General Discussions - 300ZX Related

gents i have a fully rebuilt engine with stock internals, using turbo technics stage 1 tubs with the staggerd gap seals set at 14psi de cats custom exhaust from cat back air filter chip from dixons what bhp am i running there?? what would be the next step being on a budget :confused: what will my tubs flow safely 16psi maybe?? is it worth going for 555 injectors with the turbo technics tubs :confused: and what about intercoolers?? any help greatly appreceated

After the whole crap brake caliper incident i then found i needed new rear brake pads thought that'd be it. Took it to zworx for a check up and see why it was pulling slightly to the left and the inner side of the tyres were worn. Micky's found the reason why: Tie rods, suspension arms and bushes need replacing on the front and the hicas is faulty and steering permanently left on the back hence i went through a set of rear tyres in under 8 weeks :( *****cks, looking at the far side of 500 quid to sort that all out now :headvswal

Is this what you are looking for? If so brand new never fitted open to offers ;)

going to have to have this done within a few weeks. i have been looking about and have been told that the best local garage for laser alignment charges £25 per adjustment!!! potentially thats 4 adjustments for the front alone! i haven't had a problem with the rear tyres etc but the front are scrubbing out the inside edge. my tension rods are shot so i have adjustable ones to go on. also getting upper links in a week. i can adjust the upper links myself to within the stock spec upper arms (caliper them and adjust the new ones to same figure is this acceptable?) but how can i get the tension rods close enough to drive on them? loads of questions to distract…

Hi folks, I am buying a 300zx UK twin turbo and was wondering if you had any suggestions who could maintain it for me in sunny N. Ireland??

As i have now moved to the stansted area and am lightyears away from SouthWestZeds :cry: i thought i would explore the 'specialists' in this area. SE arent too far away from me and i was wondering if any1 had any feedback of the quality of their work? :D Tanks, Joel.

hey all my TT has just failed on a few things mainly welding, on seat belt seals or something in a few places is this common and expensive or what . also an advisery oil leak on turbo not that i ever see any oil on my drive ever and it is stood for a couple of days sometimes , from underneath not an inner seal are they on the way out . many thanks ...

hi all, i currently have a skyline gts, and having seen some really nice 300zeds at a recent joint event, im interested in owning one. so one simple question, when buying a used zed what are the common problems and pits falls i should look for? do they have any water traps and potential rust problems? engine weak points or special service needs? ive spoken to one or tweo forum users on here before so thought id ask? oh and a rough idea of price for good unmolested ones would be an advantage as at present i know very little about these cars

Hi all, this is my first post so be gentle! I've just bought my first 300ZX (k reg), i found her gathering dust at the back of an old guys garden turned out to be his sons. Anyway he told me the gearbox (automatic)was leaking fluid and the the Turbo's need re-conned or renewed, this is not a problem as i was looking for something as a hobby to put back on the road. The car starts first turn of the key but struggled to get it home, had to rev like mad to get any forward motion and i dont think it got out of first, so it was a case of rev and coast. Luckily i only live just down the road otherwise i would have had it recovered. Anyway looking for help and advice on everythi…

Well I bought this about 18 months ago and ever since ive been trying to find someone who will take out the existing chip and solder the new socket i for me, Ive had absolutely no luck at all (admittedly ive not tried that hard!) can anyone on here either do the job for me or know of someone who would, Id obviously pay for the job and also postage of my ecu etc Thanks in advance

Sorry if this is a repost, but I have never seen this clip before.

at some point, looked like Mike Groves' old car.... :D

Hi All, I think this is maybe my first post in here?? Anyway, I was looking into buying a 300TT a few weeks back but changed my mind for a TVR. Then I canged it again for an Intergrale and now I could doing full circle and looking for a 300ZX again. So what I will be after is of course a TT model as I want it as quick as possible so may as well go for turbo from the off? I also dont want a car any newer than 1992 so I can get my classic insurance cover. Not too bothered about colour but am not a fan of white cars unless they are Mk1 and Mk2 Escorts, but thats another story. So folks this thread is not a wanted advert as it first appears but more o…

white zed spotted in preston , windows steamed up in a country lane. looked like some man love going on . the other guy looked a bit like duffy. was it you. ;)

Spotted with missing plenum and NSF wheel in the leyland area. WAS IT YOU???????? :rofl:

Big thanks to Andy Duff for sorting the Hesitation problem out i had, broken injector cap touching the needle, plus front wheel bearing, the man is a Genious, car is back to its former glory and goes like a rocket again. Well worth the 230mile trip each way and car never missed a beat on the drive home. But your SHIT at pool :rofl: :rofl:

Hi, apologies for the questions to follow, as I know they've been done to death, but would like a couple of definative answers if possible. I have tried to use geniune leather for my interior panels but cant seem to get it right ( stretching marks etc ) , so i'm trying another material. I have seen alcantara on ebay and such like, are these materials stretchy ( as such) to follow the contours of the panels and their odd shapes and if there are any other recommended materials to use.. thanks Mark

Has anybody got a few pics or advice of fitting these? where abouts you bolt them on etc? all "valuable" help appreciated. thanks. p.s have done a search but not a lot found.

Hi mate I have just emailed your 300zx.co.uk email if you could have a look I presume thats the right contact hellraiser with the Z at the end thanks chris

Hi guys, I used to have a 200sx and have insurance with a company called MCE who I found on the sxoc Anyway, i'm 22 with 1 years no claims so pretty young. I've just bought a 1992 300zx TT SWB slicktop import. I've been having quotes for around £1500 per year for just TPFT for an imported car as you all know its usually more expensive. MCE have been unbeleivable and given me an amazing quote to keep me as their customer. £1100 - FULLY COMP with a £350 excess. At my age and only 1 years no claims I think this is an incredible price. If you want a quote here is the number... MCE : 08709 09 09 96 (Dan is the guy that sorted mine o…

Allo peeps, I need to drop the car a tad on the back end. Whats the best option? coilovers? Pricewise....what am i looking at without being silly ;) Are they a pain in the bot to fit :D Cheerz Marc

billet motor mounts :)

As above , thanks lads for checking the car over and doing the oil change . Saved me a mint compared to the quote from my local garage , plus J gave me his spare oil-pressure switch . They were reluctant to discuss payment for the work , but eventually had a drink out of it :p Highly reccomended , with the added bonus of some amusingly " colourful " language :rofl: Thanks for helping me out , chaps , I`ll certainly be back :D Brian

Some good news for potential buyers. The 8.5" width alloys WILL fit under a stock front end. See here for more info: http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=88595 Leigh.

I am very happy... had my z chipped today and its lovely and quick, much better power :p Recommended Thanks for the bonus bits mate ;) see you and anna sunday :)