General Discussions - 300ZX Related

Im picking up another engine next week, nothing serious with mine yet but fancied having a spare, its apparently got about 60k miles, but although it may be good as it is, i fancy doing a rebuild to make it like new again before i drop the engine and manual box in the car. Im not looking to do a slickpete, im after making it strong and reliable for the years ahead. So if i replace the pistons, rings and conrods, etc, whats the best way to go and where to get the bits. Im in no rush, just going to take my time and do it bit by bit, but would maybe like to get it all finished before the summer starts. Im after it basically being like new, internally, for peace…

Working today and have seen 3 zeds 2 In fort fareham 1 nice white one in gudge heath road. Was it you???

been looking at the D2 big brake kits,and thought what do you do when the pads need replacing? what pads do you order? and more importantly what about when the discs need replacing? there a lot of money but surely dont last forever

A bit of work and it might fit :thumbdown: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Painted-Nissan-300ZX-Z32-Boot-lip-spoiler-89-00-Coupe_W0QQitemZ270514673101QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item3efbee55cd

http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=21354 Nissans new roadster is a real beauty, better and cheaper than a Porsche Boxter and Mercedes SLK who wants one:yes:on sale from march for your summer fun:cool:

my engines been tapping for a few months now but over the last few days its developed into a knocking sound, im thinking big ends are on the way out, is there anyway of checking without taking things to bits? a friend says if i put a screw driver to the sump i maybe able to tell? thanks.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NISSAN-300-ZX-84-95-WIX-OIL-FILTER-WL7143_W0QQitemZ300386558358QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item45f06f2196 Reading on this fourm wix is a good oil filter is this a good deal on e bay?

:helpsmilie::helpsmilie:when i rebuild the engine i mixed the solenoids up, so they are on oposite sides could this cause alack of power , as im getting boost but no increased power its like the solenoids are not advancing the inlrt cams any ideas :helpsmilie::helpsmilie:

Im looking at buying an engine stand, does anyone know if a 550kg man enough for the job Cheers Graham

You got PM bud...could you drop me a line back when you get a chance before Friday? Thanks mate

Ive been on here for a bit now, i get involved in the banter, try and arrange some meets, and offer help and advice whenever i can. But, i really do enjoy funny threads. This gets me thinking??? What are the classic memorable threads that you remember. The ones that stand out from the rest, Whether funny, sad or just one big bun fight etc etc. I want to know about them and see what we all think One of my favs ever was the pink plenium, started of and just ran and ran. what else is out there???

For those of you following this, have got the conversion harness ready for slick Pete's car now. A bit rough until we test it then I'll drill a hole in the case to pass the cables through to neaten it up but at least it's progress :yes: The unconnected wires are for shift light, wide-band connection, clutch switch pickup (full-throttle shift), map switching and road speed input.

Hi people, Just went out to start the car up but nothing, got the leads out and tried, the battery is charging as i can turn the lights on. Im turning the key but not even getting any lights up on the dash, I have a clifford 650 alarm system, anyone got any ideas?

Hi guys. Any ideas on what is a good value radio/cd player ? Or has anyone got one they dont want? Also, do you really need a new car aerial for dab? cheers!

As above really, After seeing my plight he`s very kindly sent me an injector to compare against my own dodgy reading one. So once again THANKS STU! Top club spirit!!

Hi all! Sussex Stu has very generously sent me an injector to test against my what i suspect failed one. I`ve just ohm tested the injector and i`m assuming it needs not to be given a current or owt, or am i wrong? Because the ohm read 74 which if all being well on how i`ve tested it would indicate that it`s screwed as well..or am i wrong?

I've fitted a new loom for a LHD, and can't seem to get the plugs for the AIV's to reach, however, they are no longer in use as they are bunged up on the exhaust, so leaving the plugs off wont make any difference? And, there is another plug, i'm pretty sure it's for the EGR solenoid, which i can't seem to find, so i have 2 grey 2 pin square connectors, and 1 black 2 pin square connector, which i presume is for the EGR solenoid, what would be the consequences of leaving them disconnected? EGR is still in place by the way... Cheers...

hiya peeps, i have a twin turbo slicktop manual, anyone have any ideas what these cars weight coming off the production line??? ta peeps davie

had about 9inches of snow down here :) not silly enough to drive out init tho :)

What do you folks think of these ? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NISSAN-300ZX-EBC-T-GROOVED-FRONT-DISCS-YELLOWPADS_W0QQitemZ350300157651QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item518f8436d3

Any good for a zed? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BRAND-NEW-JDM-WORK-MEISTER-S2R-18INCH-FOR-350Z-G35_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem25582d1262QQitemZ160393138786QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

Does anybody know if these are any good? Thinking of getting one mapped to my engine! What do people think about these?

I am just about to get all my bits from the US they are being shipped on Friday :lol: I have a load of bits coming off the car that I will be selling on here as soon as the new bits are fitted. Some of the for sale adds on here seem to be more expensive than buying the stuff new :no: . Anyhows I need the room so what would you ask for this stuff to see it sold on here. I just literally want to sell the stuff, it is of no use to me so I will be realistic on prices. 19” Dare Hiro wheels with almost new Avon zz3 tyres Mint condition Rage racing seats slightly faded on the sides Alpine DVD flip screen head unit (quite nice)and crappy DVD player Devin ch…

Could not find the post of the person on ebay flogging the front nose with the Knight Rider bit bolted on. I found this on ebay and made me laugh :lol: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Michael-Knight-Night-Rider-LED-KIT-KITT-BULB-CAR-LIGHTS_W0QQitemZ370104730084QQcategoryZ122141QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4012.m8QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DMW%26itu%3DUCC%26otn%3D15%26po%3DLCA%26ps%3D4

Hi Guys, after just having my manual conversion delivered, I thought it would be a good idea to start a thread to let peeps know the weight of individual items from the 300zx, It would make it easier for us to estimate the shipping costs! I struggled to let the courier company know the exact weight of the parcel they were collecting for me, I guessed at 85kg for the full complete kit, eg manual box, flywheel, pedals, master & slave cylinder, prop shaft, some pipes and bolts, The company never asked for any more money so i assume the 85kg was a good guess. Just to add, It cost me £46 for the courier company to collect my gearbox pallet from Essex and deliver …