RobPhoboS

Bit of a weird one here. I was at Silverstone last weekend and had a P0300 code appear after a few (gentle) laps. Initially I thought it was the code from the exhaust due to no cats (I can't remember the 2 or 3 that pop up right now), as I get these sometimes from idling in the cold. I'm glad I came in and checked it out, I reset the error and left my car alone for the day. I haven't seen the error since last weekend, and have driven probably around 250 miles since. I know this tends to come up as a 'random misfire' but the car sounds normal to me. I'm just wondering what it could be, tomorrow I'll check the coilpacks with a multimeter. It shouldn't be the plugs as I did them back in March. I'll keep searching the forums for any potentials but any thoughts are much appreciated !

Might as well bung it up here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SONAX-Xtreme-Brilliant-Shine-Detailer/dp/B007O9CXHI/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1467715456&sr=1-1&keywords=sonax+xtreme+brilliant+shine+detailer I use this every 3-5 weeks, it still beads after about 5 washes, and imho it's more like a quick sealant (as it's not as thick) than a QD.

Yep, I was on the furthest left lane, the lights went green and just up ahead I see a 350z going pretty much sideways in front of us all. I didn't need to brake, I saw it and they looked fine, I just burst out laughing I couldn't tell if he jumped a red light trying to get into Frogmore road, or if in another lane and lost control.

(Thur evening around 11pm) Still on Bridgestones are we ? (no it wasn't a controlled drift) Luckily you didn't plough into anyone, nor smash into the barrier\pavement. What the flying fook were you thinking ?

Do you have a single frigging idea about who that monstrosity is ?

No offense - this has been asked soooo many times, why cant ya search

It's almost impossible to garner any 'facts' from this either way, no matter which way you swing. For example (note I do not want to talk about this) , if you look at migration stats, who has given them, how was it worked out and where are they from (as in what organisation gave these details) ? There is typically an agenda behind even the most simple sodding thing like the above (usually just simply follow the money) and hugely differing numbers etc. There is ALWAYS some form of bias selection when it comes to this stuff that we are all guilty of, simply as it strengthens our view, you can't change that.

HUGE thanks for reminding me about this as well. How many did you buy ? (note, I'm miles away from the car, so can't check) I can see there is a need for 4 on the back part at that diameter. And maybe one larger one further down ?

The funny thing I've noticed about this, bare in mind it's not happened before with elections, is that the more I see people on social media go on about 'in' - I've unfollowed/unfriended them. I can't remember doing things like this before, it's quite refreshing having a clean up.

The 'in' people make me...

I've not driven the current gen, I love em though. I drove one in the same colour spec in the last gen, and it was soo much fun mate, I'd have one if I could.

So you've tried speaking with both Cosworth and Kelford ?

I couldn't be arsed with coilovers so I went with Bilstein B6 - I paid £400 apx (can use OEM springs, or anything with a max drop of 30mm B8 for down to 50mm), I'm happy with them married up to Tein S springs. Just ensure stock no matter what you choose, or you could be waiting for ages.

Spatt, get a litre of this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ATE-TYP200-Race-Quality-Brake-Fluid-Replaces-Super-Blue-Racing-DOT4-/201537586924?hash=item2eec9386ec:g:2BUAAOSwqu9VB3zg Use it for topping up (or fluid change) - although you shouldn't have to be topping it up frequently, so whilst you change the pads/discs, inspect your brake lines for leaks!

Can you get a couple of photo's up - just to confirm it ?

I remember that bloody advert, much mockery was made of it

It's the Nismo v1

They have a good reputation, and with these cars I'd stick with specialists if you don't have the time/tools/space yourself. Are you supplying the bushings yourself ? If you are (cheeky plug ahoy), I have a couple for sale, an unused set and one that just came off of the car (pics coming) as I put monoball ones in: http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/107093-brake-pads-poly-bushings-arms-etc-for-sale-new-used/

Contact Japex, if you look they are one of the recommended garages here that aren't going to be far from you: http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/110-japex/ http://www.japex.co.uk/contact-japex/ https://www.facebook.com/Japex-Automotive-76935616047/ It's a very simple job to do, you just need a press to get the old bushings out (or with a threaded rod and sockets). It really doesn't take long at all.

Most likely the ball joint in the arm unfortunately. You can press out the poly bushings and reuse them on new arms though.

Racing is horrendously expensive, yes it's exciting but unless you have thousands to sling at it, stick to track days/timed stuff (imho) and lessons, which you'd have to do anyway to get track skills up. (even then, it's still pricey) You'll still get the smiles, have *some* money left to do other things, like eat\drink and what have you

How much cash have you got to sling away ? (I'm not being facetious) We need autocross over here, sadly it'll never happen like it does in the States.

On the road when I had them on last year, pretty much the only drive I had that was 'spirited' (me with 2 mates in GT3's), they were quickly fading after about 20 mins. Believe it or not but the Yellow Stuff I had on prior to that didn't do that. (same set up, fresh fluid etc and even discs skimmed by Marcus) Make of that what you will.

I really don't like ds2500's. I don't understand why other people seem to like them, felt horrible to me.

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