleasure with a 240Z project car tho. In for pics and project status when it gets off the ground!

Are you going to part out your Z? If so, and your Z1 post mafs are red I'd be interested.

If I can find the stock tubes I'm considering it. Unfortunately the ones I have are black. Wanted to keep some semblance of an OEM look. And when it does get off the ground I'll just use my existing build thread.

Crux · 03-19-2012, 08:55 PM

I read about plasti dip and then saw it first hand at a meet in Columbia a little over a week ago and decided to take a chance and try it out this past weekend. I figured if I messed up and/or didn't like it, I could peel it off

So here's before, during, and after.

It took about 4 hours to dry completely, but I'm really pleased with the results!

GaleForce · 03-19-2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

That doesn't look like a crush washer for the oil change. Looks more like a regular one.

It definitely isn't a crush washer, looks like a copper washer. Think it will be ok to use?

mantella87 · 03-19-2012, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

you can use Prima Hydro over the entire car and be done with it. i use it on my dd's... over paint, glass, rubber seals, wheels.

it's a wax as you dry product. it helps prevent swirls too when you wipe as it works as lube as well. it's a polymer sealant so it will last at least 3-4wks.

just use it every time you wash and you won't have to really put any sealant on it.

www.detailersdomain.com has it. phil's a vendor here.

the only reason why i use griot's One-Step-Sealant is because i like how it can remove minor contaminants and any haze i have.

i dont necessarily 'need' to use abrasives.

Going to order some now!

rhd · 03-19-2012, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

It definitely isn't a crush washer, looks like a copper washer. Think it will be ok to use?

I would use the one specified for the plug:

Drain Plug Washer - Oil Pan - 2000-2004 Xterra V6/SC - 10 Pack :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com

Your local Nissan Dealer parts desk has them in packs of 10 for about $11.00

m4a1mustang · 03-19-2012, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Mr.alcheng- sounds great.

Well, in order to be special, I gotz a box of JDM masking tape dedicated for cars.

36mm width. None of that cheap blue painter's tape.

Since when was ultra delicate blue painter's tape "cheap?"

kenchan · 03-19-2012, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Since when was ultra delicate blue painter's tape "cheap?"

But this is a whole new level. Its rice paper.

not sure if you can eat it though?

m4a1mustang · 03-19-2012, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

But this is a whole new level. Its rice paper.

not sure if you can eat it though?

Hmmm... I know how to make sushi let's test it out.

kenchan · 03-19-2012, 10:00 PM

Lol mustang.

Masking tape No.241 | NICHIBAN Co., Ltd.

Suitable for "wet rubbing" vehicle... hummmmm.

TheGreatOne · 03-19-2012, 10:06 PM

I use that turtle wax ICE but the quick detailer, the one you can use between washes or after a wash. Love it, especially when you might have some slight dust thats not worthy of a car wash but this product brings you back to a fresh wash look

I need to do a proper wax though, hoping it will help to buff out a scratch that was caused by my old money clip

kenchan · 03-19-2012, 10:10 PM

thegreatone- do you have a random orbital? if not you can get Meguiar's ScratchX and this shoe polishing foam by Kiwi. works PERFECT for removing scratches in small areas.

you can find them at most convenience stores like walgreens/cvs or even your local supermarket.

here's wat scratch-x looks like. mine is the orignal but looks like they now have a ScratchX 2.0. lol

Amazon.com: Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0: Automotive

put a dab of scratchx on the foam and just work the product into the paint with mild elbow grease.
re-apply as necessary.

GaleForce · 03-19-2012, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by rhd

I would use the one specified for the plug:

Drain Plug Washer - Oil Pan - 2000-2004 Xterra V6/SC - 10 Pack :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com

Your local Nissan Dealer parts desk has them in packs of 10 for about $11.00

Thanks!

The scary thing is, that washer is what my local Nissan dealer gave me when I said I needed a crush washer for the oil drain bolt on my 370z

EazyD · 03-19-2012, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Drex

took the winter wheels off and put the sport rims with summer tires back on. feels great!

I did the same yesterday! It's a nice feeling. Especially because I didn't have spacers for my rear winter wheels. I now feel complete again.

Here was the last wheel to put on:

03-19-2012, 10:06 PM	#4872 (permalink)
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03-19-2012, 08:44 PM	#4861 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	Mr.alcheng- sounds great. Well, in order to be special, I gotz a box of JDM masking tape dedicated for cars. 36mm width. None of that cheap blue painter's tape.

03-19-2012, 08:55 PM	#4864 (permalink)
Crux Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 253 Drives: 09 370z 7AT Rep Power: 13	I read about plasti dip and then saw it first hand at a meet in Columbia a little over a week ago and decided to take a chance and try it out this past weekend. I figured if I messed up and/or didn't like it, I could peel it off So here's before, during, and after. It took about 4 hours to dry completely, but I'm really pleased with the results!

03-19-2012, 10:00 PM	#4871 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	Lol mustang. Masking tape No.241 \| NICHIBAN Co., Ltd. Suitable for "wet rubbing" vehicle... hummmmm.

03-19-2012, 10:10 PM	#4873 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	thegreatone- do you have a random orbital? if not you can get Meguiar's ScratchX and this shoe polishing foam by Kiwi. works PERFECT for removing scratches in small areas. you can find them at most convenience stores like walgreens/cvs or even your local supermarket. here's wat scratch-x looks like. mine is the orignal but looks like they now have a ScratchX 2.0. lol Amazon.com: Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0: Automotive put a dab of scratchx on the foam and just work the product into the paint with mild elbow grease. re-apply as necessary.