What did you do with your Z today? 🙋🏻‍♂️

[Who.Am.Eye.2716]

Just ticked over 200 miles. Washed it, applied two coats of wax and topped it off with a couple coats of C2V3 (ceramic spray). It's gleaming!!

What brand of wax? How long after applying wax do you add the topper?

I use McKees37 sealant. Never tried ceramic spray. I use Adams detail spray after every wash

 

[Ikazuchi6]

What brand of wax? How long after applying wax do you add the topper?

I use McKees37 sealant. Never tried ceramic spray. I use Adams detail spray after every wash

I actually use McKees37 as well. I usually use the C2V3 as a topper but I ran out awhile ago and keep forgetting to order some. I think it's a great combo.

 

[Ikazuchi6]

I love the C2V3 as a drying agent as well.

 

[Apex_Z]

What brand of wax? How long after applying wax do you add the topper?

I use McKees37 sealant. Never tried ceramic spray. I use Adams detail spray after every wash

Good ol' Turtle wax in the morning, c2v3 in the evening. I don't get too scientific with it, this is what has worked well for me in the past. I've read that it is actually not preferred to use the c2v3 over wax, and I have read opinions to the contrary. The detailer I trust told me to do it this way and I have never had any issues.

 

[Who.Am.Eye.2716]

Two questions, where do I get those ramps and where does one buy the splash guards? Are they an OEM dealer item?

This is where I buy my OEM parts

https://parts.nissanusa.com/v-2024-nissan-z--sport--3-0l-v6-gas/exterior--protection

 

[Who.Am.Eye.2716]

Good ol' Turtle wax in the morning, c2v3 in the evening. I don't get too scientific with it, this is what has worked well for me in the past. I've read that it is actually preferred to use the c2v3 instead of wax, and that it is not ideal to put it over wax, and I have read opinions to the contrary. The detailer I trust told me to do it this way and I have never had any issues.

I am not sold on Ceramic yet. I still prefer good old rub down with wax or sealant on the paint

I have tried 2 coats vs 1 coat of sealant/wax in the past. Honestly, never saw a difference in shine and it didnt last any longer. The detail spray did better to prolong the protection. I will have to try C2V3 on my next purchase of drying aid


Side note when applying 2 coats: The verdict from popular deailers opinion is that youre rubbing the old wax/sealant off to apply new wax/sealant in its place

 

[CPerdomo]

I had a "high end" detailer turn me on to it a few year back. He said it is the best wipe/buff to protect against sun and anything sticking to the paint. I used it on my 2016 Miata for track days and any rubber that would stick to the front of the car would just brush off. It is so good.

So you wax it first, and then apply the C2V3 (ceramic spray)? or can you just wash it and spray the C2V3?

 

[Apex_Z]

So you wax it first, and then apply the C2V3 (ceramic spray)? or can you just wash it and spray the C2V3?

From what I have read you can just go right on the paint with the c2v3, but I did a couple coats of wax first.

 

[Bluenoser]

I got the Race Ramps on amazon, you can get them from Race Ramps official site too. These are the 67" XT model. Nice and long so my air deflectors in front of the wheels or chin spoiler (in the front) don't scrape. Each one comes apart in 2 pieces for storage. They are super light plastic / foam / rubber composite material, these ones are perfect for the Z but kind of expensive.

The splash guards are in fact OEM, I got them from Z1 Motorsports but you should be able to order from a dealer too. I have seen them on other Z supplier sites as well.

Thanks for the info. Much appreciated! I just ordered the splash guards for front and rear. I didn't know there was such a thing for the Z. I have 25 mm wheel spacers and there is a bit too much tire poking out at the bottom of the body, so I'm hoping these will help everything blend a bit nicer.

 

[FSUZ33]

Got what we’re supposed to be low profile Rhinos Ramps years ago. Worked great for my 350’s but not even close on my NISMO. Skirt touches the ramp with the tire about 6-8” away (stock susp height). Would like to come up with a bridge solution. Seems simple, but afraid something will slip and the skirt will hit. They’ve slipped before climbing on. Quick Jack would suit really nice, but probably going to replace.

Thanks for the info @ZillaZ

 

[5amp5on]

Got what we’re supposed to be low profile Rhinos Ramps years ago. Worked great for my 350’s but not even close on my NISMO. Skirt touches the ramp with the tire about 6-8” away (stock susp height). Would like to come up with a bridge solution. Seems simple, but afraid something will slip and the skirt will hit. They’ve slipped before climbing on. Quick Jack would suit really nice, but probably going to replace.

Thanks for the info @ZillaZ

The race ramp website shows you where to measure your lowest point at the front and then input the measurements and they will show you the ramps what will work for your car.

That's what I did and it was perfect. Great product and quick shipping too.

 

[yellowz6mt]

Race ramps are sweet but not sure why so pricey...

 

[ZillaZ]

Race ramps are sweet but not sure why so pricey...

Because they are so sweet

I guess supply / demand? I mean I don't want to say they are the perfect ramp but they are darn near close to it.

 

[5amp5on]

Race ramps are sweet but not sure why so pricey...

Buy once cry once.

 

[CPerdomo]

What brand of wax? How long after applying wax do you add the topper?

I use McKees37 sealant. Never tried ceramic spray. I use Adams detail spray after every wash

I see another white Z in the back