General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Having just got my Z from Corvetteman it is in super condition and there really is nothing I need to do except learn how to drive an auto properly (any tips?) My main question is what general things should I be doing regularly/weekly to keep it in this shape? Thanks in advance, Bob

Mine as got a split in it and I have been looking at peoples car pics on here and have seen some that do not have one, they have a colour strip with brake light showing where can i buy this or a replace reflecter one . Wolveszx

Hi Ive just brought a Z and the clock in the dash works but resets every time I start the car I`ve been told it may be due to the way the last owner wired up the stereo.It still as the jap cd player in but thats not working and the jvc single disc that they have put in is in the slot above, ive looked at the wires to that and its not a very good job.So any pointers on what to look for. Cheers Wolveszx

Scrap that, I'm now re-subscribed ;)

wheels: et32 8.5x18 tyre: 235/40/18 spacer: 20mm arch: slighty modified, lugs bent back. status: very desperate. if im correct this would equal to a +12offset which is very if not too aggresive :( will these rub?

I'm sure I've popped the live feed to the stereo (when ignition is on) and I just wondered if anyone could tell me where the fuse it located. Cheers, Dave.

Ive just popped open my old ECU and it seems to have been socketed and chipped, on top of the chip is a silver sticker with a scribed in circle with a line in the centre. anybody any ideas on the chip? The ECU has a 'remanufactured' sticker on the front, could it been the revisions made were written onto the chip?

I've got a chipped series 1 jdm TT ecu. Can I remove the chip and install it in a series 2 UK, or is it better to get the new car remapped? Don't really know much about chips/maps except the very basics :o cheers dave

HI guys, Wonder if you could help. My car will not start. The starter turns the engine over. There is a spark and the injectors are working as tested by spinning the CAS. We can actually see the spark when by pulling the plug out and we can see the injector spray a little inside the cylinder. ECU diag shows code 55 (all clear) Normal lights on the dashboard when turning the key. When trying to start the car the engine doesnt even attempt to start, eg. the engine keeps turning like it would if there is no fuel or spark plugs. Any one have any ideas what it could be? Stuart

Anyone know of a guide, I know Jimmy did one but does cover what I need. I want to know the beast way to fit the arms into the new lockout bar:confused:

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Check out these, except from transmission type, mileage, colour and rims, apparently the have the EXACT same spec, oh and a price differance. http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/NISSAN+300+ZX/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-240-4294966218-4294967243/advert.action?R=200907328777117&distance=594&postcode=ZE1+0RQ&channel=CARS&make=NISSAN&model=300+ZX&min_pr=&max_pr=&max_mileage=&vehicleYearOfManufacture=1990&vehicleRegLetter=G http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/NISSAN+300+ZX/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-240-4294966218-4294967243/advert.action?R=200905327696727&…

could someone help me please i fitted 555 inj chipped ecu bigger intercoolers and few other little bits my knock sensor broke, was getting worried cause read some threads about listen for detonation , what does it sound like running about 12 to 13 psi but when i put my foot down when i come off it sounds like gun shot is that detanation, the chip come from a manual mine is a conversion auto to manual would the differance in cams and turbos be a problem with that chip any help appreciated thank you.

thinking i might move the aerial in the next few months and install something above the rear window, anybody done this before and got any pictures of what the end product looks like cheers

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1990-NISSAN-300ZX-non-Turbo-Auto-63K-miles-1-owner-car_W0QQitemZ180331723387QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item180331723387&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A7%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-NISSAN-300-ZX-2-2-BLACK-WIDEBODY-TWIN-TURBO_W0QQitemZ250378652945QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item250378652945&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A7%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 am i first this time?? :rolleyes:

I am fitting a hicas lock out bar. I can't get the original ends off where they join the bottom arm. I have removed the split pin and nut and the bolt the other side of the bush, anything else need to be done as it won't come off even with a bit of:smash:

Afternoon all ;) A while ago I saw that ZedCentre were selling replacement rear wheel arch sections, well I no longer see them there, but have found these ones on eBay (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/300ZX-Z32-REAR-WHEEL-ARCH-REPAIRS_W0QQitemZ230324753262QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item230324753262&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1683%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318) I was wondering whether anyone else does them, or is this place on eBay the only outlet for such items? I'm sure this is a common problem sooner or later with our cars, especially for those owners who don't want to sell thier prized possesion! Any info app…

Hello all. I've done a bit of searching but still no joy here (sorry if I missed an obvious topic) I'm having problems with my clutch. The car is currently in a garage and they are struggling. I knew from the previous owner that the clutch master cylinder needed replacing, so what I have done is buy a replacement from SWZ Parts. That was fitted and they discovered the slave was leaking too, so I replaced that one today. The system has been bled, but the fluid still isn't getting to the transmission (I think that's what he said to me!). What else can be done other than the master / slave cylinder? Cheers! Ruan.

Done a bit of research on this engine its not a z31 engine [ twin cam] it was fitted to gleoias- cimas -lepoard models has the same quad cam engine as the vg30dett but with a single turbo t3-t4 flange surley this is the engine to run a big single turbo on a z32 .Or maybe just use some parts from this engine ,exhaust manifolds and intake system .It can also use a normal type front mount intercooler.;)

Hi all, whilst randomly poking around the front of my car the other day, i noticed that the recirculating dump valves seemed to be blue anodised items. im guessing this would indicate that they are some aftermarket/upgrade. would i be right in thinking this or does the Z come as standard with some nice bling bling recircs fitted?:confused:

this is wot u should do when some passes you in a zed :D

Well, finally after 5 weeks of looking at the sorry state of the Zed i got off my ass and started rebuilding it.....well sort of... stripping it to start with... Heres the cr@p removed....... (one for Jimmy, gotta save at least 10lb here.... ;) ) AIV's Removed along with the PRVR canister..... so all in all a good start the rebuild..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . oh and fitted the new wing as well ;) Just gotta get the skirts off with out breaking them any more......…

Went to Zedworld at the weekend to get the bottom of the car inspected (due to being under warrenty) and ended up with some clear side repeaters and a Zed nose badge. The difference between the orange and clear side repeaters is mad, and having the badge back on is cool :dance: After inspecting the underside of my Zed, it got a clean bill of health, A new sub frame has been fitted and all the brake lines are in tip top condition. I am planning to get the car treated underneath when it goes for it's cam belt change :D

My 94 UK Auto went for it's MOT yesterday and failed on emissions. At fast idle it was putting out 6.84% :eek: Now normally i'd stick it on Datascan (which i have) to diagnose, but, datascan refuses to work with this particuar car - it works fine with my other zed. So how can I diagnose what's causing the problem without computer diagnostics. I've done the basic ECU code check and get an all clear 55