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exactly what I think but this member thinks this when using the term series I just want to make sure I'm not the only one who finds the term series as simple and easy to understand.

Hey guys, I am developing a massive build thread for my Z project and I have been using the term series as a way of describing in a simple easy manner the difference in year ranges between model changes and parts. I adopted the system from this website http://www.300zx.org.uk/model_variations.htm A member on the AUS forums is arguing with me saying its making the community dumber by using the term series, as it is not an official term used by Nissan in the Z32 service manuals etc etc. I am curious to know what people think about this system and if it is ok to use when explaining development changes for the Z32.

Hey guys, got a bit of a funny question to ask as I brought a set of rear TT wheels from Japan a couple of years ago and it seems my JDM OEM center caps don't fit in the TT wheels. I have done some measuring and it appears the hole in the wheels for the center caps is only 44.7 mm wide. My oem center caps are 54 mm wide. Now I did some researching and found on a US parts website that they listed a smaller sized cap at 44.7 mm but it is now discontinued from Nissan as according to their information only the 90 model TT wheels had these smaller caps. I've tried asking the question on the US forums but no one seems to know anything about these smaller sized caps and I'm wondering if maybe my TT wheels might be UKDM spec and that's why the caps are smaller as I don't know if you guys got special rear wheels from the factory. Can anyone shed some light on this matter for me? I am trying to source a pair to finish off my wheels but as you can tell I can't find anything on the net about them.

So guys my idle/poor running problems have been fixed and it is all thanks to a brand new OEM air flow sensor:). So to further help prove reference material to the community for assistance to another Z owner who may come across this problem, here are my results before and after the install of the new AFM. First thing i did was data log my Z's current sensor values from Conzult with my original AFM still installed on the car. As you can see my idle/shuttering problems hasn't changed much since this whole thing began. With my base data now recorded, I removed the old AFM sensor from the Z and took some comparison photos of the old and new AFM sensors. I then installed the new AFM sensor onto the car and now the moment of truth. Success, straight away the car felt more stable and the idle was constant and steady. I checked for error codes but found none which was good and let the car idle for a few minutes My 02 sensors were reading fluctuating volts again which was another good sign and the shuttering had all but disappeared. I checked the main signals screen to noticed no massive drops in base idle when switching to the main signals which previously it would drop 100 rpm instantly. And finally when the car had reached the optimal temperature setting to test the 02 sensors they began oscillating as per normal when revving the car to 2000 rpm. As you can imagine I was wrapped to see these results and as I had been told by the UK forums I have to now reset my base idle and I did just that. I reset my base idle to dead center at 850 rpm and the car is now purring like a kitten again:D. I have done a few test drives and did a big 40 min highway drive to my parents in laws place and the Z didn't miss a beat.:zlove: I would like to thank everyone who offered advice and spare parts to help me solve my idle problem. This community is a great place with a great bunch of people.:zlove:

So guys my idle/poor running problems have been fixed and it is all thanks to a brand new OEM air flow sensor:). So to further help prove reference material to the community for assistance to another Z owner who may come across this problem, here are my results before and after the install of the new AFM. First thing i did was data log my Z's current sensor values from Conzult with my original AFM still installed on the car. As you can see my idle/shuttering problems hasn't changed much since this whole thing began. With my base data now recorded, I removed the old AFM sensor from the Z and took some comparison photos of the old and new AFM sensors. I then installed the new AFM sensor onto the car and now the moment of truth. Success, straight away the car felt more stable and the idle was constant and steady. I checked for error codes but found none which was good and let the car idle for a few minutes My 02 sensors were reading fluctuating volts again which was another good sign and the shuttering had all but disappeared. I checked the main signals screen to noticed no massive drops in base idle when switching to the main signals which previously it would drop 100 rpm instantly. And finally when the car had reached the optimal temperature setting to test the 02 sensors they began oscillating as per normal when revving the car to 2000 rpm. As you can imagine I was wrapped to see these results and as I had been told by the UK forums I have to now reset my base idle and I did just that. I reset my base idle to dead center at 850 rpm and the car is now purring like a kitten again:D. I have done a few test drives and did a big 40 min highway drive to my parents in laws place and the Z didn't miss a beat.:zlove: I would like to thank everyone who offered advice and spare parts to help me solve my idle problem. This community is a great place with a great bunch of people.:zlove:

thanks santa, I replaced my fuel pump module in 2012 with a 95 model module just for the hell of it. I still have my old module so I will try and replace it and see if it changes anything. Currently I have purchased a brand new maf sensor from Z1 motorsports but they haven't sent it to me yet and its been a week:(.

You sir are a legend. Thanks for the tip on the idle adjustment. Ill make sure to readjust the idle when i install the new maf. You have helped me alot with ur afldvice on this.

Thanks groover, very much appreciated. All my data points to a dead MAF sensor. Ill look into getting another MAF and hopefully that solve my erratic idle problem for good. Yes I'm aware that being in limp mode means I wont be able to go above 2500 rpm but luckily for me my job is only 5 minutes down the road. I can always reconnect the MAF sensor and just drive it with the erratic idle as well.

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Hey guys, I need some advice on whether or not I'm looking at a dead MAF sensor. I've been having erratic idle and stalling problems for the last 2 months and Today I have tried to record my problem via Conzult to show what my sensors are reading to help give me a clue as to whats wrong with my Z. In the last few days my Z has been stalling constantly when at low revs. It also has a hard time starting in the mornings when the engine is cold. I took this initial video of the cars start up routine so you can see what I'm talking about. Now with Conzult, I needed to press on the accelerator to stop the car from stalling a few times. My currently thinking is I either have a fuel starvation problem or an air starvation problem. I did some diggin on the net last night and I found a video of another 300zx owner who was having almost the same problem I am having and he solved it by replacing his MAF. So today my first point of call is to check whether my MAF sensor is dirty and if so clean it with some contact cleaner. After removing the nose panel I pulled the MAF harness connector and it looked like this; The MAF connector looked like so; So far the connectors look good, no corrosion that I can see and no need for cleaning. So I took the Air filter box out completely and then removed the MAF sensor and checked it. I'm pretty sure the sensor looks perfectly fine and doesn't appear to be dirty in any way. I gave the unit a wipe down but I didn't want to spray the sensor as it didn't look like it needed it. Before I put the air filter box back onto the car I first needed to clean the inside of the air filter box as it appears more of the air filter oil has gather in the lower sections of the air box:(. I thoroughly wiped the area down making sure there was not a speck of oil left and I'm considering going back to the OEM dry paper type of air filter now considering the amount of oil that is leaking from these K&N filters. I reinstalled the air filter box back on the car and I decided I would try and see if the Z starts without the MAF sensor connected. To my amazement it did and guess what it was holding idle and my 02 sensors were reading for a change. I then tested what would happen if I suddenly connected the MAF sensor in while the car was running. This is what happened I again tested the car with the MAF sensor disconnected but I used ECUtalk this time and from what I can see the car is in limp mode and wont rev above 1600 rpm in park. I took the Z for a short drive around my block and the car wont rev above 2500 rpm, but it was driving alot more smoothly and there was no shuttering or drops in idle when coasting. From the information I've shown does it appear my MAF is dead??

Thanks for all tue advice guys. I will be calling the repair shop and im going to try and get this all sorta. I just dont trust these panel shops with my z. But you are all right why should i accept this i should get what i want. Thanks again guys.

I dont know but the guys on the aus300zx have pointed out my lower door hinge is slightly out of alignment and I am planning to complain about the none blending of the paint with the body. The work has a lifetime garantuee so I should be able to have them redo the job at no cost to me. Ill keep you guys posted on any updates.

Hey guys, Just thought Id update everyone on the conclusion to my repairs from this accident. So I took the Z into the repair center on the scheduled date and they took all my details and I showed them the dent. They marked it and gave me a rundown on how the whole procedure will go with the repairs. They organised a free taxi ride how for me and gave me a VIP taxi card for a free trip to the repair shop once the car is repaired. Got a call later that day and was told they would email me the quote and my Z will be ready for pickup early next week. The quote stated the repair would cost the insurance company $550 to fix that dent Anyways I picked up my Z and I was so glad to have my Z back in my hands again. I got one of the panel shop employees to give me a quick rundown on what they did with the repair job. Got home and took these photos. They repair job is good but I can see the paint difference at section angles. A bit disappointing but I think the difference I'm seeing is due to fresh paint next to 12 months old paint and there is nothing you can do to match that, right?. UPDATE: According to the claims office for the insurance company Im with the repair was for only the door panel and the repair shop did not need to blend the paint to the a joining panels. Looks like they took the door handle off before painting the door and then re installing the handle back on without painting the handle. Either way I am happy with the repair job and hope I can keep the Z from being any anymore accidents for the next 20 years at a least.

Awesome photo. Should show the museum that photo if u do visit. The museum was great cuz its free entry for all visitors and i hope to do this cruise again mid next year and make it an annual thing.

thanks funky, I too think my Z is awesome and I cant wait to post up my build thread for everyone to see her transformation from stock 89 model to 2000spec replica. I too love aviation and this was a very interesting experience for me.

We were planning to continue to Williamstown but we all decided to finish today's cruise on a high and so we all said goodbye and part ways. I thoroughly enjoyed today's cruise and has inspired me to do another cruise like this again next year and hopefully make an annual cruise of it. Thank you guys for being so forgiving to me and It was my pleasure to take you out for a day cruising in our Z's.

To finish off we did a group shot of everyone infront of the Hercules. The guys took great care to try and arrange the Z's by colour.

And lastly the final hanger showcase the modern day super sonic fighter jets used by the Australian Airforce over the years. The F1-11 was the most impressive aircraft on my list and they also had the various bombs and missiles carried by the F1-11 on display as well. After leaving the final hanger we spotted this old and decommission surface to air missile defence turret. Wouldn't want this thing chasing you. By now everyone had their fill of the museum and I thought it was time we get some scenic shots of each members Z's infront of the C-130 Hercules on display near the car park. This is my attempt at photography for today and I hope everyone likes the end result.

This is a huge surface to air missile Got gauges We exited the main museum hanger and made our way to the first aircraft display hanger which showcases various kinds of prop planes and a few different kinds of helicopters.

This was a particular favorite among most of the members on today's cruise. This display showed a cutaway aircraft engine which when activate would operate the spinning of the internals of the engine and you can see the huge pistons moving back and forth to show visitor's how the engine works. From member this engine puts out 800 KW of torque. As the group walked further into the museum, we came into the more modern designed aircraft era, where a Mirage fighter jet and was on display and then next to that was an amazing display of aircraft mounted machine guns with the most impressive being the massive harrier Jet jet gatling gun, which according to the info plaque, could fire 6,000 rounds a minute.

The Museum exhibit was definitely the highlight of the day for me but I also think everyone in the group also felt the same way. The museum showcased a complete record of Australia's aviation history and all of the displays in the museum showed visitors the various generations of technology that has been developed for the aviation industry over the last 100 years. Also on displays were various kinds of personnel uniform's and wartime photos with information plaques to help visitors learn about the tools and equipment the RAAF personnel used to operate aircraft throughout Australia's aviation history.