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Infiniti G35 Accessories and Modifications
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I'll phone around a couple of places today, there are 2 certified installers within a 5 mile radius of where I live, but didn't see my actual dealer listed as a certified installer, so definitely a question I'll be asking them.
If I end up getting the kit from g35parts.com (for the 07 Sedan) I may have to try the antenna near the rear window and see how it goes. Otherwise, I can try to place it on the roof (or try to install the "shark fin" antenna if possible)...
On a different topic, where did you place the antenna when you installed Sirius? How is the reception?
A salesperson is R&S Strauss told me that no car covers are waterproof. i've checked the infiniti website, but they want $250.
any suggestions?
Also, if you still have the instructions can you forward them to me? My email is smartbot (at) graytext.com
kc
kc
The 3M protection will protect your car from those little pebbles which cause small chips in paint.
Anything larger than that can cause damage to the car, or to the layer itself.
I've seen rocks hit that were large enough to damage the 3M file, but not the car's finish beneath... it causes a bubble or indent in the film.
This portion of the film can be removed, with the use of a heat gun, and a new film can then be replaced.
The film can be on for years, and once removed, you'll never know it was there, assuming you keep your car clean.
Letting dirt sit on the seam's edge for years may cause an affect on the non-protected paint so once the film is removed, you'd see where the edge once was.
The beauty of this product is that it protects the car's paint, and accepts the damage while protecting... and it can be removed and replaced when necessary.
The film replacement is a whole lot cheaper and less invasive than having a hood or bumper repainted.
Scott, how do you keep the seam edge clean so that it's not noticeable?
kc
I wash, wax, clay, seal, etc.
The important thing to remember is to be gentle with the edge.
Do not wax against it, but with it.
I'm very careful not to allow the clay to rub against any edge, and the same for applying wax.
Removal of wax is done with the edge and not against it.
Also, all washing, waxing, claying, sealing, etc should be in motions that run in straight lines, front to back... not in circular motions (Mr. Miyagi -Karate Kid- was a detailing idiot)
The problem with this method is that when running in straight lines, you run against the edge of the film.
For this reason, I treat the edges separately, and then treat the car.
Keep the edges clean, and it will never peel and will be almost impossible to detect from more than a few feet away.
If you lack a steady hand or worry about accidental edge hits, you can use painter's blue tape and set it on gently so just the films edges are covered.
You can then clay or wax, and when done, remove the tape.
On a side note, did you clay your car after the delivery from the dealer or did you wait sometime before doing that?
kc
I picked my car up on a Tuesday and detailed it the following Saturday.
I'm also using the Zaino line, and give it the full treatment twice a year.
On top of the Zaino, I wax (around once a month)
Only issue with wax on top of Zaino is that if you want to apply more Zaino, you need to start from scratch, which some people refuce to do.
I Zaino twice a yr, once in the Spring and once in the Fall
kc
Zaino is amazing, but the car takes on a whole new look once you have the completed Zaino treatment, and then give it a few coats of wax.
WHAT A DIFFERENCE!
Dawn
Clay
Wash
Dry
Z-5
Z-6
Z-2
Z-6
Z-2
Z-6
Z-2
Z-6
Wax
Wax
Wax
Obvisously, dress tires & wax wheels as well.
Then...cry while observing it's beauty.
(I have issues, I know)
If I was to go with something other than OEM, I'd go with Weathertech (www.weathertech.com)
I have their trunk liner for the G and it's super high quality.
It kills me that I'm struggling to afford an Infiniti G35 & you can't even spell it.
But it would be great to discuss it here - lots of folks stand to benefit that way.
Let me see if I can fin d the link here at work.
I may need to post this from home if I cant find it here.
There's a company that sells color matching plugs to fill those holes.
Lemme look!
Color Coded Bumper Plugs
Try every other corner!!!
Seriously... go to 3M's website and search for a certified installer.
In So Cal, you'll most likely find quite a few.
You can then call around for the best prices.
Certified instaler search
Thanks Again
Sound about right????
I paid $695 for the hood, entire front bumper and lower spoiler, fenders and mirrors... and that was after talking the installer down $100-.
I approved the post and went to respond, but the webpage was acting screwy and I lost the post.
Whoever it was... hit me with an email so I can help.
You can email me right through carspace (assuming it works) or to the email address in my carspace profile.
Thanks!
The parts cost me $195 (shipped) and took about 2 hours to complete the install. It was my first time pulling airbags and steering wheels, so I took my time. I could probably do it again in less than a half hour.
I highly recommend this mod.
It's cheap, fairly easy, and adds a little more fun to this already incredible ride.
I posted a couple of pictures that I snapped quickly during the install. Once I get her all cleaned up, I'll get some better shots posted.
I now have exactly what I wanted.... a G35x with paddles!.
Ya, I know... the 08x Sport... but I wasn't about to trade in and take a financial smack just for paddles. :P
http://www.carspace.com/scottm123/Albums/Paddles/
Where'd you order the parts from? I don't need paddle shifters myself but it would be nice to know a good place to order OEM parts from.
kc
Members of G35Driver get a great discount by contacting Jason in the parts dept.
I bought one and it fits perfectly.
BTW, Jason left Riverside... contact Tony if you need something.
I'm dyin' here.... I can't find a decent place to get this stuff done, not in my Central MA area anyway.
Best I've found so far is $225 for a 35% Dye-Metal film which is known for cutting FM Reception on cars with antennas built into the windows.
Anyone in the area get Ceramic tints? Where did you go??? :confuse:
Z
I may be in for a long day cause I really wanna get it done.
I'm also in the market for Huper... which is $125 more than the second quote I got, which is also ceramic but another brand.
Z
I'm interested in the Huper more than any other brand and willing to spend the extra dough for a great product, but I hear the look is different than other tints.
I've heard it's bluer than most and that it allows more light in... and doesn't look as dark, even with the same % rating.
I'm in MA and can go no darker than 35%. I know that isn't too dark, but I also know that some tints appear darker than others visually.
Thoughts?
Your task will be to find a dealer. Why not contact Huper via their website & see if they would send you some small, representative samples of the product - don't know if they would but it might be worth a try.
Z