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Old Jun 25, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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I could be up for it tonight... nothing else going on. Gimme a ring if any of y'all go out.
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 07:35 PM
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I saw a carbon silver 350Z this afternoon on the way home. This was in Canton on M12. The guy went way out of his way to catch up and say nice car. I wish I had more than 1 sec to chat as the light turned and he was making a right. Could've had a future member.

Point is there are a lot of folks out there who probably have never heard of My350Z.com. It won't be long before we put together some GLZC flyers to pass out in parking lots, meets and on the street.
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Old Jun 29, 2010 | 03:14 AM
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Brian,

Once we have those fliers I will be passing them out all the time
There are tons of Z's on the West side!
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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 09:09 AM
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I just got my Godspeed Tru Dual Exhaust, I was wondering about how long will it take me to install it using jack stand?
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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 10:01 AM
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If its just catback, your bolts aren't rusted, and you have new gaskets....about 1.5 hrs
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 06:00 AM
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Originally Posted by ivansz
I just got my Godspeed Tru Dual Exhaust, I was wondering about how long will it take me to install it using jack stand?
Like Rob sortof suggested there.. soak the nuts/bolts with PB blaster or WD-40 the night before (or couple hours before).. Also use it in the rubber hangers to help get the stock muffler and mid-pipe out (these are a serious pain or next to impossible without some lube in there). ..and gaskets.. do it right the first time so you don't have to fix leaks later on..

1.5hr is probably a generous estimate if you have never done it before... and aren't experienced at all (not sure of your wrenching background)..

Good luck!
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 06:28 AM
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ive never done this before, but it looks easy and simple. im gonna work on it tom after work. wish me guys luck, and thanks for the replies!!
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 06:48 AM
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Make sure you have another ride in case you need to get something.
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 07:55 AM
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yeah i gotta go pick up my audi today my brother is using it. I think i got everything i need. what do i need beside new gaskets and bolts?
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 09:06 AM
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Tools?

I think most of those (OEM) are 14mm. and might need a 14mm for each side on some (or two 14mm at the same time).. might depend on how the aftermarket exhaust is.

Maybe red/orange liquid gasket if any of your gaskets get damaged or are incorrect..

Band-Aids hehe

but truthfully.. you never know what's going to happen - so always good to have other transportation if your car is in pieces and you need anything... (food?)
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 10:44 AM
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Agreed with the above
you will need 2X 14mm sockets/wrench
A 10mm and 12mm are also predominatly used on the Z as well... (FYI).
Another ride is essential, overall its easy

An adjustable wrench to get the stock muffler off the hangers is always a good idea as well otherwise pulling it off can be a real @#TCH.
The back two are a pain, as they are up in the rear of the car high.

Farmington is close so if you get stuck give me a call.
Tomorrow afternoon I am off work 1/2 day WOOT!.
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by thekinn
Tools?

I think most of those (OEM) are 14mm. and might need a 14mm for each side on some (or two 14mm at the same time).. might depend on how the aftermarket exhaust is.

Maybe red/orange liquid gasket if any of your gaskets get damaged or are incorrect..

Band-Aids hehe

but truthfully.. you never know what's going to happen - so always good to have other transportation if your car is in pieces and you need anything... (food?)
you're right, one time i was working on my old M3 and the car fall on me, thank good i had the tires under it. thanks alot for your help
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Datona Jess
Agreed with the above
you will need 2X 14mm sockets/wrench
A 10mm and 12mm are also predominatly used on the Z as well... (FYI).
Another ride is essential, overall its easy

An adjustable wrench to get the stock muffler off the hangers is always a good idea as well otherwise pulling it off can be a real @#TCH.
The back two are a pain, as they are up in the rear of the car high.

Farmington is close so if you get stuck give me a call.
Tomorrow afternoon I am off work 1/2 day WOOT!.
Ill keep that in mind, thanks Datona Jess!!
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 05:54 AM
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If I had the cashola, this would be all me right here, holy ****

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USvRF...ayer_embedded#!
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 01:50 PM
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To me, the Fast Intentions 370Z exhaust seems to sound better. Just my opinion.
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Old Jul 5, 2010 | 10:53 AM
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fast intentions ftw
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Old Jul 6, 2010 | 07:07 AM
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Never heard that kit. I just stumbled across this on youtube and immediately loved it.
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Old Jul 6, 2010 | 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by MikeNT256
Never heard that kit. I just stumbled across this on youtube and immediately loved it.
I like the Berk too, but the FI is even nicer. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hdeNtM9sn0
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Old Jul 6, 2010 | 11:22 AM
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If it sounds like that, i'd rather just go with Nismo. Plus, I don't like the mufflers sticking out like that underneath the bumper.
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Old Jul 6, 2010 | 12:03 PM
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^^ Not the best representational video. I suggest you just hear Lee's in person. BTW: Did you pick up a 370Z? I must have missed that. If so, congrats!
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