General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Guys I need to fit a new aerial to my car as the current one is mounted to the inside of the front windscreen and gives a crap/ signal (something very similar to this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/INTERNAL-GLASS-WINDSCREEN-MOUNT-AMPLIFIED-CAR-AERIAL-/320532140629?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item4aa1345255 Has anyone used a signal amp or similar to boost their signal? It's either that or I am looking at mounting a new aerial and mount just behind the t-bars on the roof, but I'd only go that route as a last resort. Do not really want to take a drill to the Zed's roof! Was thinking some sort of bee sting type thing or one like they use on the VW g…

Hi has anyone had any experience with these tyres I'm getting mixed reviews some people rate them highly but others like on the evo forum complain of weak side walls. Gone off the idea of 888s and the new yoko advan ad08 as they are to soft. I'm after an all round tyre good for road and the odd track day maybe. Any ideas? Thanks Dan

The rear suspension on the car has started to squeak going over bumps, car is lowered 50mm with adjustable camber arms, is it time for new shocks?

Hi all, Having taken my 300 ZX TT for a frst run today I am very impressed by the performance. However as this is my first turbo'd car I crave a BOV valve to make some additional noise. I assume with 2 turbo's I can run a pair of BOV's but I do not know a lot about fitting them. Can anybody advise what I should be looking for? I am hoping someone offers a complete fitting kit to make life easier although some pointers on where to fit them would also help! Cheers Jay

Up this up if you missed it this month, loads of good 300zx tips http://www.banzaimagazine.com/pastissue.asp?issueID=29

Well i'm off shopping for all the remaining bits this saturday to get it started next week :hyper: One job I need to do is hook up the final wiring to the starter motor/alternator. I have one thick wirecoming directly from the (+) of the battery to the engine bay that i assume used to attach to the starter motor on the original engine. NOW with my limited knowledge of engine bay electrics I would imagine that: The thick (+) feed wire goes to the (+) of the starter The (-) of the starter goes to the block and the block the the earth of the battery From the (+) of the starter to the charge of alternator? Do I need a relay inbetween the key barre…

Since santa pod my RPS clutch has started to slip on full boost so i need a new friction plate but ONLY the friction plate! the flywheel and the rest of the bits are ok so im looking for the cheapest way out which is to fit just what i need. Where can i buy just the RPS max street friction plate? anyone have a link?

Well guys I have just been reading an article tonight about the street racer who was the inspiration for the story which became The Fast and the Furious. Well have a guess what car he used to race . . . . . . . . . ? Yep boys and girls, a starion initially and then a 1990 300zx twin turbo !!!!!! When racing, he used to give other cars advantages (car lenghts) and still beat them over a mile. Article for anybody that is interested : http://www.turbomagazine.com/editors/turp_0602_1990_nissan_300zx_twin_turbo/index.html

Thanks to Munny975 for sending me a PM when he had seen these on ebay, I have been messed about something wicked trying to buy a set of rays wheels. I really liked these so bought them, had to pay £250 for shipping as well but think they are smart. Might silverplate the gold bits not sure yet. Will take 8 weeks to arrive http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250636478761

Never been a big fan of race cars for the road but I like th elook of this one...... http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C127077/

Hi guys, ive got to get myself two back tyres and im just wonting to no is there a best sizes? My wheels are 18" 9.5 and at the moment i have 265,35.:biggrin:

As she raws back into life after been four years off the road, because of engine out and rebuilt pratically ,sorry are new enternals to my tubs with 360 bearings and stagger stage step oil seals thanks to the one one the only MR SILVER BULLET and not only for sorting out my tubs but also for the advice of witch turns out i could not have done myself without. I let her tick over for a while until she came off the slightly higher rev and setalled down to 800 revs and the temp up to norm working temp before slowly brining her up to 4000 rev at 500 intervals because i had which i think a sticky hydrallic lifter /tappet noise going on on a cylinder and it cleared.BUT my que…

Hi im in need of some help here before i buy. The wheels i want only come in a 9.5 and a 10! I want to fit a 9.5 on the front and a 10 on the rear. My choices of offset for the front is either et12 or et25. Im going to have the arches rolled, Would it be best to go with either a et25 and hope the spokes clear my Brembos or go for a et12 and go for a spacer. They do the 10 in either et12 et25 or et35. They have advised for an et35 does this sound right? I want the wheels to fit flush as poss with the arch. I know im going to need a stretch on the tyres what size would you think would suit to fit? Cheers Dan

Any Ideas zedcentres ones have been out of stock for ages

The previous owner of my Z had problems with the air conditioning over the 5 years he owned it; basically it was making a terrible noise that got worse. It has not been re gassed since import in 2004. He took it to a garage and they said they had fixed it electronically. I have the invoice for the work done it cost him £60 two years ago; a Z specialist located in Swindon. But he admitted he didn’t think it was working very well and hardly used it. So the other day I had a quick look and basically all they had done as far as I can see is remove the fuse. I put a new fuse in and turned it on and yes it makes a terrible noise. Three questions:- 1. What are the likely p…

Hi, does the petrol gauge have a low warning light, or does it just stop. Rich

Morning buddy, Was good to meet you both Sunday. I am still burnt from Sunday lol. Was bad enough then thought it would be a good idea to drive home with the roof off, woops... As mentioned Sunday here is my engine and turbo stuff for sale. Engine: http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=132976&page=2 Turbos: http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=133024

Hi I had the cats removed, middle boxes took out so straight through stainless to the back boxes. Very Loud Had enough last year so I took it back to the place who done it, crossed their greasy palms with another £300 and had quieter back boxes fitted. Still Very Loud. They told me the only way to go any quieter now is to fit a standard restrictive back box on and have a totally standard exhaust note. Am I right in thinking if I got some middle boxes and had them refitted it would quieten down or just restrict flow? Do you think it would make much difference.

Some yesterday mentioned to me to use slick 50 for the gearbox. Is this the proper stuff to use or dosent it matter?

I'm in a bit of a dilemma and would really appreciate your advice. I currently own a Z32 NA manual, which I've had for almost a year. The car is very clean, drives very well and in fact has just passed its MOT with no issues. Ever since I bought the car, I have always wished that it was a Twin Turbo and more importantly, red (it's white). All year, I've mused getting it re-sprayed etc. but didn't bother on the basis that it simply isn't cost-effective. I had therefore made up my mind that as soon as it passed its MOT, I would sell it and then look for a clean RED Twin Turbo. The problem is that each time I drive it, I'm reminded of how clean,…

My lass spotted you around half 7 coming up towards Manchester... "It was black and like yours" so sorry no more details!

As above, i need to know as i bought some new 55W HIDs from Hong Kong, and one of the ballasts is not working properly. Thanks in advance Paul

Hello guys I'm right in the process of putting the new set of kyb agx on my zed. Problem is that i found, on the rear shocks on top, 2 grey electrical thingies that i have searched on forum and read that they stifen suspension with 1 click of hand brake. So now? The new kyb agx dont have this... sould i only leave them pluged but not in place? Any problem may come from that? Thanks!

Ive been working out, how much i need to save to get my zed where i want it.Everything is sorted but i need New rear spolier and skirts, a bit of work to the rear arches, and some tlc on the interior leather seats, and im done. I reckon £1500 - £2000 will sort it, this will include any labour and spraying? How much do you guys need to finish it.....

And it failed big time :hammer: Rear position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impared) - (they are spray tinted) Front (both sides) Headlamp aim too high Rear fog lamp switch missing - (didn't bother to ask where it was) Centre (joint) exhaust has a major leak Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (PCV Valves ?) Exhaust emits dense blue smoke during acceloration (turbo's ?) Offside front brake pads less than 1.5mm think (were 5mm 4 weeks ago) Offside front brake binding Front brakes imbalanced (28% difference) :gun_bandana: They put on the bottom that if I left it at the station and had the work done within 10 days I wou…