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Dave's '07 Gunmetal Grey GT


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Does anyone know if there is a fuse in the engine bay that I can tap.  Which is only live when the lights (side or dipped) are on?

I've got a list of fuses below, but I think both 76 & 86 are live at all times.

 

Basically I'm trying to find an easy place to tap for illumination but really don't want to pull the radio out.

 

Assignment of the fuses and relays in the Engine Compartment Fuse Box №1

Amp Description
71 10 Tail Lamp Relay (Parking Lamp, License Lamp, Tail Lamp, Illumination, Headlamp Aiming Control System)
72 10 Headlamp High, Daytime Light System
73 30 Front Wiper Relay
74 10 Headlamp High, Daytime Light System
75 20 Rear Window Defogger Relay
76 15 Headlamp Low
77 15 Engine Control Module Relay
78 15 IPDM E/R
79 10 Air Conditioner Relay
80 20 Rear Window Defogger Relay
81 15 Fuel Pump Relay
82 10 ESP/TCS/ABS Control System
83 10 Back-Up Lamp, Theft Warning System
84 10 Front Wiper and Washer, Rear Wiper and Washer
85 15 Heated Oxygen Sensor, Fuel Injection System Function, Air Fuel Ratio Sensor
86 15 Headlamp Low
87 15 Throttle Control Motor Relay
88 15 Not Used
89 10 Starting System, MIL & Data Link Connectors
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So, I had the car MOT'd and given the once over (in prep for the road trip) by Nissan today.  After a brief panic due to it failing on the front tires, she passed with only a few minor advisories.

Front tires were shot as it seems the tracking is out but that's a fix for another day.

 

One of the things that got picked up on the inspection were that several of the gaiters on the front suspension are perishing.

Both track rod ends and both ball joints were picked up on this.

Can these be replaced without replacing the whole part?

 

Other than low brake pads and some rust to the exhaust she got a clean bill of health.

Can't argue with that for 122k miles!

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2 hours ago, daveo132 said:

One of the things that got picked up on the inspection were that several of the gaiters on the front suspension are perishing.

Both track rod ends and both ball joints were picked up on this.

Can these be replaced without replacing the whole part?

 

 

For the price of track rod ends, might aswell replace. I had advisories on those at the last MOT and LCA ball joints rubber boots also. I replaced with polyurethane items as the joint itself was fine.

 

Tad damn...

 

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12 minutes ago, daveo132 said:

As if by magic.

Cheers will check that out.

 

I will just add you need to be getting under your car alot more. Tyres that would fail an MOT due to wear is avoidable, not to mention very dangerous. I was literally under mine today checking over and general housekeeping.

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@davey_83 so the ball joint / control arm setup on the 350z is a bit different to what I'm used to.  Seems the ball joint is part of the wheel hub?

 

Is the ball joint replaceable on these?  Or did you just replace the boot on it?

 

Edit, I think I just answered at least part of my own question.  They seem to be replaceable.

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So after speaking to Zmanalex, replacing the ball joints is no longer an option due to multiple fitment issues that have cropped up over the years.

 

So, my job list to prep the car for the Road trip is;

  • New Front Lower control arms
  • New Track rod ends
  • New front brake pads.

Advantage is that it's all on the front.

 

To be honest, I'm probably going to find a local garage to do the labour for me.  I'm pretty busy with work these days so the ease of being able to drop the car off in the morning and pick it up in the afternoon is quite appealing. 

 

Plus, if those track rod ends are locked up (which is pretty common on any other car I've owned) then I've got no heat source to try and break them free.

 

Only other things picked up on the inspection were

  • Rear pads 60% (seems a non-issue to me!)
  • Exhaust head shield corroded - Cat shields are held together with jubilee clips...
  • Front lights are fading.  Will have to polish these up again, but I have heard that clear coating afterward will help them stay clear.
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So some updates.

Pillar pod and gauges are installed - pic to follow later

 

Broke my front splitter on the roads around Gaydon though... :glare:

 

Next jobs are to restore my headlights.  E-Tech do a kit that includes clearcoat.

https://e-tech.uk.com/e-tech-headlight-lens-restoration-kit

So probably a bumper off and headlight remove job, might need to wait a few weeks though.

 

One my brother took from the show.

 

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I'm not sure about the Megs kit but the Autoglym was a similar price but without clear coat.

So you just end up with them going yellow again...

 

My MOT'er did not like them being yellowed so picked it up as an advisory. 

Mind you, they also picked up 60% worn pads as an advisory too lol

 

60% warn and been on there for at least 4 years. :lol:

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So while the headlights are out for resorting I've decided I may as well upgrade the lights (while they're easy to get at).

 

All OSRAMs as they have good guarantees on them.

LED Sidelights, Link

LED Indicators Link

Load Resistors Link

New DS2 Headlights. Link

 

Will update more once the work begins.  Will be in a few weeks time yet as I need the car the next 2 weekends.

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Oh no

I noticed today while pulling away that I'm getting a noise in line with the revs. 

 

I have a feeling I might have a clutch bearing on the way... 

 

I can only describe the noise as a whir that climbs with the revs. No reason to suspect anything in the engine. 

I don't know how old the clutch it. 

 

I'll have to get it checked out next week. 

 

Question is, if it is the clutch, do I go lightened fly....? 

 

I saw that Torqen are recommending a JWT kit in another thread.

Anyone had any experience with the Tarmac Sportz kit?  link

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So more on the whirring noise.

 

It only seems to be doing it when the car is hot and likely heat soaked.

Defiantly sounds like a bearing.

 

Going to try and pop to a garage after work today.  Want to book it in for the track rod ends and brake pads anyway.

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So some overdue pics now that I think I'm over my food poisoning this week. 

 

Some pics here of the dress up that I've started.  Red anodised washers, new bolts etc.

I replaced the carbon engine cover with an Evo-R Harness cover from @Coz@TORQEN.  However, I'm pretty dissapointed with the fitment.  I think it must be built for a HR bonnet as it's rubbing on mine quite badly (you can see the shining on it).

I may end up going back to the carbon cover.

Vacuum line can also be seen for the new gauge but this will be tided at a later date.

 

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New Pillar pod installed from South Coast Flocking.

Top is Fuel pressure

Bottom is vacuum.

Why? Because more gauges = more better.

I just felt like it.

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New clutch kit from @Tarmac@TarmacSportz was sent out today, so that should be on in the next week or so.

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