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#9586
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Lost my job on Thursday and my 10 years of Diff Bushing luck ran out on Saturday. When it rains it pours right?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
I had the Z1 bushing removal tool used for mine, but used an aftermarket rubber bushing.
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socketz67 (11-06-2023)
#9587
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Lost my job on Thursday and my 10 years of Diff Bushing luck ran out on Saturday. When it rains it pours right?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
Here is the $20 diff bushing fix.
#9588
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Lost my job on Thursday and my 10 years of Diff Bushing luck ran out on Saturday. When it rains it pours right?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
In addition to the diff bushings, I'm also planning on replacing the original rear sway bar bushings since that needs to be removed as well. Since I just performed a rear diff drain and fill with Amsoil Severe Gear, I'm hoping that the fluid doesn't need to be drained again.
Any of you have experience with the Z1 Diff Bushings and Removal tool?
Regarding the Z1 Rear Diff Bushings, I'm told by the folks at Z1 that they are slightly firmer than Whiteline, tapered, better fit and higher heat resistance?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-urethane-rear-differential-bushing-set-p-10356.html
Here's the bushing removal tool: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-products/z1-motorsports/z1-rear-differential-bushing-removal-tool-p-11086.html - guessing that I could I sell at a discounted price on MyG37 or the G Reddit Sub when the job is done?
I've setup an appointment to get mine replaced on next Thursday. I replaced by diff fluid 2 years/13k miles ago but I'll have them do it again because it won't hurt.
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socketz67 (11-09-2023)
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socketz67 (11-09-2023)
#9590
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https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...kaAnsGEALw_wcB
I can't for the life of me figure out how this would remove the bushing. Maybe this is just to replace the commonly broken parts of the kit below?
This one makes a little more sense to me: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...bdf9d308d08049
I offered to buy the tool for the job, but my mechanic disappeared into the back and returned with some high end kit that resembled this: https://tigertool.com/products/pin-b...MaAjGwEALw_wcB
I guess at this point I will need to trust he understands what to do. Question. Is an alignment needed afterwards? I read somewhere (or maybe heard in a YouTube DIY video) that an alignment is needed after the diff is dropped.
#9591
Super Moderator
Make a WTB ad here or on one of the facebook pages and you might get lucky to find a pre owned one. I remember seeing quite a few people break their bushing removal tool so not sure how lucky you will be with reselling. The Z1 bushing kit is on sale now for BF for $75. I was originally going to order this one as well but was told by a local shop to go with whiteline as they are not satisfied with Z1s product materials.
I've setup an appointment to get mine replaced on next Thursday. I replaced by diff fluid 2 years/13k miles ago but I'll have them do it again because it won't hurt.
I've setup an appointment to get mine replaced on next Thursday. I replaced by diff fluid 2 years/13k miles ago but I'll have them do it again because it won't hurt.
What price were you quoted for labor?
I called Infiniti just to make sure, and they offered 2 paths:
1.
Replace the rear cross member (talked about here) for $3500 out the door
2.
Replace just the rear bushing with an aftermarket one, $2800 out the door
At least they now offer option 2.
#9592
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Is this the kit?
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...kaAnsGEALw_wcB
I can't for the life of me figure out how this would remove the bushing. Maybe this is just to replace the commonly broken parts of the kit below?
This one makes a little more sense to me: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...bdf9d308d08049
I offered to buy the tool for the job, but my mechanic disappeared into the back and returned with some high end kit that resembled this: https://tigertool.com/products/pin-b...MaAjGwEALw_wcB
I guess at this point I will need to trust he understands what to do. Question. Is an alignment needed afterwards? I read somewhere (or maybe heard in a YouTube DIY video) that an alignment is needed after the diff is dropped.
https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...kaAnsGEALw_wcB
I can't for the life of me figure out how this would remove the bushing. Maybe this is just to replace the commonly broken parts of the kit below?
This one makes a little more sense to me: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...bdf9d308d08049
I offered to buy the tool for the job, but my mechanic disappeared into the back and returned with some high end kit that resembled this: https://tigertool.com/products/pin-b...MaAjGwEALw_wcB
I guess at this point I will need to trust he understands what to do. Question. Is an alignment needed afterwards? I read somewhere (or maybe heard in a YouTube DIY video) that an alignment is needed after the diff is dropped.
This is the kit: https://www.z1motorsports.com/z1-pro...fcc47dedb6f2e2
The tool helps pushing out the old bushing with sleeve while also helping to install the new one.
The Z1 kit has the sleeve diameter designed to fit that sub frame bore perfectly.
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socketz67 (11-09-2023)
#9593
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@RobC7 Question. Once the axles and drive shaft are removed, is the fluid inside still sealed, or exposed? I ask because I am trying to figure out if they need to drain the fluid or not. I just did a drain and fill a few weeks ago with Amsoil Severe Gear, and would be bummed if they need to replace the fluid again. Watched a few videos on the topic and read a few threads, but could not find an answer. Z1 told me that it does not "if you are careful".
What price were you quoted for labor?
I called Infiniti just to make sure, and they offered 2 paths:
1.
Replace the rear cross member (talked about here) for $3500 out the door
2.
Replace just the rear bushing with an aftermarket one, $2800 out the door
At least they now offer option 2.
What price were you quoted for labor?
I called Infiniti just to make sure, and they offered 2 paths:
1.
Replace the rear cross member (talked about here) for $3500 out the door
2.
Replace just the rear bushing with an aftermarket one, $2800 out the door
At least they now offer option 2.
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socketz67 (11-20-2023)
#9594
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That main bushing is a real PITA, so this could be an all-day project at the shop. However, if they have specific experience and skills, then maybe half a day. Even at $120/hour for a full day, it still comes no where close to those estimates.
When I had mine done in 2017, it was just a part of a larger project, which was to upgrade the rear gear & pinion with 4.083 gears. And my entire project cost (gears & bushings) came in at $900 for labor.
Unless I'm reading this wrong, spending $2800 in labor costs to install a $100 bushing kit is nuts.
When I had mine done in 2017, it was just a part of a larger project, which was to upgrade the rear gear & pinion with 4.083 gears. And my entire project cost (gears & bushings) came in at $900 for labor.
Unless I'm reading this wrong, spending $2800 in labor costs to install a $100 bushing kit is nuts.
Last edited by Rochester; 11-09-2023 at 10:08 AM.
#9595
Super Moderator
That main bushing is a real PITA, so this could be an all-day project at the shop. However, if they have specific experience and skills, then maybe half a day. Even at $120/hour for a full day, it still comes no where close to those estimates.
When I had mine done in 2017, it was just a part of a larger project, which was to upgrade the rear gear & pinion with 4.083 gears. And my entire project cost (gears & bushings) came in at $900 for labor.
Unless I'm reading this wrong, spending $2800 in labor costs to install a $100 bushing kit is nuts.
When I had mine done in 2017, it was just a part of a larger project, which was to upgrade the rear gear & pinion with 4.083 gears. And my entire project cost (gears & bushings) came in at $900 for labor.
Unless I'm reading this wrong, spending $2800 in labor costs to install a $100 bushing kit is nuts.
Last edited by socketz67; 11-09-2023 at 12:04 PM.
#9596
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For years, I used an independent shop with a shop-owned mechanic. I didn't like him much, but man oh man was he a skilled mechanic. And a fair one, too. Fair service is an awesome thing when you come across it, no matter what the project.
I can't recall if he took a torch to the original bushing, but I think he did. He was into welding and cutting with a torch.
I can't recall if he took a torch to the original bushing, but I think he did. He was into welding and cutting with a torch.
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#9597
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@RobC7 Question. Once the axles and drive shaft are removed, is the fluid inside still sealed, or exposed? I ask because I am trying to figure out if they need to drain the fluid or not. I just did a drain and fill a few weeks ago with Amsoil Severe Gear, and would be bummed if they need to replace the fluid again. Watched a few videos on the topic and read a few threads, but could not find an answer. Z1 told me that it does not "if you are careful".
What price were you quoted for labor?
I called Infiniti just to make sure, and they offered 2 paths:
1.
Replace the rear cross member (talked about here) for $3500 out the door
2.
Replace just the rear bushing with an aftermarket one, $2800 out the door
At least they now offer option 2.
What price were you quoted for labor?
I called Infiniti just to make sure, and they offered 2 paths:
1.
Replace the rear cross member (talked about here) for $3500 out the door
2.
Replace just the rear bushing with an aftermarket one, $2800 out the door
At least they now offer option 2.
Where are you located? We can help point you in the right direction.
Here in Chicago, I will have Togue Factory replace my bushing. They do a lot of work on Nissans and have done countless bushing replacements over the years. They said they can do it as quick as 1.5hrs but in most cases expect it to take 2-4hrs ($125hr) as the original bushing may be a PITA with the corrosion we have in the Midwest.
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#9598
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For years, I used an independent shop with a shop-owned mechanic. I didn't like him much, but man oh man was he a skilled mechanic. And a fair one, too. Fair service is an awesome thing when you come across it, no matter what the project.
I can't recall if he took a torch to the original bushing, but I think he did. He was into welding and cutting with a torch.
I can't recall if he took a torch to the original bushing, but I think he did. He was into welding and cutting with a torch.
My guy loves torches as well and used these skills to repair the "kinked" header pipe (happened when he took it off road) on my son's Ranger in order to save me the cost of a new catalytic converter.
Last edited by socketz67; 11-09-2023 at 03:26 PM.
#9599
Super Moderator
The differential is a sealed unit and the fluid does not need to be replaced.
Where are you located? We can help point you in the right direction.
Here in Chicago, I will have Togue Factory replace my bushing. They do a lot of work on Nissans and have done countless bushing replacements over the years. They said they can do it as quick as 1.5hrs but in most cases expect it to take 2-4hrs ($125hr) as the original bushing may be a PITA with the corrosion we have in the Midwest.
Where are you located? We can help point you in the right direction.
Here in Chicago, I will have Togue Factory replace my bushing. They do a lot of work on Nissans and have done countless bushing replacements over the years. They said they can do it as quick as 1.5hrs but in most cases expect it to take 2-4hrs ($125hr) as the original bushing may be a PITA with the corrosion we have in the Midwest.
I'm actually bummed that the damn bushing busted as I thought it would last another couple of years till I sell the car. I was going to use it as a selling point. "Look, still on the original diff bushing and these are known to go out between 6-10 years with any form of aggressive driving." Now I have the stained diff cover which has become a trademark for the G.
#9600
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So.. last night I was doing my side hustle and I leave the car idling in parking lots a lot for this side hustle.. but this time I was waiting about 30 minutes with the car out there idling.
I come back to the car, approaching from the rear passenger side direction, and I see smoke that appears to be coming from the back of the car. I thought "wow, it doesn't seem that cold. why is that coming out the exhaust?"
I get closer and notice a big puddle on the ground. I think "I don't remember liquid being here when I left the car"... and I see some guy that looks a little creepy, walking around with a dog, and coming towards me. I prepared myself for an encounter for him, as I kept looking at him and he kept coming towards me.. but he eventually went another direction. For a brief moment, I thought he did something to sabotage my car, in order to distract me and attack/rob me.
So when he left I looked at the car again and got my flash light out. I see something odd, open the hood, and confirm my suspicion...
Sooo.. the hose was replaced back in 2020. I bought the car from a dealer, and someone found me at a car show and told me that a few blocks over in town, the original owner of the vehicle (who traded it to the Honda dealer for a Type R), wanted to give me some parts. So I drove over to meet him, and he gave me a heater hose and told me there's a leak.
Well now, it looks like the infamous issue happened to my car too:
Thanks (as usual) to @projectpanda13 I was guided in the right direction and he gave me all the answers to my questions. Also thanks to @Said Amir for the part numbers and information.
It was a huge pain, even with the 11 inch 90 degree pliers.. It took a couple hours.. but I pulled the hose from the firewall and broke the connector, broke the connector on the other hose going to the engine, insertd the steel connector, and put back the hose going to the firewall. Added coolant and bled.
One of the casualties:
Yeah, I'd like to upgrade to the Z1 part some time but right now I'm really focused on saving money and just needed the car to work for various things this week and weekend.
The new setup for now:
I come back to the car, approaching from the rear passenger side direction, and I see smoke that appears to be coming from the back of the car. I thought "wow, it doesn't seem that cold. why is that coming out the exhaust?"
I get closer and notice a big puddle on the ground. I think "I don't remember liquid being here when I left the car"... and I see some guy that looks a little creepy, walking around with a dog, and coming towards me. I prepared myself for an encounter for him, as I kept looking at him and he kept coming towards me.. but he eventually went another direction. For a brief moment, I thought he did something to sabotage my car, in order to distract me and attack/rob me.
So when he left I looked at the car again and got my flash light out. I see something odd, open the hood, and confirm my suspicion...
Sooo.. the hose was replaced back in 2020. I bought the car from a dealer, and someone found me at a car show and told me that a few blocks over in town, the original owner of the vehicle (who traded it to the Honda dealer for a Type R), wanted to give me some parts. So I drove over to meet him, and he gave me a heater hose and told me there's a leak.
Well now, it looks like the infamous issue happened to my car too:
Thanks (as usual) to @projectpanda13 I was guided in the right direction and he gave me all the answers to my questions. Also thanks to @Said Amir for the part numbers and information.
It was a huge pain, even with the 11 inch 90 degree pliers.. It took a couple hours.. but I pulled the hose from the firewall and broke the connector, broke the connector on the other hose going to the engine, insertd the steel connector, and put back the hose going to the firewall. Added coolant and bled.
One of the casualties:
Yeah, I'd like to upgrade to the Z1 part some time but right now I'm really focused on saving money and just needed the car to work for various things this week and weekend.
The new setup for now: