Progress Report: Nismo V3 Kit Install on Roadster
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
Progress Report: Nismo V3 Kit Install on Roadster
In the beginning...
Plan of Attack:
1.) Rear Bumper - COMPLETED, 11/16/11
2.) OEM HR Hood - In Progress.
3.) Side Skirts - Stand-by.
4.) Front Bumper - Stand-by.
5.) Rear Spoiler? - Stand-by.
.
Plan of Attack:
1.) Rear Bumper - COMPLETED, 11/16/11
2.) OEM HR Hood - In Progress.
3.) Side Skirts - Stand-by.
4.) Front Bumper - Stand-by.
5.) Rear Spoiler? - Stand-by.
.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 20, 2011 at 04:57 PM. Reason: Added Info.
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
Authentic Nismo V3 bumper purchased from a local my350z.com Brother. Bumper was white in color. Needed it in Super Black, took it directly to Makito for paint. Below is bumper painted.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 14, 2011 at 07:48 AM.
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
OEM Nismo parts were used to install bumper. Parts Mayhem!!! Special thanks to Kenny@Duarte Nissan and Tom@Tustin Nissan.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 14, 2011 at 07:59 AM.
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
Interesting OEM rivets, used to secure corner bracket. The rivets had slits on side. When compressed, folded like an umbrella frame.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 14, 2011 at 07:53 AM.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
Awkward Fasteners - V3 bumper on vehicle. Having difficulty with awkward fastener.
Fender Liners -The rear fender liners were removed for R&R of bumpers. I rec. doing such so one can view the internal slide/side brackets, that they are correctly set during install. BTW, the liners are held in with 3 plastic clips, per side.....and are easy enough to remove.
Greddy Ti-C - My Greddy Ti-C bracket (off muffler/can), is hitting the lower diffuser. Tomorrow, I will look into either bending the factory exhuast hanger or the bracket off of the muffler. Torch. Will keep you posted.
Rear Bumper - While the bumper cover was removed, I painted the bumper. Sanded, primed, and hit with matte black paint.
Factory Bumper Styrofoam -Please note that the factory styrofoam (covers bumper) was not reinstalled. If installed, it would rub agains the mesh on the V3 bumper.
Fender Liners -The rear fender liners were removed for R&R of bumpers. I rec. doing such so one can view the internal slide/side brackets, that they are correctly set during install. BTW, the liners are held in with 3 plastic clips, per side.....and are easy enough to remove.
Greddy Ti-C - My Greddy Ti-C bracket (off muffler/can), is hitting the lower diffuser. Tomorrow, I will look into either bending the factory exhuast hanger or the bracket off of the muffler. Torch. Will keep you posted.
Rear Bumper - While the bumper cover was removed, I painted the bumper. Sanded, primed, and hit with matte black paint.
Factory Bumper Styrofoam -Please note that the factory styrofoam (covers bumper) was not reinstalled. If installed, it would rub agains the mesh on the V3 bumper.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 14, 2011 at 08:26 PM. Reason: Added info.
Thread Starter
Registered User
iTrader: (27)
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 390
Likes: 0
From: The OC, So Cal
The property has 2 F/T gardeners that make $25 per hr. I worked the armed EP detail as a private security contractor. Unfortunately, after 3 years, the contract ended. It was a nice run.
I see you are out in OH. Spent a few years in CLE, down the street from John Carroll. Man, I do not miss the cold weather.
I see you are out in OH. Spent a few years in CLE, down the street from John Carroll. Man, I do not miss the cold weather.
Last edited by John H.; Nov 15, 2011 at 07:40 AM.
who also studied to become an automotive tech? Eh eh eh? A son that saves you $