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Forum: Exterior & Interior 01-09-2013, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1,129
Views: 283,472
Posted By samb03
plasti-dipped my rims

Got the wheels mounted as it was getting dark and it has been raining today so no pics for now.

I was just saying, the murdered out rims on a black cherry car look sweet. Most of the the...
Forum: Tuning 08-16-2012, 12:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 21,195
Posted By samb03
Turbos can be high maintance. The turbos push...

Turbos can be high maintance. The turbos push more air when they are scrolled up and making boost. The more you have to have a safe Air/Fuel ration (stoichiometric prefection is 14.7) They usually...
Forum: Audio & Video 07-09-2012, 04:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,554
Posted By samb03
I screwed my Clarion APX4360 Dimensions 16" × 12"...

I screwed my Clarion APX4360 Dimensions 16" × 12" × 2 7/8 and a
MB Quart1500.1 14-7/8"L x 9"W x 2-1/2"H to the top of my zenclosure box.
Forum: Audio & Video 07-09-2012, 04:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,805
Posted By samb03
I was kinda disappointed in the volume that my...

I was kinda disappointed in the volume that my Sundown SA-12 is puting out rear firing. My IDQ12 was nearly as loud which is sad because it is more of an SQ sub.
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 07-02-2012, 05:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,369
Posted By samb03
how much is your power loss. The dealer is going...

how much is your power loss. The dealer is going to tell you all is fine if it is just slightly less than when it was new. Not all cars are built the same, Nissans imparticular are bad about. After...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 07-02-2012, 04:12 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,462
Posted By samb03
from what I have researched, the full synthetic...

from what I have researched, the full synthetic ie. Mobile One can go the distance. I still don't like going over 5K with it. The ester oils are a good lubricant but are short lived and need to be...
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 06-07-2012, 03:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,241
Posted By samb03
I was messing with ya. The view out the rear...

I was messing with ya. The view out the rear mirror is bad to begin with or atleast I think so. Have another bump
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 06-04-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,752
Posted By samb03
It was my zx10r but I have become a pansy. Since...

It was my zx10r but I have become a pansy. Since I bought my Z I have rack up more miles on it than my bike. Hoping I get the job I have put in for ang make the company truck my new DD.
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 06-04-2012, 05:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,241
Posted By samb03
doesn't that make it hard to see out of the rear...

doesn't that make it hard to see out of the rear view mirror?hahaha
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 05-22-2012, 01:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,064
Posted By samb03
3 on the tree is term for a 3 speed manual were...

3 on the tree is term for a 3 speed manual were the shifter is on the steering column like the older style automatics. One the shift patter was set up so you had tolift the shifter as you went...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 05-18-2012, 03:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,064
Posted By samb03
It was to streamline the designs for European...

It was to streamline the designs for European sales. In Germany, You flash to pass. For instance on the autobahn, the faster car has right of way in the fast lane. When they top the hill, they flash...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 05-11-2012, 12:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,464
Posted By samb03
are there broken treads in the seat covers. The...

are there broken treads in the seat covers. The car sits low and the twisting and dragging across the seat can tear the material. This was common on the 350Z's. This what as was out when I worked at...
Forum: Parts for sale (Private Classifieds) 04-26-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
[FOR SALE] 09 370Z motor
Views: 1,806
Posted By samb03
Titans and the 2.5 sentras/altimas were the worst...

Titans and the 2.5 sentras/altimas were the worst back when I was turning wrenches. Its bad enough that by buddy that still works at a dealer knocks out the cats in the first week of having a Titan.
Forum: Wheels & Tires 04-06-2012, 01:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,538
Posted By samb03
True VegasZ. Weight distribution is also a...

True VegasZ. Weight distribution is also a factor. If you have wheels that weight the same. If the design has a large mass centrally located by the hub with thin spokes going out the the rim, it will...
Forum: Wheels & Tires 04-02-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,538
Posted By samb03
Using the same sidewall ratio on 18's as you...

Using the same sidewall ratio on 18's as you would a 19 would reduce the overall gearing ration. It would help it accelerate. If depends on the grip level of the tires if you over gear your car you...
Forum: Wheels & Tires 04-02-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,538
Posted By samb03
Volt Z saw the positive change becaue he lowered...

Volt Z saw the positive change becaue he lowered the unsprung weight of the vehicle.
Unsprung weight is anything that isn't supported by the shocks and springs. Lighter brake calipers and suspension...
Forum: Exterior & Interior 02-27-2012, 02:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,899
Posted By samb03
Whale tail spoiler?

Another idea that has cropped in to head. Not serious about doing, just something to ponder. The orginal 240's came with them. Most say our cars look like Porches and they look good with them.
Forum: Exterior & Interior 02-27-2012, 02:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,841
Posted By samb03
The vinyl good idea. I really do like the look of...

The vinyl good idea. I really do like the look of the GT side stripes. If I do go with stripes It would probably be like the pictured 350. The stripes would taper with the hood ridges.
Forum: Exterior & Interior 02-26-2012, 03:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,841
Posted By samb03
I really like the look of the GT lines. Getting...

I really like the look of the GT lines. Getting some painted on might not look too tacky.
Forum: Exterior & Interior 02-26-2012, 02:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,841
Posted By samb03
racing strip[es on a black cherry

I am thinking about racing stipes on my black cherry. My buddy that went to school for body work is recommending I find out how much pearl is used and match that with silver. Any other ideas on...
Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions 01-25-2012, 12:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,839
Posted By samb03
I am 5'11 225 and have no problems. My brother...

I am 5'11 225 and have no problems. My brother fits and he 6'2 315. The largest person to sit in my car was a just to listen to the stereo. He didn't go for a ride. It was a tight fit but he is 6'7...
Forum: Intake/Exhaust 10-17-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,001
Posted By samb03
If you want loud do forget test pipes. That made...

If you want loud do forget test pipes. That made a huge difference on my top speed cbe.
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 10-04-2011, 11:23 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 27,410
Posted By samb03
He has forgotten more about cars that most us...

He has forgotten more about cars that most us will ever know.It is advertised as 15K mile oil. He was taking it out of a pretty new car. Putting in a 50Kish mile motor then in his wifes car. For a...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 10-04-2011, 11:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,119
Posted By samb03
I always thought that a s/c built much more low...

I always thought that a s/c built much more low end torque (idle) than a turbo which has to spool up to make power. You can size them to what every you want. If you got tiurbos small enough to spool...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain 10-02-2011, 04:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,261
Posted By samb03
I don't know how California laws are but document...

I don't know how California laws are but document it with the dealer everytime it happens. I know in TX if a probablem recurres 3 times and can't be fixxed it can be lemon lawed and you get your...
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