General Discussions - 300ZX Related

HI Guys, I have a1990 Twin Turbo and for the last few weeks, occasionaly when you try to start it, it makes this horrible screeching noise, just like if the engine was already running and you turn the key again (don't ask how I know this https://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/images/icons/icon7.png) I recently had a new light weight flywheel fitted and all was well for a few weeks and then this started happening. It didn't do it all the time, just occasionally. I fitted a new battery and it still did it, so I have now replaced the starter motor and it is still doing it. Any suggestions, as I am at a loss ?

Hi guys,quick question when i plug in my Consult 14 Pin DDL Interface and put the ignition to the on position,the light just flashes on my Consult 14 Pin DDL Interface,It was working a few months ago,Also my laptop doesnt find the Consult 14 Pin DDL Interface,Anyone else have this problem?Thanks guys

Hi guys - hope everyone is well. I have (finally) got the Z back after it having been with the mechanic for more than six months, largely for a braking system overhaul (master cylinder and discs) as well as a few other bits and pieces, but nothing engine related. Engine was good as gold. It arrived back with a cracked spoiler, 141 extra miles on the clock since the MOT on June 11th, a flat battery, a door panel hanging off where he'd fitted (badly) a Halfords fog light, oil cap tightened so far we had to undo it with mole grips, and absolutely no fuel whatsoever, which was just a little more than disappointing :( Furthermore, he just dumped the car outside my gate w…

Pearl black SWB TT zed :: 1991 Nissan 300zx Manuel SWB TT (2019-07-16 08:39:33)

Classic cars, classic prices, classic looks, enthusiastic following, prices rising, rare........ all words been used to describe the 300zx for some time but again we have a dealer who just cannot help placing a big ticket price on a pup.. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-300-ZX-TWIN-TURBO-MANUAL-Z32-PEARL-WHITE-TARGA-TOP-1995-JDM-MODEL/283547251366?hash=item4204bbb2a6:g:bykAAOSwOQJdKcqs 10 items stand out under the bonnet, 1 Wiper blades torn 2 Missing engine earth lead 3 Missing / broken scuttle trim 4 Spurious fuel filter 5 Missing pipe brackets 6 Missing throttle cover 7 Over spray on rubbers 8 Alarm unit out of bracket …

Approval required by mods. A couple of years ago I commissioned a silicone hose manufacturer to reproduce the engine bay hoses since they were starting to perish and UK stock was dwindling and non existent for quality replacements. I provided the company with a full set of OEM hoses and in return I had a set given to me for free. The company now has the tooling made to reproduce these hoses and list them on their website which is what I have on my zed on show today at the AGM. As pointed out to me today others are probably unaware of the availability in the UK and if mods are happy that it doesn’t compete with other traders then I shall share the details and y…

Hi guys problem number 2 , I've noticed by Speedo needle is sat at 180 , I can't drive her to see what happens when it's going , any ideas? Thanks in advance

Hi guys, just started to get to grips with my project, first thing get some fuel in it and let it run, problem is that the fuel flap won't open, the cable is snapped at the lever end, so it's gonna need a new cable a rethreading, but in the mean time canthe flap be opened from inside the boot? Thanks in advance

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Broke this today. Does anyone have this part and able to bring to the AGM tomorrow? Can you let me know how much you would want for it also thanks Sent from my SM-N920C using Tapatalk

Hello guys,today i sarted the car in 6 months and every thing was fine until i seen a light appear on the dash,looks like Catalytic converter light,Did anyone else have this problem? - - - Updated - - - Like this https://ibb.co/NSL3gWM

For those of you not on Facebook or who haven’t seen it, this is the new demo video. I’d love to see a Z like this in the flesh! Any fans? I would happily fit this wide arch kit keeping my 89 front end, type one spoiler and stick bonnet/nose panel. It would have to be smoothed in just like that one too.

Guys does anyone know what the numbers are for the auxiliary belt?Also what size is the pinstripe that wraps all the way round the car and what colour,and does it vary in what colour your car is?Any info would fantastic guys,Oh Also guys another quick question my break disks have alot of rust on them,would it be worth doing electrolysis on them or while the rust come off over timeThanks

Hi guys. I am in the process of restoring a 1991 UK spec 2+2 twin turbo 300zx and need a few bits and pieces, I wanted to see if you guys can help or point me in the right direction. I need a drivers side rear wheel arch and both of the 'sill return repair panels' and a new rear spoiler (the OEM 1991 type). I know Z-Centre have all these parts but they are not exactly cheap especially when you apply 20 %VAT to the marked price then delivery to Ireland. I was lucky enough to get two of the inner sill reinforcement panels off e-bay this week at reasonable money. I also need a few bits if people can help: Front LHS indicator/side light. Rear LHS bumper reflec…

Hi, hoping someone can help with this, as I don't fancy driving to the AGM this weekend with a fubard temp gauge. The other day i took the binnacle out to add a set of titanium rings to the instrument cluster. I noticed this morning on my drive to work that the temp gauge sits a 1/4, even when the car is switched off, and didn't move, during the 16 mile commute. Could it be that i just need to reset the needle to its resting point? Any pointers greatly received, thanks guys.

At the JCC car show yesterday I was talking to new owner John about his new imported TT when he tells me how his is slightly different to mine where the rear lights are concerned. I had a look to find an extra brake light fitted to a small spoiler under the bumper. This is something in all my years of 300zx indulgence I have never scene before. It looks very "factory fit" as if it was an option for the 300zx. So have any of you guys ever seen this before or share more light on it?

Just back from an amazing day at Goodwood ! It’s a truly fantastic day out with something for everyone whatever you’re in to. I parked in general parking in my 300 ( hadn’t realised there was ‘performance parking’ or I’d have been in there) right next to a gorgeous ‘S’ plate Supra. There was every kind of car imaginable but sadly I never spotted another 300......did anyone else go in theirs ? Highlights included Daniel Ricardo doing the most amazing doughnuts in a late model Renault F1 car and also coming face to face with a Ferrari 250GTO ! Apparently it sold in 2012 for $35m and some were estimating it at $50m+ now. It was just sitting there no security o…

Hi, I recently had a water leak from a small rubber hose just above the passenger side turbo.... I’ve been struggling to get at it for ages now. Have taken plenum off and I can now just about get my hands to the hose, but there’s no way I can get the clip off and get the hose out. Have tried everything! From the top and from below, but no luck! Bought extra long pliers... nope... ugh! I could get to it if I could remove the downpipe I’m sure, but how do I get to the bolts holding g it to the turbo? Or would it be easier to take the box out? Seems stupid to take it to bits so much for a weeny little hose! Anyone got any good how to’s for removing the …

I have 4x 18inch x 8.5 JJ rims all I want to use. What tyre sizes would make a good looking and practical enough setup on stock suspension without needing a back brace? Was thinking 255 width all round or 245 on fronts? What about depth? Suggestions? Any help appreciated.

Guys quick question what is the best Gearbox and diff oil,and how much would i need for both,Thanks guys

Just plonked in the details of a zed I'm going to view tomorrow... WOW.... Very impressed with the quotes. Less than half what I pay for my little 1.4 fiesta run around. Anyone else find zeds remarkably cheap to insure?

On Friday 10 May I bought an autobox of a chap on eBay called Joshuajockey [60] He contacted me & said he can deliver it. He said I’ll cancel the eBay sale & pay him cash on delivery! (£250) When my mechanic came to fit it having checked it apparently it was u. s.! I’ve tried to contact him requesting a refund but as expected no response. That was last Tuesday. I don’t expect I will hear from him again!

Trying to diagnose major overfueling, just unplugged Maf and car stops, cannot remember or find anything to confirm if this is correct. ?

hi there folks not been on for quite some time as i sold my 300 some years ago just thought id try and trace it as it was going to be fully restored reg number was L30BAC or previously and now M402TOB its been for a mot this year on 23 may and failed miserably particularly on corrosion and a few other bits can anyone shed any light on this am just interested to follow it up i first sold it to barry keen who is keeping in touch but he sold it on because of other commitments just wondered who had i now and would like some piccis if poss

So I've taken the Zed of the road again because it seems the OEM exhaust has aged like milk and now it's crumbling, falling to bits when touched and pretty much leaking all over the place pre-catback. Luckily I have a Longlife exhaust firm in my town (also have Powerflow but I don't fancy having the exhaust thrown together by some ned with daddy issues) which I'm going to see about a 3" straight through system from the turbo's back but my question is about certain hoses/pipes that seem to feed into the OEM exhaust front pipes at the sides.... what are they? I've searched high and low to find out what they are to the point where Google probably thinks I have an exhaust f…