General Discussions - 300ZX Related

And I need to know what to expect, so I can hopefully have and idea if this Zed is healthy or not... 1) What's the power delivery like? In my previous cars I went from an 8v to a 16v and I thought the 16v was broken at first till I hit 5000rpm then it goes mad. What's the power curve like on a Zed TT, when do the turbos start to boost and what at what speeds does it go best? Do you get a kick and get pinned back into the seat, or is it a smooth building power delivery? 2) I know to check the boost gauge actually goes into the right hand side when giving it some, what should the other gauges be showing ie. Water temp, oil temp? pressure? etc.. …

Have just bought a 2+2 TT Auto, 88000kms. When braking at medium to low speeds there is sometimes an unusual feeling coming through the brake pedal, along with a noise from the front of the car. The brake pedal (under pressure) seems to lift slightly and then vibrate before going back to normal operation. This doesn't seem to effect the stopping distance. It sounds like it might be a fault with the ABS system, any thoughts would be much appreciated.:confused:

I've just managed to flog my 200SX, so I'm now in the market for a 300 at last :D :D I'm going to go for an import and have been recommended to check out the car auctions at Southampton docks as they seem to go for cheap money (~£3K for a 91 model) Does anyone have any experience of the auctions down there, i.e. are they flogging dogs for cheapo money? Would I maybe be better off going to one of the personal import companies and paying that bit extra for peace of mind? Does anyone have any numbers of the auction houses down there (there are a number of them apparently). I'm after a 91+ black, TT, SWB, manual with the targa roof hopefully - how likely …

Guys, I am just about giving up with my standard dipped beam, their a nightmare.......to the point where I may have to rush home before it gets dark!!!! I have heard of a few possible changes, and have seen Jeffs in action, that seems to make a difference with the foil, any other ideas and where can I get his foil conversion done? Thnx;)

Hello. I had an argument with my girlfriend over who would win in a drag between my TT manual and her brothers series 4. I know this is pretty dumb but I havent gone up against a rotar yet and I don't wanna look stupid. Any recommendations on BOV's either? :D

Who sells the conzult software? reckon it`d be better for me to have the opportunity to see exactly what my Zed is up to before I go plaguing Jeff, Luke or the forum with daft questions. Any help appreciated folks..thanks

I'm considering adding an induction kit - choice between Stillen,HKS and Sylvia Engineering(his own brand). Comments please? Geoff.

Hi, Has anyone used "Sylvia Engineering" in Essex? I was rec. him by a mate - comments please. Geoff.

Hi Guy's My rear boot spoiler has started to split. Now would be a good time to change to a Supra style spoiler. Can anybody give me a price to do this job. I know that i'll need a boot lid skin etc.But looking for a price as it's not a job i could tackle. Cheers Dave.

Anyone ever had it fitted? I'd love it, but imagine it'd be v expensive? Pete

OK, picked up my Zed Today :D :D Then had a heart attack a mile down the road when it spluttered to halt ... eek... thankfully it just ran out of petrol before i could get to a station - RAC soon sorted that!! Anyway stupid questions.... 1) how the hell do you lock the doors!! turn key but nothing happens, interior locks work though 2) how do you flip from dip to main beam... 3) car is sweet apart from a squeeking noise when clutch is pressed?? maybe a bearing somewhere? goes when clutch is lifted again. that's enough for now... opinions so far, 3rd is fun, 2nd is scary, haven't nailed it in first yet (too scared) Cheers, James

where is the cheapest place to get T/C with launch and adjustable slip any of you guys or gols got this fitted ps can you fit these to autos????

Just wondering why on the turbo boost guage there is a minus figure.. e.g. -7.....0.....+7.? Asked my mate the other day and he didn't have a scooby, so I'm now eagerly awaiting some amazing tech answer so I can impress him next time I'm loosing badly at pool down the local!! Mark

hi folks, 'perusing' z centre's site, and noticed in the bodykits section, a red zed with a strip accross arse end, its made of black vinyl and costs £25, but difficult to gauge quality/appearance. any of you folks got one of these on?? does it look 'tacky' - sorry z centre, or is it a credible alternative to proper round lights. vicky

Why is this? When my headlights are on the clock display etc go v dim, hard to read :confused: . Shouldn't they get brighter?! :rolleyes: Is it a battery related problem? I haven't got any big energy-sapping devices fitted. Cheers Pete

Anyone know any companies that will insure me on my Z just for a weekend?? Jay

just an enquiry spotted a siver zed traveling from the wrexham to bala road....with a big rear wing....any here own it..

Can anyone help me, i have been trying to find some rims ( 18 or 19 ) but a lot of the companys i have been calling dont stock any rims that are a direct fitment to the mighty 300ZX. Does anyone know the measurments of the PCD and off set as most of the companys have fopr the S14 200sx which i was told have the same PCD measurement as the 300zx. in desperate need of anyones advice and knowledge thanx guys and gals :cool:

My Zed, (stock import), has a turbo timer fitted and it was set to 20 second when I purchased it. It was reset when I changed my battery so I set it to 20 seconds. But I saw another thread where someone was using 60seconds. What do others use? What would you recommend? Thanks in advance. Mr. T. Lovejoy

Hi guys/gals, its coming up to the dreaded cambelt replacement time in my Jap NA soon at 54K. What I want to Know is what else should I be thinking about replacing/looking at /checking while front is in bits, that is sensible to do at the same time to save future expese/time etc.? Is it also a must to source correct belt etc. from Mr.Nissan, bearing in mind what JeffTT has been saying and does this also apply to other engine service replacemnt parts? The work will probably be done by local garage, who have been very good so far and work on BM,s , Lotii, mercs etc. as well as mine, but may use jap specialists Protech in Nailsea, will get quote first! Would…

Hi all, I've been looking at this: http://www.z32.org/html/foglights.shtml It looks like it might be a good alternative to the "Jeff Headlamp/Baco-foil" upgrade. Has anyone tried removing the glare guard from their fogs? Any comments on this? Is it legal? Do I need to inform my insurance company? :rolleyes: Should I change the bulbs while I'm doing this, and if so, what type of bulb are they? Appreciate your thoughts on any of this! Cheers, Russ.

This place used to be good? :D

I need a new engine and gearbox and am looking at buying a scrap Z to change the lot over and maybe get a bit of cash back by selling a few of the other goodies that I don't need. My only worry is it will be hard to know the exact condition of the engine/box unless it is driveable when I get it, although I will be able to swap bits from my old engine to fix minor stuff. My Z is a Jap spec auto but the cheapest way to do things looks like getting a manual Z and swapping the lot over. (Rebuilding the auto box to cope with about 400+ bhp is going to cost about £1500 alone) I am going to do the work with the help of a couple of forum mates and other car nuts I know. …

Hi Just noticed that I have a couple of bulbs out. One headlight bulb has died, so I'll take the opportunity to get a pair of brighter ones. What do people recommend for this - I don't want any problems accociated with 100W ones I've found searching, just a little brighter. Do Halfrauds sell 'em or it is a case of mail order cos its an import? Also one brake light is v dim, I haven't investigated this yet, just been told by a mate who was following (or trying to :D:D). He says there is some light, but not much. Again, can I source these bulbs easily? How many are there per brake light? Sorry to those people with bigger probs :( , I'm sure I'll have those in…

My 300zx '92 Airbag Warning Light is blinking. The dealer said I should change the "Airbag Module" (That's very expensive). Some Idea about this issue? Could be another solution?