General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Hi to the electrically gifted and experienced. Is it possible to wire a satnav/dvd system from another car forgetting about problems of space required, just the wiring and what problems could i have installing it, i'm thinking of a satnav/dvd from an x-trail?. has it been done before? i looked but couldn't find anything. just looking for ideas to spend my money :). cheers. Hodge

http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=21618 Somebody was looking a car cover and just noticed this tasty cover from pistonheads £250 for a life time quality cover :thumbup:

...might be of interest to some? Nothing to do with me but it does look rather tasty! Not sure how true the 'one size fits all' description is though... http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/titanium-gear-shift-knob-NISSAN-SKYLINE-200sx-300z-5spd_W0QQitemZ380211810861QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item588663d22d

Just had 1 of my wheels refurbed.and noticed when i called to the place he has split the wheel. On asking him if this is usual he replied that this was the easiest way but 1st 2 piece rim he has had. Whilst out with some mates last night and chatting about this one guy said make sure its gets put back together with silicone and torqued up correctly Also make sure they were not stretched bolts!! What should i ask him on my return? The spare wheels i gave him have came up amazing and will remove the other 4 off my car to give to him but should i be concerned? Dave

I've just become the proud owner of some R33 GTR rears to go on my 300zx. I am under the impression that they are simply a bolt on item. (With the possibility of needing a new brake line!) Is this correct? They come with discs and pads but I have read that they use the same disc and pad as the standard rear calipers... Now since i've read that, have I bought a pointless upgrade? Is it indeed the same setup that ive just paid money for? LOL Also want to do the Evo Brembo upgrade, spoke to a couple of people about this and basically I'm looking to have some brackets made to suit a 350z disc. There are a couple of drawings floating about does anyone have a definate…

Is it true that UK cars have adjustable dampers? Because if they do then why is there no mention of it in my owners manual? And if it is true, is it also true (as I've read on here) that you adjust them by pulling the handbrake up one click? (again why no mention in the handbook). I've tried it in mine, and I'm fairly sure I can feel a difference in the ride/handling, but I can't quite believe that any car manufacturer would seriously use the handbrake lever as the switch, so I wonder if I'm just telling myself there is a difference?

Hi, I have replaced my OEM radiator with an aftermarket bigger better unit and fitted a separate MOCOL oil rad unit for the purpose of stopping the Auto Tranny frying itself stupid. (I also have SAW which does not help!) What is the working oil temp for a TT AUTO Tranny and should I fit a (probably high temp) OILSTAT so that it gets up to speed first. I believe auto tranny oil is happy at around 140 degrees, but would like that confirmed by a guru. Thanks again. :tooth:

Hi, The TT has a small pathetic oil cooler - is it small because Nissan were happy to pump cold oil without an oilstat and a bigger oild cooler would have needed an oilstat - or is there a secret hidden oilstat somewhere that I do not know about? I have dumped the OEM oil-cooler and fitted a MOCOL and I have an OILSTAT (wax thermostat kicks in at 80 degrees) to fit but do not want to reinvent the wheel so to speak! :punk: Any help/advice appreciated. :yes:

Hi all, my speedo is playing up. Its well strange. I have had problems before in the past with speed sensors but that was with my old auto box. This time the speedo doesn't move. Then by magic it will move to about 15/20 mph and if i tap the cluster it will drop. Then if i drive a bit harder it will sometimes rise. Thing is though my steering never goes stiff like the old sensor problems. Its just got a mind of its own FFS:hammer: any ideas?? do you think the converter has gone (or going) plus the needle never sits at 0 mph when stopped. its at 5mph...

I intend to connect supply to ballast box from original bulb connector, That right [please confirm ] What to do with the black wire that is left in Headlight when you remove old bulb? Its a swiched negative , Just leave ? Last ? You guys who fitted H I D conversion, did you need to have lights set up again , to avoid dazzel? Thanks for help on this upgrade bulb

Guys Im really struggling with a few bits so would really appreciate someone letting me know what these pipes do? Basically there are two pipes that come up from the rear of the engine bay where the fuel pipes come in. One dives through the passanger side bulkhead near a wire that I believe is the brake pad sensor? the other contines to run along towards the front of the car. Thing is a whole lot of stuff has been deleted from this car and its making it very difficult for me to find out what things do or did because they removed the odd bit, stuck a hose on the odd bit, and blanked the odd bit. Nothing ever seems to have been completely deleted!!!.…

Another big thanks to Jeff and Jamie for replacing my leaky fuel tank today!! And thanks to Lynda for the hot chocolate and toast too....... Also it was good to meet Steve, Andy and Jimmy! Richard:cool2:

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http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Nissan-300ZX-Twin-Turbo-polished-plenum_W0QQitemZ170454578887QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item27afe276c7 snap it up! :2guns:

Seen you this afternoon travelling out of Southport on the coast road, I was in my Black convertible, who was it???? You had an irish plate on MBZ? Daz. :cool3:

Does anyone know if Scott still has Nexus down in Southend? Tried the old number but seems disconnected. I know a few people on here have used him before......

hi all, bought my first zed!!..its an imported n/a fairlady, beautiful car, solid, lovely engine, but i have a strange problem with o/d.....my box changes up and down fine, kicks down, holds the gears, no untoward noises..or smells!!!...but when i engage overdrive, it does engage, but if i lift off, even momentarily..it drops a gear.....it will hold overdrive with cruise on no problem at all...this is a frustrating problem on twistier roads!!...any advice greatl appreciated as its spoiling a lovely car..

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In the process of getting my white uk tt fully re-finished: * What's important to check, instruct & look out for? * What indosyncrasies do z's have, if any, when it comes to a full respray? * (Bodywork, sils & wheel arches already sorted recently by zedworld) *

My new cams are on the way, I could really do with someone to come out and do/help with the cam belt who is competent. Dont mind paying but could really do with the help to make sure its all done properly. Any ideas?

Hi people, I have been looking to get some bigger injectors for my 300, and have found this little set-up from Z1 in USA. What do you all think, good or bad? Al. http://www.z1motorsports.com/product_info.php?products_id=3348 http://www.z1motorsports.com/product_info.php?products_id=4293&osCsid=94c98e8ed85934ae7fe95a6670f6a662 Looks cheap too, compared to Nismo 650cc old style injectors. £520 approx + delivery?

Hi all, remember my thread about a super clean low mileage UK zed? for those who do read on for those who don't click the link below http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=132407 Well having had among a lot of unseen upgrades the large calipers did mean new wheels were required and so we fitted a spanky set of 19" rims and tyres, getting a good deal on these at the moment. So enjoy a few pics below. Jeff TT

Got home today to fine some huge parcels ive been itching to see, And wow christmas come early apart from the packing feck me where they well packed i was actually getting annoyed trying to get it off lol. Well heres most of my bodykit I have viper wings already and am just about to buy a demon rear skirt but heres the rest. Daves AB front bumper Bomex sideskirts with door fillers 99 spec headlight inserts vented nose panel smooth rear lip Bonnet Vent ( not sure if ill use) The quality is fantastic huge thanks dave ill send you progess and finished pics when shes is done. Cheers Craig

I have evo 8 calipers and have been searching for some discs to buy. I have read that people who have had the evo calipers have gone with 350z discs, would the r34 disc fit with these calipers? Would like to fit some big 355mm aswell. Thanks, Ant

Hi all, need some advice. Went to start the card this morning, dash lit up but made clicking noise rather than turning over. Had a look under bonnet, made sure battery connected and tried again, same thing. So decided to try and jump start it. As I went to put the second lead on the Z, there was a flash of sparks and the headlights came on, alarm went off etc. Took all the leads off, and when I tried to start no lights on dash, nothing. Had a fiddle with the fuse box(s), and when I looked at the small one on the driver's side I moved the one closest to the wing (which has a large loop of wire on it). This got the car live again, but still no starting. …