Jay zee

2 hours ago, Jack94 said:

I'm not usually a fan of stanced setups but that's a beauty, especially the second from last photo 👌 

GLWTS. 

Would love to see someone put some big meaty track tyres on them😍

2 hours ago, davey_83 said:

Very nice indeed, all the best with the sale 

Thanks Dave🙂👍🏼

RVL Centre Locks

I've have them up for sale atm. Going to replace them with some RPF1's🙂

Front - 19×9.5 ET:12

Rear - 19×10.5 ET:12

On 07/02/2022 at 14:20, SPAXY said:

just about to do a wheel change as part of my spring project,just wondering what you guys have on your cars.

currently running a set of ENKEI RPF1  18" 9.5J FRONT 10.5J REAR ET 15 OFFSET.

lookng for something same size,with plenty of concave aggressive look.possibly going a matt bronze or maybe gold,just looking for some inspiration because theres so many nice rims out there.

the ENKEI will be coming up for sale soon.

 

 

Dream setup🙏🏼

Just posted on the forum incase you guys don't see it🙂👍🏼

RVL 3 Piece Centre Lock Wheels With Centre Lock Conversion Kit.

Perfect fitment for a Z

Front - 19×9.5 ET:12

Rear - 19×10.5 ET:12

(You can pop a cheeky 20mm spacer on the rear but will require around -3° of camber)

I'm probably going to regret taking the pictures before cleaning them but I have them in the loft and haven't cleaned them in months🤦🏽‍♂️ I can clean and give a quick polish if there's a serious buyer as carrying them out the loft is a bit of a challenge😂

Only 2 sets made by RVL with the other set on a wide bodied 911 in the states.

I had brand new red outer locks sent from RVL before Christmas. 

In need of some TLC so about to have them rebuilt but would rather just sell as is.

A couple of bits of curb rash on 2 of them, no buckles or welds, absolutely solid. They've literally done around 2-3k miles on them.

Comes with tyres however, the inner tread is nearly gone (still passed an MOT with them).

I'm selling because I'm not into the hot boi stance thing anymore. So going for a light weight wheel next with some decent coilovers so bags will be available soon after👍🏼

Always up for a swap for other Z bits so please don't hesitate, the worst I can say is no🙂👍🏼

£2850ovno 

I can have them completely rebuilt to whatever finish the buyer wants at an additional cost.

Can post via Paisley for £50 if it's a journey for you🙂

It's literally the entire kit you need so you're more than welcome to pop over and I can fit them on for you.

Oh, can include a 400nm torque wrench if you're stuck, as you'll certainly need it. Torque specs are absolutely VITAL with this setup so have all the torque specs from the manufacturer. I've made a diagram specifying all torque specs with what adapter goes where. The unique socket to tighten both main and outer locks is included. Everything you'll need. 

Please feel free to contact me about any questions, I'll do my best to answer them

🙂👍🏼

Pulled the trigger and posted on FB 😬

If anyone's interested let me know. I'll knock a few quid off if you're a forum member🫡

20 minutes ago, davey_83 said:

LooKs incredible that. To the new owner, I can highly recommend self healing PPF - absolute no brainer. 

 

 

 

I completely agree sir🙏🏼

Final stages of the refurb😍 

5 hours ago, davey_83 said:

Result on the DE lamps 👍

Buzzing mate👌🏼

13 minutes ago, Olly350z said:

Millers fully synthetic 5w-40 CFS will suit you just fine, ran it for years in my 96K DE and opie oils do a good deal on it. Now running it in my 39K Nismo

 

Just check oil level regularly on these and you'll be fine. 

 

Funny, I found old pictures of mine and Andys car back in 2019

 

 

 

Cheers Olly! Checking the oil is easier said than done on these awful dipsticks😂 wish there was an aftermarket one we could get.

Yeah she looks clean. Shame I want rid of the wheels, they look great there👍🏼

2 hours ago, davey_83 said:

 

Nice one pal, can't remember but can be bought from Opie Oils

 

https://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-83809-gold-plug-ap03-magnetic-oil-drain-sump-plug-ap-03-thread-diameter-12mm-thread-pitch-125.aspx

Cheers Dave I'll get one for the service. Are you still running it? 

3 hours ago, ZMANALEX said:

5W 40 is more suitable for older high mileage cars so is ideal for your car.

 

A word of caution, aluminium magnetic sump plugs tend to snap so best to avoid especially if your pride and joy is entrusted to a heavy handed apprentice mechanic.

 

Oil Viscosity explained here:    https://www.firestonecompleteautocare.com/blog/oil-change/engine-oil-viscosity/

Thanks Alex I'll grab some for the service😁👍🏼 Hence why I don't trust any mechanics round here😂

So turns out I just had crap quality led's😂

Popped some different ones in and they work perfectly! 

On 16/10/2016 at 15:06, davey_83 said:

Plenum spacer by Wasso

 

Was like a kid at Xmas, awesome bit of kit and very very well made.

 

Used the Motordyne guide which helped especially with the reassembly torque setting and sequence.

 

Difficulty level 2/5

 

 

 

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_093929_edit_zpssedltc93.jpg

 

Strut brace and engine cover off and quick orientation.

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_094111_zpsqkspzwc2.jpg

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_095331_zpsgtoxyqbp.jpg

 

Very clean underneath for 75k I thought too.

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_095837_zpsng1xmpxt.jpg

 

Torqued down in order an in stages, using the underside of the brake reservoir cover I placed the bolts down to represent the location of the bolt in situ. This provided a quick reference for fitting the new bolts as I know which length bolts went where at a glance.

 

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_101937_zpspivpyzqr.jpg

 

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151206_101946_zpsrroywieh.jpg

 

Run up to a car meet up Nottingham with a couple mates.

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/12001030_898827906867451_4318583495515955229_o_zpsodpbbfnp.jpg

 

 

Who said the VQ35 is bad on juice.....

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG-20151004-WA0003_zpszkvejgok.jpg

 

 

Next came my B&M shift knob out of my last car, works well with the Z33.

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151227_092302_zpskxsdle9f.jpg

 

http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u427/davey_boi83/DB%20Nissan%20350z%20GT/IMG_20151227_092247_edit_zps9g1g6zvw.jpg

I prefer home bargains to b&m😏😂😂

1 hour ago, davey_83 said:

Few of the one's I've tried in the link below

 

 

Currently using Castrol Edge 5w30 with HKS Hybrid oil filter.

 

Yeah I was watching your yt video servicing the Z last night. Where did you get the magnetic sump plug? The only ones I can find are Greddy ones.

55 minutes ago, ZMANALEX said:

I am also an HKS fanboy, however, common sense also prevails.

 

I see no real benefit in using an HKS oil filter over a Genuine Stock Nissan OEM oil filter at half the price of HKS.

 

Also HKS do not make there own oil and it will simply be some other stuff rebranded.

 

Another disappointing previous example was that HKS were selling "HKS"  braided brake lines which turned to be simply HEL lines which were rebranded HKS, sad days I am afraid.

 

Most HKS products are top notch, however, above are a few examples which have dropped through the cracks.

 

Like most top branded products if you go the HKS route then you will have to pay the HKS tax.

 

Regarding the oil viscosity, top branded 5W 40 will be fine for your 86k 350Z.

 

 

 

 

Thank you!

I watched Daveys YouTube video comparing a K&N to a HKS one and it looked like the HKS one has more flow possibly. However, my Z will see absolutely no befit with it only doing 500 miles a year either way😂 

Why do you think Abby Motorsport opted to use 10w40?? 

Last year I serviced the Z with the black HKS hybrid filter and 5w30 Castrol.

After digging through the huge amount of history it has. I managed to find an invoice from Abbey Motorsport. They dyno'd the Z after giving it an up rev tune (wish I had the dyno graph) along with a service and other things. 

Included in the invoice it sated that they used 10w40 oil. Now with it's age and 86k on the clock, would it be wise to continue to use 10w40? 

I'm a somewhat of a fanboy when it comes to HKS so I'll be trying their oil next. Just purchased their purple filter. Don't think I'll se much difference from their hybrid one.

9 minutes ago, Azurez33 said:

That is some jdm porn right there 

It sure is man😍

44 minutes ago, davey_83 said:

 

+1 Goodridge lines as they replicate the OE lines and where they mount, much better design than the Hel ones.

 

 

Davey as always, thank you man🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

55 minutes ago, Olly350z said:

Goodridge lines, the HELL lines arnt made to fit and coming with annoying pinch line clips which eventually pull through. I wore through two lines on my 350z before I finally upgraded to goodridge. Braided lines will make a very positive difference no matter which brand you go for though

Thanks Olly! Glad someone's confirmed that. I guess you get what you pay for with these🙏🏼

I'm just testing the water here as it's about to come home from its refurbishment. I'm unbelievably sad to let it go however, it simply won't be any use as I'm going for a different front bumper. 

Far as I know, these came out around 2004 and were priced at £1K.

I'm going to stick my neck out here and say I'm nearly 100% there isn't another one in the UK. 

Now this is aimed at the serious Z owners who love to collect such rare JDM unicorn parts like ARC etc. I'm not a fan of banging prices up with the "JDM tax"🙄 But the rarity, it's age and what it is does need to be appreciated. So it would need to go for above it's initial price on it's release. It's basically like new after it's refurbishment.

If anyone has any more information on them or even interested in owning it, please don't hesitate in popping me a message.

(If someone can somehow find another one for sale, please let me know so I can price accordingly)

Thanks

7 hours ago, davey_83 said:

Practically the same set up I'm going to go for when the time comes. I've got the paint code somewhere, il dig it out.

Would you recommend the Goodridge lines or save a few quid and get the Hel ones? 

Really appreciate it buddy, can't find it anywhere🤦🏽‍♂️

Popping some pics up of the new brake setup. After speaking to a few folk along with hours of nerding out on YouTube. I've decided to go for J Hooks + Blue Stuff to replace the 10+ year old discs and pads.. 

Front pads+discs next, along with the Goodridge lines. 

Btw does anyone know the paint code for the Brembo calipers? I've searched endlessly to only find assumptions and guesses. Surely it must be out there somewhere? Without adding to the guess work, are they the same colour as the 04 STi's (blob eye) calipers??

I'll update this thread as I go👍🏼

Tackling the brakes next as they haven't been changed in 10 years.. (I'm not joking)

I'm ordering some J hook discs, Goodridge braided lines and some parking brake shoes from Torqen or whatever theyre called. I would like some Yellow Stuff pads but I have to be honest, I'm not savvy with pads or parking brake shoes.. 

What are you guys running?

Are Hel braided lines okay? Or should I just go all out on the Goodridge ones? As I would like to keep the costs down.