General Discussions - 300ZX Related

The exhaust note on this system between 1000 to 3000rpm is a really deep powerful one that breaks windows and sets off car alarms as you drive past. P.S I don't think you could compar any Z exhaust to a Nova or escort etc!! After 3000rpm though the sound goes from nice and deep to a sporty noise that is easily bearable at motorway speeds and the X pipe balancer keeps the exhaust note and flow very even. Finally, you won't find a better quality or more expensive system from the U.S. Check your email NICO ;-) Steve Steve

I am gonna buy one of these cars shortly, I was looking at a 1991 Auto Twin Turbo with about 60k on the clock. I really need your honest opinions guys, are they reliable? I don't want to fork out a load of money on something thats gonna give me problems. Its either a 300zx or a supra TT. I would prefer a Z car though!! Your thoughts are appreciated. Dave

I sell it to someone in the U.S. Basically, the B&B is known as the loudest s/s system on the U.S market and it really does make the Z sound twice as powerful. It has quad 4.5" oval tips and the X pipe balancer which is recognised for maximum flow. This cost me over £1000 incl vat, duty and I'll sell it now for £500. Steve

Had my AVC-R fitted today by Bob (cheers mate!). Wondering what you 5-speed owners have used for your settings. I have preset 1.05 mm/Hg, with 68% duty, I have set gear based boost for 3rd gear onwards. 1st & 2nd gear is being taken care of with rpm-based boost (Ne1 @ 2500, Ne2 @ 3000) I have increased the duty on these two rpm bands to 70% to give some extra oomph at low revs in an attempt to reduce spool-up time. Is this ok, or am I totally way-off with my understanding of how this thing works? Dave

Here's the deal, I have an HKS filter in very good nick and I want some stock rear wheels. Part exchange? Cash? Swap? Bill

Hey everyone, Yup its Time for a quick GB again, This time we are going for a simple Turbo Timer buy from a UK supplier. Any suppliers that are interested and reading Shoot me a mail BTW. I have got a few guys from the Supra List and here at work to chip in, We currently have 5 units already to order and are looking for lots more. The units we are looking at are the Blitz ones. Namely the Multi Speed Turbo timer, which features fully auto Timing control and 0 -60 timing Etc. Check this link : http://www.blitz-uk.co.uk/ttimer.htm And here is a pic of the little Fella : Retails price is : 120 quid + VAT We are looking for…

So what happened ? What sort of Zs were there ?

Hi all (my first post), I'm shortly hoping to purchase a 300zx. I want a Twin Turbo auto and it's going to be an early model (probably imported). Are there any specifics I should look for/be wary of? I intend taking out a 12-24 month warranty (to cover turbo as well). Does anyone have any info on warranties to avoid (don't want any PITA "don't cover that" conversations with insurance agents!). Seems most of the imports are cloth, I'm waiting on some info for recovering the coachwork in leather but it doesn't seem to be materialising, anyone else have any contacts? Enuff questions already, Cheers.

Hi, does anyone know were I can get a replacement button for the aircon pod for my jap tt as the button for the windscreen has suddenly vanished, not sure whether its aliens or a government conspiracy :-)

Hi everyone. Here's my first post on this new forum. Anyway, I found the following page and thought that some of you guys make like to use it: http://toy4two.home.mindspring.com/tire.html Andy

My clutch is at times seeming to sick causing the engine to rev when at 3500 revs, instead of putting the power down is this the clutch or another problem. I've only been a owner for 4 weeks its a little bit new. If it is the clutch can any one suggest a good garage for a new one Cheers John

You may recall the power light flasing problem, well I don't think it is anything to do with the Auto Transmission. The problem is now more frequent. The car is fine until a shortish journey and the speedo will drop from 40mph to the stop. When it does this the power steering packs up which is quite alarming. The Speedo picks up after 40mph and all is well. Question. Does anyone know where the sensor for the speedo is? Does this fail? Can contacts be cleaned? I think the 16 flashes of the power light are telling me that the speed sensor is buggered. Anyone had this problem? Simon Pass 90 300ZXTT

Hi: Can anyone recommend a decent window mounted (ala demist type) ariel. Want one that wont stick out like a sore thumb when attached to the windscreen but still performs well. Cheers /\/\ark

I have a Jap spec non turbo zx with an automatic box. Can any one tell me what the button 'power/hold' can do for me, and when and where I should use the overdrive. What is the most fuel economic way of using the gear box, and what is the most powerful. cheers, John

Just heard from a mate here at work that the Import Show at Belling Aquadome is on again this weekend. I went last year and it was a very good day, Lots of modified imports and manufacturers there. Lots for wives and kids to do too. Unfortuantly i cant make it this time round (being No Life Nico as my recent house moving escapades have dictated) But anyone who is going lamp a post in this thread and you can arrange meet ups Etc. Someone might even like to take piccies and post em up here. DaveH , Craig, im looking in your direction :o). Z ya Nico91TT

I find myself totally addicted to my z, how about you guys? i just cant stop thinking about it i live, sleep , dream about it all the time. i think i neede help(lol)

and put some car details into the spot which used to be Interests. This is so that a) we can all see what everyone has :) b) makes it easier to offer help c) will make it easy for me when i update the member details and login information You can see what i have done by clicking on the little icon with the face and question mark on near my name. No war and peace efforts, just an indication is all that's needed.

Hello, I just had my Jap import 300zx non-turbo automatic on the road last night, and I was wondering if any of you could tell me what the service intervals should be. It has 60,000 kilometers on the clock. Someone mentioned to me that I should really change the cambelt. Any thoughts? Cheers, John R

Hi guys, a couple of you wanted to see some pics of Marks Hi-Fi install. Well thanks to Craig there is now a link over there on the left called "Bobs place" As i do bits and pieces on Z`s i will post some pics and tips incase you want to have a go yourselves. I will shortly be putting some pics up of Andy`s TV and SatNav install, Rod`s alarm fit and hopefully a step by stap guide to fitting the AVC-r which i will be doing on Daves car this Sunday. If you need any help or advice regarding car alarms or hi-fi drop me a line, advice is free and extra discount given to all Z owners. Later Bob

I just bought a 1992 300ZX T-bar 2+2 for my son at a Japanese car auction sale, in mint condition with only 38,000 miles for £5,500.It came with a full SVA and all the mods. Does anyone know the service intervals and if and when a cambelt change is due.

can anyone sugest where i can have a set of lowering springs fitted to my 300 in or around the london area. (not silvia engineering as they are a bunch of twats) thanks

Anybody know where I can get hold of a vinyl nose guard for my zx. Keep the stones of and make it look a bit more phallic, that kind of thing . . . ? Cheers, John R

What petrol do Z drivers use ? Does anyone use Super Unleaded or do you all use plain old ordinary unleaded ? Secondly, the tyre pressure chart on my Z import says 2.3 / 2.5 bar for the pressures. Which is for the front and which for the rear ? Thanks

hi i have a z and live in the uk , only for another week or two as i am leaving for a trip around europe(cant wait) in my z i am really keen to go to santa pod, if you guys are going can we perhaps meet up. i live in london

One of the 3 bulbs in my middle brake lamp has blown- I checked Halfords, but they didn't have any replacements. Does anyone know where I can get one, apart from going to the dealer to get ripped off! Dave