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Working on your own car can be a rewarding experience, whether you're carrying out routine maintenance, making small adjustments, or simply getting to know the vehicle better. Having the right tools available can make these jobs much easier and can also help avoid unnecessary trips to a garage for simple tasks. A good starting point is a reliable socket and spanner set. Different jobs around a car can require different sizes, so having a comprehensive selection is useful. A ratchet with a range of sockets can make removing and tightening fasteners considerably quicker, particularly when working in areas where access is limited. A torque wrench is another useful addition for anyone who regularly works on their vehicle. Some components need to be tightened to a specific torque rather than simply being tightened as much as possible. Using the correct torque can help prevent damaged threads, loose fasteners, and other avoidable problems. It's also worth keeping a selection of screwdrivers, pliers, hex keys, and trim removal tools in the garage. These relatively simple tools can be useful for everything from interior work to basic electrical jobs and general adjustments. A good inspection light is equally helpful when working underneath the bonnet or in darker areas of the vehicle. For maintenance tasks, having suitable equipment can save both time and effort. A trolley jack and appropriate axle stands, for example, can be useful when a vehicle needs to be safely raised for inspection or maintenance. Safety should always come first, and axle stands should be used on suitable, stable surfaces rather than relying on a jack alone to support a vehicle. Tool quality is another consideration. The most expensive equipment isn't necessarily required for every home mechanic, but poorly made tools can become frustrating to use and may not withstand regular work. Choosing dependable tools for frequently used items while building the collection gradually can be a sensible approach. Keeping everything organised also makes a difference. A toolbox, storage cabinet, or wall-mounted organiser can make it much easier to find the correct tool when needed. After completing a job, returning tools to their proper place also reduces the chance of losing something or leaving equipment around the vehicle. Ultimately, the best garage setup depends on the type of work you enjoy doing. Someone who mainly carries out basic servicing will have different requirements from an enthusiast who regularly works on suspension, brakes, bodywork, or performance modifications. Building a tool collection gradually around the jobs you actually perform is often the most practical approach.

I know, can compare if he does get a new z nismo

It should live somewhere in the service manual - https://www.nicoclub.com/nissan-service-manuals

Another little rusty part replacement today. The fuel evaporator protector. Ie. the rusty sheet metal box circled in yellow. Part number 755B0-CD000 Managed to source it off Amayama for pretty cheap, £20. "PROTECTOR, EVAPORATOR HOSE;PROTECTOR-EVAP HOSE" It's 3 nuts and 2 bolts to remove. (One captive stud i snapped) and the bolts I removed were basically dust. So popped in whatever random bolts I had that fit. And had just enough stud left to take the nut and hold once refitted . Mismatched but the whole lot now looks much better.

You have done a double post mate

Does anyone have full wiring diagram for accelerator pedal? I need to get into it all a look for corrosion on pins or broken cables that are affected by heat after 1-2 hour drive 350z hr

Oil cooling is well documented. So why give a car with no oil cooler to go on an 8 minute lap lol

Did you ever get to the bottom of this? I’ve currently had this nightmare problem for the last two years.

A long long journey down to Pembrey at the weekend for 2 more days of Sprinting. around 650 miles drove in total and over £200 of Shells finest but the double win was worth it.

I always use mytyres and then go to my local place and see if they can beat/match. If not I use them. Been using that site for maybe 16 years

Decent price I think nice find

Hi and welcome along. Nice looking Z you have.

4s available here

Thanks to everyone for replying. I have decided to get some PS5s since I cant find PS4S :/. Having them fitted in 2 days and hopefully wont die when they are fitted

You might not be trying but you come across as one. No wonder this place is dying on it's arse. Its pretty obvious a slick is better than a semi slick is better than a road tyre. No 5hit Sherlock.

Okay so I live near Gatwick so it got cold-ish during winter and we had the occasional snow shower. At times it was a few inches deep but obviously not as much as up north. I live on a hill where we get more snow settling than surrounding areas and most people (likely due to them being scared), don't attempt to go down or up the hill when it's snowed. I used to run MPSS (a predecessor to the current Michelin Pilot sport 4s and 5) all year round and they could handle everything well. However when I decided to get a second set of alloys (£250 for the standard non rays) to run Michelin pilot alpin tyres in the winter (when temps drop below 7c) the performance was transformed during the winter and when it snowed. The grip was outstanding in cold dry a d cold wet weather. It felt like I was driving in the MPSS in the dry. This one time at band camp... When it really snowed down here and a few inches settled, I was easily able to overtake Range Rovers having issues in their summer tyres. If performance all the time is for you, get 2 sets. One summer and one winter. Definitely worth it. If not then I'd say just get a good set of high performance summer tyres like the Michelin pilot sports. Most people aren't lunatics like me and wanting to push their car all year round especially when it's pouring down with heavy rain.

Not trying to be a dick here, but when someone is asking for help on tyres to be used all year round then recommending something you’ve never tried in the rain (why???) isn’t exactly helping him. What did you have on before the SC7? Also they won’t have mental levels of grip, as that’s not what they’re designed for. I don’t doubt they have good levels, but the phrase mental might be over selling them a tad: they’re not a semi-slick which I would happily class as mental on the roads 🤣

Pirelli have long traded off their association with F1 rather than, y’know, actually making tyres that are any good. Until you hit the semi slick range, you’ll find like for like that Pirelli lack grip in dry and certainly wet conditions, and importantly feel as well. I’ve yet to meet one I would actually spend money on. 4S are sportier than 5, but a quick google will give you more detail on that. As I’ve yet to try the SC7 I can’t really comment on them over the 4S.

As far as I’m aware, Cougar Store hasn’t been active for a while now, so you may struggle to get hold of them through the old usual channels. If you’re after parts or work doing, it’s worth posting up what you need as someone here will likely point you toward a current trader or recommend an alternative.

350z on 2nd episode

Continental ContactSport 7s. Fitted them in the summer, incredible in the dry, mental levels of grip. No idea about the wet, the car doesn't leave the garage if its raining.

PS4S buddy

Whats wrong with Pirelli? And what are the differences between PS4S and PS5 and why would you recommend the 4s over 5? Would the SC7 be better than the PS4S too?

I live in Buckinghamshire, so like south-east England.