General Discussions - 300ZX Related

strange 1 this after checking everything cleaning sensor i still had a running problem , and now ive found it timing was out and as soon as i undone the bolts hold the cas in place it was sweet as a nut soon as i done them up problem started again , please please anyone have any idea's on whats wrong or how to solve it , i'll be forever in there det :(

Just had a little convo in the kitchen...... him - I saw one of your cars today..... it was yellow with round rear lights and where you have your 300zx - his 300zx was like cut (stencil type) and he had some type of kit on it. me -oh right where was this? him - hedge end - going towards the M27 on the way to Pompy topic swiftly moved onto skylines Anyone off here? I'm intrigued to see the 300zx bit thats cut out? :)

When the car is jacked up the wheels turn full lock both ways with no noise until you get to max lock then there is a creaking type noise. When the car is on the ground the creaking noise is there the moment you turn the wheel, its's like if there is any resistance it makes a noise. I have bleed the system but it made no difference. Any ideas?

Hello, i can't seem to find any water leaks, yet my radiator level is down each time i look - it looks empty when peering in the top. I also notice what looks a bit like foam on the top of it. Is this just a result of the water flowing, or is it something else. I'm kinda sure, that i can see a slight rainbow oil film on them. The liquid is still nice and green from the antifreeze/antirust solution. The engine has done about 16000 miles. Anyideas? Performance does not feel to be down, and when comparing conzult data from about 9 months ago the readings are similar. Cheers.

Hi people Can anyone tell me where i can buy a set of decat pipes to fit a UK spec series 2. I brought a set off Chris Nolan :xxx: a couple of years ago. but they have never fitted properly. Typical crap quality off a crook. My only other option is to cut them up and fit flexible pipe in between. but would prefer to buy a set that fit well? Thanks for any input. Regards Kev.

Hi all im a bit confused just looked at my Ecu so i could do the test i have a red led i can see on the side but not screw/switch to put it in to the right mode? is there another way to do the test to see if there are any fault codes, im abit stumped now , Thanks in advance , wayne

Hi i just need to do the cylinder drop test shouldnt take more than 5 mins if someone can spare the time ? Thanks in advance

Scubie, what do you drive? Just wondering whether I could have ever seen you as we're both down as being in Shropshire.

Saw a black zed on someones driveway coming in to work this morning in Shrewsbury, not seen it before. Had the later spoiler (94-98 or something like that) and I think it had a vented nose panel, couldn't see much else.

Sorry if it is a repost, might be handy as a sticky? http://www.xspeed.com.au/manuals.php

Hi there, I think that I've got a problem with my starter motor as just getting clicking noise when trying to turn it over. Checked battery at first but its not that. Now in the past with other cars, I've just given the starter motor a tap with a hammer and then all is well, but on the Z I have no idea where it is let alone whether I can get to it at all. Where is it, can I get to hit it and if needs replacing, are they expensive and much labour to fit? Cheers

Hi Guys was just wondering if anyone has a spare zx tyre for the rear lying around, need to get my wheel off and i dont have a spare anyone in or around the london area who can spare me one for about two weeks or so, its so i dont need to have my car on a jack for the whole period Any help would be appreciated Fas

The new gearbox is in, Madmarco spent all day Saturday AGAIN!! :bow: under the car with me and we got the gearbox in,, was a nightmare!!!! Spent yesterday putting all the bolts in, conecting up the oil lines, wiring loom and gear stick etc. Just need to put the propshaft back in, fill it with oil and fit the exhausts back on and i can test it :dance: .........I hope to god that it all works as i really don't want to do this job again!!! :( So next sat it should be running and ready for an MOT!!!! Its only done 3000 miles since tha last MOT so should be fine!!

http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/member.php?userid=7606 If you are could you please let him know I am trying to get hold of him. Thanks.

Temp guage said -5 degrees C in Nottingham this morning, and the Zed did not like the cold start at all! Got her started easy enough with a bit of gas, but wouldn’t start without some throttle., second time she fired up straight away! Is this normal in extreme conditions or is it a sign of worse things to come!

Am going to be buying a leather retrim kit within next couple of weeks. Is there anyone in or near Nottingham that could help me fit?

Is this a standard ECU for a 91 Jap TT Auto? I am unsure of the types available!

Seen a red lwb L reg in Weston village near Bath,had stock wheels and a pram handle on the bootlid.Anybody from here?

I am fairly sure that I will need to replace my actuators, should have confirmation from the mechanic tomorrow. I think silverbullet is going to be able to help me out with some second hand stock replacements (thanks Mark) I want to be running around 16psi most if the time SO should I be looking at putting in some uprated ones or sticking with stock actuators? Thanks for the help...

Hi guys, I'm looking into buying a zx. Is there anything I need to look out for? Common faults, problems? Anything that is stupidly expensive to fix? Also, if you have any for sale post up a link or some pics. You can get me on nickg91@hotmail.com too. Cheers.

Black H plate N/A. Single side exit exhaust and black rims. I was visiting a friends flat and it was parked up at the same block of flats. I guess it lives there too!

Hey there my name is Paul and am based in Hertford although venture to Portsmout alot, Now I am moving over to the 300zx scene from the Bmw zone due to now being able to insure a Z with no silly amounts of overtime etc, etc. Now after reading god knows how many posts to get to know the Z much better I am a little confused on the Whole JP/UK model tell signs, I read that the nissan logo on the front indicates Uk version but reflectors on the side.rears indicate Jp. My 300zx is due to be picked up Thursday coming 21st feb and have already viewed and gave deposit as the dude says its a Jap version so kms being at 99k would give around 61/2k miles which i though was not…

Hi hope some one can help me out going to do the lifters[300tt auto] what gaskets do i need and where can i get them also going to do cam belt so want a cam kit as well thanks :duffer:

had a guy come 120 miles yesterday to view the car. He loved it and after a spin and a chat left me a deposit to secure it as he is in the middle of selling his own car. Today was a really nice mild sunny day in Eire and went for a spin with targas off, getting the usual stares and smiles and nice comments. But more than that, I really appreciated being behind the wheel of it again as i have hardly driven it in the last couple of months. What a great feeling, just reminded me of why I love these cars. The sound, the driving experience, the thrill, the relaxed mood. I'm expecting a call in the next week or 2 to say he's on his way to pick it up :headvswal :( …

I know there are a couple of MOT testers on the site. could you please Pm your Number so i can ring you if you don't mind. Need some advice :bow: thanks graeme