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27 minutes ago, HEADPHONES said:

But you can get a cheaper Scorpion one. 

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/332538693148?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=332538693148&targetid=1404954646921&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=9046449&poi=&campaignid=17218284410&mkgroupid=142217514411&rlsatarget=pla-1404954646921&abcId=9300867&merchantid=7272984&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI36m-99fE-gIVirTtCh2segAcEAQYByABEgKCwvD_BwE

 

How's the sound? 

Hi folks,

I found a split in my exhaust just before the back box (see pics). I've been toying with getting an aftermarket exhaust but never been too fussed. As a side note, I expected there to be a flange where that split is but I guess I got confused.

I'm now weighing up the options, since I'm not sure a weld would hold too nicely on that. Second hand OEM exhausts I suppose are a good option but I was looking at these Megan Racing y-pipe back options on Torquen:

• https://www.torqen.uk/nissan/350z/exhausts/exhaust-systems/29326-350z-megan-racing-black-series-y-pipe-back-exhaust-system-mr-cbs-350z-oeb.html
• https://www.torqen.uk/nissan/350z/exhausts/exhaust-systems/29328-350z-megan-racing-mr-cbs-350z-srt-stainless-tip-y-pipe-back-exhaust-system-mr-cbs-350z-srt.html
• https://www.torqen.uk/nissan/350z/exhausts/exhaust-systems/29329-350z-megan-racing-mr-cbs-350z-vo-350z-burnt-roll-tip-exhaust-system-mr-cbs-350z-vo.html

They all look to be the same system inside to me? What's the deal with the black edition? Might be a bit too hot I suppose, in which case I'd got the middle price option. Has anybody had any experience with these systems? I don't want to go any quieter than stock. I'm aware you get what you pay for, but I don't need performance - just something that isn't going to be worse than the OEM version!

Anyone else braving the campsite for this? Thinking I might regret that after last night's temperatures. 

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12 hours ago, HEADPHONES said:

@SH23 Great timing. I'm planning a 316 mile motorway trip from Manchester to Cornwall on Sunday and was unsure of whether I'd need to stop to refuel........looks like no problems at all

In fairness, I had to sit very lightly on the throttle but I averaged 33mpg at about 70/75! Was quite surprised actually.

1 hour ago, davey_83 said:

Not seen a oversized rear plate on a Z before, like the ones you get for a jag

GTR plate to be precise! Sadly, the dealer changed from a family one to a western and I didn't get a front ate at the time so they're now mis-matched 🙃

Still looking alright after 450 miles of dusty motorway - and as a bonus I got the whole thing done with a quarter tank to go!

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Managed to get some remarkably sunny snaps in for January in Scotland 

Got spotted by Tartan Tarmac at Caffeine and Machine, wish I could take photos as nice!

700/1400 miles in to my trip back home (including driving while here and back again), gave her a half way wash today.

Hi and welcome!

I just had the same problem as you. We tried master first, it was grubby so honed it out but no fix. Tried the hose next and no joy, but a new csc made it feel like a brand new car.

If you need to get the clutch working to get it somewhere, I found if it fails while driving quickly but finely pumping the pedal at the start of any resistance helps get some fluid back to the correct side of the cylinder, eventually building pressure.

Confirmed as the csc today so it'll be getting a clutch and if I can convince my dad it's worth it a flywheel, needs banana arms too.

Plenty time though, probably going to have to leave it at home in Scotland till September. Enterprise it is for the journey home 🙃

39 minutes ago, Olly350z said:

 

Unfortunately this is one of the known faults with the HR gearbox, and the gallery gaskets for the engine. I don't mean this horribly but I assume you did your research before buying? 

 

While at HDEV I'd get your oil pressure checked as this known fault effects most HRs. More good news is that job alone will cost you circa 900 quid

I did yes, and I knew the clutch was on its way so was anticipating it eventually. The oil pressure is good when driving as far as I can see when I look, sits at about 60ish driving normally, lowest it goes is 45ish when I'm cruising and very light on throttle at 60mph in 5th, sits about 10 to 15 when warm at idle. I'll ask them to check it that's a good point though.

I knew these weren't cheap to maintain when I started looking, and as much as it sucks I intend to have the car a long time so am prepared to do what it needs.

2 hours ago, ZMANALEX said:

Expect to pay circa £300.00 labour and circa £1200.00 for a decent clutch/fly kit with the uprated CSC.

Eye watering but I knew it was needing dome eventually.. just didn't expect it to be within the first 2 weeks of owning it!

25 minutes ago, Olly350z said:

 

Absolutely, unless it's made out of cheese lol 

Would probably serve me better than the current one!

28 minutes ago, Umster said:

Morning buddy, 

 

You've done the right thing checking the website for prices - https://h-dev.co.uk/our-services/servicing-and-maintenance/

 

Jez and his team aren't as active on here, but they do have a landline and mobile/WhatsApp that they are active on. Really recommend their work, but you'll have to get in touch directly with em. 

Thank you! I left a voicemail this morning with their landline, but I wondered if they'll be taking the bank holiday weekend off.

I'll see what comes of the voicemail! 

I was wondering what a rough estimate for hdev work to do a 350z clutch is? Website says £330 approx. including flywheel but I assume this is just labour? I expect a big bill from anyone for that kind of job.

Basically, put my 08 HR in reverse yesterday and the pedal is stuck down, the car stalled and I have no pedal. Reservoir is full. 

Horsham's website quotes roughly £330 for clutch and flywheel, am I correct to assume this is labour only? 

Thanks guys, will see if I can get some progress started today!

So I've had today what I suspect is the fabled master/slave cylinder failure (was reverse parking at home, car started to stall then did stall, clutch pedal stuck in but clutch fully engaged in reverse) and wanted to pick some more experienced brains. 

The fluid reservoir is a nasty colour but it is full (attached). I did hear, about 40 mins prior when driving between tight walls (echo-y), a small momentary hiss almost like a release of pressure when in 1st. Thought this might be AC turning off when opening throttle, it may be entirely unrelated to the clutch for all I know.

I fortunately have AA home start and National Recovery. My firs thought would be get the master cylinder done at home (since no leak suggests not slave?), failing that I have a few options and wanted to know what people think:

1. Get it taken to local garage and get both MC and SC changed.

2. Get it taken to Horsham Developments (I'm in Chippenaham) and get those two plus Clutch/flywheel while I'm there?

3. Get it taken back up to Edinburgh where I was taking it next week, to my Dad who is a part time mechanic at Nissan (knows his stuff but is far away). It needs banana arm bushes and some bits and bobs so he was going to do those anyway.

Goes without saying my preferred option is no.3 and I'll likely go with what my dad thinks is the best but I really want to know if anyone knows much about the AA cover. Does anyone have any experience? Would they take the car to Edinburgh or Horsham? I know it says recovery to anywhere but since I'm at home I don't know if that will apply.

Gutted since I've inly had the car a week and a half, and the clutch fluid wasn't that nasty from memory but maybe I messed up checking it.

Cheers.

5 minutes ago, Loki said:

 

I had a couple of other things done at the same time and I took in my own fluid so couldn't say how it was exactly, but do know it's not a big job. The actual fluid change is probably only a ten minutes. Like a oil change they will just drain the sump, adding the fluid is different because you need to pump it in because the entrance is on the side instead of the top and they might need to do a "run in" drive to make sure the Moly Slip mixes properly.  

 

Whether or not it needs to be pre-arranged depends really, do you have a appointment time or do you drop it off in the morning and pick it up at the end of the day? Appointment might not give enough time to do the job if other MOT's are booked after yours or the car lift is needed. if you drop it off and pick it up later, I'm sure they can do the work providing they can get the fluid. Best bet is to phone them tomorrow, just to give them a little notice about what you want doing and they'll be happy to help.

 

I'd imagine that you'll be looking at half hours labour, the change needs 3 litres of Nissan's own brand high performance transmission fluid, I paid just over £50 from ebay for mine but garages are going to charge more and will need to order it from Nissan, who may or may not have stock but at worst it'll be the next day. Moly slip is about £10-15 but again add on a little for the garage's cut.

 

All in I'm guessing you'll be looking at anything from £100 to £168.

 

£15-30 Labour

£65-80 Fluid

£20-25 Moly Slip

£25-33 VAT 25%

 

If you interested in knowing a little more about servicing the Zed then this video's really useful.

 

 

 

Brilliant reply thank you so much for the info! I was struggling to find much guidance on the labour times, seems to be quite standard then.

Will definitely check out the video.

Can I ask what you were charged for gearbox oil and Molyslip? I am getting mine (brand new to me) MOT/inspected on Tuesday and considering asking them to do what you did as they're under there anyway. Is it something you need pre-arrange do you think?

Looking through this, saw a comment in here about being able to turn off the boot latch? Mine doesn't open from the outside (the button doesn't seem to work) and I assumed gubbed actuator, but could this be the case that it's been switched off?!

13 hours ago, Olly350z said:

Headlight / washer bottle reservoir. You have two, one in each corner of the front bumper 

 

Hi and welcome 

Thanks, likely I've gotten away with it then! In for an MOT and check over on Tuesday so will find out I suppose.