General Discussions - 300ZX Related

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Firstly I want to thank the guys at Custom Exotics for all their help so far and allowing me to work on my car in their workshop. I know I've been in the way and they probably can't wait to see the back of my Z, but my car has been their since April after finding more and more problems. They've given me help, opinions, let me borrow the odd tool and not once have they turned their back on me. Without these guys I have no doubt my Z would have been scrapped after so many places doing shoddy work on my Z. At the moment, my interior is all out and being trimmed so I thought I better make sure the bodywork is ok as sadly I found I couldn't rely on anyone else. I started…

Should be fitted by Monday :biggrin: Thanks again Dave.

I've had my 91 import (2005) TT for about 2 months now and we have had ups and downs. After buying it as soon as I put my foot down on the test drive, I got home and found numerous faults. The previous owner said all the right things (mostly lies) and left me with a bodged and leaking injector, completely pissed suspension, leaking BOVs off a Supra, perished PS pipes, a *****cks 2 week old MOT with rear discs like poppadoms and leaking windows. Not happy with my £3000 sieve I gave it to Zedworld and got all sorts done, of note, BOVs removed, suspension aligned, and an ECU upgrade with 13.5psi boost. The problem now is that I got home (200+ miles from Zedworld) and t…

Hiya, Well - my problem is rather strange one. Few weeks ago i finally finished my importing saga (imported 300zx from Guernsey). Submitted all paperwork to DVLA, paid all the fees, etc. 15 days ago received all paperwork (V5 / tax disc / new number plate papers, etc). However - i cannot insure it as its not in database! None of the insurance companies can see it online. Even if i try to do HPI check - no such number exists! Already wrote few mails to DVLA - they responded - we did all as we should, speak to your insurers...

Black Z32 with Aftermarket wing, spotted by friend near Hook, Hampshire.

as the threads titled can anybody tell me what size the timing cover bolts are just had my painted covers fitted and want stainless bolts just to finish it off

i need some advice from the engine builders among us. i want to build a 500bhp engine, that's strong enough to maintain a fair degree of reliability. the current plans between me and the guys at work have managed to make a list of parts coming to nearly £10,000, so i think im over doing it, im wondering what you guys would do to build an engine to this spec? i've got the hardware to make the power but need an engine that wont go bang the first time its used on a track. 555cc injectors and a dual intake, as well as a bigger turbos etc, i also need to know how you make sense of the bearings? i want to get some uprated ones like i had i…

As most of you are aware i bought my zed but discovered a rust problem, so thought why do half a job ! Heres some pics of the work so far, more to follow when shes eventually finished, i know some die hards might not like it, but i do :) How she looked when i bought her........... Discovered some problems :( ................... During repairs............. Getting there slowly !!.........

Hi guys got a weird problem I have intermitent overheating sounds daft but could this be in anyway be related to a heater matrix leak?

I'm selling off my last few Zed bits. I've got the centre section of the exhaust which I think contains the cat. Any idea what this would be worth at a scrap yard?

big thanks to jeff tt for the work on the zed today, changed the cambelt, sorted my fuel pipe problem and a det sensor problem i didn't even know i had this all led a more responsive throttle pn the way home and a more spirited drive, great to get the zed running as it should also got my painted cam covers/chrome water pipes fitted as well, was also nice to meet jonce(i think thats how he spells it lol) who also popped in to see jeff, but once again thanks for your brilliant work jeff

I’ve just finished installing my Race Logic Traction Control unit and I was just wondering who else as it fitted and what you think about it?

as above^ I had them off today.. and I cant make my mind up if its 36mm or 38mm.. as i need to order a reducer for the dv26s I have on the way. P.s. i didnt realise what a shit these things were to get off lol. Dear Nissan, thanks for using the worst clips you could find.

I recently replaced my fuel pump but found it impossible (with my big hands) to remove the fuel pump fuse to drain the lines... Of course disconnecting the pump itself was fine to do this . However I need to replace the fuel filter now so any tips on removing tjay big square box fuse for the fuel pump. Or can anyone else me some japanese sized hands to perform the removal of the fuse :)

As in title I just wondered if anyone had any opinions on the 2fast2cool intercoolers that have recently appeared on eBay. eBay Link I did do a search on here trying to see whether anybody on here had fitted these and what they thought to the quality but it didn't turn anything up. Also, I couldn't find any sizes of the stock intercoolers so couldn't tell whether the cores are even any bigger than standard. The pressure drop figure sounds pretty good to me but I couldn't find anything zed related to compare it to. Any opinions appreciated! James

Hi guys Sorry for the abrupt entry! Anyway i'm looking to get hold of someone that owns a car to the below spec. It needs to be exactly the same as the below. 1998 Nissan Fairlady Z 300ZX Version (i'm not even sure that makes sence, the fairlady was the import of the 300zx wasn't it?) S TT 2 seater I can't tell you to much about it on here but it is a very cool opurtunity for the owner and will involve you earning some money! If you have the above please contact me on nickturner90@hotmail.com. The car can be modified or standard, pref one with an uprated exhaust system Thanks all :clap:

Hi Chaps, As i've mentioned in a previous thread, i've found a set of rims in Japan that i'm going to order. They are on yahoo auctions. initially, i was going to use an agent to import the wheels but their fees will likely work out at around £500. Me no likey! So i thought...... could i just order them myself and arrange for an international courier? Obvious problem being that i dont speak Japanese but £500 for fees just seems a bit greedy. Ta

I spent most of yesterday giving The Brown Bomber a bit of a make over. What do you all think? The Brown Bomber Pre-Makeover And reborn, The Bomber

I have a UK spec '90 which i think has ODBI if im not mistaken i also have a boost controller (just incase that makes a difference) what i would like is to use ODBII, now i think i can use a newer ECU? Is this correct. and how will that effect the boost controller ?

I can't believe I'm actually saying this but some unfortunate circumstances have come my way over the last 6 months. I'm so sad to have to ask this question after 5 years of money, love and devotion havegone into this car but here goes...... How much can I get for it? I'm looking for a quick sale and preferably cash. Oh yes, I also have a load of spares including SWB doors, targas, tailgate, bonnets, rear bumper, tonns of enginge spares, interior panels etc. Andy

Ive been doing some searching on tinterweb for the perfect rims for my Z. I have a list of 'they'll do nicely' rims and I know the style I'm after. I'm 99% sure I'll be going for 19s and I believe 9" +25 and 10" +40 will fit nicely. However, I've seen so many pics of slammed motors with massive dish. I want that look! But how? I don't want the crazy camber and ridiculously stretched tyres, but I do want hooooge dish! There are a set of work VS-XX on driftworks at the mo which are gorgeous. 18s unfortunately but I might still be tempted. But how can I make rims like these fit? Just a case of rolling the arches? I have adjustable everything and co…

Hi Guys, Just curious as to what is the widest tires you could fit on to a 300zx at the rear? I realise its all dependant on the alloy width etc. I thinking along the lines of grip and bring able to put the power down, rather than any affect on top speed etc. Cheers!

Ive just watched it end and had to fight the urge to bid! Did you bid mate? If so, did you win it?

So had an hour repairing the sills, wanted longer but had to go n help a mate out But not done bad so far I don't think Hopefully get a few hours after work some days in the week and get it all smoothed off and the other side started