General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Has anyone tried using black shoe polish on their leather seats, it would seem ideal to get the little scuffs out but I don't want to look like I sat on a wet park bench afterwards. Herman

Came across this pic on a Japanese Car site. The comment on the pipes was that it followed the normal Japanese welding finish. Makes you appreciate the workmanship that Smithy's company put into their pipes for us. What do you think - Heinz 57 ?????? [This message has been edited by Geoff (edited 21-05-2002).]

Hi All, Can anyone advise on a suitable electronic boost controller for a Z32 1990 import TT?? I know the Blitz DSBC will work OK but are there any suitable (and cheapish) from another manufacturer - my choice seems a bit limited at the mo'. I don't want to use a manual one. Do they have to be a DS setup?? Cheers! RobH

Had an AP clutch fitted by Middlehurst recently. Loads better than the old stock one (i.e. doesn't catch fire when doing fast starts!). The pedal is surprisingly light but, as expected, it has a very on/off feel to it. One thing I'm not happy with is I get a lot of judder when trying to do fast take offs. Is this normal for this type of clutch or have I (a) got a duff one or (b) had it badly fitted? (Timmy, try and refrain a little from what you're about to say about Middlehurst!!!!!) Cheers Mike

As I hardly ever post on here and am just one of those boring people who just read the forum, I thought I may as well get my money's worth today. I have an overheating problem that only occurs in standing traffic. The car runs perfectly the rest of the time, no matter how hard you drive it. When I get to the fun motorway traffic jams, the Z has overheated on a few occasions. The viscously coupled carrot dicer works fine. The electric fan works fine. There are no water leaks and the coolant is at the correct level. I'm presuming the thermostat works as I don't get any problems when driving the car fast. The only time I get problems is when there is no forced…

My bouncy bouncy car is now in need of four new shock absorbers to stop it bouncing around quite so much. Any ideas if there are some good aftermarket ones and which ones to choose? I may just go for stock if they're good for the money. Any suggestions, as always, gratefully appreciated. Mike

Mac can anyone of you contact se and know exaclty how much that console is.if it's not hard for you can i send you the money and order it for me?

Woohooo!! No more getting stopped by the undercover Fuzz! They are not allowed to use unmarked cars to catch people speeding and the Gatso's have to be bright yellow, I know we all know about the Gatso's but I only just read about the unmared cars! Matty. Edited because I'm dropping letter's! ------------------ [This message has been edited by TopSquads (edited 21-05-2002).]

reading some of the recent posts it seems that chrisc is the man for chips and johnny for suspensions. Can anyone give me contact details for them? my n/a import is still limited and i think i might as well get it chipped as it needs delimited anyway. also i was thinking of getting lowering springs, is it ok to just get springs or does this cause too much pressure on the rest of the suspension? should i just get a full kit? ive got my 19s going on and the car needs lowered so any feedback would be appreciated. its a 1990 and done bout 45000 miles.

ive just instaled:- ecu chip exhaust induction uprated turbo's +i'm wating for a boost controller. ive already ordered a autometer boost gauge what gauges would you install?????

ive got lowered springs(30mm). i like the lowered suspension but i'm finding the springs ive got a bit soft, can anyone recomend some good springs/suspension? i'm not wanting to spend mega bucz but i dont want some crap! anyone!!

told your the man i need to see bout chips etc...

how did u get on my messenger?

Anybody replaced their check valve and noticed any difference in braking effect?

i'm thinking of getting the 3g brakes for my zed. anyone got these or does anyone have something different that they think are better for a similar price? cheers Steve

rough guide plz about how much i would expect to pay to have my auto chipped.

Got tyre wear on front inside tyres,whats the crack??? Ken

Hi all, Havent posted in a while hope your all doing well. Restoring an old datsun at the mo 280ZX. Got a few holes that I've rubbed down and treated with Kurust (anti rust stuff). My question is can you ISOPON on it even though I've put the Kurust on? The directions on the ISOPON tin says to get rid of all the paint prior to application, now i dont know if this means getting rid of all the Kurust. If it does me Kurusting all the holes was a complete waste of time!!! Help appreciated as I want to know for sure if its ok or do i need to get the wire brush out again!!! Thanks.

Can't believe it! I have done my first bit of mechanics on my zed and fitted my induction kit (well almost lol) Got rid of the old crap and fitted hks as in instruction manual but pics only as all in Jap Only thing I couldn't figure out is where the supporting bars connect to. There are three. One for underneath and two for the sides. Anyone enlighten me please. Cheers Martin ------------------

A few pll will be meeting up this weekend to have a laugh, first to the sports car show and then meeting at thurrock services at 9pm then on to southend then basildon, A few ppl going just wanting more jap cars to show up..... come on grab your cocks and socks and get out there, show these boyracers what real cars are about.

Sorry to raise the head of that age old argument, but what do you reckon I should go for a manual or auto box for project PPS 300D Looking forward to all your constructive comments. PETER

Has anyone changed these and noticed any difference in performance or economy?

Over the past 5 I have 2 Z32s on the road, both of which ignored me when I flashed my lights at them. SO, on the way home from work today, the owner of a White Z31 gave a wave. Warmed the cockles of my heart it did! Doesn't take much does it!!

Silver one was behind me by one car tonight around docks area. Looked like it had stickers or something on the windscreen so I assume that it may of come straight from the docks. A silver or grey one also parked up one car back from me again at some T. lights on sunday, which subsequently drove towards West End area. Starting to lose count of zed sightings around here. Oh well WTF, time for another beer....

I might get ZX soon, but I can't decide go for auto or manual? Any suggestions? Personally prefer manual, but there are a lot of auto out there, which one is better?