General Discussions - 300ZX Related

I am thinking of doing a power upgrade but am getting mixed stories about the auto box being able to take the extra power. Any of you lot chiped a 300zx twin turbo auto, if so have you had any problems with the box?

Hi chaps How often do these need cleaning ? My idle was a bit lumpy this morning ! Many thanx William

My Z will need the dreaded cambelt change soon,and I was wondering where I can get it done in the Midlands area?(I couldn't tackle it myself) What parts are required,and how much do you think it is likely to cost me..including labour. I didn't want to risk the local Nissan dealership due to cost and the likelyhood of problems arising from the fact it's an import non-turbo.(Last time I tried to get a part..they said that Nissan never built a non-turbo Z32!!) Thanks, JEZ300Z

Here is one for the gurus. I have fitted 18" BBS wheels (RS11). They look great shod with SO2 tyres. With lower profile tyres than was on the stock wheels (still for sale)I reckon that the wheel/tyre diameter is 25" (versus 24") So by my old pythagarus (spelling??) the rolling circumference is 4% greater. Thus am I correct that my speedo will under read by 4%???? ( Got to watch the Feds and their blooming Gatsco's)

Have anybody seen Johnny boy without his Jaguar hat ? Is it true that he actually sleeps in it ?

After almost 10 years my stock rear spoiler is looking really sad. It is beginning to distort along the tailgate lip and needs replacing. Do any of you guys have any replacement suggestions. I have looked at Bomex (spelling!) to be honest they do not do anything for the classic lines of the 300zxTT.Stillen Type 111 look good but do not fit the 2+2. I do not want my car to look "Boy Racer". At over £500 plus fitting the stock replacement is very expensive. So, are there any spoilers that you can recommend? Cheers Bill M

Whilst I went to the match I parked up in one of the back streets in Newcastle. On return the passenger side window was smashed and the glovebox emptied onto the floor. However I had went in the girlfreinds VW Golf that day. PHEW!...THAT WAS A CLOSE SHAVE... Paul

Is the online manual still their as I can no longer link to it.

Hi... New to this forum... and I have a question regarding the k&i intake... I tried to install it and a got everything out of the way. But there seems to be an container for lamp washing liquid in the way... Don't know the word in english but hope you understand. Can I romove this with no big hassle...

not really a z question at all but i know we have some pc gurus out there as well. i'm totally naffed off with my 56k modem and am still waiting for bt openworld after a whole year would any of you guys be using isdn etc at home and if so how much does it set you back and which company is it with. any help at all would be good as im tired of the yanks laughing at my pitiful connection and not being able to download anything sensible bigger than 8megs

Driving round a roundabout a couple of hours ago, roundabout was icy which caused my Zed to slid into the kerb! unfortunatly I was trying to steer which means my Left front wheel hit the kerb "face on"! I got out to find my wheel back and under the wheel arch by about six inches! After speaking to Craig it looks like I may need to replace the lower suspension on that side. And after Zed was loaded on the Recovery truck I saw the anti roll bar had snapped and that the wheel had hit the wing causing the wing to be slightly out of shape. One good thing though, my fibreglass front got away with scrapes and cracks. I'll take some pics after I get the wheel off this weekend…

Can anyone tell me where I can find out about fitting nitrous and what mods need to be done. Cheers.

just been quoted a little over a thousand squid for a fully ride height adjustable suspension.what dfo you guys think about this and are thewre any other sugestions as to what suspension i should go for. also quoted 500 squid for skyline front discs and calipers thats not bad for a 330 mm disc setup/

Hi, I've got a 1990 Fairlady Z NA Short Wheel Base manual. Last year one of the standard back boxes went and I was quoted 13 hundred quid by Nissan for a new one. After loads of phoning round (no one seemed to be able to get hold of a system for the 2 seater) I eventually found someone that could make up a complete system for my Z for around 600 pounds, they are called Powerflow. The power gain was good 'cos the whole system was 'straight through', the trouble was that it was unbelievably loud (4 x 3" DTM pipes that acted like trumpets as well). I decided to get some new boxes in an attempt to make it slightly quieter so I got a couple of Simons baffled racing boxes …

I know someone with a 90 300 Na. Its been off the road for a couple of years because it has a fault and he doesn't know what to do about it. Basicly sometimes it will start and sometimes it just turns over without even trying to fire, it could also cut out for no reason. Im sure I once read about the power transistor being the usual cause but I cant remember any details. Any Ideas? Paul..

Hi chaps, last week, decided to take the plunge and added Nitrox Hotshot to fuel tank to clean the injectors / fuel system. The next day I added engine flush to the old oil, then drained it out. Then added new Mobil 1 (0W-40)& Nissan oil filter and then added Extralube ZX1 oil lubricant to the oil. Finally, replaced the standard paper air filters with Green cotton ones and all seems OK after about 150 miles ! Am I sad but isn't a great feeling when you've replaced the oil in the engine ? Regards William

What is the process of getting the front speaker cones out of the door panel? Does the grill pop off? I'd rather ask you lot first than undertake the normal routine of 'Break it' then ask questions later!!! Simon P 90TT

i can't help but worry about my spend on tyres when i go up to 18's lol. just been to get another set of rear tyres for the cruise this weekend and at 75 sovs for two tyres i cant help but wonder that slamming my car to the floor instead of puttin 18's on may be better

I cannot get the rear window de-mist. Why is the de-mist switch spring loaded? sorry for the arse ? but need help!!!

I am gradually working through the faults on my car. When I pull away I get a vibration through my seat upto about 40mph when it clears. Has anyone got any ideas? Cheers

Strollin thru the latest jap Performance mag there is agut with a modified Zed with 'lagged cold air intakes'. Does this rate alongside the PC power supply fan turbo upgrade or are there real bhp to be gained (?!) If so im straight down to tesco for 50m of Alcan alu foil.... PS At least I'm posting about power issues not just bulbs now .... Glenn

Can anybody help? I want to fit a turbo timer but I have a thatcham 1 alarm -immobiliser fitted and I was wondering if one would effect the operation of the other if you see what I mean, ie if I left the car running with the turbo timer fitted and locked it therefore in effect immobilising it what would happen ? thanks in advance for any help

Hi, Just to keep you informed I am currently working on some fun bits for the "Zed", that if I can get this ***kin camera to work properly you will all see. Solid ali checker plate floor mats, looking good but finessing & finish need perfecting, only 6 shades of annodising at the moment, "Z" emblem & getting it the "dogs" in all 4 mats is being a total bstd job! Also being developed, STD wheel finishes, again ***kin camera poxy thing! I have found a company to light "medium"(soft grit)semi air blast all that old shite off those wheels back to hhhmmm nice "restart situation" For only £30.00 for all 4 alloys so you can go from there, polishing spokes…

I have 2 noises which I would like advice on how to cure (I am fed up turning the stereo up!). The first is from one side of the Instrument Console, and I guess may be there from re-assembling following the Speedo change (kph to mph). It sounds like plastic on plastic and is there with every bump in the road. Is there a recommended compound to use to isolate the two surfaces? The second is a noise that I remember from every Estate car I have sat in? I guess this would be the Tailgate hinges, and is a high pitch smooth metal on metal. It is there every time the car flexes. Any advice on what can be done? There may be other common noises that I may "intr…

I have 2 noises which I would like advice on how to cure (I am fed up turning the sterio up!). The first is from one side of the Instrument Console, and I guess may be there from re-assembling following the Speedo change (kph to mph). It sounds like plastic on plastic and is there with every bump in the road. Is there a recommended compound to use to isolate the two surfaces? The second is a noise that I remember from every Estate car I have sat in? I guess this would be the Tailgate hinges, and is a high pitch smooth metal on metal. It is there every time the car flexes. Any advice on what can be done? There may be other common noises that I may "intr…