AndrewG

Jspec in Japan:

Best wishes on your Birthday Simon!

I see what you did there Pete!

Damm - I've just spilt my coffee!

Aren't they all?

How old is the fuel in the tank? You might also check that the fuel filter is not blocked. This is the FSM diagnostics for engine stalling when hot: EC-87-88.pdf

Best wishes on your Birthday Ali!

Are you thinking of this? http://www.ess-racing.com/ BTW - Fuel economy is not usually considered important when owning a Z32!

Simon recovered the top parts and posted about it starting here: https://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?186892-4-what-am-I-doing-Little-build-thread!&p=1957961&viewfull=1#post1957961

Yes, it gives you an approximation of what is required. Update - the Equip's current inner barrel will move in by 1.1". The new outer barrel width will be 3.09" plus the Equip's current outer barrel width. Yes, you will need the dimensions of the barrels as the centre of the wheel where wheel offset is measured from is not necessarily the same as the offset of the spokes and barrels joint relative to it (as I have arrowed below). There is another calculator I have found which works for split rims using barrel dimensions. I have not played around with it much but it should help you get closer to what you need: http://stu.taylor-net.co.uk/tools/offset

Yes please, can't beat a sunny day by the seaside!

Did you try the offset calculator? Here is another with perhaps a better description of the results terminology: http://www.gtsparkplugs.com/WheelOffsetCalc.html Try putting in your existing size 10J et -31 into the "current" wheel and 8J et +22 into the new wheel and you can start to see how things are moving about relative to what you have now and an indication of the new barrel size(s) you need.

Your right! Michelin MXX3 tyres are pictured on the car in my UK marketing brochure. These guys still have them - love the description they give for them - "Old timer's tyres": https://www.tyres-pneus-online.co.uk/car-tyres/michelin/pilot-sx-mxx3/245-45-r16-0-zr.html

Part #'s https://conceptzperformance.com/nissan-infiniti-nissan-oem-300zx-inner-door-mirror-cover-clip-27158-q0100_p_5316.php https://conceptzperformance.com/nissan-infiniti-nissan-oem-door-sill-threshold-screw-nissan-300zx-z32-08520-52008_p_5477.php Just checked FAST and the part # for the seat belt finisher is 08520-52042 Screw-Tapping. Looks to be like 08520-52008 above.

A writeup is here. Unfortunately the pictures have gone AWOL, but you get the drift. I used the soldering iron method to reduce the chances of scratching the reflector and housing. http://www.pexcom.com.au/z32cms/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.448

These links may also help in solving the problem: If the window rattles: https://conceptzperformance.com/nissan-infiniti-nissan-oem-complete-window-upper-slider-bolt-kit-window-rattle-leak-fix-nissan-300zx-90-96-z32-80332-kt_p_9591.php Blocked drain holes: http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/forums/technical/view/42357/A-fix-for-convertible-top-leak.html Weather stripping seal adjustment: http://forums.nicoclub.com/adjust-convertible-roof-to-stop-leak-at-top-window-line-t548576.html If the windows seal(s) have failed - replacements: https://www.z1motorsports.com/convertible-parts/nissan/oem-convertible-top-weatherstrip-front-p-3849.html https://www.z1motorsports.com/convertible-parts/nissan/oem-convertible-top-weatherstrip-center-p-3769.html https://www.z1motorsports.com/convertible-parts/nissan/oem-convertible-weatherstrip-rear-door-glass-p-3808.html

Is the rubber seal which the window presses against when closed damaged/deformed or is it a case of the window glass being loose and not pressing properly against the seal?

Welcome to the Club! Where is the canvas roof leaking?

They do make them in 18" in lots of sizes only they don't sell them in the UK/Europe. Which is pretty strange for French company (IMO). https://www.michelinman.com/tire/michelin/pilot-sport-4s (including 285/35). These guys say they will ship internationally: https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Michelin&tireModel=Pilot+Sport+4S&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=835YR8PS4SXL&tab=Sizes https://www.tirerack.com/FAQ/index.jsp (Shipping tab) I wonder how much it would cost to ship to the UK? I must say I'm tempted for the PS4S sizes I need (245/40 and 275/35). However, Michelin are saying that the difference between the PS4 (which I can get in the sizes I need in the UK) and PS4S is very small and really only noticeable on the track in tenths of a second. So it might not be worth the effort in importing them for such a small benefit.

They certainly are especially with the orange part removed...

Like you I have tyres that need changing out due to their age. I'm going French this time and was intending to go with Michelin PS4S. However, unless I import them from the US, PS4S are not available in the UK/Europe in 18" fitments. Its baby brother PS4 is available over here and I thought you might find this link interesting regarding Michelin's PSS, PS4S and PS4 tyres. The relevant bits are posted by Jamie McWhir, Michelin's UK technical manager. http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article/Michelin-Pilot-Sport-4-First-Drive.htm

Jspec in Japan.

And I use this stuff:

In all probability dielectric grease. http://www.twinturbo.net/nissan/300zx/forums/general/view/2609521/LEAVE-IT-ALONE-Its-dielectric-packing-for-insulation.html