General Discussions - 300ZX Related

If anyone ordered the Razo Auto Shift of Smithy,this is what it looks like fitted. ------------------ [This message has been edited by MAC 1 (edited 29-12-2001).]

Hi folks, I need to neutralise some battery acid that spewed out of my battery due to an over reactive regulator. The acid has hit the inner body work of the car and has started to dicolour the paintwork ie, its eating it. I've been told that I need to mix a paste of Baking soda and water and put on the affected areas and then rinse off with water. Where can I get baking soda from? Is it the same as Bicarbonate of Soda? Thanks.

three page spread, Does it belong to anyone on here?

Hohohoho Happy New Year. ------------------ Glen :)

Can the ignition timing be checked static or must a timing light be used? I've never heard any pinking or pre ignition on mine even with the cheapest 95 octane supermarket fuel. Made me think it was maybe set up well retarded. Also notice a hesitation on 2nd to 3rd (auto)when cold. The autobox sends a retard ignition timing signal to the ecu at the change point to damp the change and it seems to me that the hesitation could be due to retarding an already retarded ignition even further. Dont notice any hesitation when warmed up.

Can u tell me the size of the front door speakers and the rear speakers as i wish to change them - the rear ones sound asthough they have come out of a datsun!!! Sorry to dissapoint you boyz!!

Just a word of warning as this happens very often on the TTNET. Guys come online selling goods and take money usual fraud. Be sure you know who you are buying from regarding companys and people. these people could be on our forums ------------------ [This message has been edited by 300z (edited 28-12-2001).]

And, while we're at it, another problem with me lights on me Jap spec... Have just installed new lamps for the dipped beam, following the instructions to convert a UK Halfords 453 to fit the Jap connector... everything fine, works a treat!!! Trouble is, ever since I've had the car, and not just with these new lamps, I seem to have a 'condensation' problem with the dipped beams. After the lights have been on for just a few minutes, I get a sort of condensation on the INSIDE of the main headlamp lens (like the sort of thing you get if you breath on a piece of glass) and it's really annoying me!! Not only must it be reducing effectiveness, but it looks arse!!! …

Just in the process of sorting out the lights around my Jap spec TT.... Successfully done the DIY bit for the dipped beam lamps, but now I have a problem with the 'sidelights'. The supposed sidelights on the front of the car (the UK manual I have referes to them as 'clearance' lights) seemingly have the wrong bulbs in - one is brighter than the other. So I want to get in a change the lamps. Trouble is, I can't!!! The (UK) manual says there should be two screws on the lens, one either side. Trouble is, there's only one screw (positioned on the outer side of the lens) that just seems to turn and turn without releasing. There also seems to be 2x 1cm separate pieces of …

Guys,can you re-sit the ECU by disconnecting the battery,if so what is the best method & how long doas it take.?????????????????

I'm sure you guys and gals have had this at one time or another and I'm sure that you enjoy it but I was wondering how you felt about there being a dedicated technical library of known faults and remedies. Obviously it would not solve all problems that arise but it would give passers-by, new comers and forgetful bastards like myself from harassing people about the same boring issue. I know this means shed loads of work for the administrator boys and at this point they are probably thinking(FFS), but there have been times when the same question has come up in the forum multiple times in the past 3 months that I know of, and I'm relatively new to the site. If you …

Clay Cross near Chesterfield at 7am this morning. Couldn't tell whether it was black or charcoal(Shocking spelling - to dark to tell, but it did have a high level spoiler. I attempted to give chase but it turned off before I could get close enough to get the plate. Who was it??? Come on - own up.

WHERE do I get this kinda hood? I have never seen it before and I LOVE it

Forum people an idea for us all ! The meet up in 'Brum' in December was attended by new & old attendee's & owners & even a 'wana'be owner in conclusion! The venue is capable of a real Z day out, for family & viewers maybe even a w/ender. Its also a couple of hours from us!!! - a couple of hours from you!!! A pre arranged quartly meet venue perhaps ? There are 511 members on here at the moment! If we all turn up we'll need to book the bull ring car park ! LOL. Easter has been an suggested! for a serious turn out As the attendee's saw clean pub as we all respect!!! at our age, LOL. = matty nutter! Danny, as your the nearest see …

Hi rear AUTO axel for 92z needed,pref in midlands cash waiting,please call Charlie on 07974543480,Thanks Chas

Just wondered who the dude was i pulled up next to 2 nite on the A52!!! Black zed h reg either kxx or xxk or somethig on the plate! Any ideas?

Hope this picture helps next time someone needs to fix their Z !!! RCD

I knew the mpg wouldn't be great on a Z when I bought it but I can only get about 18mpg even when on long journeys. What kind of mpg are you guys getting? I only really use the car to go to work & back (4 miles each way) about 120 miles a week. Even when I resist booting it I still only manage about 17mpg. Is this normal or is somthing a bit dodgy? Pity really because in my old FTO I could redline it in every gear & it would still do about 25mpg. Having to restrain myself in the Z as every time I put my foot down I remember how much it is costing me when the Turbos kick in. Still, the Z is loads more fun & a shit load faster, arse end g…

As suspected, my autobox is starting to go tits-up. It's not up-shifting when it should. Anyone know the best route to get a replacement? "Factory" reconditioned from Nissan? Is it a DIY job? Ta. JC

A while ago someone posted a wiring diagram for rear fogs using the rear brake lights.Ive looked but cant find it does anyone have a copy or can tell me where to fing it ? Thanks Nick

Hi Can anyone tell me if they've got (or know of anyone who's got) a grey coloured Twin Turbo - Auto - cloth interior - Jap Spec 2+2 - purchased during 2001 in the UK ?? Please let me know William

Someone bought me this for Xmas. Z is 93rd, quote is "Brilliant drivers car, squidgy suspension" Skylark is about 8th Z got beaten by RX7,mini, Transit? (I thought that was a van but obviously Clarkson knows best)??? Anyway the one he showed was a red one so that must mean that any other colour is outside the top 100!

what is involved with the different stages of tuning, ie stage1, stage2 etc. i am looking at buying a zx with a stage two tune. does this include ecu upgrade and what boost does it run? also how safe is this for engine and gear box?

i have two rear shox for sale of my car only done about 1500 miles, changed because i got adjustables. Anyone keen mail me thanks

Honey my car wont start, OK darling take mine, I'll look at yours today. Darling your car wont start because you have to put petrol in it! Oh sorry, I like your car, see you later. Arrives at home, temp gauge off the scale and a nice bubbling sound from the engine! Only ripped the bottom hose of the rad exiting Sainsbury bloody carpark! Is it a bit hot darling? A bit hot, a bit hot,(engine rebuild, new turbos?) Just luckiy she is f***ing hot or else I'd be asking if anyone knows a good lawyer! Merry Xmas (humbug) Roy