Replacing the Thermostat on a VG30ET by:winez31 1: drain the coolant by unbolting the coolant temp sensor at the bottom of the radiator. It will have two wires coming out of it just follow them up and unplug it. 2: unscrew and remove the hose clamps from the small hose thats connected to the thermostat […]
Z32: ECU Diagnostic/O2 Sensor Test
This write-up explains how to check the codes of the ECU in a ’90-’95 300ZX. You guys with the ’96 300ZX have the OBDII system. Tools Needed: – 10mm socket or Phillips screwdriver – Flathead screwdriver Procedure 1. Pull back the floor mat. 2. Pull back the carpet. It is held down with three Velcro […]
Z32: Shifter Removal
Time – 1-2 hours Tools Needed: – Phillips screw driver – 12mm socket – 12mm wrench – Medium extension – Tiny-*** hands (not required, but very helpful) Procedure 1. Remove the radio bezel by removing 4 phillips screws (red circles) that are hidden behind some clips. The bottom two in the following picture already have […]
Z32: Glare Guard Removal for Brighter Foglights
This is an instant and free mod to do to your Z. Tools needed: – Phillips Screwdriver – 10mm Socket – Pair of dykes (cutters) Removing the foglights: 1. First you will need to remove the turn signal. The turn signal is held in with two phillips screws (red circles), undo them and the turn […]
Z32: Fuel Controller/Computer replacement
Since searching around on the internet revealed this is becoming a more common problem as the 300zx ages, I figured I’d address it. If you have the symptom that you turn your key off and remove it and your Z won’t shut off, it is most likely your fuel controller. Removal and replacement is simple […]
Z32: Headlight Removal
Time: 2 Hours Tools Needed: – 10mm socket – 12mm socket – Phillips screw driver – Small and Medium Extensions Procedure 1. There are two (2) 12mm nuts on the front of the headlight and two (2) 12mm bolts on the back of the headlight. The front two the the rear one closest to the […]
The Ultimate Guide to Nissan Automatic Transmissions
By:Moyea History: Did you say I have a Skyline transmission? Jatco being a leader in import transmissions for years, have made transmission for about every Nissan (and other JDM) cars on the market today. The links explain it better than I can: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A…ssion http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L…sions Let’s get to the technical: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/…n.htm http://auto.howstuffworks.com/torqueconverter.htm Mechanically speaking the M/T […]
How To Ship Wheels Cheaply
Have you ever seen one of those awesome deals on a slick set of wheels with tires on them – damn near brand new, no curb rash, 90% tread left on the tires – selling for about two thirds of what they are truly worth? You get all excited about it right? Start asking the […]
300ZX Brake Upgrade for FRS/BRZ – Part 2
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300zx Brake Upgrade for FRS/BRZ – Part 2 – How will they work? Assuming you’ve already read Part 1 of the 300ZX Brake Upgrade for FRS/BRZ, let’s cover the rest of this system. In this article I will talk about how this braking system performs in comparison to stock. I will try to explain some […]
Z32: How to Rebuild Brake Calipers
A great article on how to rebuild your 300ZX (Z32) brake calipers.
