mick43

Having posted previously this problem (and searched) I was pointed to US forum for a possible solution as this was experienced by a US owner Unfortunately the fix wasn't posted so I've pm'd the chap directly and posted asking for an update - but haven't recd a response so far. As I'm not very patient and want a fix asap, here is the elegant summary of problem as posted over there:- Hey Im having a similar problem that you are having. Except for the fact that when im driving in traffic my clutch seems to go down to about half way and stay there. And it stays like that until the car cools down. Im guessing it might be my master cylinder going bad. Any help/advice greatly appreciated. My first approah is to bleed slave cylinder. Is this possible without major surgery ? and then replacement of master or slave (latter means gearbox out) so would really like an accurate diagnosis if possible. much coffee and/or beer for good advice when we meet

I'll be there with other half Please let us know exact location and time (for newbie) Thanks...

I'll be coming along to say hello I wont have Zed though as I'm at Cadwell for the weekend (racing a caterham) so I'll be in tow car. Hope to meet a few friendly faces though

Newbie here just found this, so I'll be going tomorrow

thanks for pointers will continue searching... does seem to point to slave cylinder... drove perfectly today supplying dealer said he would sort out in any event. thanks again...

Many thanks all.... seems nice and friendly around here I've done a few more miles today and even more convinced I made right choice of 350Z ownership Probably get out to a Lakeside meet when possible and will post some pics soon....

Hi all, and thanks already for very useful info on these great cars. Picked-up my car today; 2005 coupe with GT pack and Rays in gun metal - 22k miles. Hope to meet more owners at meets etc in future. Mick (I've also posted in technical forum as had a funny clutch pedal driving home Picture added - anyone recognise this car ?

Hi All Picked up my Zed today. A very clean and tidy 05 with just 22k miles. GT pack and Rays alloys. Really enjoying drive home (~40 miles) when clutch pedal decided to act peculilar. Pedal wasn't returning smoothly, would hestitate ~5/8 way up and then spring-up with a bang on occassions. My immediate thought was cable had jumped or similar. Car was then stationary for ~30 mins, and then used 2 x 5 mile journeys and all ok. Any advice greatly appreciated..... (I did find a reference on US FAQ but this didn't seem to pin point actual problem). Mick