Trev-the-Rev Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I'm guessing that this might be something to do with having just had my Nismo rear spoiler fitted, but when I press the tailgate release button now it doesn't fully disengage. Anybody had this problem and what or is there a remedy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I'm guessing that this might be something to do with having just had my Nismo rear spoiler fitted, but when I press the tailgate release button now it doesn't fully disengage. Anybody had this problem and what or is there a remedy? 100% due to the extra weight mate. Try the 2p trick (insert 2p coins at the bottom of the black springy things attached to the boot) that could help. Also get rid of the extra weight bolted on the tailgate (access it by removing the plastic cover and you'll see it easily. Lastly, get your delaler (if the car is under warranty) to mount uprated boot struts like I have done... Nismo spoiler is an official item Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I'm guessing that this might be something to do with having just had my Nismo rear spoiler fitted, but when I press the tailgate release button now it doesn't fully disengage. Anybody had this problem and what or is there a remedy? 100% due to the extra weight mate. Try the 2p trick (insert 2p coins at the bottom of the black springy things attached to the boot) that could help. Also get rid of the extra weight bolted on the tailgate (access it by removing the plastic cover and you'll see it easily. Lastly, get your delaler (if the car is under warranty) to mount uprated boot struts like I have done... Nismo spoiler is an official item +1 Counterweight would be the first point of call Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 Thanks guys. I'll try removing the weight you refer to first if and when it stops raining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickya Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 If you can take off tailgate trim without breaking a few plastic rivet/clips your a magician!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I'm a magician :teeth: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 If you can take off tailgate trim without breaking a few plastic rivet/clips your a magician!! Need a trim removal tool. I got one of these bad boys off fleabay for a fiver I learnt this after trying to remove some trim to fit the carpc and broke a clip. Did the same panel again and it was a doddle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickya Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Nevr knew such a thing existed, I broke about 4!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I had my struts changed under warranty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Nevr knew such a thing existed, I broke about 4!! Neither did I until I found that there is a Nissan tool mentioned in the 350z service manual. Couldnt find a Nissan one, but that one does the trick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted August 21, 2007 Author Share Posted August 21, 2007 Just an update. I eventually got around to removing the counter weight in the tailgate today and the problem appears to be solved - thanks for the tip Val. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Just an update. I eventually got around to removing the counter weight in the tailgate today and the problem appears to be solved - thanks for the tip Val. Good stuff Break any clips? That tool I posted above worked a treat for me, had the whole of the rear interior out to put in 40sq/ft of Second Skin sound deadener and not one broken clip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted August 22, 2007 Author Share Posted August 22, 2007 No broken clips I took your advice and bought one of those tools for the vast sum of £4.70 - worth every penny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted August 22, 2007 Share Posted August 22, 2007 Good good, wouldnt want any broken clips and rattling panels afterwards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted August 22, 2007 Share Posted August 22, 2007 Just for the record. My GT4 needed replacement struts after 12 months as the tailgate wouldn't fully open due to the Nismo spoiler and that was a factory fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted August 22, 2007 Share Posted August 22, 2007 I'm guessing that this might be something to do with having just had my Nismo rear spoiler fitted, but when I press the tailgate release button now it doesn't fully disengage. Anybody had this problem and what or is there a remedy? 100% due to the extra weight mate. Try the 2p trick (insert 2p coins at the bottom of the black springy things attached to the boot) that could help. Also get rid of the extra weight bolted on the tailgate (access it by removing the plastic cover and you'll see it easily. Lastly, get your delaler (if the car is under warranty) to mount uprated boot struts like I have done... Nismo spoiler is an official item A few guys in the US have tried the penny trick, a few having put too many pennies in, and dented the hatch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkW Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Just for the record. My GT4 needed replacement struts after 12 months as the tailgate wouldn't fully open due to the Nismo spoiler and that was a factory fit Just had mine done and I havent even got a spoiler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmmackfc Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 Just for the record. My GT4 needed replacement struts after 12 months as the tailgate wouldn't fully open due to the Nismo spoiler and that was a factory fit Just had mine done and I havent even got a spoiler Mine were replaced 3 weeks after I got it..... only had 5000 miles on it when I picked her up. I first noticed the problem when it bloody hit me on the back of he head Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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