The Zen Modifications Thread

rjstyles69 · 14th September 2009, 21:12

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Originally Posted by skyliner34

since this was a very small DIY I didn't want to create a new thread in DIY section.

Good one there skyliner, however the mesh is a tad too thin and I suggest you get a thicker mesh. You've already been there and done that, so its just that you gotto find a thicker mesh and DIY.

Take a stroll on JC Road, am sure you will find something even better.

bigmoose85 · 15th September 2009, 03:19

I forgot to mention. That is really neat work, Skyliner. And now every one knows whome to go for a good looking mesh work

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recshenoy · 15th September 2009, 08:29

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Originally Posted by bigmoose85

Skyliner34, RX 135 and Zen? Is that it? If so, it is the same me as well.

Me too, RX135 and Zen carb

They are old but i wont sell these classics

prsnck · 15th September 2009, 09:20

Skyliner,

Does it look tad unfinished without the suzuki logo. Or you have it mind to add on later.

I have seen the similiar ones on Baleno..in bnglr and Tbhps well...

rgrds
prsn

Quote:

Originally Posted by skyliner34

since this was a very small DIY I didn't want to create a new thread in DIY section.

On a gloomy weekend I had absolutely nothing to do, so thought of making my own mesh grill for my zen.

since there is no rocket science involved in this DIY I'm simply posting the pics.

Let me know if anything more can be done to make it look even better.

Total Cost -
Mesh - 50rs (15" x 4ft)
new scissor - 60rs

Already had Bosny flat black tin.

evo · 15th September 2009, 13:13

Nice, I didnt know its that simple to do a mesh grille. But I`m scared about how long it`ll last before ruptures.

gaddiwale · 15th September 2009, 19:14

Time has come to replace my 2003 Mpfi Zen's spark plug (NGK BKR6E). Thinking about NGK G-Power (BKR6EGP) or Iridium IX (BKR6EIX), does anybody used these spark plugs in stock zen? Any difference in engine performace? I'm just trying to understand whether it is worth to spend extra money in these spark plugs for normal running?

skyliner34 · 16th September 2009, 09:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaddiwale

Time has come to replace my 2003 Mpfi Zen's spark plug (NGK BKR6E). Thinking about NGK G-Power (BKR6EGP) or Iridium IX (BKR6EIX), does anybody used these spark plugs in stock zen? Any difference in engine performace? I'm just trying to understand whether it is worth to spend extra money in these spark plugs for normal running?

No, it doesn't make any difference if you put high end spark plugs on a stock car and it's not worth spending that kind of money for nothing.
There are various threads regarding this, you can go through them for more details.

skyliner34 · 16th September 2009, 10:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigmoose85

Skyliner34, RX 135 and Zen? Is that it? If so, it is the same me as well.

yes buddy, that's my garage

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjstyles69

Good one there skyliner, however the mesh is a tad too thin and I suggest you get a thicker mesh. You've already been there and done that, so its just that you gotto find a thicker mesh and DIY.

Take a stroll on JC Road, am sure you will find something even better.

yes rj, even I too wanted a thicker one, but as I mentioned earlier thicker ones had bigger holes and I dint like them. anyways I shall search until I get one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigmoose85

I forgot to mention. That is really neat work, Skyliner. And now every one knows whome to go for a good looking mesh work

.

anytime bigmoose.

Quote:

Originally Posted by prsnck

Skyliner,

Does it look tad unfinished without the suzuki logo. Or you have it mind to add on later.

I have seen the similiar ones on Baleno..in bnglr and Tbhps well...

rgrds
prsn

yes, I wanted to, but the ones that are available in Maruthi are a lil bigger than I wanted, so I thought of getting suzuki bike logo, lets see I will update on that.

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Originally Posted by evo

Nice, I didnt know its that simple to do a mesh grille. But I`m scared about how long it`ll last before ruptures.

hmmmm, lets wait and see. Anyways got the company grill in perfect condition, if this gets deformed earlier than I thought then I will go for either thicker mesh or stock.

bigmoose85 · 16th September 2009, 10:40

I had actually searched for bigger mesh some time back and I think for the standard size(length * Breadth) that they come in, you have to pay some where around 700 0r 800 rs. That was what they told me.

Gypsyman · 6th October 2009, 03:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by need_for_speed

Recommended Tyre Size for Zen
12" - 145/80/12

13" - 155/65/13
165/60/13
145/70/13

14" - 195/45/14

hey needfor speed, could you also quote the ideal running tyre pressures for each of the profiles mentioned above.

need_for_speed · 6th October 2009, 11:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gypsyman

hey needfor speed, could you also quote the ideal running tyre pressures for each of the profiles mentioned above.

I am not exactly sure about the tyre pressures, sorry.

Trust_In_Thrust · 6th October 2009, 15:46

For the 145/80 r12 maruti says 24 .
For the 145/70R13 another zen owner can help as this tyre was also a standard by Maruti .

Gypsyman · 7th October 2009, 01:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by need_for_speed

Recommended Tyre Size for Zen
12" - 145/80/12

13" - 155/65/13
165/60/13
145/70/13

14" - 195/45/14

needfor speed,

thanks for the list above, could u also give the recommeneded tyre pressure/PSI details as well

Gypsyman · 7th October 2009, 04:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gypsyman

needfor speed,

thanks for the list above, could u also give the recommeneded tyre pressure/PSI details as well

I was so engrossed in reading the posts that I dint notice that "need for speed" had already replied my post about the PSI. Does any one know the correct PSI for a 155/65 stock rims, I have filled it with nitogen when i was suggested about the same by MSM Chennai, however am feeling bumpy rides at times and really need to know the correct PSI and get the same checked on my ride.

motomaverick · 7th October 2009, 11:21

I have recently got a second 2004 zen lx. I find that the headlights are woefully inadequate for night travel even within bangalore.

I have a karizma with 100w headlight connected via a relay and that gives more light than the zen. Hence, my immediate quest is to get a decent power in the headlight. Some options I have identified are as follows.

1. Fix Osram nightbreaker bulbs which are 60/55. (apprx: Rs 1500)
2. Fix 100/90 Philips rallye with ceramic holder and relay. (apprx: Rs 600)
3. Fix fog lamps in the front bumper at the slots provided (apprx: Rs ????)

Any suggestions will be helpful. Any ideas about a place which has a good auto light mech in bangalore.

15th September 2009, 03:19	#512
bigmoose85 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 52 Thanked: 2 Times	I forgot to mention. That is really neat work, Skyliner. And now every one knows whome to go for a good looking mesh work.
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15th September 2009, 13:13	#515
evo BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Kolkata/Shillong Posts: 780 Thanked: 161 Times View My Garage	Nice, I didnt know its that simple to do a mesh grille. But I`m scared about how long it`ll last before ruptures.
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15th September 2009, 19:14	#516
gaddiwale BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 406 Thanked: 96 Times	Time has come to replace my 2003 Mpfi Zen's spark plug (NGK BKR6E). Thinking about NGK G-Power (BKR6EGP) or Iridium IX (BKR6EIX), does anybody used these spark plugs in stock zen? Any difference in engine performace? I'm just trying to understand whether it is worth to spend extra money in these spark plugs for normal running?
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16th September 2009, 10:40	#519
bigmoose85 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 52 Thanked: 2 Times	I had actually searched for bigger mesh some time back and I think for the standard size(length * Breadth) that they come in, you have to pay some where around 700 0r 800 rs. That was what they told me.
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6th October 2009, 15:46	#522
Trust_In_Thrust BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Delhi Posts: 768 Thanked: 350 Times	For the 145/80 r12 maruti says 24 . For the 145/70R13 another zen owner can help as this tyre was also a standard by Maruti .
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7th October 2009, 11:21	#525
motomaverick Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,898 Thanked: 989 Times View My Garage	I have recently got a second 2004 zen lx. I find that the headlights are woefully inadequate for night travel even within bangalore. I have a karizma with 100w headlight connected via a relay and that gives more light than the zen. Hence, my immediate quest is to get a decent power in the headlight. Some options I have identified are as follows. 1. Fix Osram nightbreaker bulbs which are 60/55. (apprx: Rs 1500) 2. Fix 100/90 Philips rallye with ceramic holder and relay. (apprx: Rs 600) 3. Fix fog lamps in the front bumper at the slots provided (apprx: Rs ????) Any suggestions will be helpful. Any ideas about a place which has a good auto light mech in bangalore.
	() Thanks