The "blue" plates are only basically pad stops.
If you are using genuine Ferodo DS2500 pads then there should be no fitment issues.
If the pistons are fully back then the issue must be rust or grime.
Perhaps removing the black paint off the top and bottom of the pad backing (red area) might help.
Alex.
From cold the dip stick will give you an accurate indication of the amount of oil in the sump if carried out properly on a level surface.
If you are uncomfortable with the readings then drain the oil and start again.
The VQ 35 DE takes 4.4 litres without filter and 4.7 with, providing that you are on stock sump.
If the oil light comes on it is to late.
Many a VQ35 DE engine has been wrecked by the misconception of "that is time to put oil in when the oil warning light comes on".
Alex.
Hi Andy and to the forum.
The Bose issue is very common and will be fixed under warranty if your car is still covered if not it will still be worth asking as it is a known fault and subject to recall.
Alex.
Hi Chris and to the forum, lots of Scots on here. I am based in Perth but there are a few in Edinburgh and many from Strathclyde, Perthshire, Tayside, Fife and Aberdeenshire.
Good luck with the search for a suitable car.
With a user name like that it was a bit obvious where you were from.
aboard mate, you will feel real at home as there are loadsa us Scots on here and more will be along shortly.
That is not the offset number mate.
The size of offset will determine how far out the wheel sits.
The offset number for the front will also probably be different from the rear.
It should be stamped on the inside of the rims.
Your speedo should not be affected mate.
Yes mate that should do the trick providing it has a decent flame control.
On most of these you will find that the flame is rather wide so the applied heat is a tad spread.
The idea is to only heat the nut up so that it expands on the bolt so a commercial oxy/accy gun is always best but a regular blow torch should be up to the task.
Remember that you will also require a 14mm, 19mm and grips to stop the knuckle from turning when loosening the seized outer nuts.
Also please remember and take the necessary fire prevention precautions.
Good luck
Cheers,
Alex.