General Discussions - 300ZX Related

I have an Alpine TVA-T017 incar TV in my 1990 JSpec NA Auto import. The TV works and is hooked up to aerials along the windscreens, but gets no TV reception because I believe the UK and Japan work on different systems. However, someone mentioned I might be able to upload a reprogramming module by IR (does anyone know anything about this). Optionally I could use the TV as a monitor for Consult. Anybody done anything like that? Thanks, Rory

is it worth uprating an auto box for the cost? if so what bits would i need and where from? or dare i say it, would it be best to convert to manual. Im not really arsed which one i end up with each has its pros and cons.

i believe you can get someone to chrome standard nissan parts (e.g. the bit that holds the bonnet up etc etc). Is that right? anybody know who i should get in touch with? cheers

Does anyone know if you can use a skyline gearbox to add a gear to the Z? I dont want to lose the cruising ability but i want a closer 'box so i want an extra gear. i know it isnt the same thing but they do it with the vauxhall 6-speed from the calibra turbo (with some relatively simple mods) so is it possible? anyone done it? any other box's i can use? or can i have a gear added to the standard box? Dont know if this has been discussed before but i cant find it on here by searching. I just keep getting stuff about speedo's. any help/advice appreciated. :)

Is there anyway i can find out wether the previous owner of my car was a member on here, and then find out any problems he had by doing a search?

I've finally picked up my first Z and I'm going to put my stereo in this morning. Under the hole where the head unit goes is a mesh grill with Bose written on it. There is nothing behind it and it's a bit scratched and looks tatty so what is there normally? Can I put a box with spring loaded flip top in there like on my old S13? The sides of the whole seems to narrow at the bottom so will this fit. If so, where can I get one. Thanks. Al

Hi, Does anyone know if there are different ones? got a new one to go on and it's different, have I been given the wrong one? Vijay

:confused: Does anybody know of 2 control units (Boost Controller, Turbo Timer) that will fit into the standard CD player hole but that will fit into one of the Nissan storage compartments with a flap on the front as Luke at Z Centre sells (ZC-ROC) so I can conceal the fact that I have them in there, only the Thick T**TS around by me will think they are some kind of stereo equipment and will probably break into my car and nick them (Outta Sight Outta mind). I have seen the Blitz ID Boost controller and Turbo Timer and they look Wicked side by side in the exact Standard CD player gap, is it possible to fit them into one of these compartments does anyone know ??? or any o…

My work colleague has been piping up that he's seen a zed in Chadwell Heath. He's noticed a web site sticker on it, which he thinks is our one. He also believes the car to be Silver. Sorry for the fuzzy description, but he's totally not into cars, but this one caught his eye. And next time I'me round his fixing his PC, we could arrange a mini meet. :duffer:

Am not getting any power to my LHS Headlight fuse. Can the individual section with Horn, RHS, and LHS Headlight be pulled from the front of the fuse box? Have tried taking out the white slidy thing , pulled back the clip, but it won't budge. How are the wires attached at the back? I'm worried it I pull to hard I'll feck it up. Cheers, Matt.

Dark grey Zed spotted on the M6 J26 south bound slip road about 12:45 today. Looked like a J-spec. Didn't see which way it went as I was going on to the M6 in the other direction.

Yellow beast (not sure it was stock yellow, seemed too intense), trick front, trick big spoiler, I -think- other body bits. About 2130 I think, I was on my way back from Tesco. ;) Didn't really see because I was trying to work out why the Audi in front was braking to a stop on an empty road (and for same reason didn't flash). I was in my silver surfer!

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…