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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 07:39 AM
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Smile DYI 100k maintenance

i just did a 100k maintenance on my 04' and just figured i'd post all the links and instructions that i used all in one thread just in case others are looking at doing the same. not all maintenance is for 100k but for typical mileage as well.
here is the FSM Main directory: http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/350Z/
here is the link for all the oils and filters i used: Amsoil
http://www.amsoil.com/mygarage/Produ.../DATSUN+350Z+2
or call billy hes my oil hook up. he'll work with you on getting the best prices 210-678-9354 tell him you know Robert.

oil change - self explanatory

differential and transmission change
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https://my350z.com/forum/engine-driv...on-oil-10.html

belts -
https://my350z.com/forum/engine-driv...very-easy.html
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FSM: http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/350Z/coupe/2004.5/em.pdf
FSM: http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/350Z/coupe/2004.5/fwd.pdf

Coolant flush:

http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/350Z/coupe/2004.5/co.pdf
http://crackaddict.com/~flynn/howtos...amco.howto.htm

power steering flush:
https://my350z.com/forum/engine-driv...ng-cooler.html
http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/350Z/coupe/2004.5/ps.pdf
and a few tips for JasonZ-YA (thanks homie)
now, when you go to fill it back up:
** best to have a friend help you to "WATCH"
1. reconnect the line at the oem power steering cooler.
2. fill the system back up best you can at the reservoir. pour it slowly so it fills as much as possible.
3. once it wont take any more, with the reservoir cap OFF, turn the key, but turn the key just enough to get the belts to move, DO NOT TURN ON THE CAR!!!....

with a friend "watching" the reservoir, he will see that ALL The damn fluid will SUCK into the system and it will be empty at the reservoir once again..due to the belts turning the power steering pump and pushing fluid into the system.

4. Repeat step 3 a few times.

5. Once filled and staying full at the reservoir you can turn the car on. There should be NO power steering pump "whine" noise. and turn the wheel left to right to full lock and make sure you or your friend are "watching" to see that fluid is full in the reservoir at all times.......

(whine noise will come when the reservoir/pump is dry)

6. once all is well and system is FULL, put the cap back on and your done.

TIP: you can drive the front wheels onto two kitchen plastic cutting boards to help the "turn the wheel" portion in step 5, so the pump doesn't work so hard and no whine occurs. - the plastic kitchen boards act as anti skid plates and make it easier to turn the wheel versus on concrete driveway.

Spark plugs -
https://my350z.com/forum/engine-driv...huge-pics.html

Brakes - i already knew what to do. so if someone knows the link feel free to post it. but i used EBC red stuff pads and dimpled and slotted rotors. at the time this was one of the cheapest places i found with FREE shipping. i got them like in 3 days even over the holidays. NON-brembo
http://www.autopartsdealer.com/ebc_r...m_medium=email
http://www.autopartsdealer.com/ebc_r...m_medium=email

other side items: hatch shocks pm JasonZ-YA. he helped me out.
BG 44k flue system cleaner
i also did other stuff while the car was on jack stands. knock out all you can at one time.
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 07:57 AM
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thanks, that should help out people. just looking for one of those links
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 08:13 AM
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Good infos, hanks for a complete package on what to do. No pics?
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 08:55 AM
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GREAT JOB man! This is going to come in hand for myself and many others! All this information in one place is great!!!
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 09:14 AM
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Kinda' looks like the stuff listed here.... https://my350z.com/forum/maintenance...intenance.html
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 10:47 AM
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bookmarked
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by huyrua
Good infos, hanks for a complete package on what to do. No pics?
brickyard thats what the links are for they have all the pic's. no time for pics, work, work, work...this was a solo install, no team install like the good old days.
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by DavesZ#3
Kinda' looks like the stuff listed here.... https://my350z.com/forum/maintenance...intenance.html
true that but its never bad to have enough information. and thanks for adding the brake links. TEAM WORK!!!!

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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by importpunisher
brickyard thats what the links are for they have all the pic's. no time for pics, work, work, work...this was a solo install, no team install like the good old days.
You and I should have a mini memorial 210VQZ meet.
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by huyrua
You and I should have a mini memorial 210VQZ meet.
with strippers to take pics with the cars and ronnie just watching during the installs..haha. na he put in wrench time. pm me your number. i asked ronnie if u still had those 2 motorcycles. some guy at work wants a bike.
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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Tiffany's on Thursday. I miss those days.

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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 01:34 PM
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well i say we rally up the old team and bring back Tiffany thursday's. im sure all of our maintenance schedule's say its time for some $5 lap dances!!!
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Old Dec 13, 2010 | 01:37 PM
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Let's do it. Call me. I'll rally up the gang. $5LapDance FTW.
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Old Dec 14, 2010 | 11:57 AM
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gratsi!
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