Found the rattle that z350z mentioned!

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08-26-2002 | 06:02 AM

aggie300zx

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Found the rattle that z350z mentioned!

I also heard the same type noise that "z350z" posted earlier about the glass/glass metal type grind or rattle. I had a passenger hunt it down for me and what she found was the clip where the passenger visor snaps into place rattles. If you apply pressure on it, sound is gone, likewise if you flip the visor down no rattle. Needless to say I will be taking it in to the dealer in the morning to have looked at...just thought I would pass this along.

Hopefully this is an isolated problem.

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08-26-2002 | 06:15 AM

jtree007

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I wish I could atleast experence the rattle.... NO z for me yet... But this is intresting... I wonder if this is a batch problem, early vin problem or it is going to be an ongoing problem.

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08-26-2002 | 06:18 AM

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It's all in the design... the fix? Modified design or preventative measures.

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08-26-2002 | 06:28 AM

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No rattle for me.

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08-26-2002 | 06:47 AM

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Isn't there a production date somewhere in your cars?

Someone post, then we'll compare.

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08-26-2002 | 07:19 AM

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Yeah! I heard the same rattle too!

My friggen piggy bank waiting to be craked open to pay for my Z that I don't have yet.
You make me so jealous!

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08-26-2002 | 11:41 AM

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my head is rattling

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08-26-2002 | 12:14 PM

z350z

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Tracked it down!

Ahh! I tracked it down further -- it's coming from the passenger-side visor itself. You can test it by unclipping the visor and tapping it; you will hear the same rattle/vibration sound. If you flip up the vanity mirror cover (so the light comes on), it doesn't happen. I think it's caused by the metal contacts used to form the switch that turns the little light on when the cover is opened. (You can see this if you pop off the cover over the light).

I will ask the dealer about getting a replacement visor.

Anyone else notice this?

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08-26-2002 | 04:20 PM

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other rattle

I've also heard there is a potential rattle issue with the passenger seat belt. The solution was to "clip" the belt to some sort of hook or catch designed to secure it when not in use. Anyone experience that?

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08-26-2002 | 06:33 PM

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Rattle/buzz

I notice a rattle/buzz sound as well. Most of the time it happens at freeway speeds, and when you go over a bump. Have not tracked it down yet, but will try the visor.

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08-26-2002 | 06:36 PM

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Re: other rattle

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Originally posted by stemenc
I've also heard there is a potential rattle issue with the passenger seat belt. The solution was to "clip" the belt to some sort of hook or catch designed to secure it when not in use. Anyone experience that?

How have you experienced the rattle? You're in VA right? As far as I know, no Z's have been delivered yet, unless you work with NNA...

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08-26-2002 | 06:40 PM

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Thanks for further details on that z350z. I'm going into the dealer at noon today and will hopefully update folks more when I get back as to what their solution is.

Thanks again!

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08-26-2002 | 06:42 PM

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No rattle for me either.

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08-26-2002 | 11:24 PM

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Re: Re: other rattle

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Originally posted by Hedonist

How have you experienced the rattle? You're in VA right? As far as I know, no Z's have been delivered yet, unless you work with NNA...

I haven't experienced it, rather this is something I remember reading somewhere (though I can't recall the source), so I thought I'd ask.

Incidentally, my dealer called me today (Brown's Fairfax) and told me I could stop by and see one they were prepping for delivery. Apparently, the buyer will be picking it up tonight or tomorrow, so I guess they are in NOVA now. I am going to try and stop by tonight. I spoke with the Rosenthal dealer (Tysons Corner) over the weekend and they said they would be getting their first deliveries this week.

- Chris

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08-26-2002 | 11:29 PM

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I ordered mine from Rosenthal... so I suppose I better start rummaging through my couch cushions for change...

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08-27-2002 | 12:04 AM

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I ordered mine from Rosenthal... so I suppose I better start rummaging through my couch cushions for change...

You should be getting yours soon, right? I didn't get my order placed until March 9th, and then they tried to tell me there was a mix up, so I think the actual order might have been placed months later. They have said my car won't be delivered until December. Bummer - she will be going straight to the garage practically. What's even more depressing is that I really can't hold on to my current Z, so I have to sell her. Already getting prepared for that withdrawal.

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08-27-2002 | 12:11 AM

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I received a confirmation fax from NNA a few days after I ordered mine... I originally went to Brown's, but their salesman had an error on his sheet that said the Track model only came in AT... I ended up arguing with him, and he refused to believe me when I told him that the Track model only came in a 6 speed... what an idiot...

Regardless, I'm confident mine will arrive this week since my VIN is in the mid-700s...

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08-27-2002 | 01:05 AM

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That's great! I have not been overly impressed with Brown's Nissan thus far on this deal. The guy you talked to was probably Jerry. He is no longer with the company, apparently. I don't know what my order number is, though I imagine it's tied to the package number? Mine is W180156 - which seems fairly high compared to others, especially those who ordered in March when I "thought" I did. This just further solidifies my belief that they messed up my order and submitted my current one sometime in July. What's funny is just days before I heard about the push off to Nov/Dec delivery, I was told (by Jerry) that my car would be ready in mid to early August. Sounds like a number of people on this forum went through the same run around. I just hope they get the car specs right!

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08-27-2002 | 01:16 AM

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Quote:

Originally posted by Hedonist
I originally went to Brown's, but their salesman had an error on his sheet that said the Track model only came in AT... I ended up arguing with him, and he refused to believe me when I told him that the Track model only came in a 6 speed... what an idiot...

Haha! I saw that same sheet when I ordered mine three days ago. (Silverstone Track) The dealer sheet said 5AT by the Track. I set him straight and he was smart enough (or knowlegable enough) not to argue with me. Oh, this'll kill you: MSRP, delivery in 90 days. Central Carolina Nissan, Sanford, NC.

One other thing - when i configured my Track on Nissan's web site the printout said it would have the leather, power seats, and upgraded stereo! I wish that were true, but I know it isn't!

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08-27-2002 | 04:21 AM

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I just got back from the dealership. They showed me a chrome silver touring w/ 18s. What a beautiful machine. The new fella working the Z orders says our shipments appear to be ahead of schedule. He guessed my car would arrive late September/early October. I didn't take his word, but it would be a pleasant surprise.

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