General Discussions - 300ZX Related

The gearbox has developed an interesting issue over the last few weeks. If I drive conservatively the gear change is as per normal but if I give it some beans it doesn't change gear unless i lift the throttle a bit and it changes OK. Most of the time this is when going from a standstill but one when going along and had to escape a numpty from crashing into the back of me as they weren't paying attention. I have had the gearbox fluid replaced and the gear changes are a lot better but this problem persists. For some reason my Datascan will not connect to do a diagnostic. Is this something simple like TPS or kick down switch?

Hello All I have just purchased my first 300zx TT Manual Import, due to collect it next weekend, cant wait!! Anyone close by?

Guys Think I have found why my heated rear window is not working, the wire was behind the plastic surround, however I am unable to reconnect it as the clip on the window has broken, any suggestions to what can be done? Thanks

Hi I've just done a boost leek test and there seems to be a leek in to the engine, I ask tentatively, what does this mean??

I have a set of original 99 spec rear lights but the glass is all cracked etc. I probably have some good condition 89 spec lights I could use the glass from, but before doing so, does anyone know whether you can just buy the outer lenses?

:( said he could also have failed it for noise as it's a non standard exhaust (but wouldn't). Anyone else come across needing cats for later cars? Or know of a 'decent' garage in west london? Edit: Passed fine last time, he said it's to do with the new rules introduced in 2018

Has anyone suffered zero heat from their heater system? My actuator can be heard working so I can assume that something has become disconnected or broken preventing the blend door from opening to let hot air in. I can't remember from when I did a dash pull and want to avoid it if I can (although it's a fairly easy job what side the actuator is on. In photos of LHD cars they're the passenger side, so can assume that they're mirrored for RHD Z32s? FSM gives me the following: It states manual air conditioner but there are solenoids present so I'm slightly confused. Has anyone else dealt with this issue before? Did you need to do a dash pull? What was broken or…

It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything, so I thought I’d ask a question. I’m going to be replacing my stereo soon and I’m toying with the idea of putting 3 aftermarket gauges in the spare DIN slot below. Question is – what are the three most important gauges I should be looking to install? My car is a completely standard TT with no engine/big power modifications on the horizon. I’m just looking to know a bit more about how the engine is running, and if something is not right – catch any problems as early as possible. That and I want a boost gauge because I am big kid! Anyway, what should I be looking at? Thanks all, and Happy New Year!

If you have some time then this is a nice read about Datsun/Nissan Z's https://jalopnik.com/what-a-lifelong-z-mechanic-thinks-of-nissan-today-1830083808

The entries have been collated and we can now start the votes. The voting list in alphabetical order is : AndrewG Bird black-zed Chris300 Gaz300 NemesizX Nickz32 t.mogsy TheRealNips Voting will last until the 4th of January which is one week from now. Pictures of all the cars are available to view on the entry page located here : https://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?190113

Hi I need another turbo boost pipe RH side the part no is 16576-40P12 I found this number on a US site, is there anywhere in the UK, or has anyone got one thay may want to sell ??? Steve

Hey Guys Merry xmas!! need some help here...just noticed today that inside the car right near the LHS mirror but from the inside...what is the name of that plastic that has the size of a pyramid cover that holds?? it´s right in the end of the door panel upper side corner anyone knows what part is this??

Guys I currently own a 1993 TT manual 300ZX and was looking at replacing it with a 350Z, however I’ve never owned one and was hoping someone on here has and could give me a good opinion on the 350Z, I still find my 300 adequate to drive and own and i also own an M5 but was purely looking to change the ZX. Please advise Thanks Adam

I have (courtesy of Father Christmas) an OBD II scanner which happily lets me perform limited brain surgery on the more “normal” cars in the household. In theory I should also be able to use it on the Z as she’s a 1996 Series 4, and it would be a lot less pain than digging around in the footwell and tripping the ECU into diagnostic mode, but I’m confused about how to do this or even if it can be done! I can find online adapters to convert the Conzult plug to an OBD II, but will that actually work? Great if so, but I’m a little suspicious it could be that easy. I also found online posts that suggested there is a second, OBD II port on 1996+ cars, but can’t find a…

The 300zx Owners' Club Car of The Year 2018 competition entry thread!!. Entry is open until the 28th December 2018; after which this thread will be closed and the poll will be posted for everyone to cast their vote! This is your chance to enter your car into the final competition of 2018 - a trophy and £20 Halfords voucher are up for grabs...…(plus a runner-up trophy)...:yes: Please use this thread to signify your entry into the competition! I'd ideally like five photographs (no more please, but you can post less) plus a short description of your car. If you have entered COTY or COTM in previous years, you may use extracts from your last e…

The 300zx Owners' Club Most Annoying Person 2018 competition entry thread!!. Entry is open until the 28th December 2018; after which this thread will be closed and the poll will be posted for everyone to cast their vote! This is your chance to nominate a fellow member for being the most annoying pain the back-side during 2018 - a trophy and.... well, just a trophy (hell, it's just a bit of a laugh) for the winner is up for grabs:yes: Please use this thread to nominate your choice for the most annoying club member of 2018.....:biggrin: We have many, many, helpful and knowledgeable members in the club; but one or two are, let's face it, just …

The 300zx Owners' Club Most Helpful Person 2018 competition entry thread!!. Entry is open until the 28th December 2018; after which this thread will be closed and the poll will be posted for everyone to cast their vote! This is your chance to nominate a fellow member for being helpful and assisting others during 2018 - a trophy and sense of smugness for the winner are up for grabs:yes: Please use this thread to nominate your choice for the most helpful club member of 2018.....:biggrin: I am looking for 6 entrants (but will happily accept more) - we have many, many, helpful and knowledgeable members in the club; and this is your chance to pu…

Hi guys Ive got quite a bad coolant leak going on , coolant leaking inside the drivers and passenger footwells! Is this something anyone here has come across before? where is it leaking from?

This month's edition of Modern Classics has a big feature on their top 40 1990s cars..... And guess what big Japanese coupe is on the list - yup the 300zx Z32. No Supra (well, they did specify under £15k) and no 3000gt/gto….:biggrin: And then in the back pages, in readers drives, was a two-thirds of a page article on Elly's fine blue Zed....:thumbup: Nice to see the Z32 feature again - anything to raise the car's profile....:cool:

Can anyone help me with a close photo of the following stickers/labels? - T-Top warning label near the handle - T-Top bag label - Turbo caution label that was supplied with the car.This label was hanging on the rear view mirror - Oem Battery warning label - 14805-37P00 LABEL-EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION.I have no idea what this label is,all I know is that it must be somewhere on the hood/bonnet. I am trying to finish my car and there are a few bits that I am missing,would be nice to have it like it was from the factory :cowboy:

So whilst look for info to answer on another forum I came across this link about under drive pulleys, it is short but concise and well worth reading if thy are on your Christmas list >> http://www.metroplexalternator.com/underdrive-pulley-kits.html Here is a quick copy and post of some info from that link > When you install an underdrive pulley kit your engine is not suddenly producing more horsepower. You are simply using less in one area so that it is available for use elsewhere. The typical claim is that these pulleys slow the belt driven components down anywhere from 20% - 30% and 10 to 15 horsepower can be freed up by installing an und…

I have had an issue with my ABS light for a while now - IE after driving for (say) 80 miles, the light comes on; and then stays on until I switch off the engine and restart again.... Luckily it stayed off during the recent MOT.... :wink: …..I had forgotten about it, as the Zed was away for a year. However, it's back now - and I have also noticed a weird "groaning" sound from the ABS module in the boot. Probably because I drove the Zed 150 miles home with no radio....:lol: Darren at Dasstech did mention there's probably a fault within the ABS module; and I have acquired a replacement from Banzai Breakers for £40. So, has anyone else encountered this problem - and…

Has anyone, fitted a non OEM or /upgraded fuel dampener? I currently need to replace the braided fuel (and the OEM dampener). The braided fuel line attaches to the fuel filter with a AN fitting, I would like a AN fitting to attach to the fuel dampener as well. So whether its a OEM dampener with some sort of adapter fitting or an aftermarket damper with an AN I don'T really mind. So long as it gets rid of the current jubilee style clamp that is on there at the moment. Or could I just delete the dampener? FYI - I am already running a Aeroquip FPR

How Do, Where are you guys buying oil filters from these days? Do you recommend a particular brand or do you go OEM? Oil- Just so you know, Europarts are selling 5 litres of Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 for £19.24 with the code FLASH50 at checkout. Cheers.

Hi guys I brought some used 18s to fit on my 300 so I don’t flat spot my good tyres while it’s laid up in the garage over the winter. The problem is that the wheels only came with 9 nuts. They’re a funny kind of nut so I’d like to know how I go about getting replacement nuts. Chris