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Nissan and Infiniti Engines – The Basics

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Engine Terminology Horsepower Power-to-weight ratio Torque Fuel economy Engine Designs 4-stroke engine Overhead valve (OHV) engine Overhead cam (OHC) engine QR25 4-cylinder engine VG33 V6 engine (Pre-owned) VQ Series V6 engines VK45 V8 engine VK56 V8 engine Machining and assembly Advanced Engine Technologies 2-stage cooling system Coated pistons Compact engine balancer system CONSULT-II Double platinum-tipped […]

Beginner’s Guide to the Z32 300ZX

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A compilation of helpful links, articles, and information sources that should be bookmarked by ANY Nissan 300ZX owner. Factory Service Manuals: 300ZX Factory Service Manuals Additional Service Manuals: http://www.300zx-twinturbo.com/cgi-bin/manual.cgi Z32 Photo Guide Boost Leak Location Guide Twin Turbo Swap Guide Removing the 300ZX Plenum and Bypassing Coolant Hoses Changing the Timing Belt on a 300ZX […]

Z32 Tech – Curing Erratic Idle Issues (Part 2)

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General:This article describes further investigation on unstable idle problems. Main topics will include the coolant temp sensor, TPS, power balance test, ignition coils, spark plugs, injectors, CAS, MAS, fuel delivery, PCVs, vacuum leaks and a compression test. Coolant temperature sensor:The ECU coolant temp sensor is a very common cause of high idle, hesitation and safety […]

Finding Vacuum Leaks on a 300ZX Z32

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Thanks to Spongerider on tt.net who suggested this method. Preparations:You need to block the intake pipes right after the filter. You can either plug the both metal pipes that the intake T-hose attaches to or use the T-hose and plug its inlet. Use your imagination here. I plugged the T-hose by using the MAF-dummy that […]

Insuring a Modified or High Performance Car

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Any owner of a high-performance car with extreme modifications dreads talking to the insurance agent. Insurers are in the business of assessing risk. You see a beautiful machine tuned within an inch of perfection. They see a high-speed death trap with expensive claim payouts written all over it. The goal is to meet somewhere in […]

How to Check ECU Codes for Infiniti Vehicles

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ECU CODES FOR INFINITI MODELS & HOW TO CHECK THEM Without OBD II On G20 models, the ECU is located behind the center console. On J30, M30 and Q45 models, the ECU is located behind the passenger side kick panel. If a malfunction occurs within the ECU/fuel injection system, a diagnostic trouble code may be […]

Stiffening the Suspension of a G35 Sport Coupe

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So, I finally decided that my 2004 G35 needs some stiffening of the sub-frame. Being a NICO supporter, I looked through the Advertisers Directory to see which sponsors had parts I may be interested in. This brought me to the bracing products made by GTSPEC. For those unfamiliar, GTSPEC is a supplier of high quality suspension, performance […]