What did you do with your Z today V (ON TOPIC DISCUSSION ONLY)

Sh0velMan · 01-29-2014, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Can't tell if serious... I wasn't expecting this to be very difficult, but I'm a little gun shy after my recent failed attempt to change the brake pads on Ms. Pint's Z (something that should NOT have been as difficult as I apparently made it).

Are you just referring to the coolant lines that can be removed per this DIY?

I thought about doing that this past summer but never got around to it. I just recently drove the Z out in freezing weather for the first time, so I'm even less inclined to do it now, though I like the solenoid valve idea that someone mentioned in the DIY. If you are talking about something else entirely or just speaking to the difficulty, please, enlighten me

If you're talking about just the MAF sensors, then sure. If you are including the TBs, let me do mine first

Yeah, the coolant lines. If you haven't bypassed them, you'll be spewing coolant when you go to take the TB's off to clean them, that's all.

If you keep the lines upright, it won't be tooo much that comes out tho.

JARblue · 01-29-2014, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Sh0velMan

Yeah, the coolant lines. If you haven't bypassed them, you'll be spewing coolant when you go to take the TB's off to clean them, that's all.

If you keep the lines upright, it won't be tooo much that comes out tho.

Gotcha

I will probably wait until mid-Feb to clean the TBs and go ahead and do the bypass at the same time.

My next question was whether I need to do a coolant flush at the same time. I guess not, as long as I'm careful when removing the hoses.

Much obliged

DavidInIndy · 01-29-2014, 09:26 AM

Chased a "brother from another mother" (silver boxster) in the fast lane this morning going to work. Just for _ _ _ _ _ and giggles.

(Note to self: become more mature in 2014)

Pintsize725 · 01-29-2014, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

If you're talking about just the MAF sensors, then sure. If you are including the TBs, let me do mine first

You should probably use mine as the tester. I mean, it seriously can't be any worse than it is now. Damn thing idles all over the place, only starts 75% of the time, has no pep in her step, etc....

I think I can handle the MAF cleaning, but you're welcome to it. I'll be calling the shop today to get a quote on the TB cleaning + coolant flush.

jah · 01-29-2014, 10:48 AM

I definitely did not do this:

Crayon · 01-29-2014, 05:15 PM

LEDs for map and trunk lights came in. Popped those beasts in.

sdwindr1 · 01-29-2014, 08:50 PM

This:

Headlight Lens Restoration System :3M US

Worked like a charm!

Fountainhead · 01-29-2014, 09:28 PM

Had to buy a new battery today, (replaced the original) odd thing was I was farther north last week and it started several days/times at 20-24 degrees every morning! Oh well the battery is nearly 5 years old. REALLY glad it didn't quit during my trip after gas, etc. My Honda OE battery lasted 8 years, original.

Leadfoot · 01-30-2014, 06:10 PM

First speeding ticket in the z today. 64 in a 30. Every car was doing this speed but the cop decided to weave in and out of traffic to stop my car..LOL!

kenchan · 01-30-2014, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Leadfoot

First speeding ticket in the z today. 64 in a 30. Every car was doing this speed but the cop decided to weave in and out of traffic to stop my car..LOL!

but how the hell do you manage to do 64 in a 30? that will probably land you in jail in my area.

onzedge · 01-30-2014, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

but how the hell do you manage to do 64 in a 30? that will probably land you in jail in my area.

axmea? · 01-30-2014, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Leadfoot

First speeding ticket in the z today. 64 in a 30. Every car was doing this speed but the cop decided to weave in and out of traffic to stop my car..LOL!

That because you are Mr. Leadfoot.

Justice97 · 01-31-2014, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Leadfoot

First speeding ticket in the z today. 64 in a 30. Every car was doing this speed but the cop decided to weave in and out of traffic to stop my car..LOL!

LOL,
I don't think I ever got a ticket in my 280Z for speeding.
I have yet to get one in my 370Z. Not saying I never will, but last speeding ticket I got was in my Taurus. 36 in a 30.

64 in a 30; you had it coming that is dangerous and to hell with how others are driving.

Niche79 · 01-31-2014, 12:52 PM

Just thought id toss what went on yesterday

Rays Gramlights 57fxx and Swift Springs. This is at the shop, been raining here in Florida the last 3 straight days so the car is filthy. ill post more pics later

kenchan · 01-31-2014, 12:55 PM

JAPAN POWER!

01-29-2014, 09:26 AM	#7878 (permalink)
DavidInIndy Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Fishers, Indiana Posts: 99 Drives: 10 Touring Roadster Rep Power: 12	Chased a "brother from another mother" (silver boxster) in the fast lane this morning going to work. Just for _ _ _ _ _ and giggles. (Note to self: become more mature in 2014) __________________ My favorite part of the day: being late for work. 2010 Z Touring Roadster \| 7AT \| Monterey Blue

01-29-2014, 05:15 PM	#7881 (permalink)
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01-30-2014, 06:10 PM	#7884 (permalink)
Leadfoot Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 121 Drives: 2012 370z blk M6 cpe Rep Power: 14	First speeding ticket in the z today. 64 in a 30. Every car was doing this speed but the cop decided to weave in and out of traffic to stop my car..LOL! jlo370z, axmea?, Ghostvette and 1 others like this. __________________ Cant slow down!

01-31-2014, 12:52 PM	#7889 (permalink)
Niche79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kissimmee, FL Posts: 900 Drives: '09 SR Tour/Sprt/Nav Rep Power: 36	Just thought id toss what went on yesterday Rays Gramlights 57fxx and Swift Springs. This is at the shop, been raining here in Florida the last 3 straight days so the car is filthy. ill post more pics later onzedge and P's_Z like this. __________________ 2009 370z Solid Red Touring/Sport/Navigation/Illuminated sills/LED interior lights Red/LED plate lights White/ Evo R fog light in Red/Stillen G3 intakes/ Fast Intentions Exhaust with 18" Resonators/ Rays Gramlights 57fxx/ Swift Springs/ Fast Intentions Resonated Test Pipes. NST SUCKS DONT ORDER

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