General Discussions - 300ZX Related

First I would like to thank Ryan for helping me change this. I am past the halfway stage! Last night I connected the two metal pipes to the matrix, warmed up the engine let it run for 15mins NO LEAKS!! :) I removed the dashboard for this & there are two screws that are impossible to see if you attempt to change the matrix without removing the dash. One screw on the top matrix pipe. The other is the top screw that holds the plastic side cover to the matix, its at the back, right up at the top and its in a recess, there are 5 screws that hold the plastic cover in place,4 you can see. All I have to do now is put everything else back! Dashboard, plastic heater …

Hi all, Got a really cool gadjet that I want to get working in the car. Its basically a turbo timer/remote engine timer and alarm system all built into one unit. Now the problem is, that when I got my car it didn't come with the key fob. So I need to track down the company so that I can get a replacement one for it. The company? Starbo. Never heard of them myself, but it seems that allot of jap import cars come over with them fitted. The model of the unit is RS-701. I would really appreciate any information anyone has on these.. Thanks guys, Dave.

I need to find a competent Zed mechanic / tuner with excellent knowledge of 300ZX's. I am based in the North east but don't mind travelling. Whats most important is that i can leave my car and have "Peace of Mind." Therefore i need people to give me honest advise based on personal experiences. If you don't want to post on the board, please feel free to contact me on zoobcheck@hotmail.com Many Thx :D

As per previous thread I have been getting Fuel Temp Sensor probs. As was, the single wire connector broke on top of the sensor (the spade came off). Now this would obviously give me problems, but When it was disconnected car seemed to run ok? (it was only a short distance). Now is the sensor putting a voltage out or does it just work on resistance? Also, if wire is disconnected, would the resistance/voltage be so low ignition timings retard, etc. Does the ECU work out water temp is warm so fuel temp resistance but me at a certain OHMs.? I just want to prove if its sensor or wiring.

ive just bought my first zx a 2 seater can anyone tell me what the controls are all the controls for esp the red button on the auto gear shft and the specifications on this model are as far as in aware its a 1990 also where is the storage for the t tops many thanks ronttuk :dance:

i need some info on converting my jap import speedo 2 a uk spec...do i need just the speedo or do i need any conversion kits and were's the best place to buy...

has anyone had one of these chips fitted they quote £511 inc fitting and claim +70bhp i'm getting a TT manual JDM has no mods any advice welcome shall I do it!

how much should i pay for a uk zed white in very good condition but has no tax or test and is on a k plate ???? but not shaw? this car has 1 owner i think from new and he is dead now ive just found this car in a warehouse next to mine and it belongs to the boss of the warehouse i rent he was 80 years old and died last year the car has been in dry storage since and forgoten about iam looking to making a offer for it or if someone is intressed them selves let me know and i could make a offer for you as i allredy have a zed

Hi Guys, need some useful info regarding Satellite Navigation for routes/maps around UK with voice support. Which ones are the best ones and how much should I be looking to spend....links will be very helpful with your personal recommendation??? Many Thanks with advance. Regards Ammar

hi can anyone help me.anywhere below 50mph ish i get a lot of vibration throughout the car and i don't have a clue as to what it could be.on a seperate issue every now and then i get a missfire,jerky feeling if driving the car normal and have to accelerate to clear it.sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't.thanks for any advice guys.

Hi, Does anyone know what a bodyshop would use for filling any scratches/gouges/chips in plastics before painting. I need to get something 100% smooth. Thanks Vijay

Pearl yellow Z32 between Marton and Coulby Newham at around 5.15pm - 18/03/04 - anyone?

Hi all, in need of your opinions on this. My zed is currently in the bodyshop being fitted with some sideskirts. The sprayer called me up today to ask if I wanted the skirts sprayed in the textured anti-stonechip paint to match the lower parts of the front and rear bumpers or use the normal smooth stuff. He also said that if I did go for a smooth finish then the car would not look right unless he removed the bumpy paint from the bumpers aswell to match the skirts. This of course is all gonna be more money. The guys in the bodyshop seem to think it would be better to spray the skirts in the stonechip paint as being fibreglass it will help alot to kee…

Hi, Does anyone know how hot it gets in the engine bay? I've been looking into timing belt covers and have been asked how hot it will get near them. Thanks Vijay

Does anyone know of anywhere that does refurbs on alloy wheels? Preferably somewhere in the North West or Wales. My 18" wheels have got some kerb damage + the paint is coming off the centre caps. Cheers, Shaun

Saw a blue zed coming from Thame, heading to Long Crendon today, 9am'ish. Think plate started K474?

Saw a White Z today in the local Nissan dealership, wondered if it was anybody from this site. First one I've seen not in bits since I got mine a couple of months ago. Looked sweet.

Does anyone know of any Z mechanics in Leeds????

Does anyone know of a way to completely get rid of rust. I have some rust on rear sils. Or does anyone know of a decent bodyshop???? West Yorkshire. Cheerz

I keep getting error 42 (Fuel temp sensor) I have found by moving the wires on the top passenger side of engine (bit vague I know) near middle plug I can get car running again. Now there is a single black sleeved wire (brown in middle I think going to a sensor) - is this the fuel temp sensor. There is also a 2 plugged wire going to another sensor right beside it - whats this one? Thanks

I have a super megaphone up my rear-end (ooeeer) and I was wondering if this has increases horses by much? :duffer:

As before..... >> I was doing some work last night on the fuel lines, and noticed that the vacuum hose was split again!! I only replaced it a couple of weeks ago! As soon as I opened the engine I heard a loud hissing next to the battery, and sure enough the pipe's ruptured almost in half this time! Why is this happening?? :confused: :confused:

Peeps, Am very keen to swap the driver door card of my RHD Jap TT 2+2 with the passenger door card of a LHD. i.e. with proper interior door handle etc.etc. Can anyone (traders??) get hold of one these in the next couple of weeks??? How much?? Thanks Rich

Keep seeing a black 350 on Canvey Island and Basildon. Any takers?

I currently have 265/35/18's on the back 245/40/18's on the front. The thing is i need to change the back tyres, at the monent they look really tight on the rim and dont protect the rim at all. Ive just measured my rear rim with some calipers and they measure about 10 1/4 inch (im guessing they are 10inch!). Now they dont rub at the monent but at some point they have rubbed on the inner rear wheel arch (some how? - im guessing because of the four wheel steer in a drift? - by some pro in japan???!). Anyway i need some tyres, Can i go to 285/35/18's? is it recommended?, is anyone doing this on 10inch wide rims? is their any chance of inner arch rubbing? …