My first post! With my new (to me) NISMO

Wantme1 · 08-01-2012, 08:20 AM

I've been creeping around this forum for a while looking for a nismo and lucky me I found one locally (Birmingham AL). Lots of nice rides on this forum and looks like a wealth of information. I have 3 questions for you all....

1) My nismo alloy rims have what I will call break dust "stains" on them which i have not been able to rub off. Any Ideas how to get it off?

2) I need to track down an owners manual for my 09 nismo

3) Anyone have a replacement rearview mirror (for inside the cab of the car) lying around?

Gauge · 08-01-2012, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Wantme1

I've been creeping around this forum for a while looking for a nismo and lucky me I found one locally (Birmingham AL). Lots of nice rides on this forum and looks like a wealth of information. I have 3 questions for you all....

1) My nismo alloy rims have what I will call break dust "stains" on them which i have not been able to rub off. Any Ideas how to get it off?

2) I need to track down an owners manual for my 09 nismo

3) Anyone have a replacement rearview mirror (for inside the cab of the car) lying around?

1. I use mothers wheel and tire cleaner and a cleaning brush or some papertowels. I know what you mean though, mine had these when I first bought it. I don't think most people clean the inside of the rim. After the first clean you won't ever have to use the brush or paper towel again if you wash regularly with a wheel cleaner. You won't need much pressure either, just a light rub will do after soaking in wheel cleaner.

2. This isn't a question.

3. You should make a WTB post in the parts for sale section.

kenchan · 08-01-2012, 09:15 AM

1) try cleaner wax by mother's. it's a wax with diminishing abrasives (polish). works well.

2) check the cubby BEHIND the passenger seat. it's a secret compartment even some sales people dont know about. lol

3) can't help on this one although i do have one laying around since i swapped the factory one with a gentex homelink mirror with compass. check amazon for such gentex mirrors. check Mike's DIY on which wire to tap into. it's very easy to do.

Wantme1 · 08-01-2012, 09:38 AM

i've never used mother's products but have seen them and heard good things. I'll give it a try.

kenchan · 08-01-2012, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Wantme1

i've never used mother's products but have seen them and heard good things. I'll give it a try.

yah, ive used their product in the past quite routinely for off-the-shelf.

here's a link:

Mothers® California Gold® Brazilian Carnauba Cleaner Wax

Mt Tam I am · 08-01-2012, 09:38 AM

Welcome. Was it in the cubby behind the seat?

Wantme1 · 08-01-2012, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Welcome. Was it in the cubby behind the seat?

Unfortunately it's not behind the seat

I saw the pdf version on here but would like to track down a hard copy if I could.

thanks for the tips and info thus far

shadoquad · 08-01-2012, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Wantme1

Unfortunately it's not behind the seat

I saw the pdf version on here but would like to track down a hard copy if I could.

thanks for the tips and info thus far

You can purchase one through Nissan. And if you got your car through a dealership, they may be willing to reimburse you for it. Carmax does this.

Mt Tam I am · 08-01-2012, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

You can purchase one through Nissan. And if you got your car through a dealership, they may be willing to reimburse you for it. Carmax does this.

If this was a gun, the manufacturer would rush you a manual so as not to get sued. In case you did something spelled out not to. Too bad cars are different.

shadoquad · 08-01-2012, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Wantme1

2) I need to track down an owners manual for my 09 nismo

2009 370z Service Manual Complete ready to Download!

2009 Nissan 370Z Owners Manual

UNKNOWN_370 · 08-01-2012, 01:10 PM

Just want to congratulate you on your beautiful red Z purchase. Enjoy and be safe.

Wantme1 · 08-01-2012, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

Just want to congratulate you on your beautiful red Z purchase. Enjoy and be safe.

Thanks man I'm so happy to have it.

On a side note anyone have any experience with P21s Wheel cleaner? If so can you get it at wally world or any auto parts store?

kenchan · 08-01-2012, 01:36 PM

yah, p21 works but probably not be strong enough to remove your stain.

i suggest you still get the cleaner wax and clean/wax the wheels then use P21 (or car shampoo works just as well) for future cleaning.

dmhenderson · 08-01-2012, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Wantme1

1) My nismo alloy rims have what I will call break dust "stains" on them which i have not been able to rub off. Any Ideas how to get it off?

I use this stuff called "Iron Cut" that is absolutely amazing for removing sintered on brake dust. Also removes deer blood stains.

http://www.detailersdomain.com/Aquar...Cut_p_327.html

I would advise wearing a mask or like...not breathing really close to the fumes because I got a lungful once and was coughing for hours. I think it's made by Germans.

Edit: That wasn't a gas chamber joke, I think it's really made by Germans if I remember correctly.

Kingbaby · 08-01-2012, 03:37 PM

Congrats

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08-01-2012, 09:15 AM	#3 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	1) try cleaner wax by mother's. it's a wax with diminishing abrasives (polish). works well. 2) check the cubby BEHIND the passenger seat. it's a secret compartment even some sales people dont know about. lol 3) can't help on this one although i do have one laying around since i swapped the factory one with a gentex homelink mirror with compass. check amazon for such gentex mirrors. check Mike's DIY on which wire to tap into. it's very easy to do.

08-01-2012, 09:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
Wantme1 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 100 Drives: 2009 Red Nismo Rep Power: 13	i've never used mother's products but have seen them and heard good things. I'll give it a try.

08-01-2012, 01:10 PM	#11 (permalink)
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08-01-2012, 01:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	yah, p21 works but probably not be strong enough to remove your stain. i suggest you still get the cleaner wax and clean/wax the wheels then use P21 (or car shampoo works just as well) for future cleaning.