General Discussions - 300ZX Related

not the engine ECU but the one that controls the autobox. Can this be unplugged and removed since I've converted to manual? cheers

Removed my Radiator last night and found two small dia pipes on the passenger side of the radiator, does anybody know what they are for ????

I have checked fluid levels, tyre pressure and for limp wrists! and all ok. When turning left the steering is heavier than when turning right. Not hugely different but definately heavier than the norm. Any ideas?

The right tool for the job So we had to deal with a non turbo with an ABS fault, the system is essentially the same as the one fitted to the twin turbo so any fault finding is the same which ever model you have. The ABS system fitted to the zed has a very easy to use built in diagnosis so there is often no need for any specialist equipment. The self diagnoses is built into the abs ecu module and the ecu has a small led that flashes a set number of times to correspond to a particular fault code that is stored within the unit. A small drive is all that is required until the ABS warring light comes on and stays on, by pulling over and leavi…

Spotted a white 300zx east bound on the m8 between J3 and J2. Anyone on here??

doesnt say anything on it! any ideas?

i have a pair of twin Piston baileys DV26's right now ... ( woosh ) i asume the atmospheric and venturi do the same thing but been told to get Recirculating ones as there better with turbo spool now the original ones are they any good ? if so what type of Boost/Power can they take Thanks Mark

well i thought i would start taking my zed apart today! my origanal plan was to take the engine out as i thought i had a shagged tubo or 2! Anyway i thought i would take the plenum off as im doing a water bypass and i have fitted new injector plugs and coil plugs today and while i was there i thought i would take a look at the turbo pipes etc to look for oil and im pleased to say there is very little in my pipes so im guessing the turbos are in ok condition. However it does leave me a bit confused as i was getting blue smoke on idle depending on what way the wind was blowing! lol so im hopping its due to the crap connectors on both the coil packs and the injecto…

its that time of year again to renew the zeds insurance . anybody getting a good deal on classic insurance as my insurers say they will beat any quote if i have proof of a cheaper quote . any pointers as to who i should be getting a quote from will be much appreciated . cheers andyzx

when driving does anyone else find the centre section around the gearstick and handbrake gets very hot as well as the trim underneath and the floor carpets ( all be it tweed/ leather) mine is literally baking these days after 20 miles or so.......

what is the coolant capacity of the TT pls, and what concentration should i add in antifreeze to ensure best protection over our glorious winter period, ta Neil

Hia matey its Dewi, can you email me please on fastredz@hotmail.com about the chip for the zed Cheers Dewi

Hi All. I'm swapping some bits from my old engine to new. I've found a few posts about installing the dipstick tube but nothing about removal?? Is it just a push fit? Any tips for getting it out without damaging it? Tips on installation would also be appreciated. BTW the engine is out of the vehicle. Cheers H

Hi guys, Just seen these, what do you lot think for the money? Whats the impications of 'a little bit of play'? Cheerz, Rob http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-300ZX-2-HKS-UPGRADED-UPRATED-TURBO-CHARGER-Z32-/220835387221?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item336ad09755#ht_500wt_922

8 places ahead of the supra :laugh: apologies if already posted. http://www.insideline.com/features/the-100-greatest-cars-of-all-time.html found it through pistonheads. Not a highly rated top 100 plus its american.

I have just taken my plenum off and have found that my PCV pipes seem to have a valve in them is this right?

Right Engine is prtty much ready to go back in this week, im just tidying up the last of the engine bay, But just wondering, When I deleted my Aircon and and removed the ac rad etc I left the Aux fan in place, is it worth removing or can I wiring this up for extra cooling for the rad?? not that I should need it. What do you guys think or had anyone else had probs caused by removing this?? Cheers Craig

Hi everyone, Does anyone know where is cheapest for the '99-spec rear perspex strip? Cheers, Dave

Thought you guys might be interested in what we found with Brillomaster`s engine after its untimely failure, as you can see from the picture there is a series of nasty dents in the sump from the inside out!! that will spoil your day every time. Jeff TT

Spoke to Jerrik and heard very good things about MeisteR Z-R can ayone tell me if they have them? and compared to Tein is much cheaper any comments?

MOT time and the indicators pack up!! 10amp fuse in drivers foot-well checked. Hazards work ok. Any ideas? :sweatdrop:

After taking his engine out and putting the new one in, hes got a slight problem, his power steering isn't working, he removed the pump when changing the engine, but now is not getting any noise from the solenoid on the steering rack. And his pump is making the noise like its got an air lock. any ideas? it was working fine before the engine came out.

Anyone ever fitted the bigger 200sx throttlebodies to a 300?

Now, ive always felt, that buying from a forum member, is like buying from a brother, or a close friend. I take every word they say, as gospel. Sometimes, i dont even ask what it is im buying, i just know, that if he/she is selling, i want to buy it... Imagine my horror, after buying from Ian (vodkashots for those who dont know Ian. Watch out for him!!) i decovered its not what i was expecting.. After taking the car out today, i noticed it was lacking in power. Ian told me is was running boost jets, a decat exhaust, and Geddy ECU. I expect it to be fast as f**k, and to be honest, on the 1/4 miles test drive i took in 12.4 seconds, it did feel fast. Well, af…

My zed has developed an idle problem when stationary. The vehicle always starts but sometimes idles ok and at others the idle dies away but rarely stalls. If the accelerator is depressed/feathered then it appears to bog down and tries to stall unless its then left to idle again. When idle dies it can restart immediately and continue driving. The car drives fine once going (under load). In the last 3mths its had a new knock sensor, new alternator, timing belt, cam belt, power steering belt, air con belt, new plenum gasket, all injector seals replaced, clutch pedal repair & improvement, new spark plugs, Thermostat, new IACV air regulator, heater matrix,…