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Old 10-15-2011 | 04:26 PM
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I roll down the windows with the key, every time, then get in. I always turn the key two clicks and let all the beeping commence before I actually start the engine. Then I take the microfiber cloth off the shift **** to see how hot it is. If it's a 1-4 on the heat scale I'll drive as is; if it's a 5-surface of the sun then I put the microfiber back on top and drive with it on there.

When I park I make sure I'm in neutral by Shakin it like a salt shaker about a million times. Then wipe down the shift **** and steering wheel. Parking brake, roll up windows, lock doors. Make sure I have my keys, get out, close door.
Old 10-15-2011 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by JP Choquette
A while back my girlfriend and I were out for dinner. It started to rain and the waitress told us there was hail coming. I paid the bill and told my girlfriend I'd pick her up - then ran to the car in the rain.

An older couple thought I was very gallant for offering to go get the car, but my girlfriend pointed out to them that I didn't want her to get the inside of the car wet.

God love her - she get's it.
^ lol. I usually check for dongs if an A-hole parks real close
Old 10-15-2011 | 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by DiZeaZed
^ lol. I usually check for dongs if an A-hole parks real close
Ok so you come out to your car. There is another vehicle parked within 18". You tracked down the driver. He is an *******. You checked to see if he had a dick. Now what?
Old 10-16-2011 | 10:37 AM
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1.check for dings and scratches
2.get in turn ignition listen for fuel pump to stop
3.play with the gears and clutch for some reason
4.start and monitor gauges
5.let the car warm up until idle drops below 1000 and listen to my exhaust
6 backout cautiously and be on my marry way
Old 10-16-2011 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by winchman
Weird, but probably not as weird as driving 7000+ miles without going over 3000 rpms.
why would you?
Old 10-16-2011 | 10:43 AM
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i had a slow oil leak once when i was installing my turbo. it has been fixed for months now but still everytime before i start the car i get under and look to make sure there is no drops of oil..
Old 10-25-2011 | 12:55 AM
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I watch this Video on my iphone before I head out. Aww blissful NA induction noises.

http://www.youtube.com/user/nissansp.../1/z4XgPqEX2hs

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Old 10-25-2011 | 02:14 AM
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-I just startup up the car, idle for a couple minutes and listen to the nice growl from the exhaust at coldstart. mmmmm, Beautiful.

-I'm very very particular about my seating position. I adjust the seat up to the smallest
millimeter just to get that perfect, most comfortable posture.

-Shift the gear turn the wheel out of the parking lot, Gas... Ahhhhh, love it.
Old 10-25-2011 | 04:49 AM
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1) remote start Z
2) take her out of the CarCoon
3) re zip up the car coon so that no nature of things get in (SPIDERS)
4) WHIP the Z up my nice paved Street!

1) bring Z to the point of re backing into the Car Coon
2) un Zip Car Coon, and Plug in Fans
3) back in Z, and pop hood to plug in Trickle Charger
4) Zip it all up and Blow a kiss good Night!

LOL!

to get an idea this is where she sleeps.
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Old 10-25-2011 | 11:44 PM
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^Carcoon inside a tent. That's awesome. hehe!
Old 10-26-2011 | 03:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 350Zdj
^Carcoon inside a tent. That's awesome. hehe!
Old 10-26-2011 | 08:21 PM
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I chalk clap before getting in my car...
Old 10-27-2011 | 09:55 AM
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besides making sure I fart outside and air out b4 sitting down in my Z to reduce toxic gas... I usually run my hand across its fender to see if I need to wash and wax my car again
Old 10-27-2011 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by sevensinz79
besides making sure I fart outside and air out b4 sitting down in my Z to reduce toxic gas... I usually run my hand across its fender to see if I need to wash and wax my car again

Clay Bar it!
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