Going to start this thread for members to post up what they did each day to there zed. I will start with getting my MOT this morning. So what did you do today on your 300?:cool3:

yeah the pcv hose is made of concrete its absolutly solid :hammer:

found a kit from sfs performace they do all 5 hoses

yeah the pcv hose is made of concrete its absolutly solid :hammer:

found a kit from sfs performace they do all 5 hoses

 

Yup, that will do the job. You will need to restrictors though so don’t bin the old ones. You can get the PCV valves themselves for cheap, worth doing now.

As per our friend Chris from Basildon’s advice, I found myself a free day to tinker with the Z and catch up with some maintenance and projects! Make sure you have a few minutes before starting this one.

 

After my 740’s went in I took the car to Jim’s for a smoke test and learnt that my left o2 sensor had become lazy! I promptly purchased replacement Bosch sensors and have since been putting off the job thinking it looked a bit of a nightmare! Well, in the last few weeks my idle had become really quite lumpy and a quick scan on the ConZult showed that my lazy left o2 sensor had fallen asleep throwing up a code 33 and the right hand had joined forces with a code 53!

 

Over the last few days I have been unleashing hell (plus gas) onto the bases of the o2 sensors in the hope that they would kindly surrender their beds for some younger models and to my surprise, they actually did. It was a lot more straight forward then I anticipated and now that the new units are fitted and plugged in, it’s back to the good old code 55.

 

I tackled the drivers side first, I managed to get an o2 sensor socket in position and then manoeuvred a 1/2” drive extension down the inside of the clutch master and engaged the universal joint onto the tool. Then out came Betsy, the trusty steed of a breaker bar and whilst supporting the top of the extension so as to not apply any torque or force onto any of the surrounding hoses, harness and components on its journey into the oblivion, I proceeded to push like f**k until a comforting yet potentially concerning “crack” appears and I quickly relieve the tension in the muscles working hard.

 

At this point I shine a light down to prove that it was the o2 sensor cracking and not a piece of sheared tooling throwing in the towel! Success. It came out nicely and the replacement slipped back in, loomed in and ready for service.

 

Onto the passenger side, I was under the impression that this side was a bit more awkward because of the air con pipes and general access but with the battery removed, I could quite comfortably reach in and slip the socket over the offending sensor and access from above straight on looked good. I’d actually bought a crows foot for this side but it wasn’t required, I threaded the 1/2” extension neatly past the VTC solenoid, over a hose, under a harness and docked it seamlessly ready for action.

 

This one took a bit more effort from Betsy but she was never going to lose this battle. The special socket with the cutout for the wires had started to open at this point and I was on the cusp of butchering the sensor to get a normal 22mm socket on but with one last heave, the old girl let go and we were in business. I even took a little pic of my entry point!

 

 

Whilst access was easy, I removed my IACV and AAC for inspection as I’ve had some issues setting up the base idle. I had it off not so long ago with the plenum and it was still like new so nil fix there, I’ll troubleshoot that further another day. All back together, set up on the conzult and the idle is silky again!

 

 

Then I thought it was about time I sorted my rev2 passenger door as too many years had passed by! So off with the door card and start plugging away at the deadening. I only had a couple of sheets left and ran out so the rest can wait until revision 3, it still sounds much better. While it was apart I had a play with the Bose box install to measure what room I had to play with the speakers. I’ve learned that the door harness on the Bose models are different as it takes a different route and would be longer, but it is still doable without fuss.

 

 

I installed the tweeter into its new home, attached it to the door card and slipped the duct back over ready to be terminated into the door harness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

At this point my interest drifted to the sorry looking clips that pop in along the underside of the door card and I vaguely remembered purchasing a set some time ago. So off to the Z cave and sure enough, there they were still sealed in a Jiffy bag! They were only 3 quid for 10 and they’re really quite good with a foam washer around the base for noise suppression. I removed all of the tired old ones, one of which looked as though it had missed the hole a few times and adopted a new shape, and fitted the lovely new ones.

 

 

 

I already had my component speaker attached to the metal baffle plate, via an MDF ring, ready to go so it was a matter of quick off and on with the speaker.

 

 

I popped the door card back on and restored that side to normal, the new clips went on a treat, great purchase! Here’s a link: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F222507429912

 

Once that was done I setup the new balance and adjusted the amps accordingly and proceeded to make way for the installation of my bass level controller, something I’ve missed since upgrading my amps. When I had my sub amp serviced I purchased the optional level controller which I’m installing in place of where the cigarette lighter once lived (currently houses my AppRadio lead that I never use!). I’ve removed the trim piece so I’ll update progress that tomorrow as I’ll take it into work.

 

At this point I read a facebook post about handbrake handles and thought whilst I’ve got the trim apart, I’d take the centre console out and replace my handbrake handle with the nearly new part that Jimmer’s Dad gave me about 10 years ago!! So I did that, then gave it a quick wash and left it serviceable ready to take it to work tomorrow; something I rarely do but the weather looks so good I can’t resist!

 

That lot just took me 40mins to type, sorry about the story, I got carried away!

Edited April 18, 20187 yr by Joely P

No idea. Was taking it to a body shop and trust their skills. They have a grey zed in at the moment that’s looking pretty sweet. What should I suggest they do?

 

It is very important to prevent water ingress between the spoiler and the tailgate. Nissan used

adhesive strips to provide seals which over time fail to remain watertight and allow water ingress which

damages the spoiler with corrosion to the metal parts and subsequent rot to the foam.

 

To provide a permanent water tight seal, at a minimum bond the spoiler (Sikaflex or similar) to the tailgate

along the inside of the leading edge (where the adhesive strips would have gone) and along the bottom

edge of the "wings" as in the red line below.

 

While it was apart I had a play with the Bose box install to measure what room I had to play with the speakers. I’ve learned

that the door harness on the Bose models are different as it takes a different route and would be longer, but it is still doable without fuss.

 

So you are keeping them after all?

So you are keeping them after all?

 

I wasn’t until Chris’s post rejuvenated my interest in them! I feel I need to give them a go?

It is very important to prevent water ingress between the spoiler and the tailgate. Nissan used

adhesive strips to provide seals which over time fail to remain watertight and allow water ingress which

damages the spoiler with corrosion to the metal parts and subsequent rot to the foam.

 

To provide a permanent water tight seal, at a minimum bond the spoiler (Sikaflex or similar) to the tailgate

along the inside of the leading edge (where the adhesive strips would have gone) and along the bottom

edge of the "wings" as in the red line below.

 

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Thanks will advise the body shop. [emoji106]

 

 

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One of these!

 

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Well that game didn’t last very long [emoji23]

 

 

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What a awesome way to start the day, the Z was proud to be the chariot of choice for this mornings commute.

 

What a awesome way to start the day, the Z was proud to be the chariot of choice for this mornings commute.

 

Right under the tower so they can keep an eye on it. I like your style [emoji41]

Love the parking JP :yes: This nice weather is bringing the classic's and the more interesting cars out of the garages.

Edited April 19, 20187 yr by Gaz 300

Love the parking JP :yes: This nice weather is brining the classic's and the more interesting cars out of the garages.

How right you are Gary. Already this week i have had the pleasure of doing MOT on a Lotus Cortina which was in pristine condition, an AC COBRA rep with a 427 ford under the hood, a BMW 2002 Which was just perfect. And a lovely Celica GT4. [emoji41]

How right you are Gary. Already this week i have had the pleasure of doing MOT on a Lotus Cortina which was in pristine condition, an AC COBRA rep with a 427 ford under the hood, a BMW 2002 Which was just perfect. And a lovely Celica GT4. [emoji41]

 

That's a nice selection Chris. :thumbup1:

Thanks will advise the body shop

 

Oh and you will be missing the closed cell foam gasket which goes around the third brake light area which

you will need to seal the area. You can buy the stuff in self adheasive 6mm sheets and cut to shape.

 

 

I wasn’t until Chris’s post rejuvenated my interest in them! I feel I need to give them a go?

 

Go ahead, if it works for you I can always get another pair. I will send you the links I have which discuss the experiences people

have had with different makes of drivers and sizes used in the enclosures.

Victory finaly got the compressor of, the rear bolt was a nightmare

 

 

And Double victory alternator and power steering pump of on the other side

 

Edited April 19, 20187 yr by GeeDee

Oh no!

 

The most valuable tool when working on a Z is patience. Do jobs when your free time allows and not when you have just an hour to do it.

 

Spare time is a precious thing nowadays but i find if you dedicate a whole day to the car you will enjoy working on it.

 

Sound advice there Chris...:thumbup:

Love the parking JP :yes: This nice weather is bringing the classic's and the more interesting cars out of the garages.

 

Ditto - That is exactly how I try to park all the time, in carparks....:thumbup:

Oh and you will be missing the closed cell foam gasket which goes around the third brake light area which

you will need to seal the area. You can buy the stuff in self adheasive 6mm sheets and cut to shape.

 

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Booked in for the 30th for a full paint detail, spoiler mounted and sprayed and both bumpers resprayed. Getting ceramic coating done too. Big bill, but will be worth it.

 

 

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Washed dryed light polish and glass cleaned. Ready for the Friday drive to work.

 

Washed dryed light polish and glass cleaned. Ready for the Friday drive to work.

 

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Looking great as ever Gaz....:thumbup:

Thanks Richard and how's your Z coming along?

They said it wasn’t going to be on the cover?...

 

Never knew Banzai was still being published. That must be all the Jap mags your 300ZX has been highlighted in JP. Will try and find one but if not buy online. :rockon:

Edited April 20, 20187 yr by Gaz 300