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

 

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 :D

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 :D

  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

 

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  • 4 weeks later...
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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 :D It is just 20 minutes novice track session but whatever :D 

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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 :D It is just 20 minutes novice track session but whatever :D 

You have been busy with your zed, looks much better 

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Posted

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 :D

  • 3 weeks later...
Posted (edited)

Some more maintenance done before Silverstone

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 :D

  7. A-pillar finisher replaced

  8. Door seal replaced

  9. Rear wiper arm cover replaced

  10. OEM Spoiler installed

  11. Spark plugs replaced - NGK Iridium IX

  12. Oil and filter changed again

  13. Front lower ball joints replaced

  14. Right knuckle (OEM) replaced 

  15. Boot popper springs replaced with heavy duty

  16. Boot struts replaced

  17. New emblems fıtted

  18. New brake pads fıtted (EBC Yellowstuff)

  19. ATF changed ıncludıng the filter/screen. Motul multi ATF - 7 litres used
  20. Differential fluid changed. Genuine Nissan differential fluid used - a little less than 2 litres
  21. Break fluid changed - Motul RBF 660 brake fluid - around 1.7 litres used
  22. Full coolant flush - Genuine Nissan green coolant - around 7 litres
  23. Air filter replaced - K&N Long-life Air Filter
  24. Brake pads replaced - EBC Yellowstuff

To-Do (not in order)

  • Front lip
  • Aluminium undertray
  • Polybush kit
  • Headlight lens replacement - bought, not fitted yet
  • New antenna, preferably OEM
  • Underbody rustproofing
  • Rear strut is chipping a little bit, may replace it, may wrap it, idk probably replace at some point
  • Decided to go with Brembo calipers in the future
  • 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, I skipped this one thinking 120mph would be enough for novice track session.

 

 

 

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Edited by Engin
tidying up
Posted

Oh, almost forgot! It looks like the brake calipers were installed the wrong way around - the left one was on the right, and the right one was on the left. It took us a while to figure out what was wrong, but then we noticed the bleeding valves were at the bottom.

 

Nobody touched the brakes in the UK, so I’m assuming this was done in Japan :D 

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