General Discussions - 300ZX Related

With my slicktop going into storage yesterday, I've been gathering bits together and planning for when it comes back out, ordered myself some 99 spec parts at work, got a new front bumper and all 3 tail lights on order, the bumper turned, and so did the centre and the passenger tail light, the drivers is coming from Japan, but now their all showing Japan back order, Just a heads up to people it could be a sign they are running out,

Last week took the Z out & on joining M20 Hythe to Folkestone change to Power mode & no more 3rd or O/D! Done self Autobox diagnostic no electrical codes! So Awaiting word from Andy Z on replacing box! Art

Didn't know what this was going to be like but well worth the 6.00am on a Sunday morning start to meet with my friends then convoy down from Bath via Frome , Warminster , To Wilton House near Salisbury. We arrived early enough and luckily were able to park in the main court yard along with some awesome cars. Here are a few pics.

Hi all as per my previous threads my cars been off the road For several years for an engine swap. This is now done and Runs ok. The clutch and box were fine. Although in the last Few months it's been sat the clutch pedal now goes straight To the floor with no resistance. I've changed the master Cylinder for a brand new genuine item and a new slave also. It's bleed up alright as per manual on both nipped. It feels Like a good clutch but start it up and it's back to square one Straight down to the floor and can't select any gears. Can't see Any obvious leaks and everything is tight. Can't find or hear and air leaks Whilst clutch is being depresse…

Hi all as per my previous threads my cars been off the road For several years for an engine swap. This is now done and Runs ok. The clutch and box were fine. Although in the last Few months it's been sat the clutch pedal now goes straight To the floor with no resistance. I've changed the master Cylinder for a brand new genuine item and a new slave also. It's bleed up alright as per manual on both nipped. It feels Like a good clutch but start it up and it's back to square one Straight down to the floor and can't select any gears. Can't see Any obvious leaks and everything is tight. Can't find or hear and air leaks Whilst clutch is being depresse…

Just spotted pulling out of the car park by Gloucester ATS. Stopped in the Land Rover to say Hi but it drove off as I parked up! Nice looking G plate import with a big wing.

I'm looking to delete the HICAS on my TT 2+2, and comments on pro's con's, I have been advised I will need to delete to fit 18" 9.5's on the rear, and comments / advise will be appreciated. Any one with any comments on the HICAS eliminator from Driftworks. http://www.driftworks.com/driftworks-total-hicas-eliminator-kit-for-nissan.html

Finally finished replacing my clutch last night after no end of problems, but when I took it for a short drive this morning it's making a weird noise when you work the clutch, kind of like a grinding. Depressed it's fine, but still makes a bit of a noise when pressed. Kind of sounds like the release bearing but I put a new one in so don't really see how it could be that. Pretty gutted after it's taken me far longer than it should have done, any ideas what it is? Should I not worry about it for now and see if it clears with a few more miles on it?

hi everyone been really busy this year on the house so i took the year off...so how was jae and the new venue

The cruise control has never worked on my car. It has been converted from auto to manual prior to me buying it. I've only checked the fuse so far. I wondered if it might just be a case of bridging the wires that go to the auto ecu? Or maybe someone has some other suggestions? My reverse light doesn't work either, and I wondered if this might be related?

My car is a misfire i have changed the plugs i did a test on the coils and coil 1 is not working i changed the coil and it is still misfiring if it not the plug or the coil what can it be.

Hi all, any ideas where I can buy relocation brackets for my front callipers so I can fit 330mm discs. Cheers James

for those of you that haven't directly visited the AMS motorsports website, they currently have a bit of a sale on, i've just bought a brake master cylinder brace for $24, carbon ceramic front brake pads for $24 rear carbon pads for $19, full egr delete kit for $10 and a couple of shiny bits, on top of this shipping was a very reasonable $55 compare to $99 i was quoted for Z1 for same items, and the extra bonus they only put $50 value on the customs label so no import duty or vat to pay. and it arrived quickly too, ordered monday evening last week, turned up tuesday morn by royal mail. typically i've just noticed they now have braided brake lines on sale, all 4 for $39! …

Hi just after a little advice, I have my 300zx 430 bhp , and I now have an impreza sti as well , I was going to sell my 300 but I love it so am considering a rebuild, iv replaced clutch and cambelt fairl recent and the car isn't as bad to work on as I thought. I'm considering removing engine and stripping to a bare shell , it's in very good condition anyway but if I keep it want it mint, could anyone give me a rough guide on costs/ has someone rebuilt one on here. I'm thinking shells bearings all seals and gaskets etc will all required parts be easily available ? Thanks in advance for your help

Hello, I'm trying to find a car for my other half and he's unaware I'm doing this (sorry I have said this already) and I would like to discuss the car that Oscar is selling but I don't know to send him a message. I put messages on the sale thread so do I just wait for an answer now? Sorry but I've not done this kinda thing before but im learning quickly x

Any advice or past experiences are appreciated, first time posting on the forum. So I purchased a 1990 automatic Z32 twin turbo from the family of the previous owner who unfortunately passed away, and sold the car as a non runner. Lots of receipts etc, well serviced, custom exhaust and a few other small mods, car needs a lot of work (respray, front windshield to start off with) but I want to get it running first. History: Engine replacement and either new turbos or new turbo seals in 2003 (108k miles) Latest timing belt done in 2005 at 122k miles, still has no cracks and rotates nicely. New head gaskets in 2006 ( SORN from 2011 at 132k miles. …

I am looking to delete the antenna, any suggestions for a good alternative? Also anyone with shark fine antenna's installed?

Hi, I was removing one of the front wheel spacers that are on my car so I could remove the discs and a nice chunk decided to break away (seem to be cheap alu ones)... I would like to replace them with some of a higher quality but am unsure of fitment. Current setup is: -Advan Siena II Wheels (18x245x35 Tyres) -K-Sport 8 pot Kit (330mm discs I believe) -20mm Spacers (made from chocolate aluminium, hubcentric slot over type) I am unsure what type I would need. Not sure if the hubs have standard studs, possibly the studs are elongated type? If anyone knows the standard length that would help. I have seen these Eibach ones on eBay, I believe the 3…

Couldn't resist had to buy another one ....pick up my new UK TT manual on Saturday bit of rot to sort normal places 82 k miles

hello guys,im looking some advance about EBC,i found on ebay .will by good ?thanks http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JDM-Electronic-Boost-Controller-Turbo-Timer-Boost-Gauge-Volt-Meter-Warning-Light-/151679755872?hash=item2350d16660

I'm not happy with the insufficient gap in my wings west front bumper compared to the size of the FMIC that I have, the bottom of the intercooler is flush with the bottom of the bumper, so my question is, has anybody had to butcher the black plastic strip behind the front bumper (the one that houses the front fogs)? I thinking I can then push the intercooler up slightly so that it has an even area through the bumper space. with a bit trimmed off?

Going to change to a manual gearbox, I will need a clutch with the ability to manage 550 to 600 BHP, can someone make a simple recommendation as to the kit I need please, Again I want something that will last, and not need changing out on a weekly basis. Thanks Sayers

Can those in the know offer a straightforward answer as to the best Turbos that I can Purchase to fit onto my standard Decat pipes, I want longevity, ease of fitment , and the ability to generate around 550 BHP. what I don't want is faffing around to make them fit , or high risk of failure due to bad workmanship. Thanks Sayers

Hi everyone For a mot failure I need all 4 anti roll bar bushes the supplier I intend to use stock polyurethane ones but in different sizes does anyone know what the stock sizes are? For front a rear as apparently they are different sizes. Or if anyone knows the part number of each would be greatly appreciated many thanks Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk

Finally I have time and the videos required to accompany this thank you thread :yes:. A brief history, I purchased my Z in Nov 2009, throughout 2010 I accumulated new turbos, uprated rad, injectors, intercoolers, clutch, etc. I drove in the summer of 2011 to Lee Dents in Shrewsbury and all this was fit along with the deletes. In June of 2013 my car was bespoke mapped by Noz and I had 504BHP at the wheels with 580BHP engine power, all with stock internals. Brings me to the summer of 2014 where i had some engine bling work done, powder coated parts, etc, again taken to Lee to fit. It was at this point my engine was smoking quite excessively although it s…