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Thanks guys, don't feel a day over 40... -Andrew

You did? Nissan don't list the bushes separately from a compete subframe. -Andrew

Sorry about that, now fixed. -Andrew

Here is the '96 FSM - Body & Trim section which includes the convertible roof: -Andrew bt.pdf

More high speed salt runners further down the same thread: http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/forums/general/view/2114975/Some-other-Zs-on-the-salt-flats.html -Andrew

For MOTs, I've always used these guys: http://www.manorparkgarage.co.uk -Andrew

Patterns: RHD pattern kicks up on the left and LHD kicks up on the right. -Andrew

This is the marking on the O/S headlight of my UK Z: Assuming you can get some power to low beam bulbs then the beam pattern with tell you which is which: RHD pattern kicks up on the left and LHD kicks up on the right. -Andrew

PAYE is changing in April to this system: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/rti/index.htm All to do with the new Universal Credit. -Andrew

This is the experience of Greg Dupree with stainless and inconel manifolds: http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/forums/general/view/2347243/INfo.html With the Z32 the problem of cracking is made worse by the weight of the turbos hanging off the manifolds. SZ stopped selling inconel manifolds and went with cast iron from Mike Smith. -Andrew

Assuming they are KYB AGX shocks: then here are the instructions: -Andrew

I use Redline 75W90 Differential Oil and Redline MT-90 Gearbox Oil. Gearbox became noticeably smoother after about 1000 mile run in. -Andrew

Sounds like the front wheel arch liners: https://specialtyz.com/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/f/f/ffendersplashl_1.jpg https://specialtyz.com/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/f/f/ffendersplashr_1.jpg They go here (parts 22 and 23): http://nissan4u.com/parts/300zx/el_z32/1990_3/type_1/body_front_roof_and_floor/front_fender_and_fitting/ -Andrew

Racelogic traction control (RLTC) uses ABS sensors from all four wheels. The RLTC intercepts each injector signal and controls them individually to achieve traction control. I can't comment on the Emerald ECU setup but the OEM ECU controls the injectors with common permanent +12v to the injectors and switching to earth (0v) for each injector. Here is the generic install guide from Racelogic themselves: http://www.racelogic.co.uk/images/stories/other-prod/Traction%20Control%20Manual%20v3_2.pdf and for the Z32: http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/tech/tc/tc.html -Andrew

Merry Christmas to you. Love the little Datsun Roadster! Reims is on the way to the south of France for us, so next time we drive the Z we could visit. -Andrew

These are the revised ones: http://www.z1motorsports.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_7&products_id=1911 Their announcement: http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/forums/general/view/2488772/Z1-Motorsports-58mm-CNC-Throttle-Bodies-V2-now-available.html First versions were poorly made with butterfly sealing and shaft blow by amongst other manufacturing defects. Lots of complaints. Just let CZP know that you are aware of the issue. Z1 didn't replace the first versions shipped to customers, so there may be some still around with distributors. -Andrew

If you are buying Z1 throttle bodies then make sure CZP send you the second generation versions. -Andrew

This article may be of use to you - under "The Engine Block" section regarding overbores, cryo treating, epoxy filling water jackets and torque plates. http://www.modified.com/projectcars/9909scc_project_nissan_300zx_part_4/ Hope this helps some. -Andrew

What steps are you taking to accommodate an 90mm piston size? -Andrew

Aw Shucks! Thank you very much. -Andrew

Why don't you get an agreed valuation from the ZClub? Equity Red Star will accept a valuation certificate from a recognised specialist car club. -Andrew

Plenum pull with coolant bypass how-to: http://www.pexcom.com.au/z32cms/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.458 -Andrew

PTUs are basically six power transistors in a box. They provide the interface between the ECU and coils to handle the higher current (amps) load required by the coils to work. S1 units suffered from internal connection failures on the circuit board which Nissan overcame with the S2 units. You can read more here on S1 units and repair: http://www.pexcom.com.au/z32cms/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.270 -Andrew

Trolley jacks raise and lower the load in an arc. If they can't move on the floor as they do so then they will pull the load itself, either slipping off the jack sadle or pulling the other end of a raised car. Always use them on a smooth surface so that they can move when in operation. Axle stands can and do slip or topple in this situation. -Andrew

Why is that picture wrong? It is for the latest Ashspec design: http://www.ashspecz.com/shop/prodInfo2.php?prodID=18 -Andrew