General Discussions - 300ZX Related

I recently bought my Z and before I start it, or even use the automatic gearbox, should I at least read the manual? Someone said ... "Read the manual you got with the car" and then quoted the manual as saying... "What the manual basically says is that under normal driving conditions use D, rapid overtaking etc. O/D off. Towing or going up steep incline use 2 or 1. That's pretty much it apart from the additional power button you import guys have." But close examination of the manual revelled... Is it better to spout advice without reading the manual and hope I do not get found out or check my facts before pontificating? Any inp…

With my new autoglym set, what can i say.. it looks superb, used super resin polish and glass polish, they reccommend using the glass polish for thr rubebr trim, but it didnt do anything, but the super resin poish made them nice and black. Wish I had a camera now to take a photo its so shiny ------------------

indicators stopped working fuse is ok where is the relay for them. or is there anything else i should be looking for.

Going to be replacing the worn out shocks with nice new Koni adjustables. Anyone know if the old dust boots will fit. Is there anywhere to get cheap new ones cos mine are split anyway.

Just thought I'd share a little info regarding the Avon tyres I had fitted to the front of my Zed. These were 235/45 ZR17s and made a terrible drone above 45 mph. It sounded to me like the wheel bearing were rumbling and when I was advised to change the tyres, I was suspisious to say the least. The problem was, there was still plenty of life left in the Avons. However, I replaced them this morning with a couple of Toyo Proxy's and, hey presto, the horrible noise has gone! Don't think I'll be buying Avon's again, despite their good grip qualities.

Anyone got idea/web site etc where i can source the Razo gear shifter for me auto,cheers.

Hey Guys, Need some advice. I have a 300zx tt Jap Auto, and was thinking about fitting a dump valve. To be honest its just cos i luv the sound. But as it is an auto would they still work as well? Also which one would you recomend? Many thanks

hi mate, if you see this msg this morn can you call me at work - 01227 711112 if not ill try to call ya mon (if your ever there!!!) ------------------ I feel the need, the need for speed!

ok, my clutch is starting to slip now so i guess i may as well replace it with an uprated one - any recomendations on which one/how much/where to buy??? nothing too heavy, at the mo just got induction & zorst, plan to chip & boost increase after and thats about it, so if we're to believe JWT's data, thats about 400bhp (which im lead to believe is a little optimistic) also while im there i was thinking of fitting a lightened flywheel, again, recomendations/cost/where from?? also anyone whos done this - how much difference did it make?? been quoted about £400 a piece from the smithmeister, was hopeing to spend a little less if poss!! courtesy c…

Who has the first Z (as in manufactured) on the forum? When i bought my first Z it was the 196th Z made thought it was the easliest id ever see untill i saw one that beat it by nearly 100!. The first ones will be J spec (as they got em first) most probably registered on an F pleate but maybe on a G judging by DVLA's standards. If your chasis no is 500001 you have the first Z. Then again its probably on some jap scrapheap, but it would be interesting to see where the first Z is. B19RKS

went to yhr local car auctions tonight, and was horrfied to see an m reg zed in the line up, grey in colour, 90 odd thousand miles... hasten to say i diddnt stick around to se how much it went for... i would still be crying no doubt... what a shame to see these things at auction... ------------------

Anyone know of any alternative buttons for a Momo type wheel? I ideally want one with 2 buttons so I can rig up a couple of accessories to it. Seen some on Demon Tweeks site but they look a bit naff. [This message has been edited by ChrisC (edited 28-09-2002).]

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well, having finally found two insurance companies that have no problem with me modding my zed as much as i like upto 400bhp, then i am finally going to consider the works. i have already had new turbos, engine rebuild and run boost controller, chip exhaust, and intake. going to think about the wide arch kit now, respray, wide wheels and lowering springs, maybe a few other engine mods but nothing else serious. the main thing now is getting traction as in low gears i spin a lot. Also had polyurethane bushes put on recently to tighten things up a bit and new 3gbrakes brakes all round. man!! this zed stuff is addictive!!. steve

lads i know this is the wrong forum but need as many to see it as possible, as well as the Z i own a 200zx s14 on a 99 plate V , 42000 miles red manual, 14 months warranty transferable and 1 years tax , FSH , the car is immaculate , im asking 8300 for it as i need to see it quick we already own 3 cars , but im getting no bites on it , i cant understand this as i see them regualar on the forcourts for about 10k+ if you know anyone looking for a nice car whats been well looked after plz give them my details any help is much appreciated thx . pics are in my rides section Chris

Finally got to court yesterday after waiting 5 months for the summons. 100.1 on motorway = 6 points and £145 fine. Not to bad I think. Still get to drive me lovely motor, but will be off road any way replacing the shocks. Would have prefered a small ban. [This message has been edited by Devil (edited 27-09-2002).]

We all know that the Z lights are pointless. My experience found it nearly impossible to drive down a road with no lights with just the head lights. I am not joking. There was just a slight fuz on the ground of my head lights. Changed my bulbs from normal ones to Xenon ones becuase one of my blubs where blown and they only had cheap bog standard ones, and Halfords had the wrong lights listed in thier little book, but thats another story. Anyway. Night came and I tried these new lights which where meant to be 30% brighter, I could see a great difference.......... on one side. The passenger side was really bright and I could seen where the focus of the was on the …

doesnt matter if they are broken,just want some cheap if anyone has any then email me

finishes in 12 hrs at $132 so far http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1862556140&rd=1

Can anyone please tell me the colour of the wire,that is used for the rear stock amp on a UK car.Fitted a Pioneer unit and the rear speakers don't work GRRRRRRRRRRR!!! ------------------ KEEP IT SIDEWAYS!

I also have a Custom made Sub box with 2 JL Audio 10W6 Subs in it which will fit any 2+2. Its trimmed in black trunkliner and has a bannana terminal for quick removal. I also have a big alpine v12 amp to run it. if anyone needs car hi-fi stuff im probably the man u wanna talk to. Even if you just want some advice. J.

Hi all - I've been away - or really speaking, I am still away. Just imagine my gobsmackedness when, within 24 hours of arriving on an island with a speed limt of 20mph, I see a Zed! Is this the oddest place to find a Zed or what? And, later in the week, we find out that the Zed vs Skyline controversy rages even here. Oh, and here's the volcano this morning from our hotel room And here's the advert www.visitmontserrat.com 5,000 people, one beautiful island, big chill, even bigger volcano. Yours blissed out with an ice-cold Carib in hand (glug glug) - Gio ------------------

some of you may remember the other day i posted about my situation with a certain company fitting my alarm !! well as you know i had no lights , as ive just spent 30 mins in halfords carpark pulling all the fuses out 1 by 1 and not finding any blown ones so i rang jefftt and he tells me hes seen the situation before and will email me the fuse convertion from the jap Z's , thx jeff mate , but no longer require it as i sorted it by checking the online manual and hints etc the stupid idiots had pulled the fuse out and placed it in the wrong slot , thats why i couldnt find a blown one , ive learnt my lesson from now on the Z only goes to peeps who kn…

wat is the right temp for ya car at running temp how high should it go bfr i get worried. foook it does fly up when ya turn the engine off after a run for u guys with stock...... GET SHOT THEY ARE FOOOKIN CRAP i sat and watched mine go from 50- 90 c and the stock gauge sat at half way and never moved no wonder when ya engine goes on ya and ya see the temp gauge start going up,it is already fooooked(engine)

I like this one as I have a mate with a TT http://www.crashbonsai.com/details07.html But choose the one you like http://www.crashbonsai.com/crashedcars.html Zimon