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Surprised I haven't spotted you in and around Ricky Russ..

Still working that one out!

I already run decats and the Gemini. Know what you mean about cutting up the system, partly my reason to see if anyone has done it and their verdict I guess.. I'd certainly think twice about it as it would effect resell etc.. But on the flip side I do like to hear my exhaust note in all it's glory! (who says it will sound great though by removing the front resonators.. hmm)

Has anyone done it..?

Nice one Tim, some good options in there for when it comes to service time..

Not sure if this is the right place to request a sticky..? Found this really helpful, to get a load of info together in one place & pretty much answers questions that come up a fair bit.. http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/94871-the-big-fluids-list-add-your-suggestions/

http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/94871-the-big-fluids-list-add-your-suggestions/ Some suggestions on fluid replacements and times to do them from a little recent homework.. May help decide what you need to do..

Had a few questions about bits as preparing a shopping basket for service items.. seemed to find the info all over the shop, so have started this list... Let me know of amends/additions and suggestions and i'll update the list. The format i've followed is: ITEM NAME ITEM INFO/SPEC/GUIDANCE (*UK SPEC*) SUGGESTED BRANDS/TYPE OF PRODUCT and perhaps if no sticky already exists mods....? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ENGINE OIL 4.7-4.9 litres inc filter, dry overhaul 5.5 litres, change 10k or under depending on use, 5w30 assuming standard engine spec For higher mileage engines or motors that are munching some oil it is suggested to opt for a 10w40 semi-synthetic - Fuchs Titan proS 5w30, Ester based API cert - Standard option Motul 8100 Eco-nergy - Fuchs Titan SYN MC 10w-40 ENGINE OIL FILTER rule of thumb 3/4 turn by hand from point of gasket seating, 11-15 ft/lbs, with oil change - Nissan 15208-9F60A - K&N Gold HP-1008 SUMP PLUG & WASHER 22-29 ft/lbs torque, sump plug thread diameter 12mm, pitch 1.25, replace washer with oil change (crush washer) - nissan washer 102601M02 - nissan drain plug 11128 - magnetic type plugs, gold plug Opie Oils (AP03) & other brands (Blox, Mishimoto, Greddy etc) AIR FILTER replace/inspect each service - Apexi / Cosworth / HKS drop in panel filter - Nissan OEM 16546-3J400 BRAKE FLUID 0.7-0.8 litres (buy 1 litre), change every 3yrs or 36k - Motul RBF600 or RBF660 (min 3 dot) - Nissan super heavy duty brake fluid BRAKE LINES - HoseTechnik CLUTCH FLUID 0.7-0.8 litres (buy 1 litre), change every 3 yrs or 36k - Motul RBF600 or RBF6600 (min 3 dot) - Nissan super heavy duty brake fluid MANUAL TRANSMISSION GEARBOX OIL manual 2.93 litres, fill plug/drain plug 23-28 ft/lbs, change 3yrs or 36k, 75w85 or 75w90 API GL-4 - RED LINE High Performance Synthetic MT-85 75W85 GL-4 Gear Oil - Nissan MT-XZ Gear oil KE916-99931 or equivalent DIFF OIL 1.4 litres, change every 3yrs or 36k, SAE 80w90 API GL-5 - RED LINE Synthetic Gear Oil 75W-90 GL5 - Nissan differntial Fluid KE907-99832 or equivalent GEARBOX & DIFF PLUG/WASHER do not need replacing unless lost, not crush washers - nissan 110264N200 - aftermarket magnetic plugs? POWER STEERING FLUID 1 litre - Motul MULTI ATF Fluid - Nissan PSF or equivalent COOLANT SYSTEM 9.0 litres with resevoir, change every 3yrs or 36k, don't mix different coolant types.. - Nissan long life Antifreeze/coolant L248 Premix KE902-99945 ALTERNATOR/AC BELTS change every 3yrs or when wear is detected - Gates 4PK948 + 6PK1173 (don't bother with OEM belts, more expensive & slightly lower in quality) SPARK PLUGS gap (normal) in(mm) 0.043(1.1), change every 5 years - Denso Iridium IKH16 x 6 WIPERS change when you can't see anymore, 20" + 18" fronts, 18" rear - PIAA if you're feeling flush KEY FOB BATTERY - CR2025 BULBS - yes there are many refer to manual and/or source LED equivalents

Do people think the ART pipes would be quieter than berk decat pipes..?

Liking that blue on the zed though...

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/renault/renaultsport-megane/2004-renaultsport-megane-225-2-0t-x84/3330209

cheaper on insurance? http://www.pistonhea...i-coils/3643550 http://www.pistonhea...---2007/3631445 http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/mazda/rx-8/mazda-rx-8-rx-8-231ps-2005/3269978

or on a more serious note for the money.. http://www.pistonhea...---2006/3639187 http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/subaru/legacy/subaru-legacy-gt-turbo--fujitsubo-exhaust/3609708

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RELIANT-REGAL-SUPERVAN-3-ROBIN-3-WHEELER-DEL-BOY-VAN-DRIVES-SUPERBLY-/321643483329?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4ae37210c1

Links? +1 though. http://halloffame.hooters.com/

Sorry gents, those photos go nowhere near t'intenet..! I'm in Croxley Green Damiian, wasn't me out and about today..

Nice one Shezza.. Although I quite like the idea of exploring this: I'm going to have a look at the ring inside the gaiter.. if it's something that can be removed easily, sourcing something like a plastic pulley the same size as the base of the new knob.. basically to re-create what has been done for the OEM knob but smaller to suit new, cable tidy gaiter like existing to create a new diameter creating a seamless transition between the two..... Failing that if there are too many head scratches occur then i'll give Beavis a shout!

Just a quick one out of curiosity more than anything else... If i set an album to private on photobucket, will my image urls still work when posting to this forum? If i post images on this forum will they, regardless, still crop up on google in various searches..?

Any thoughts on this one gents? Remove plastic ring and neaten up with cable tidy?

There are some what i call 'Yorky bar' speed humps local to me. They have been in our local news because they seem too harsh, steep, high. Problem being they're steep and not wide enough so your wheels are still at road level and the yorky bar can readily rip anything hanging down low. I avoid this road now, so I feel your pain. Be interested to see what the regs are too.. Whilst searching just found this news article.. which would be welcomed by all of us I'm sure! http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/8568183/The-end-of-the-speed-hump.html

PM'd to add myself to the queue..!

Thanks gents, this looks pretty tidy for the bucks.. Do you have any photos of the install in daytime per chance..? What do you think an installer would charge to fit this..?

Hi all, Audio is most definitely not my strong point so thought i'd ask you guys for a little guidance. Have had a little scoot around but totally lost for the direction to go. Want to replace the standard head unit, needs to at least do the following: - be a very neat and simple, flush looking install with a neat frame, don't like lots of big buttons, a simple line is preferred, big screen. - cd/radio, have a windows phone not iphone and an old style ipod touch, i guess as much functionality for the budget is the aim - i won't be upgrading speakers at this stage, maybe later - want all the steering functions to work - have existing blue tooth but if unit has this then i guess this is down to install to sort which one is in control, remove old? - have existing nissan sat nav so due to costs and using phone not bothered about this at the moment although don't really use the nissan I use my phone instead - budget 250-350 including head unit any wiring and fitting items - not even sure if that is possible..? Not even sure the brands to avoid and the ones to try and go for.. Any views and opinions welcomed, things i need to clarify to choose etc..

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