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No basically lift the car from the front and leave it running for 30 min with the radiator cap off and a bleeder funnel connected (heat on blast). That’s a little overkill as well since we don’t really get much air in the system by changing the hose connector. Now if we were to change the top and bottom radiator hoses, then a careful air bleed would be needed.

@ thank you, I appreciate it!

Definitely need some space to perform the job since it can take 3-5 hours if it's your first time taking it slow.

@DIYGarageNation definitely appreciate the advice and the video 👍. We'll see, hopefully it doesn't need to be done for a while yet they're just starting to seep a little bit

All leather or was it carbon fiber?

@@DIYGarageNationcarbon fiber

@@anthonystucchio2967 Here's the All Black CF one: amzn.to/3PqAMdc

Good question, I had some leftover for sure but didn’t attempt to do another headlight. Maybe buy 2 to be safe and return one if you don’t use it?

Yup, matches great with black!

You don't need a new valve cover since the G37 has replaceable spark plug gaskets. This is the gasket set you would need, you should still confirm fitment using the amazon fit guide: amzn.to/4iN46IB

What do you mean fails?

@DIYGarageNation it doesn't work like my redline or valentine v1 gen2 for KA at a longer range

@ that’s weird did you ever own the R8? R8 has longer detection range including the KA band.

@DIYGarageNation yup but not pop radar for pop ka

Thanks!

Yeah it’s much better than the original, I added a link for it in the description as well.

@@DIYGarageNationI wonder if this could fit a 2015 Q60 coupe (G37 body style)

@@KidCigano Yes, if the steering wheel is the same style it will fit. I believe the q60 steering wheel changed to a different style in 2016 or 2017.

Hey glad it was helpful and it motivated you to install it. My radar detector turns off when the car is off. Since you’re a is a different model and year, I think you need to test other cables in the connector, you might be hooked up to the garage door opener which probably stays on after shut off. Try to insert the pin into another cable.

I'll measure it later today and let you know.

@ yes please and thank u so much bro

Unfortunately it can happen at any random time, especially once you're in the 100k mile range. Lucky you were close to home! Good luck with the install, it's pretty straight forward.

@DIYGarageNation just checked now that I have sunlight and yea the connector disintegrated right down the middle lool.. yea super lucky it happened at the end of my 50 mi round trip...

@@KpxRagDoll Same, mine split down the middle and broker to pieces when I pulled it out. Metal is the way to go.

I don’t recommend using acetone to restore your headlights. Acetone can remove some oxidation and haze, but it provides zero UV protection, leaving the headlight lens exposed to further damage from the sun. Also, using too much acetone or applying it incorrectly can damage the headlight lens.

How did they look after spraying?

You probably switched the coil pack cable connectors. I did and had the exact same symptoms. Each cable has to go to the correct coil pack. I mixed up 2 cables on the driver side (easy to do).

Did you ever figure out what it was?

@@DIYGarageNationyeah bro so apparently the right side which is what I worked on, unplugged everything and did the valve cover on that side everything was up to pair and no sign of any issues putting back together….but on the left side where I had my GF’s sisters boyfriend do it….moving forward to that post I made, I had those idle shakes / misfires etc, I redone all the work and took off everything else mind you NONE of the hoses in the back of the plenum were secured right, same with the left side of the engine bay that was he working on….so on top of that removal of the valve cover I went to check his coil packs on the left side and one of them was covered in oil - hinting to bad valve cover gasket placement. So redid that side use gasket putty and resecured it and put everything back to place and no issues yet. Moving forward as of now, no misfire, no smell of oil but now there’s a small fuel leak from the fuel dampener in which he touched sooooo gotta order that part and that’s about what’s left to making it a healthy car lol

FYI to whoever reads this don’t let just anybody do your work idc if they been doing it for years or “know how-to” don’t trust them lol. I would’ve done it all myself and would’ve never had the fuel leak issue too begin with now😭

@@vepzzuhwow so you had to do the work twice! Well glad you figured it out. I did the gas damper last year as well, it started leaking randomly. Relatively easy swap.

Thanks, hope it was helpful!

I want a link

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Also im referring to the hose on the passenger side where there is just a plastic straight connector holding 2 hoses near the evap/firewall

The car is full of coolant, at normal levels in this video. When you remove the connector (both passenger and driver side), you will lose a little bit of fluid. When you are finished, check the reservoir to make sure it is at the correct level. You can add fluid via the reservoir. This all needs to be done with the car cool for safety. If you want to be extra safe, after you finish, bleed the system of any air. There are plenty of videos on how to do this on UA-cam.

@@DIYGarageNation Thank you very much, but when replacing that connector how much coolant come out on a scale of 1-10? I just wanna know what to expect when i disconnect it, car has been cold for 3 days

@@DIYGarageNation Appreciate your quick response man thanks alot for posting this video, mine is leaking when i turn the heat on and been looking for this leak for about 2 weeks now lol!

Like a 2 (not much), place a microfiber towel under the hose when pulling the connector off and you'll be fine.

Aww man, gotta be careful with those screws on the side. Don't worry; you can remove them, but you need to take your time and be careful. This is the best video that shows multiple ways to remove a stripped bolt. Again, take your time, and let me know how it goes! ua-cam.com/video/jmvIsJwOVMo/v-deo.html

Uniden has the R8 Europe version. I have not tested it so not sure how well it works there.

Agreed. The R8 has been great so far. I upgraded form the R7 and think the new features are worth it especially GATSO detection. I also really like the how the mute/dim button is up front now, much easier to access the way I have it mounted.

I went with the R8 too. I really wanted the Redline 360 but changed my mind since Escort can't seem to get their act together.

@4x4gear33 And you are so right with that, Escorts seem to have theirs head in the sand.

2k clear coat lasts for years. It’s been well over a year and the headlights still look clear as the day we restored them in the video.

Thanks!

Yes, joint socket with extension + torque wrench.

I think stopping at 1000 would not be bad. However you see the results I got going to 1500. I’m working on a new video for the update, I’m going to be restoring super worn headlights no a Honda Civic and will post the update in that video. The Infiniti headlights still look just as if I restored them yesterday. Holding up very well, zero yellowing, zero wear showing.

You're absolutely right that radar detectors have become incredibly sophisticated. Fine-tuning settings based on local conditions is important. The A-pillar wiring route is a good idea. However, if your vehicle has side curtain airbags, it's important to avoid running the cables over the airbag deployment path. I ran my dashcam power cable like this: from the mirror, under the headliner, down the A-pillar, and THEN across the dash at the base of the A-pillar trim. Crossing the cables over the top section of the A-pillar could interfere with airbag deployment. (The dashcam install video is on my channel where I show how I ran cables using this route) Regarding the R7 vs. R8 comparison, the 3 points I made at the beginning of the video are what I meant. The GATSO detection is the biggest difference. Besides that, R8 has a bit better range and the Auto-highway/city mode convenience. I'll likely edit the title to "key" differences since that's probably more accurate. Thanks for your feedback! It's helpful.

Orange peel usually means the coats were too heavy. All 3 coats should be very light. You can fix it though. You'll need to sand down the headlights again, I would just do 800 until all the bumps/orange peel comes off. Clean the headlights really well before respraying. Water only with a clean or new microfiber towel, then alcohol wipe down with clean towel, once dry, use a tac cloth to remove any remaining debris. Then you can respray once or twice, again, light coats. Let it dry around 15 min between coats and check to see how it's coming along. If it's clear after the 1st re-spray then you can stop there, otherwise do a second coat and that should be enough. Take your time, cleaning thoroughly, letting it dry, and light coats will get you the results you want.

@DIYGarageNation understood thank you. If the headlight has a ceramic graphene coating on top, the 2k clear coat wouldn't bond properly to the headlight would it? Just curious

Same brand but I believe it’s a different model. I’ve had this one for about 9 months and haven’t had any issues.

I worry about the FL sun/ heat frying the unit. Direct sun while driving in the summer afternoon is hot enough for me, much more for electronics. A parked car, in the sun for hours could get up to 140 degrees. Please advise .

​@@debb6054 ​ Good question. The camera stand is magnetic, so the camera can be removed very easily and reinstalled just as easily, as shown at 3:44. If you're going to be parked in the sun all day, you can simply remove the camera and store it in the glovebox; it would take no longer than 10 seconds to store it.

No, from what I understand it’s supposed to last for the life of the car. I’ve never changed it and never had any issues. Around 165k miles now and shifting very smoothly.

Depends on the year, what year is yours?

@ 2007

@@prestonmcneill811 It's very similar install but yours only has 1 intake on the driver side. This one works for your car: amzn.to/3YXb1ph

Honestly 2k clear is much better. 1K is less durable, yellows over time and has lower gloss and clarity. I would just order the 2k clear so you only have to do the job once.

Drying the headlight and surrounding area is important, so the tape adheres to the car. This helps avoid scratching the paint around the headlight when wet sanding.

Correct, do not use polish or compound as it will be hard to remove before spraying the clear coat. If any polish or compound residue is left behind under the clearcoat, it will likely peel. Just sand, rinse off any soap really well, dry completely, then you can spray the 2k clear.

I think you can use a prep spray to remove the oils from the polish for the clear coat to bond. The ceramic guys do that process even tho this is different

@@brandonnguyen1486 Yes, alcohol works though and most people have it in their household.

@@DIYGarageNation I just followed your video and never used a respirator lol. Just held my breath, and sprayed down a coat

@@brandonnguyen1486if you’re outdoors it’s fine but you definitely don’t want to breath chemicals in general as any other chemical.

Yeah I was lucky it happened while I was doing an oil change last year. All of a sudden I saw smoke and eventually figured out it was the connector.

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More than a year later and they look like the day I restored them. 100% clear and ZERO peeling.

I really appreciate it! Updated the links; please let me know if they work for you. Thanks!

@@DIYGarageNation The links do work. Thanks 🤙

@@DIYGarageNationhey, the steering wheel link doesn’t have the carbon fiber panel. Do you have a different link that the steering wheel comes with the carbon panel as well?

@@Soldierdb Looks like that seller is out of stock for the one that includes the trim. But found this one: amzn.to/4iMOpkD . Worth trying out since it looks the same and it's PRIME shipping. Returns are free. Let me know how it fits.

@@DIYGarageNation thanks a lot! I’d probably pass due to the one review saying it needed a lot of modifications Hopefully I get my hands on one soon.

Glad it was helpful, good luck with the install!

Some come with 2 depending on the engine model. The passenger is the one that generally fails first so I would change it as soon as possible. Let us know how it goes!

While I'm sure 600 grit works to an extent, using finer grits like 1200 + 1500 will give you a much better finish. It'll make the clear coat adhere better, look clearer, and last longer. It's a bit more work, but it's worth it for a more professional looking finish.

Glad it helped!

@@DIYGarageNation do you have any videos of how to replace the sensors?

@@black_cartel_pope5358 No I have not replaced any sensors, sorry.

@DIYGarageNation ok thanks man