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

P's_Z · 07-19-2015, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpkirk

Need to clean up the Z after yesterday. Rain at the autox.

Wet mid morning but dry start and sunny afternoon.

Highlight of the day was spinning through the expensive side of the timing gear during free runs. They had to replace it.

Sorry guys. Kinda held up the show for about 10 minutes.

Ouch

jchammond · 07-19-2015, 10:03 AM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1437314518.207162.jpg the sun got me today; but if you can get out there early; you can wash the whole ~Z~ before you rinse & dry.

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Spooler · 07-19-2015, 10:06 PM

Rolled over 45k on the car. Looks like I am driving 5K miles every 2- 2 1/2 months. Changed the oil today and did a fluid exchange on Clutch. 5K miles and the clutch fluid looked like crap again, even using Motul RBF600.

JARblue · 07-19-2015, 11:43 PM

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

The first three photos are before, and the other four are the fruits of my labor. My camera died just before engine bay photos, so I'll have to get those later.

Since Friday I have spent somewhere around 13 hours detailing the Z in what I like to call a Labor of Love. Almost everything. By hand. It might be easier to name the items I did not clean. Undershroud, spare tire, and radiator are about all I can think of

Engine bay got a thorough wipe down including removal and treatment of all cowls. Wheels were removed and cleaned, including barrels. This allowed me to clean the calipers as well as clean and treat the fender linings. The interior was vacuumed and all panels were wiped down in detail. Most rubber trim and seals were cleaned and treated. Exhaust was polished and CF cans were cleaned.

All exterior panels received at least a wash, clay, polish, and liquid sealant applied by hand. This is the shortcut I took at the end of today when I was fading. The hood, front fenders, doors and roof were done when I had more energy and received a wash, clay, 2-step polish, 2 layers liquid sealant, glaze, and buttery wax. See the photo of the arsenal I used. Towels used were Eagle Edgeless Orange/Blue from The Rag Company.

jchammond · 07-20-2015, 01:05 AM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1437368636.134575.jpg Good job JARblue! I need to polish mine & do something with these spots on the exterior door molding.

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P's_Z · 07-20-2015, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

apology accepted. The important part is that you have confessed to your mistakes and have seen the error in your ways. never let it happen again

Jk!

Great job on the detailing session!

Ghostvette · 07-20-2015, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

The first three photos are before, and the other four are the fruits of my labor. My camera died just before engine bay photos, so I'll have to get those later.

Since Friday I have spent somewhere around 13 hours detailing the Z in what I like to call a Labor of Love. Almost everything. By hand. It might be easier to name the items I did not clean. Undershroud, spare tire, and radiator are about all I can think of

Engine bay got a thorough wipe down including removal and treatment of all cowls. Wheels were removed and cleaned, including barrels. This allowed me to clean the calipers as well as clean and treat the fender linings. The interior was vacuumed and all panels were wiped down in detail. Most rubber trim and seals were cleaned and treated. Exhaust was polished and CF cans were cleaned.

All exterior panels received at least a wash, clay, polish, and liquid sealant applied by hand. This is the shortcut I took at the end of today when I was fading. The hood, front fenders, doors and roof were done when I had more energy and received a wash, clay, 2-step polish, 2 layers liquid sealant, glaze, and buttery wax. See the photo of the arsenal I used. Towels used were Eagle Edgeless Orange/Blue from The Rag Company.

Ummmm.... you wanna do mine?

onzedge · 07-20-2015, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

The first three photos are before, and the other four are the fruits of my labor. My camera died just before engine bay photos, so I'll have to get those later.

Since Friday I have spent somewhere around 13 hours detailing the Z in what I like to call a Labor of Love. Almost everything. By hand. It might be easier to name the items I did not clean. Undershroud, spare tire, and radiator are about all I can think of

Engine bay got a thorough wipe down including removal and treatment of all cowls. Wheels were removed and cleaned, including barrels. This allowed me to clean the calipers as well as clean and treat the fender linings. The interior was vacuumed and all panels were wiped down in detail. Most rubber trim and seals were cleaned and treated. Exhaust was polished and CF cans were cleaned.

All exterior panels received at least a wash, clay, polish, and liquid sealant applied by hand. This is the shortcut I took at the end of today when I was fading. The hood, front fenders, doors and roof were done when I had more energy and received a wash, clay, 2-step polish, 2 layers liquid sealant, glaze, and buttery wax. See the photo of the arsenal I used. Towels used were Eagle Edgeless Orange/Blue from The Rag Company.

jpkirk · 07-20-2015, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

The first three photos are before, and the other four are the fruits of my labor. My camera died just before engine bay photos, so I'll have to get those later.

Since Friday I have spent somewhere around 13 hours detailing the Z in what I like to call a Labor of Love. Almost everything. By hand. It might be easier to name the items I did not clean. Undershroud, spare tire, and radiator are about all I can think of

Engine bay got a thorough wipe down including removal and treatment of all cowls. Wheels were removed and cleaned, including barrels. This allowed me to clean the calipers as well as clean and treat the fender linings. The interior was vacuumed and all panels were wiped down in detail. Most rubber trim and seals were cleaned and treated. Exhaust was polished and CF cans were cleaned.

All exterior panels received at least a wash, clay, polish, and liquid sealant applied by hand. This is the shortcut I took at the end of today when I was fading. The hood, front fenders, doors and roof were done when I had more energy and received a wash, clay, 2-step polish, 2 layers liquid sealant, glaze, and buttery wax. See the photo of the arsenal I used. Towels used were Eagle Edgeless Orange/Blue from The Rag Company.

That is like night and day. Looks awesome.

Uxi · 07-20-2015, 11:09 AM

Washed my Z and did another wax job. Was planning to take my wife's car later, but she came a half hour late and had no gas. So got rained on. :\

b15 · 07-20-2015, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

First, I have to apologize to you, the Z community, for driving around in an absolutely filthy Z for nearly a year. I have done my best to reverse course this weekend. I found some before photos ... from Dec 9, 2014!

The first three photos are before, and the other four are the fruits of my labor. My camera died just before engine bay photos, so I'll have to get those later.

Since Friday I have spent somewhere around 13 hours detailing the Z in what I like to call a Labor of Love. Almost everything. By hand. It might be easier to name the items I did not clean. Undershroud, spare tire, and radiator are about all I can think of

Engine bay got a thorough wipe down including removal and treatment of all cowls. Wheels were removed and cleaned, including barrels. This allowed me to clean the calipers as well as clean and treat the fender linings. The interior was vacuumed and all panels were wiped down in detail. Most rubber trim and seals were cleaned and treated. Exhaust was polished and CF cans were cleaned.

All exterior panels received at least a wash, clay, polish, and liquid sealant applied by hand. This is the shortcut I took at the end of today when I was fading. The hood, front fenders, doors and roof were done when I had more energy and received a wash, clay, 2-step polish, 2 layers liquid sealant, glaze, and buttery wax. See the photo of the arsenal I used. Towels used were Eagle Edgeless Orange/Blue from The Rag Company.

Looking good! Mine hasn't been washed in about a month now, although I've probably only driven it about 300miles since. Was going to wash it this past weekend but it was ridiculously hot/humid so I opted for a beer and A/C instead

Maybe this coming weekend I'll clean her up.

Mandingo · 07-20-2015, 06:12 PM

I just returned from a weekend trip to the Queen Wilhelmina State Park Lodge in Arkansas. It's a great little trip. Just 4 hours from Dallas.

Here's a clip of me climbing the hill after getting breakfast in the 'cute' town at the base of the mountain.

mishuko · 07-21-2015, 07:54 AM

washed my car on sunday... it decided to rain earlier this morning when i was on my way to work... fml

jpkirk · 07-21-2015, 09:32 AM

Mine still waits after autox last saturday. I have autox again this Saturday. I may take Friday off to spiff up the car, maybe change some fluids, trans and diff. I have a pressure bleeder, I should cycle out the brake and clutch fluid as well.

mishuko · 07-21-2015, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpkirk

Mine still waits after autox last saturday. I have autox again this Saturday. I may take Friday off to spiff up the car, maybe change some fluids, trans and diff. I have a pressure bleeder, I should cycle out the brake and clutch fluid as well.

yea got all my main fluids changed recently and the biggest notice was the shifting feels a lot more smooth. could be in my head though

07-19-2015, 10:03 AM	#4802 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 58 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684395	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1437314518.207162.jpg the sun got me today; but if you can get out there early; you can wash the whole ~Z~ before you rinse & dry. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk jpkirk, P's_Z and Ghostvette like this. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

07-20-2015, 01:05 AM	#4805 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 58 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684395	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1437368636.134575.jpg Good job JARblue! I need to polish mine & do something with these spots on the exterior door molding. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk P's_Z likes this. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

07-20-2015, 06:12 PM	#4812 (permalink)
Mandingo Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 625 Drives: '10 370z 6spd Rep Power: 3371	I finally have something to add! I just returned from a weekend trip to the Queen Wilhelmina State Park Lodge in Arkansas. It's a great little trip. Just 4 hours from Dallas. Here's a clip of me climbing the hill after getting breakfast in the 'cute' town at the base of the mountain. onzedge, Merv and Memphis370Z like this. __________________ some mods

07-21-2015, 09:32 AM	#4814 (permalink)
jpkirk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Merry Land Posts: 5,515 Drives: '14 MidBlu ST MT Rep Power: 3376	Mine still waits after autox last saturday. I have autox again this Saturday. I may take Friday off to spiff up the car, maybe change some fluids, trans and diff. I have a pressure bleeder, I should cycle out the brake and clutch fluid as well. JARblue and P's_Z like this. __________________ intake \| exhaust \| wheels \| tires \| suspension ... um ... stock, do speed stickers count? intake \| exhaust \| TE37 SL \| RE-11 \| suspension ... um ... do speed stickers count? Signature under construction

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