General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Hi all, I hooked up the datascan to our N/A Zed the other day to reset the ECU (pick up was crap due to a previous hole in the exhaust, now fixed). Whilst watching the pretty gauges, I noticed the O2 sensor gauge was a bit inactive. I added in the other side and the "O2 Sensor Right Hand" flicks back and forth as you would expect. However the "O2 Sensor" (presumably left hand) seems to get stuck. Occasionally it flickers into life but it never gets as far round and often sits on 0 or 1. Also the "A/F" register at the bottom shows "Lean" instead of alternating between Lean and Rich. Is this likely to be a failed lambda sensor or possibly a wiring problem…

Silver Z, H reg going past Plaistow tube station at 8.20pm yesterday

Hello all, sorry to jump in like this - but I am an expat..... Bought a Z TT a couple of monhs ago and now have just noticed smoke from LHS exhaust when hot, not enough to help global warming but not a good look. I had a read of this on your tech article: Grey Smoke with light Blue on Full Temp - This is the Sign of the dreaded rear turbo seal failing, this can usually be attributed to wear of the engine or component failure, will need the seal replacing to regain full performance, new seal - 20 quid , cost of labour 650 quid : and that seems to be it...... As I have full power I assume it is a seal that is leaking not turbo failure...yet. So my questions are: …

If one was to fit a set of these to ones Z, what could one expect handling wise and what problems could be caused ie would they sit under the arches ok etc? Thanks Rob

seen in stockton near newtown social club off durham road real nice car

Hi again chaps - questions questions tonight! Just been for a pootle - roof off, perfect! Anyway pulled up at some lights...long straight road noone about and i dont do this very often - took overdrive off and put my foot to the floor when they went green, sped off, great..looked in my mirror and there was 2 clouds of smoke from my exhausts..not too bad, but i noticed them on looking back..just wondered if this should happen? thanks Ed

Did a service on car and did a ecu and jet install, and now i have a boost leak coming for the back of the engine bay right ish side sounds like its almost under the plenium, it's boosting to 6psi but sounds like its not boosting on second turbo as i have nothing really over 4k revs, checked ecu all fine, on diag, any ideas which pipe it might be or where is goes as i cannot find it atall. many thanks tom

Ive got a r33 gts/t rear rack complete with arms my arms have play on both inner joints under the rack gaiters .Will these arms fit a z32 they look the same not sure about thread pitches anyone know thanks taff.

Tucked the zed in the garage and went on hols for 2 weeks - come back and it's playing up - can anyone shed some light for me please: Symptoms are for a TT manual 1990. Coming to a stop the engine cuts out when idling - if the throttle is blipped it almost cuts out - sometimes it does... The main radiator fan is on full time The fuse named "engine cont" keeps blowing - everytime I add a new one. The "lights" warning light is on the dashboard and the battery light is on - but faint. ECU check shows code 55.... wierd... Plus engine sounds ruff and is smoking from exhaust (never done this - not even slightly before CATS are in too) Any ideas plea…

I go on holiday for 2 weeks - Zed nicely tucked up in the garage..... Ran perfectly before, I return from holiday and it's playing up! Symptoms are as follows (TT manual) Engine stalling when pulling up to a stop... car idles fine but if you blip the throttle the engine almost dies (and sometimes it does).... Plus the fuse in the engine fuse box keeps blowing - it's the one marked "engine cont". The word "light is illuminated on the dash and the battery light has a faint glow! Any ideas - thanks as always guys...

Some of you may know about the nightmare I've had trying to get the guy who fitted my toad alarm to connect it to the central locking (he couldn't do it!) Anyway I've decided to not call back this guy for the umpteenth time only to be told he still has no clue. So... can anyone recommend a company that could connect my toad ai606 (not sure if the model number is right) alarm to my central locking for me. Thanks in advance, Al

Hi All, Was stuck on the M6 today, not moving at all...so hot outside too..was looking at the Amb temp gauge on the Air Con panel, it was 37..38 39 - 45, i thought sh*t..but it wil be ok by this time i had my heating on High at 40deg (roof was off!!) then looked down again, and its was at 60! Pulled over just incase on to the hard shoulder, got the bonnet up and gave 10mins..it had dropped to about 44 and the traffic was moving a bit more, so all was fine. My oil and coolant is fine got them both flushed abd changed the weekend (nice to meet you Paul!), so im just wondering if i would of carried on at 60deg would it of been ok? I know this is just the outs…

Good Evening All. I am abit stumped when it comes to radar scanners, So far I have been looking at the different types of snoopers and also the Road Angel Series but cannot decide on which to go for. I have read very good comments about the two. Basically what im trying to say is what radar scanner do you recommend and why? Many thanks rob

AM I WRIGHT IN SAYING THAT THE LEFT BANK /OR NEAR SIDE ARE FAR EASYER TO TAKE OF AND IF THIS IS THE CASE DOSE ANYINE HAVE THE DESRTUCTIONS SO AS I CAN DO MYSELF OR IS IT FULL OF PITFALLS? :bow:

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I am new to 300ZX and currently own a 2.2VTEC Honda Prelude which is a lot of fun but I am thinking of upgrading when I soon turn 25. I love the idea of a twin turbo engine and the power it must produce, I love the styling and the interior looks a lot more interesting than any modern BMW or Merc. I have many questions about buying the right 300ZX that hopefully you kind people can help me out with. Cheers. 1. Briefly, what are the different specs, models available. My brief research so far has led me to the 3.0L twin turbo and 3.0L non-turbo but is there such thing as a 4.5L TT or i…

I am new to 350ZX and currently own a 2.2VTEC Honda Prelude which is a lot of fun but I am thinking of upgrading when I soon turn 25. I love the idea of a twin turbo engine and the power it must produce, I love the styling and the interior looks a lot more interesting than any modern BMW or Merc. I have many questions about buying the right 350ZX that hopefully you kind people can help me out with. Cheers. 1. Briefly, what are the different specs, models available. My brief research so far has led me to the 3.0L twin turbo and 3.0L non-turbo but is there such thing as a 4.5L TT or is it urban myth? 2. How does the Fairlady marque differ from the std or other marque…

Hi guys. got me half a dozen HKS S40i Irridium sparkers for my ride. Any advice on gapping would be appreciated.

had an annoying ordeal with my TT import. Have just finished my luuuurvly boot install (pics to follow) and all was great... for a few hours. the next day, I opened up the boot (via the pullswitch in the drivers side - push for fuelcap, pull for bootcatch) to open up the boot to show of, my, er boot. the same time the fuel flap opened up, and it seems that the catch has gone up inside the car. doh!!! anyone else had this problem before, and can advise the easiest way to get to this blighter?

Any suggestions on which brand/model? Open to everything at the moment, so give me some ideas!

this is what happen to my friend with his TT. But in both case, idle is stable. Need some help thank you

I think one of my turbos is leaking oil therefore want to start saving up for two new ones..... Is there something i can replace which will be better and quicker than standard or even a little more boost without having to start changing anything else to strengthen any other engine parts. Costs too would be good thanks........

My wheels are being refurbed this week and are currently wearing 235/40/18 tyres. I want all new rubber on them - what should I go for? also what is the difference between those and 265/35/18's ? could I fir either?

My '92 UK Auto is stuck in first gear. Occurred about a mile into my journey when I put my foot down to overtake. Engages neutral OK & reverse but won't change up. Tried electronic diagnostics mentioned in another thread but no faults were found. Clutch burnt out? It's original box with 120K on the clock, time for a manual conversion? Any advice welcome!

Hi does anyone have a guide for changing brake pads on a 300? It'll be the first bit of DIY on my car since i've had it and don't want to make any silly mistakes! I've tried searching the site but you know how it is, you can never find anything when you want it! Cheers :smw:

Yet another confusing little problem. lol. I had two new fromt tyres fitted the other day and since then I've noticed a amount of vibration through the steering wheel. It was only a little at first but seems to be getting steadily worse. I've checked all the wheel nuts and they are all nice and tight. The vibration is worse at speed, the steering wheel seems to going 'left, right, left, right but only slightly if you know what I mean. The problem was not there b4 new tyres fitted and the tracking and rear camber were all done last week at Protyre. Does anyone know what my be causing this plz ???