What did you do to your Sedan today?
April 21st I cleaned the interior and engine bay with 303 interior cleaner and Sprayway interior detailer high gloss spray. I do think 303 is better than the Chemical Guys interior cleaner. I don't care much about the scents of the Chemical Guys products. Also, the sprayway high gloss spray does a fantastic job making things look fresh. I would suggest wiping it all down after spraying, though.
I also cleaned my dash with WD-40 and applied D3 RENEW PROTECT because I noticed my dash gets sticky when left in the sun (even through ceramic tint).
(Those of you who are cultured will appreciate something extra, but at least one mod won't appreciate it, lol.)
I detail my car all the time, but I detailed it on April 25th for a road trip I was going to take.
The car also lied to me about the MPG during my trip. I reset the fuel economy when washing the car the day before, and it claimed I had 29.8 MPG on E85. I calculated the fuele economy myself and it was 20.8 MPG...
Before leaving for my road trip, I changed my oil. After getting back, I received the latest BlackStone report...
I also cleaned my dash with WD-40 and applied D3 RENEW PROTECT because I noticed my dash gets sticky when left in the sun (even through ceramic tint).
(Those of you who are cultured will appreciate something extra, but at least one mod won't appreciate it, lol.)
I detail my car all the time, but I detailed it on April 25th for a road trip I was going to take.
The car also lied to me about the MPG during my trip. I reset the fuel economy when washing the car the day before, and it claimed I had 29.8 MPG on E85. I calculated the fuele economy myself and it was 20.8 MPG...
Before leaving for my road trip, I changed my oil. After getting back, I received the latest BlackStone report...
Most effective for steering wheels and tight trim I found is the colourlock foam sponge or a soft detailing brush. Spray the product into the sponge and agitate the surface. When done, can wash and reuse them.
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/produ...ge-applicators
For larger areas I recommend the microfiber sponges, again just spray into the sponge and agitate the surface.
Then once done cleaning, I always try to use a 500 gsm towel that is slightly damp with distilled water to wipe the product residue away, and then another drying towel to wipe the surface dry.
I use to condition leather, but stopped doing it a while ago as it just makes the surface shiny and attract debris. Even products that claim to leave a matte finish, always seem to darken the leather or give it shine. In my experience the LVP cleaner has been the best I have tried. I made a post about it here.
https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...er-3d-lvp.html
I used it on my Q not too long ago and it cleaned the seats and interior up nice.
Last edited by Krzysztof47; May 9, 2024 at 10:43 AM.
I also wanted to share, I found this merchant on eBay selling vinyl and leather replacement sections for the G.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/29564602875...&segname=11051
https://www.ebay.com/itm/29564602875...&segname=11051
Today I had the coolant system flushed, with a new thermostat installed.
And I had the shop swap out my Z1 Motorsports polyurethane transmission mount for the OEM mount. It's been 6 years, and I'm done with the NVH. It was right for me a few years ago, but now I want things toned down a little. This did the trick.
I'll be selling the Z1 mount here on the forum shortly.
And I had the shop swap out my Z1 Motorsports polyurethane transmission mount for the OEM mount. It's been 6 years, and I'm done with the NVH. It was right for me a few years ago, but now I want things toned down a little. This did the trick.
I'll be selling the Z1 mount here on the forum shortly.
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Today I had the coolant system flushed, with a new thermostat installed.
And I had the shop swap out my Z1 Motorsports polyurethane transmission mount for the OEM mount. It's been 6 years, and I'm done with the NVH. It was right for me a few years ago, but now I want things toned down a little. This did the trick.
I'll be selling the Z1 mount here on the forum shortly.
And I had the shop swap out my Z1 Motorsports polyurethane transmission mount for the OEM mount. It's been 6 years, and I'm done with the NVH. It was right for me a few years ago, but now I want things toned down a little. This did the trick.
I'll be selling the Z1 mount here on the forum shortly.
I put the stock brakes, wheels, intakes, and suspension back on the 09. I am just waiting for a new Y pipe as the stock one is rusty and has holes in it. Going to continue taking off some small odds and ends today. Once the y pipe comes I will be listing it for sale. I also have some 2.75-inch intakes for sale and am about to list the BBK.
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i just drove to LA (Woodland Hills) from San Diego, through Irvine with a return trip which exposed me to “rush hour” in LA, OC and San Diego; really warm day as well. I could have flown to Texas in less time than it took me to get home. Entire trip was just a hair under 300 miles, but I still averaged over 25mpg. I don’t understand how many of the folks on the Reddit sub average 8-12.
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Today I sold the 2009 G37XS for $9,500. Sad to see it go. I put almost 40k miles on that car in a year and a half. But it's a big relief, it was stressing me out having 2 cars.
I also got a piece of John's legendary car. I bought his trans mount. It looked like it wasn't even installed. That clean. lol On to the 6mt!
I also got a piece of John's legendary car. I bought his trans mount. It looked like it wasn't even installed. That clean. lol On to the 6mt!
Today I sold the 2009 G37XS for $9,500. Sad to see it go. I put almost 40k miles on that car in a year and a half. But it's a big relief, it was stressing me out having 2 cars.
I also got a piece of John's legendary car. I bought his trans mount. It looked like it wasn't even installed. That clean. lol On to the 6mt!
I also got a piece of John's legendary car. I bought his trans mount. It looked like it wasn't even installed. That clean. lol On to the 6mt!
It's just a car, and I'm just an old suburban dad who's DD turned into a garage queen.Umm, thank you, Josh. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the new mount over in your build thread.
Last edited by Rochester; May 17, 2024 at 07:27 PM.