General Discussions - 300ZX Related

I had a hicas leak that now has been fixed, however I now have this very interesting whirring noise coming from the area of the power steering pump / alternator. It can be heard in the cabin as well. I am reasonably sure that because of the leak the steering pump is going. I haven't diagnosed the exact problem yet but it sounds like it could be the pump. Does anyone know how long it would take a good mechanic to change the power steering pump? and if neccessary the alternator? Cheers Chris

Some numpty canning the crap out of a mondeo on the A425. Anyone here? :D

do i need the box directly after my cats(1990 jap tt auto), I am told that it is the balance box?? am getting decatted today and just want to make sure i can get rid of this box too(cos its got a bloody great hole in it!!) thanks guys

After fitting a HKS EVC 3 (Thanks again John), Im wondering whether I can run a little more boost. Before I fitted my boost guage sat at 14-15psi with boost jets. The HKS EVC3 in LOW mode sets a max of 1 bar but this does not take my boost guage above 10psi. I appreciate my guage may not be calibrated if before It was running and showing 15psi then can I push my boost up into the HIGH on the EVC and try and get the same without any problems? Does anyone PLEASE have a instruction manual for this controller or can tell me what settings they are running? MAny many MANY thanks

Hi Guys after removing my PRVR's and my AIV's I now have low vaccum. I used to have -20 ish at idle but now I'm down to -14ish. Is this right ?. I thought this was down to boost leaks with the new Greddy IC's but after fixing these I'm still sitting at -14. Any ideas ?

as above, need to know roughly for a system flush. thank you Matt

Reg G34 ***, overtook you in my Mondeo 1.8 :rofl::rofl: at about 8:15 Anyone admit that? :D

I recently posted a question regarding the odometer ''jamming'' well i have it out and i just cant see what could jam it? - its very clean and seems fine. i have read this artical: http://www.angelfire.com/geek/vg30dett/Cluster/Fix_Cluster.htm But the difference between his and mine is mine has ''tamper proof'' screws and a big chunk of metal stopping you gaining access to the motor worm gear!! (see pic) Any ideas on how to get these screws out, or any advice on this matter? Thanks Tom

Can anyone tell me if Im likely to pick up a battery from my local Halfords (for my zed). And if so what type no I need cos my present one is Japanese. Thanks. Chris

Im in the states at the mo (its so bloody cheap out here!) spent loads! but nos do a kit specific for the 300 (turo or na) iv spent the past month searching for the best kit & this seems to be it, iv just bought the kit and im back in the uk next week and should have it fitted in a couple of weeks so ill keep you all posted, it only cost $499 (about 277 pounds) :shock: thats with a 10lb bottle and all fittings etc the part number is NOS 05117 not sure on the price in the uk :dance: look on summmitracing.com look on air and fuel then nitrous oxide then NOS efi nitrous oxide systems if you already knew this sorry, if not hope it helps! :) i…

ok this is an old old subject but here goes, the main prob with the 300 is?? :x: the weight right? well an american company (im in the states at the mo) do a kit and they make kits for the huge american trucks. Now if ten or more order (check site for details) they will make a custom kit! they are bolt ons and iv seen some of there work on big trucks so our doors should be fine, look on http://www.verticaldoors.com if enough people are interested then it may work?! shiping would be a bit but between 10 or more would be quite cheap, any takers? or any1 found anything better? i really want this doing!! :dance: :)

i have just started a 300zx twin turbo after its been stood for a year and half it started first time but i think engine is missing what should i do? change oil and filter and the plugs or leve it running for a some time? :rolleyes:

Anyone could give me an web address for buying 2nd hand twin engine.thx 4 everyone

have just bought a digital camera and want to attach a thumbnail pic to the thread.As simple explanation as poss,not the most computer liturate,and i know alot of you post thumbnails on a regular basis!so how does one do this :) thanks

In the last few days my Z has pick up a bad habit of smoking but it look like snooty smoke ,and when you go to boot it it seems to top out way before the red line .This car is fitted with a JWT chip of Andy ,it also smoke on tick over after a few min I have a pcv kit to fit but not sure if that is the promble.Just hope it not forked :bow: .Went to the warwick show a few weekend a go and she run there and back like a dream first go run for a bit ,but she is run every days to and back from work about 8miles in total ,street miles not motorway

Not havin a good day 2 day.......just noticed that the 2 bridgestone SO3's I had fitted about 9 weeks ago are looking a bit low on tread again....although the two SO3's which I had fitted on the front about six weeks ago are fine at the mo.....also the nearside rear is slightly worse than the offside.... Oh yea 4got to say i'm not that bad a driver.....ok only the odd 140mph thrashing......but apart from that i've ben a good boy.... Can anybody help...are bridgestones shite...or is there another problem :cry:

my rad has gone on my zed where is the best place to get 1 and how much are they i need one fast as i cant get the car to the body shop with out it. also how much are the uprated rads in alloy as i might get one of them instead

well popped the z up on a ramp and found the source of the prob. fooking great crack in the box after the cats!! am gonna get the guys at Longlife to just put longer pipes on 2m to bypass this box as well. should be ok as i have 2 back boxes anyway so.. should this be ok

heres that link on Courtesy I was telling you about (doesnt look like they ship it out of the USA anyway) http://www.courtesyparts.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=CP&Product_Code=32010-Z32TT

my car smokin and running likeone piston broken, turbos ok i think,where,s the best place to take it,and how much would it cost to fix,im not in a rush, just got a new micra through mobility,its got more gadgets than my z(but not the power) jon

ive attched a few photos, after i parked today and after returning to the car, i saw TWO coppers, placing a fixed notice on my car, and it states "in charge of vehicle causing unreasonable obstruction-near corner" as i'd seen them place it on the screen, i stayed clear as pointless argueing the toss, and dropping meself further in it, so i rang me wife to bring the camera down, (by the way ignore the yellow lines, i was in that respect parked legally) luckily AS she arrived with the camera the guy in the blue car parked behind me, so after taking that photo i then told him, and he moved in front, and THEN i asked him for his name and address lol, to confirm from my…

Hi, I know you guy's can help me out with a little problem i have with tyre size's. The reason im asking is that i have just won some wheels off ebay(seen them at the last minute!!). The wheels are described as 6 spoke RS 306, split rims 8 x 17". PCD 5 X 114.3, ET +31. What do you think i should go for??. Also will this now create a bigger gap between the tyre and wing meaning i have to lower the car :confused: thanks evry1 Jonce

Hi, I have recently noticed a ticking noise coming from under the car about half way along. Pretty much about where the drivers seat is. I know I have a dodgy prop bearing and have a new one on the way from the States at the moment. Could this noise just be the centre bearing really on its last legs or is there another problem lurking from under my Zed? Any ideas? Justin.

...underneath where the main throttle-body pipes attach, there's a couple of little ones. On the left (looking from the front) it attaches from the left. The right one pushes on from straight on. Anyone know what they're for? Mine keep blowing off if I run a decent amount of boost... which is a bit worrying seeing as I haven't got a cam-belt cover :eek:

:confused: Guys anyone got a contact number or web site for these guys cant seem to find a link any where. Cheers Matt :)