General Discussions - 300ZX Related

intermittent power steering at low speeds pump or speeed sensor?

I'm thinking of buying a 300ZX but I've realised that I don't know very much about what to look for! I know that the standard engine is 3 litre but are they also V6 as standard? What's the book BHP before any mods? etc. etc. I've got about £6000 to spend so I realise it would be around a 90 to 94 plate; what do I need to look for to find a good one? Any help or advice anyone has would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Dave

OK, I spent a while reading up, looking in the papers, online ads etc, and I think what I want to do is import a Z. I want a Manual TT, 2+2 (got a little'un), Targa top, in Black or Silver, and I want low mileage, preferable below 20k just to annoy a mate who has an astra turbo (lol) with 21k on the clock. I'm willing to pay the going rate to get what I want, or maybe even a bit more for a good service ;) Can anyone recommend to me, preferably through personal experience, a high quality importer? I really do want a real minter of a car, and will be really effed off if i get anything less lol I'm down near brighton, and looking around, searching etc, there d…

I have a small hesitation when I try to pull away quickley. It only happens from idle ( like off the lights) or when in traffic. But it is not noticeable under normall driving conditions. Dont forgett I drive an Automatic N/A so it's not a problem with those Wizzzzzie things that you TT guy's have!! :tongue: Chris..

On the way home tonight [only took car 4 MoT] she lost all power and loads of smoke started coming from drivers side hope it is not turbo can any body suggest cheers yewcheck :cry: :cry:

this is prob gonna end up a stupid question but dont no nowt about throttle boddies ive heard ov people puttin larger ones on there car i can get a set ov tt ones will they fit na zed are these bigger or the same size.

I Would just like to say Thankyou to Houghton insurance in Luton today for insuring My Z. I declared absolutely Everything to them below and there rate was £300 lower than any one else. you should at least give them a try. For comparison, mine is an Import 300zx Twin Turbo Manual mods declared lowered, 19" wheels, Retrim, stage 2 hybrid Turbos, JWT chipped ECU, MOMO Steering wheel, Apexi Boost Controler, Rear Lights cleared, Alpine/Gennisis ICE setup, Wood dash kit, Aftermarket Dials, Custom Detailing under Bonnet, Blitz Twin Airfilter Setup, SE Stainless Exhaust, Jwt underdrive Pulley, Scarab Bumper And Tailgate skin, 355 Brembo Brake Upgrade, Stainless Brak…

Hi, Been going to this place for years and they have a mature attitude to the Test. They know that the Zed does not require Cats because they are not listed by the DOT and about the amount of play in the A arms. Their name is Clapham North MOT's and their number is 0207 274 3772, tell them I sent ya and you are a member of the owners club!

I got one of these on my car but I dont know when the filter was last changed. Are they washable or do I have to buy a new filter? Anyone know where I can buy one if I need to?

I need to arrange a lowloader to pick up my zed (lancashire wolverhampton, birmingham) asap As anyone got any phone numbers/websites of firms they have used thanks

Car the other morning warmed up then when warm couldnt get to tick over - kept dying. Looked under bonnet and my TPS was loose - now sliding this back and forth as such changes the revs but Im sure there is a voltage on one of the wires to set it to. From what I remember someone said as a rough guide to set base you can switch ignition onand move it till you hear a click then move back slightly and tighten. Thing is I cant hear a click? I thought you had to have engine running then get .4v off one of the wires? Also car seems slightly lumpy when driving around - could this be related?

Just a quickie this one - are there any tricks to getting the door mirror appart without breaking the mirror glass in the process? I see there are some screws holding the casing together, and another screwhole in the bottom of the housing that the diagram shows a screwdriver used to remove the glass from the actuator. But it doesn't explain how... Thanks!

When i turn the key to start my car, it makes the most hidious scraping noise and the car fails to turn over. Then i try again and it scrapes a bit then turns over fine :rolleyes: Is this a starter motor on the way out?? If it isnt then what the hell is it? Its waking the dead at 6am when i go to work :mad: Thanks for any help -

about 7.20 this morning anticlockwise. black(purple?) Z blasting the arse off BMW 840. made it look easy(i was following in silver celica). particlarly liked the flames from exhaust. LMAO :xxx: not so sure about decals down side, bit too boy racery :) nick

I bought a normally aspirated 300 recently. The roads have been pretty slippery so it seems plenty quick enough. But maybe one day I'll want more power. I realise turboing it would cost what... £4K maybe? But I reckon nitrous would be more like £1K. Does anyone know if it's been done? can the engine and gearbox handle the extra power ok? Cheers folk :dance:

Hi all, I am still trying to crack this little problem with my new Zed. I have got wurring noises from the rear and vibrations coming through my seat. I have visited my local mechanics and he thinks it might well be a rear wheel bearing as the vibrations don't get any better when the car is put into neutral and no vibratations could be felt when I put my hand on the transmission tunnel. I was also told that I had had a new gearbox mounting bracket. Something else I know can be a cause of vibrations. This surely eliminates a dodgy mounting bracket though? The mechanic is sure it is a rear wheel bearing. I am not convinced though as I am not su…

My 92 J spec TT is due its big service, cam belts ,water pump , ancilliary belts, plugs , oil , the whole 9 yards.........does anyone know of a good mechanic with Zed knowledge in the North West Lancashire area that i could entrust with looking afer my Baby ?? Stebbs :bow:

After finally finding the faulty replay behind the main fuse caused the ABS/ HICAS lights to illuminate while drivinbg and would not allow the car to start, I noticed that while I was trying to determine the root cause of the problem, I found numerous components were sodden with water. All of the relays affixed to the back of the main fusebox under the dashboard had to be removed, the holders (which were contaminated with rust, green deposits, amongst other things) all had to be cleaned out, filed and restored to their former glory, along with the contacts on the relays. Other components examined during the investigation, like the starter relay inside the wheel arch …

Hi, can anyone help me by checking some part number for the 60k service, have been into Nissan today and collected the parts but some of them have different numbers to what I found on the net and dont want to start this job on Sunday and been left without a car, items are .. 1302845P86 timing belt 11720V5303 fan belt 2120042L01 thermostat 2101022P27 water pump they also said the a/c belt and power steering belt are the same and gave me 11950F6501 x 2 is that right? if any of you have your reciept and can check I would be most grateful, thanks, Richard. vehicle is a 1990 N/A. :confused:

Am going to lower my Z UK TT and have read that it would be wise to also fit adjustable suspension arms. Guess this would mean front and rear. Anybody know where i might get these for a reasonable price and has anybody fitted any? Your experiences will obviously influence my decision. Sorry for all the posts folks but thought best split up my questions.

Looking to replace suspension on UK TT. Gonna go for a slightly lowered setup and am wondering what is available out there for a reasonable price?

Both front tiebar bushes are coming close to needing replacing so have decided to go the whole hog and replace all the bushes front and rear. Obviously i am wondering whether to upgrade to polybushes or stick to standard ones? Will also be doing a full suspension change at same time so consider that too. Links to sites also appreciated

anyone body know where i can access an online workshop manual for the UK TT. Preferably where i can download the info and print it out. Pukka Nissan would be nice so my local helpful all round good guy mechanic can study what he needs to do to change my clutch and other mods i am going to have done. For real this guy is the workshop manager at a main dealer(not nissan)having started at the bottom, and is going to work on my car at weekends using their equipment and his time for next to nothing. He is a really good mate and i need to repay him somehow. Anybody from the Isle of Man?He is going to race there this year in the sidecars and thought maybe i could arrange somethi…

Am needing to replace my clutch shortly on 92 UK TT. Wondering whether to upgrade from standard and what to go for? Should i also replace the flywheel with a lightened one? Am looking to do some minor mods ie intake, boost jets,zorst so presumed upgrade the best option but which one? You guys and girls prob have numerous different types so all replies and recommendations will be greatly appreciated ( especially links to sites where i can find them at stupidly low prices ha ha i wish)

Looking for a good paint sprayer in north yorkshire-north of leeds area-to spray my hatch and spoiler and do some repair work to door and wing. Quality is important more than price but obviously dont want to be ripped off. Any help from anyone ?