Seeking Advice for New 350z Owner – Import from Japan

[Engin]

I got some more work done, using this topic as a notepad

 

Recently completed

• Spark plugs replaced - NGK Iridium IX

• Oil & filter changed (again…)

  • Turns out the Nissan dealership did NOT replace the oil filter during last year’s major service. It was already in the bin before I realised I should’ve taken photos and reported it…

• Front lower ball joints replaced

• Right knuckle replaced (OEM) (don’t ask)

• Boot popper springs replaced (heavy duty)

• Boot struts replaced

 

I am going to add some more stuff to done and will create a to-do list

Things done so far

1. Major service at Nissan - NEVER again

2. New tyres (Michelin Pilot Sport 5)

3. Front bumper resprayed

4. Headlights cleaned and restored - Needs doing again, looking to replace lens instead of cleaning this time. We'll see...

5. Dashcam installed (Viofo A229 Plus, hardwired)

6. Antenna replaced and base refinished - Chipping a little bit, what can I say, TEMU antenna

7. Underbody may need rust proofing, will do it this summer

8. Head unit is working when the car gets warm. I am guessing there is some kind of condensation in it, on the lens or sth. 

9. A-pillar finisher replaced

10. Door seal replaced

11. Rear wiper arm cover replaced

12. New emblems bought – still not fitted

13. OEM Spoiler installed

14. Spark plugs replaced - NGK Iridium IX

15. Oil and filter changed again

16. Front lower ball joints replaced

17. Right knuckle (OEM) replaced 

18. Boot popper springs replaced with heavy duty

19. Boot struts replaced

To-Do (not in order)

• Front lip
• Aluminium undertray
• Polybush kit
• Headlight lens replacement
• New antenna, preferably OEM
• Underbody rustproofing
• Fitting new emblems
• Rear strut is chipping a little bit, may replace it, may wrap it, idk probably replace at some point
• brake pads. Before 19th april
• brake kit? I am not sure about this one
• New rims. RPF1 preferred. When I have enough money to spare, maybe in 2-3 years lol
• Maybe, just MAYBE coilovers? want to keep her stock, but... let's say if I get RPF1s definitely, if not maybe.
• I need a clean auto knob. Older version.
• HKS Speed limiter defencer, must be done before 19th April

 

[Engin]

Decided to do some more before the track. Bought following:

• Motul multi ATF - 10 litres
• Transmission screen and gasket
• Nissan differential fluid - 2 litres
• Motul RBF 660 brake fluid - 3 litres
• Nissan green coolant - 10 litres
• K&N Long-life Air Filter
• EBC Yellowstuff brake pads
• Also.... drumroll.... NEW HEADLIGHT LENSES! 

I will do all these in two weeks time. In the meantime, please let me know if you think I am missing something  It is just 20 minutes novice track session but whatever  

[ShortPaul]

45 minutes ago, Engin said:

Decided to do some more before the track. Bought following:

• Motul multi ATF - 10 litres
• Transmission screen and gasket
• Nissan differential fluid - 2 litres
• Motul RBF 660 brake fluid - 3 litres
• Nissan green coolant - 10 litres
• K&N Long-life Air Filter
• EBC Yellowstuff brake pads
• Also.... drumroll.... NEW HEADLIGHT LENSES! 

I will do all these in two weeks time. In the meantime, please let me know if you think I am missing something  It is just 20 minutes novice track session but whatever  

You have been busy with your zed, looks much better 

[Engin]

Thanks mate. I have no idea why I am doing what I am doing to be honest, pushing all the buttons to make sure this car lasts