General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Disks: How do I get the disks off? Calipers: Do I have to bleed the whole brake system in order to swop out the calipers? (Someone in an earlier threads suggested just clamping off the flexible brake lines. Can I just plug in new calipers and carry on as before without having to bleed the system?) Thanks for any tips.

Getting right pissed off. Washing car doesnt ever clean the soot like deposits off the rear - it gets covered and I MEAN covered in black sooty shite. It will come off with either an oily rag or some isopropyl alcohol, then I wash the car - drive it up the dual carriageway to dry it - come back and theres a thin mist of black over the rear again. I dont notice it smoking if I boot it a bit, but every now and then I get a little puff of dark smoke when on low revs after I have been out and about at speed. Does it sound like turbos are knackered or just running rich?

can i fit one of these to the zed? http://www.potn.com/-_c2913_3185_p1823025.htm

Heater fan not blowing and lcd display on unit not lighting up have checked fuses they are ok,aircon compressor is operating,heater fan works,bulbs for lcd display are ok, 5 volt live feeds to control unit seem ok,does anyone have an idea suppose its either going to be control unit or amplifier pack ps can this be checked on conzult and who in sussex/kent area would have one sorry for my very un-technical jargon

I have what sounds like something between escaping air or a metal bracket vibrating( sorry hard to explain) coming from inside of nearside wing dissapears above 2000rpm any ideas anyone?

I was just wondering about how the viscous fan is supposed to operate. With the car off is it supposed to move freely? Would this mean a clutch failure? Can someone explain to me exactly how it is supposed to operate and what are the symptoms of clutch failure? Thanks!

Okay so i've been driving the car for 3 days since all the work and tonight I noticed a wierd noise coming from the engine bay. It is only there at low revs (under 1000rpm) and sounds like a very fast chirping, almost like theres a hand full of crickets in there. I'm guessing its a belt that need tightening, any other thoughts? Yas

I only paid for the Z this morning and haven't picked it up yet, but already the mod bug has bitten. Although the interior itself is pretty much ok as it is, the dials seem to let it down a bit. So, does anyone know of any alternative options for the dials? I've seen the white dials on Zcentre, but does anyone do anything like indiglow dials?

Simple question from a newby Does anyone know how to take the glove box out ?? The catch is broken Of course I can do it but I want to do it properly so as to avoid damage Whats the correct sequence..doesnt tell me in the service manual :) Cheers

red z heading to newbury very shiny today around 12-12:30

Probably been answered before but my idle seems to sit too high sometimes around 1500 then drops but for some reason will just rise again. Would disconnecting the idle valve (yellow connector) be ok to do? I'll do this when the car is warm and see how it feels for a day if it doesn't rise would this mean i need to take it out and give it a good clean or at worst replace it? Cheers

Neighbour said he saw a G reg Black Z with bigish 300ZX logo's down either side!! Somewhere in Leicester! Anyone????

Anyone got any tips to help fit hard pipes as they are very tight? Thanks.

just a question about changing in to 5th very quick at high speed is it normal to grate gears with quick shift fitted, done it on 2 gearboxes now wonder is it a disign fault like 2nd gear being notchy cold as well ???cos personally these manual boxes are shite I wish i had kept the auto....................something i never thought i would say. :nono:

It seems that as soon as I fix something, balance isn't restored until something else breaks. Current problem is the remote central locking. The alarm has its own actuator, which operates on the driver's door. This then triggers the existing central locking for the passenger door. It looks like this actuator is now dead. The alarm was already in the car when I bought it, so I have no idea why they didn't use the existing actuator and since the wiring is already in place, I would rather just replace the dead actuator than molest the factory wiring. Unfortunately I can't find one. It is made by Spal and looks like a Kazoo sized U-Boat. http:/…

After a long chat with the zed centre I think im going to remove my rear spoiler and buy a smooth tailgate skin.. Question 1: My spoiler has the brake (see pic) and fog light built in to it, by saying fog light I mean that if I press the fog light button in my car the brake light will stay on. Question 2: How do I put a brake light in like the below pic? Regards, Matt

can it be done and what are the sizes, offsets and other stuff i need to know pls, im upping my wheels seen as though i carnt lower my car, i need to fill the arches, what tyres can i fit on and i already have a 25mm spacer set. i want 9" front and 10" rear thx karl

I was at the lights near the train station in Crawley town in my black ZED looking all cool and all that lol then I see another black ZED drive past me and not even say hi. Next time you see me say hi as its a ZED thing.....

To anyone who has fitted these - please send me photos of locations you mounted the ballast box. Mine are just sort of wedged (temporarily) behind the lights. Ive tried *everywhere*, couldnt get it to stick under lights, could not find a suitable place under the nose panel as they just seemed to bounce about on the flimsy thin metal bracket. and lastly. . . do you put electrical tape around the spade connectors that go into the supply to stop moisture / dirt going in? Cheers

hi, i have a nice set of (18x10 & 18x8) ATS split rims, trouble is there off a vauxhall omega! is there some way of adapting either the wheels or the stud pattern of the 300? thankyou steve :)

If i was to short pins 4 & 5 together on the headlamp dimming relay would that stop the dipped lights from turning off when you flash main beam? If not what pins do I need to short together?

Hi guys I have not been on here for ages as I wrote my Z off over a year ago. I have decided to get rid of the number plate and come on here to see if anyone is interested but I found I can't post in the Items for sale. I would gladly make a contribution to the club if my plate sold on here but I don't really want to join just to try and sell my plate. The plate is Z related but I am not going to say anymore as I don't want to break any rules about advertising. Anyone got any Ideas or advice other than don't be a cheap skate and pay the fee? Cheers Ady

My first Z!! :dance: 1992 300zx N/A Targa import, metallic burgundy, totally standard apart from the rather nice wheels. 59k miles FSH, immaculate in every way. £3895 Well pleased, pics coming soon!

Was just wondering: Since the CC track day I have a little jerking when changing into gear, no slipping or anything. Is this likely to be the clutch or just the linkage bits could do with adjusting(technical term!). The clutch isn't that old. Also is this item worthwhile/good value: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Nissan-300ZX-Twin-Turbo-Fast-Road-Clutch_W0QQitemZ4570784824QQcategoryZ10402QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Up on eBay by AndyZ - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/300ZX-ARC-AFTERMARKET-DUMP-VALVES-BOV_W0QQitemZ4571439877QQcategoryZ10402QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem are they any good as I need to replace my pipes as well.