General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Hey guys Anyone tried this? I'm thinking about it any tips?

A guy came around the local bar trying to find a home for a pup,my mum saw her and ,well, you can guess the rest!!:rolleyes: Meet Ellie! Sad thing is,around here they usually end up in the dustbins!:mac1:

Ok, i have been reading up on changing the belt via search + can't find any mention of the 'push-pull' tool that is used to setup the tensioner, before checking belt tension, according to workshop manual. Is there a simpler way to tension belt correctly?

hi guys just done a cam belt on my zed it was running before the job was done but now have no spark at the coil packs done a fault code test and came up all clear could anyone help please many thanks,

If anyone is ever tempted to go here for tyres - beware and dont! I took a wheel in and he took off a V spec tyre and put a H spec on and also damaged the paint on my rim - when I confronted him about it he swore blind it was already damaged and tried to blame it on kerbing. This bloke is a liar. I managed to get my money back and the tyre taken off so I'll have to settle for that - should I report him and if so who is best?

hey all, few more questions im afraid :rolleyes:! had another post with some issues i had with the car.. basically did a check of the ecu as suggested by some people as i am running in "safety boost".. came back with fault code 34.. the dett sensor, have had a search around and this seems to be quite a common problem? i have also been told to get to it you have to take the engine out and having no spare cash to do this i have searched around the forum and seems that it can quite easily be disconected and a new one installed in a different position. i would like to do this but am a bit wary.. sure its a G reg car so maybee the sensor is knackerd.. but maybee its not…

Where can I get on that has already been setup for a Zed? (95 TT auto). Failing that, what are my alternatives? Thanks Paul.

about the zed the other day...never noticed it before despite having owned several of these but the key lock solenoid only lets me remove my key when the auto is in park, if you're in neutral it keeps it locked in the barrel

Hi, I saw a tread on this earlier. I am checking to see if this will help the o'l spin on the back when wet. I recently lost my zed (not too much damage) in the wet. Would traction control help to reduce this? I have had all the cambers re set and although tyres are probably not the best, I was hoping there may be some other useful things I can do.

Right then. I bought the car from a bloke who has his own custom exhaust place, not then, when he had the car on the ramps i was gutted to see that he had only replaced the backboxes. He commented on how it needs a amount of back pressure to perform properly. But, i thought that as the car is the turbo model it wouldnt rely on back pressure? I want to get the exhaust upgraded but im unsure on what to do now And what would be the best bore size? 2.1/5 or 3 inch?? Cheers, Bradley

a polished plenum? Anyone on here polish them?

Today I finally said goodbye to my lovely black UK Z. After over 3 years of ownership and some big bills, I sold it to a close friend who is a mechanic so it will be taken care of but I feel a bit gutted. I cant believe its gone, I was just not using it though and with another son soon on the way I can no longer justify having it and the lexus to the wifey. She will be driving next year and I just have to think of practicalities, we dont have the space for three cars. I dont post that much on the forum but most days I look through the posts and I have learnt so much from some of the people on here respect to you guys this is a great forum and club. I was considering g…

Noticed a whining noise coming from the rear which I've been told coming from my diff. Noise occurs between 50 ~ 65 mph and can be heard with or without throttle. The noise also doesnt change when rocking the steering. Is this the sign of a diff on its way out? If so, what are my options? If not, what else could it be? Cheers Pete

please can somebody post some pics of aftermarket dump valves in the stock (behind bumper) position, im looking into getting some but want to have a gander at the fitting first

On ebay.. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NISSAN-300ZX-FAIRLADY-Z31-IN-NEED-OF-TLC_W0QQitemZ290257248758QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item290257248758&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 i know some of you guys are still into the z31

I have an email about my car but am a bit suspiciouse!! He emailed me about the car from his personal email address asking about what price i would take for the car, this is my answer. Dear Steven, Thank you for your email. Sorry for not replying sooner. I am willing to negotiate the price somewhat as it is a waste to have the car and not be using it much, it needs to be used and i am using the money to build a streetfighter trike (as i am disabled and have never seen one done! ) I would take £5,500 to take it away now with all the goodies? Where abouts are you based? The best thing to do would be to come and have a look and a test drive, as …

Had the chance for a ride in a new GT-R while I'm over here in the states. I went out to the MidwestZfest in Tulsa Oklahoma over the past 4 days and it was fantastic. I'll get some photos up when I'm back in the UK. It was a monster of a car with the most amazing braking and handling system I've ever experienced. I'm still not over-awed with the looks and interior, but the mechanicals were out of this world! It has a wonderful driving position too. After that, I had a ride in a 700+bhp Z32 TT which felt every bit as quick through the mid-range powerband after it had actually managed to start gripping! 3rd gear has always been a good gear in the Z32 TT and …

I there I have baught a 300zx tt auto with the following mods, no dyno can you please help me with guessing bhp.... Apexi Induction Kit NGK Iridium Spark Plugs O2 Coolant Sensors Front Brakes calipers overhaul Front Brake Discs - grooved Front Brake Redstuff Brake Pads Stainless Braided hoses front/rear Mongoose Stainless Cat-back exhaust Replaced Turbos - Uprated Turbo dynamics - High Flow T25 with 360 degree thrust bearing, staggered gap/total seal turbine end piston ring fitted - stainless de-cat pipes

Adter such an immense weekend, my heart has litterally sank when i got home tonight! I got to Berwick-Upon-Tweed (30 miles from home) and my zed wouldnt boost past 0.1bar!!!!! Ok, so i thought to myself "It'll be a boost leak. I'll drive home, taking it easy and fix it in the morning." UNTIL I GOT HOME!!!! So, having taken it easy for the past 30 minutes (no +ve boost because of the "boost leak") i got home and turned the engine off. Then i heard something rattling and coming to a halt, My mate Dean, who was down at JAE with me, is a mechanic for nissan but he thinks that it sounds too "tinny" to be a knackered turbo. So anyway, my question is.......…

Well done mate for Winning Best Nissan at JAE 08 Show "N" Shine, Chuffed for ya, as the competition was fierce! :bow::bow:

Just got Home, Would have been home hours ago if I hadn't have gone the wrong way up the A120 and ended up in Harwich :rolleyes::smash:. Anyway, A big thanks for all those who turned up and made it a memorable weekend, I had a great time, and it was nice to meet some new people, and see some Zed's I haven't seen before. I thought the Location was superb, and worth every mile of the long drive. I will put my photo's up in a while when I have uploaded them. Thanks to Viniboy & Steve_300zx, for ALL their help, and for giving me a break on the BBQ, I never wanna see another Burger or Sausage again LOL. :hurl: Already Plotting my idea's for next year. Re…

Hey guys What do you think about these anyone got some? I want replacements for the stock ones that are comfortable but also save on weight. I can get some second hand for 80quid so I thought I might go for them. Any thoughts? Cheers

Hi all, newbie here Ok i'll list what i've got then tell the problem. Rebuilt engine new water pump nismo thermostat AMS pully kit, under driver crank,p.steeringand alternator with over drive water pump Z-Centre electric fan kit Defi blue gauges, water temp, oil press and boost 555 injectors Z1 intercoolers Z1 Howe Rad Upgraded turbos, about 22 psi. Running boost jets at 14.5 psi and JWT Air filter. Problem is it's running really hot, and once the elec fan kicks in at 85 degrees it don't turn off. It'll go as high as 215F ( gauge is in fahrenheit ) 101C. If I turn the heating on in the car full blast I can knock 15F off the gauge. The fan i…

Hi, Can anyone help me in the Nottingham area remove my front bumper and fit my new WW one. I have been outside in the rain trying to remove my bumper and i cant do it for love nor money, regardless of how many step by step write ups i read! I need someone who has done it before. As for the WW fitting, it has already been on a Z, so NO modifications are required, literally needs bolting onto the existing mounts. I would really appreciate someones help as the car goes in for a respray on 22nd Sept and need it done for then! I dont like begging but I will if I have to LOL!!!

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