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

axmea? · 07-15-2014, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

I wonder how much it would cost to fix the fitment.

Too much money to put in to narrow that big of a gap. How about using U channel or U mold trim. They make white ones for boats. Just an idea. For the fenders, try foam sheet to shim it outward when you screw them back in.

Pintsize725 · 07-15-2014, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Limeybastard

What happened? Was the car lifted incorrectly that caused the rockers to pop out?

Nope, this is how they look fully installed. Granted the double sided 3m tape may not have been enough or thick enough on the top. But even when it's pushed into place, you can feel it trying to stretch from the rear part and it can't because it's FRP.

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Originally Posted by madwi

Few bucks for some VHT tape or something to hold it in place? Not sure if the thickness of the tape would cause it to not be flush.

I'm going to try a thicker tape next week. I also don't know if the passenger side was damaged when taken off by the previous owner.

Nick911sc · 07-16-2014, 10:30 AM

Good morning everyone!

Sad because I'm currently in the process of trying to sell my Z...

Happy because it's replaced by a GT-R

jpkirk · 07-16-2014, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

Good morning everyone!

Sad because I'm currently in the process of trying to sell my Z...

Happy because it's replaced by a GT-R

Careful ... careful now .... there is some boost going on there! In many ... many aspects!

I would be like ...

Have fun!

kenchan · 07-16-2014, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axmea?

Too much money to put in to narrow that big of a gap. How about using U channel or U mold trim. They make white ones for boats. Just an idea. For the fenders, try foam sheet to shim it outward when you screw them back in.

im so glad you didnt say to use bathtub caulk aka homedepot mod..

kenchan · 07-16-2014, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick911sc

Good morning everyone!

Sad because I'm currently in the process of trying to sell my Z...

Happy because it's replaced by a GT-R

noone cares, nick.

bye

haha, just kidding.

axmea? · 07-16-2014, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

im so glad you didnt say to use bathtub caulk aka homedepot mod..

Those U channels I suggested are discrete (white) and work great to clear gaps. They are used on boats so it is perfect for door jambs. It is rare for FRP Skirts to have perfect, OEM quality fit so creativity goes a long way. Yes not too creative to the point caulking is used - that's just weird. No carpenters allowed in the body shop.

Masterbeatty · 07-17-2014, 10:39 AM

I parked at a different building today for work, 9 out of ten people walking by my Z now are suffering with chronic neck problems. Today also marks the first day driving my precious Z in four days due to horrible rain and thunder storms.

Morbid370Z · 07-17-2014, 11:47 AM

Installed Z1 post-maf tubes and AFE filters. Is it just me or were those a paint in the arse to wedge into place?

Worth it though!

kenchan · 07-17-2014, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Morbid370Z

Installed Z1 post-maf tubes and AFE filters. Is it just me or were those a paint in the arse to wedge into place?

Worth it though!

i removed the strut bar to install my hps tubes. went on fine with slight trimming for a prefect fit.

Pintsize725 · 07-17-2014, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Morbid370Z

Installed Z1 post-maf tubes and AFE filters. Is it just me or were those a paint in the arse to wedge into place?

Worth it though!

Yup, had to whip out a butter knife to shimmy it into place.

Limeybastard · 07-17-2014, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Nope, this is how they look fully installed. Granted the double sided 3m tape may not have been enough or thick enough on the top. But even when it's pushed into place, you can feel it trying to stretch from the rear part and it can't because it's FRP.

I'm going to try a thicker tape next week. I also don't know if the passenger side was damaged when taken off by the previous owner.

I am assuming they are after market skirts?

Pintsize725 · 07-17-2014, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Limeybastard

I am assuming they are after market skirts?

Yup.

Pintsize725 · 07-17-2014, 07:41 PM

Took her to the park for our daily workout.

MadChemist · 07-17-2014, 08:34 PM

Installed hotchkis sway bars and mounted AG M310 in gloss brushed antique bronze. Also, removed the exhaust.

Tomorrow, I battle the demon bolt and install my ART pipes and invidia cbe. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly

07-16-2014, 10:30 AM	#513 (permalink)
Nick911sc A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 1,698 Drives: 2010 Nissan GT-R Rep Power: 21	Good morning everyone! Sad because I'm currently in the process of trying to sell my Z... Happy because it's replaced by a GT-R kenchan, jpkirk and Ghostvette like this.

07-17-2014, 10:39 AM	#518 (permalink)
Masterbeatty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Whales Vagina Posts: 4,586 Drives: the speed limit... Rep Power: 122867	I parked at a different building today for work, 9 out of ten people walking by my Z now are suffering with chronic neck problems. Today also marks the first day driving my precious Z in four days due to horrible rain and thunder storms. __________________ 2011 MB 6MT Masterbeatty journal

07-17-2014, 07:41 PM	#524 (permalink)
Pintsize725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Austin Posts: 14,196 Drives: 2016 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 211845	Took her to the park for our daily workout. __________________ Tracie

07-17-2014, 08:34 PM	#525 (permalink)
MadChemist Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 412 Drives: 2010 370ZR Rep Power: 13	Installed hotchkis sway bars and mounted AG M310 in gloss brushed antique bronze. Also, removed the exhaust. Tomorrow, I battle the demon bolt and install my ART pipes and invidia cbe. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly onzedge and DelawareTerp like this.

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