What did you do with your Z today II

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:01 AM

Zforce hope things work out good for your brother. I like seeing you guys getting your Z's out and

Looking to get mine out this week cause the weather is looking good for

3z get better and get back to

ImportConvert · 03-11-2012, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

Okay, Mrs. Gurney is now intrigued! The Juke may just give a CR-V a run for it's money. I test drove one today and loved it.

My Z? Oh where to start.

In my ongoing war with trying to get my TMPS swapped-out for my Nismo rims which includes hitting a major pot hole and destroying a new tire, things just ramped-up.

Upon arriving (in a sudden down pour) at the dealership yesterday to get my TMPS swapped, I attempted to park in a section that was raised with a slanted curb (like a regular driveway) and managed to snag the bottom of the bumper and bent the black plastic diffuser. Replacement part will cost $375 from Nissanparts.com.

Oh, then this morning while surveying the damage, I noticed I had three different areas of "spider webbing" in the bumper paint from where it obviously was stressed severly from the impact with the curb. So, the clear bra will need to be removed, the bumper repainted, and the clear bra reapplied.

I've decided I'm going to swap out the Tanabe springs with the originals. I just can't deal with the hassle of a lowered car anymore; too many inclined driveways and speed bumps.

I've already got a taker for the Tanabes. Loved the look and ride, just can't afford the ongoing damage.

Lesson learned. No one to blame but myself.

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.

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:22 AM

Import low is the way to go

ImportConvert · 03-11-2012, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Fire

Import low is the way to go

Why?

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:24 AM

Low is sexy. People in the know go low LOL

onzedge · 03-11-2012, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Fire

Low is sexy. People in the know go low LOL

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:26 AM

Go with the flow and get low.

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:27 AM

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

ImportConvert · 03-11-2012, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Fire

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

That MRC suspension is NOT to be dicked with. Buy it, and leave it ALONE. It already has posted a better lap time at Willow Springs than the GT-R ever has, so let it be (stock/stock).

MRC works by measuring the position of the suspension in relation to the chassis, among other things. This alone means: Don't.

ImportConvert · 03-11-2012, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Fire

Low is sexy. People in the know go low LOL

Me so horny for this car!

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:34 AM

LOL I LOVE that car. I'm canceling my ZL1 order and going to buy that one

From what I've seen you are correct and it isn't practical to change the springs on the ZL1.

Fire · 03-11-2012, 09:37 AM

Looks like there are 4 losers from the biggest loser in that car.

Lets go thru the McD's drive thru and get a dozen supersize meals then stop at In an Out for a 100 pack.

happytheman · 03-11-2012, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ZForce

Thank you Mr. kenchan, the bro took a turn for the downside Friday night, took him to ER this morning just got home, he is in for the weekend. Fever at 101.8, chills and turned out this morning an incision was infected hence the fever. Caught it in time, no fluids in the lung, antibiotics and dressing to be changed. Thanks for the well wishes.

Glad to hear the situation was caught in time! Scary to think that in an environment that is "sterile" you still have the chance of going home with an infection... It happens regularly I'm afraid.

Extend some community love to your brother, ok?

onzedge · 03-11-2012, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Me so horny for this car!

Fire · 03-11-2012, 10:02 AM

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?)

03-11-2012, 09:01 AM	#3976 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Zforce hope things work out good for your brother. I like seeing you guys getting your Z's out and Looking to get mine out this week cause the weather is looking good for 3z get better and get back to __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp Last edited by Fire; 03-11-2012 at 09:03 AM.

03-11-2012, 09:22 AM	#3978 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Import low is the way to go __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

03-11-2012, 09:24 AM	#3980 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Low is sexy. People in the know go low LOL __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

03-11-2012, 09:26 AM	#3982 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Go with the flow and get low. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

03-11-2012, 09:27 AM	#3983 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	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 __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp Last edited by Fire; 03-11-2012 at 09:31 AM.

03-11-2012, 09:34 AM	#3986 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	LOL I LOVE that car. I'm canceling my ZL1 order and going to buy that one From what I've seen you are correct and it isn't practical to change the springs on the ZL1. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

03-11-2012, 09:37 AM	#3987 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	Looks like there are 4 losers from the biggest loser in that car. Lets go thru the McD's drive thru and get a dozen supersize meals then stop at In an Out for a 100 pack. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp Last edited by Fire; 03-11-2012 at 09:40 AM.

03-11-2012, 10:02 AM	#3990 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 43	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?) __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

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