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Brilliant, thanks very much for all your replies.

Common sense did suggest that but it also told me not to go sticking my eyes near places with loose bits of corroded metal and hot gasses when I don't have a clue what's what!

The join was looking pretty close to the end of its shelf life last time I saw under the car so that's probably it then.

Thanks again all, I'll go have a look down there

Can anyone confirm that it is an exhaust problem making these stupid noises?

Not sounding good today either

Haha, yeah it was a bit strange sounding for the last week or so and then today it started to make 'splutter / cough' type noises too.

That's definitely the exhaust though isn't it? Japex will probably be seeing me again soon

I almost bought a silver Z with black alloys. It was just the standard OEM base alloys (not Rays) and they had been painted black. Looks pretty good IMO, then with black Z badges etc it all starts to go together quite well.

There will definitely be some people on here with that kind of set up so hopefully you'll get to see some pics soon. Photoshop is also a brilliant way to have a look at that sort of thing.

I'm fairly sure its broken haha

Oops, does it work now?

One month into ownership and my first "what's broken?" post. I knew the exhaust was on its way out, the join at the rear is quite heavily corroded (I understand this is a common issue and is not unexpected for a 7 year old Z).

Anyway, can anyone confirm that the sounds in this video are in fact the exhaust being f****d? The sound is quite clear I think, a spluttering, wheezing type noise which I assume is exhaust gas blowing out all over the place. (It has no correlation to speed and only occurs with the throttle pressed.)

Next, if it is, would people recommend getting the join welded again / replacing just the back piping / get a whole new exhaust OEM / scorpion? I'm not into mods yet other than minors but have heard a scorpion replacement will be similar to OEM but sounds a bit better. Does anyone have thoughts / know the impact that would have on my insurance (if any)?

Thanks very much for all responses,

Dan

I like the sound effects stepping over the fence

Probably passed me in that session too! I was watching a film on my iPhone whilst sitting in near stationary traffic at Henley's corner though...I've seen less than 10 Zs in the month since I bought mine, and I have driven every day, 10+ hours a week so not that common?

I'm actually fairly sure I have been to warp speed in my Z

I thought St James' Park in the Championship was mental enough (stadium of sh**e doesn't really count because it's always empty anyway ).

Surely they could fall / lean on the non-auto switch anyway?

 

I hate this health and safety UK and EU BS ruining my automatic window function and other such perks!

Lol, move to NZ then. Seriously. We're lucky here, we still have two normally functioning window auto switches.

Brilliant! Now top of my list of places to move to when I retire

Guy used to have two Zs, and he has a Hummer H2 as well. Told me he's thinking of selling them both and getting a GTR!

Minted much?!

Yeah looked like aftermarket alloys, I got a crappy iPhone shot of him all blurred:

Can just about tell it's a Z...plate ended BPE

Going down will be good for them, just like it was for us when we went down. A team like WHU have shown that they can bounce back and I expect them to be back up in a year or two. Let's have Scotty Parker back eh? You can keep Dyer though...

Black handles I think, not the same as the wheel colour

I wanted to get one with 20,000 - 30,000 miles but in the end bought one at 45,000. I can't imagine feeling any real difference if I had bought one at 30,000 other than the extra £1K I wouldn't have...

I blame Brady for EVERYTHING.

"Do us a favour love"

Q: Do I have to use Super Unleaded Petrol?

The brochure indicates the 350Z uses 98octane fuel, however in other countries this has been banned or phased out. Is this something that may be planned for the UK? Is it possible to use 95 octane?

A: Yes, the brochure recommends using 98 octane and all the performance figures quoted are achieved using 98 octane. As far as we are aware, there are no plans to phase out 98 octane unleaded fuel in the UK. The 350Z will run without any problems on 95 octane unleaded. There will be some loss of performance as a result (about 15PS) but no long term effects on the engine.

Great looking car, you've definitely gone for the best colour:teeth:

West Ham

90,000 seater in the Championship

Q. Where's a good place to buy wiper blades and which sizes are standard?

A. Try: https://secure.wiperblades.co.uk/checkout.php

Front, driver - 20"

Front, passenger - 18"

Rear, 18"

Q. How do I find out an error code?

A. Do this: http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=89 and use a camera to film the Malfunction Indicator light while you do it. The code will flash up. Flashes come in bursts like morse code and can be deciphered into individual numbers. The code repeats continuously, it is not longer than 4 numbers!

Q. What does my error code mean?

A. Here's a list: http://www.350z-tech.com/wiki/index.php/ECU_Reset#Error_Code_Definitions

Q. How do I reset the ECU?

A. Like this http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=89 If you're having trouble and you don't think it's due to your timings, try making the 10 second hold periods longer, that worked for me.

Q: Do all Z's make a "clunk" or "chatter" sound when disengaging the clutch? Is it normal to hear a whirring or slight grinding noise when the clutch is engaged at idle?

A: Yes, these sounds are totally normal. Furthermore, the Z's transmission is rather noisy. Shifts will seem especially noisy when you are in an enclosed parking lot, tunnel, etc.

Q: I hear a clicking sound sometimes. What is that? Sounds like it's coming from the rear of the car?

A: Beware of a slight metallic clicking sound coming from the rear of the car. It is due to the rear axle not being properly lubricated. If your car has this problem, you will usually hear this clicking sound when (1) in an enclosed space or driving near a hard wall, (2) driving without radio and with the window down (try turning off A/C if you still aren't sure), and (3) starting to move from a halt. The clicking sound is more pronounced while turning, or so it seems.

If you have the clicking, your car is due for a "Technical Service Bulletin" or "TSB" repair for rear axle clicking, which is covered under warranty. Take it to a dealer, and don't leave until they agree to fix it.

Q. What are the service intervals on the 350Z?

A. As everyone seems to have different ideas on when servicing is due and what it comprises I thought I'd list all of the relevant info in one thread.

(This assumes an annual mileage of less than 18,000 miles a year and is taken directly from the Nissan Maintenance booklet pages 18 and 19)

At 1 Year or 9,000 miles (whichever sooner) P1 service

At 2 years or 18,000 miles (whichever sooner P2 service (plus brake fluid change as extra item at additional cost)

At 3 years or 27,000 miles (whichever sooner) P1 service (plus coolant change as extra service item at additional cost)

At 4 years or 36,000 miles (whichever sooner) P3 service (plus brake fluid change as extra item at additional cost) - though P2 is exactly the same as a P3

At 5 years or 45,000 miles (whichever sooner) P1 service (plus plugs changed as extra service item at additional cost)

At 6 years or 54,000 miles (whichever sooner) P2 service (plus brake fluid change plus coolant change as extra service items at additional cost)

At 7 years or 63,000 miles (whichever sooner) P1 service

At 8 years or 72,000 miles (whichever sooner) P3 service (plus brake fluid change as extra service item at additional cost) see note above about P3 vs P2

At 9 years or 81,000 miles (whichever sooner) P1 service (plus coolant change at additional cost)

At 10 years or 90,000 miles (whichever sooner) P2 service (plus brake fluid change and airbag system inspection as extra items at additional cost)

As you can see, the brake fluid should be changed every two years (or 27,000 miles if sooner) (regardles of the service due at that time) and the coolant every three years (or every 36,000 miles if sooner). Plugs are changed at 5 years (or every 54,000 miles if sooner).

Hope that helps everyone and stops the repeated questions. Any comments welcome (Post by Lincolnbaggie).

P1 (basic oil change and inspection); P2/P3 (oil change and air filter change and inspection). Apart from that nothing is really done on the 350z above an inspection (don't really know what we are paying for if truth be told).

Q. Does the iPhone 3 / 4 work with the 350Z OEM Bluetooth Adaptor?

A. Yes

Q: I'm getting new tires on my Z, do I need to do anything to the TPMS sensors? Do they need recalibration?

A: No, there's nothing that needs to be done. The sensors are mounted to the wheels, not the tires.

Q: Will stalling out numerous times in a short amount period give me a "Check Engine" light?

A: Don't ask me how I know, but yes. If you stall it many times in a row with a MT, the light will click on.

Q: What is the paint code for Brembo brake calipers?

A: Unfortunately, Brembo doesn't sell the paint or publish the formula. Forum member ChinaClipper has found a matching paint in the form of Humbrol 54 hobby paint.