evest Posted October 16, 2010 Posted October 16, 2010 It's been sitting in the garage long enough - finally worked up the courage to cut my Zed! The item was a cheapo one off Ebay so I had to make up my own template, but the fit is pretty good and I think it looks I used a Dremel to cut out the hole, and the rest was easy. Just wondering whether to add one to the other side to make it symetrical, Hope you likes it! Quote
Craigtt Posted October 16, 2010 Posted October 16, 2010 looks good, i bet that was scary cutting your bumper.lol! Quote
evest Posted October 16, 2010 Author Posted October 16, 2010 Big time, nearly bottled it but then thought - what the hell, he who dares.... Quote
Craigtt Posted October 16, 2010 Posted October 16, 2010 atleast there is a lip to the nostril, so if the slot was alittle off you can get away with it.lol. Quote
TADDY Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 nice job i marked mine up with the template then took the rest of the afternoon building up the curridge to cut my genuine nismo bumper in the end i phoned a mate to come round and hold my hand while i did the cutting Quote
Ebized Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 nice job i marked mine up with the template then took the rest of the afternoon building up the curridge to cut my genuine nismo bumper in the end i phoned a mate to come round and hold my hand while i did the cutting That gave me laugh - wasn't quite sure if you meant a large helping of porridge or 'bottle' (courage) Quote
350zblack Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 looks good, how does it fix is it with silicone or are those 4 screws around the outside? also could you give the link to ebay shop where you got it from thanks Quote
evest Posted October 17, 2010 Author Posted October 17, 2010 looks good, how does it fix is it with silicone or are those 4 screws around the outside?also could you give the link to ebay shop where you got it from thanks I was supplied with 3M tape and the screws as well. The tape is handy for holding it in place while you drill the pilot holes for the screws. I bought it here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NISSAN-FAIRLADY-3 ... 3cb17217bc Cheap as chips! I would say that it doesn't sit quite as flush to the bumper as some of the premium brands, but personally I'm satisfied with the results. Also - be aware that I had to make up my own template, but with a bit of time and care this isn't too difficult. I'm emailing the seller to see if I can get one for the other side. Quote
HaydnH Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 I'm emailing the seller to see if I can get one for the other side. I think it would look better asymmetrical as it is - 1 on each side may look a little odd... but I'll await pictures before I judge. Quote
buster Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 know all about the tension building before cutting I ve also added a pipe to help air flow to the cone filter.Sounds awesome.Well worth doing m8.i ve also noticed its a little smoother when driving hard Nice job m8 all in all imo its a worthy mod Quote
buster Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 http://my350z.com/forum/attachments/sou ... rduct1.jpg this may help anyone contemplating this mod... Quote
350zblack Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 looks good, how does it fix is it with silicone or are those 4 screws around the outside?also could you give the link to ebay shop where you got it from thanks I was supplied with 3M tape and the screws as well. The tape is handy for holding it in place while you drill the pilot holes for the screws. I bought it here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NISSAN-FAIRLADY-3 ... 3cb17217bc Cheap as chips! I would say that it doesn't sit quite as flush to the bumper as some of the premium brands, but personally I'm satisfied with the results. Also - be aware that I had to make up my own template, but with a bit of time and care this isn't too difficult. I'm emailing the seller to see if I can get one for the other side. brilliant, thanks Quote
evest Posted October 17, 2010 Author Posted October 17, 2010 I ve also added a pipe to help air flow to the cone filter. I was planning to do the same thing - what did you use to make it? I think it would look better asymmetrical as it is - 1 on each side may look a little odd... but I'll await pictures before I judge. I think I'll do some work on photoshop before I cut again! Quote
buster Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 I ve also added a pipe to help air flow to the cone filter. I was planning to do the same thing - what did you use to make it? used some flexi pipe a m8 had.Its the same stuff you get with the cheap ebay intake kits.need about 14inch of pipe work.works a treat. Quote
evest Posted October 17, 2010 Author Posted October 17, 2010 used some flexi pipe a m8 had.Its the same stuff you get with the cheap ebay intake kits.need about 14inch of pipe work.works a treat. Cheers matey! OK, so here is roughly what it would look like with dual air ducts: Opinions? Quote
Davebod89 Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 I think I like the offset one as the other isn't really needed.. plus it looks too much but thats just my opinion Do what you want Quote
buster Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 I think I like the offset one as the other isn't really needed.. plus it looks too much but thats just my opinion i am in total agreement.imo it looks more meaningful with the one. Quote
HaydnH Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 In my opinion, purely from an Aesthetic viewpoint, the asymmetrical single vent looks nicer. However we all have our own opinions, if you like it do it - there'd be no point in moding cars if everyone did it exactly the same! I think I like the offset one as the other isn't really needed.. That depends if you have a dual intake or not. Quote
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