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Feb 26, 2014, 01:45 PM
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OP What exactly went wrong with your steering...

OP What exactly went wrong with your steering rack?
Dec 27, 2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,541
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Im not sure but I think the SPL solid bushings...

Im not sure but I think the SPL solid bushings will require the removal of the subframe and a press to push in the bushing. You dont need a press to install the Whitelines. Cutting and removing the...
Dec 6, 2013, 04:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,242
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Exactly what he said ^^

Exactly what he said ^^
Dec 5, 2013, 02:21 PM
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Views: 11,707
Posted By Q8y_drifter

My friend has the Invidia catback on his G35...

My friend has the Invidia catback on his G35 sedan. The quality is very good especially for the relatively low price, however I feel it does not capture the VQ note as well as most other catbacks and...
Dec 4, 2013, 04:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,707
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Review: ARK Grip Cat Back Exhaust

Well since i just installed this a couple days back I figured I'd post a preliminary review of my experience with it so far.

Fit and finish
The exhaust looked great on the outside. Nice polished...
Dec 4, 2013, 03:18 AM
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Views: 31,541
Posted By Q8y_drifter

2ndgen, before I did this I didn't notice much...

2ndgen, before I did this I didn't notice much except a very faint loose feeling in the rear. The best way to describe it is kinda like worn drive train parts where there was just a bit too much...
Oct 19, 2013, 07:41 AM
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Posted By Q8y_drifter

Make sure the car is level when draining and...

Make sure the car is level when draining and filling the diff.
Fill in as much tranny oil as you drained. Then go through the gears and check the level with the dipstick to make sure it's good.
Oct 19, 2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,541
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Drove the car up and down the street today. No...

Drove the car up and down the street today. No noticeable noise or anything. Rear end felt much more solid. I didn't accelerate hard but I can tell the transmission of power is MUCH better and more...
Oct 18, 2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,541
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Well I'm done with the install. Here's a...

Well I'm done with the install.

Here's a couple more pics I took along the way>

Factory bushing after cutting with a sawzall

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Oct 17, 2013, 05:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 21,354
Posted By Q8y_drifter

vqsmile, how's that CRC diff fluid treating you?...

vqsmile, how's that CRC diff fluid treating you? It's one of the few GL-5 rated diff fluids available here. I couldn't find any of the synthetic stuff like Redline, Valvoline, etc. Dealer wanted...
Oct 17, 2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,541
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Whiteline diff bushing install

Figured I'd post pics while I'm doing the bushings.

My rear diff bushing took a crap on me a couple years back. I was just out of warranty and dealer wanted insane $$ to replace the whole frickin...
Oct 17, 2013, 04:40 PM
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Views: 43,701
Posted By Q8y_drifter

My friend and I have the exact same problem (Both...

My friend and I have the exact same problem (Both 08 G35 sedans). 5-7K LED either is on, off or flickering. We've actually had this issue for over a year now but I haven't driven the car much the...
Oct 16, 2013, 02:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,240
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Direct ignition means the engine has coilpacks...

Direct ignition means the engine has coilpacks for the spark plugs rather than a distributor.
Oct 7, 2013, 03:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,337
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Check your driveshaft u-joints, rubber couplers...

Check your driveshaft u-joints, rubber couplers and center bearing. Also check your tranny mounts while you're down there.
Oct 7, 2013, 03:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,621
Posted By Q8y_drifter

GCC spec radiators are identical. No difference...

GCC spec radiators are identical. No difference whatsoever.
Forum: V36 DIY
Jun 20, 2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 609
Views: 290,355
Posted By Q8y_drifter

They're the same thing.

They're the same thing.
Forum: V36 DIY
Jun 19, 2013, 11:55 AM
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Views: 290,355
Posted By Q8y_drifter

This may be the part you're looking for >> ...

This may be the part you're looking for >>
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May 22, 2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,152
Posted By Q8y_drifter

If you are referring to the G's weight and...

If you are referring to the G's weight and dimensions as being the flaws then you are correct, compared to a Z34 it's a pig which is why I added "other than size/weight".
May 20, 2013, 09:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,152
Posted By Q8y_drifter

The V36 shares the same...

The V36 shares the same chassis/subframes/suspension/drivetrain as the Z34. Other than weight/size, I don't quite understand what "significant fatal flaws" exist that renders this car absolutely...
Apr 16, 2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,266
Posted By Q8y_drifter

You have a V35 coupe?

You have a V35 coupe?
Feb 5, 2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,904
Posted By Q8y_drifter

I have the Akebono BBK and I just replaced my...

I have the Akebono BBK and I just replaced my original Akebono pads with Stop Tech SP pads. I also turned my rotors at the same time. To be honest I was expecting slightly better performance in...
Jan 29, 2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,707
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Can't he fill it up to the lower guesstimate,...

Can't he fill it up to the lower guesstimate, start the engine, engage all gears and check the level on the dipstick?
Jan 5, 2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,286
Posted By Q8y_drifter

Interior wood trim peeling?!!

Has anyone had this happen to them before?

The wood trim is peeling on 3 of 4 doors (all except driver). It looks like the trim is deforming in certain areas causing it to peel off the glue of...
Dec 16, 2012, 11:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,673
Posted By Q8y_drifter

I don't see the need to overbore if you have the...

I don't see the need to overbore if you have the choice to go with stock size pistons.
Nov 27, 2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,668
Posted By Q8y_drifter

V36 sedan section...

V36 sedan section...
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