Loadmaster

In addition to the FRS&C monthly meets on the second Sunday of each month (10:00 - 13:00), they're adding a Japanese car event to the meeting next month on Sunday 12th February.

Space will be limited, so the advice I've been given is to get there a bit earlier, say 09:30/09:45 - first come, first served. If no space is left in the Japanese allocated spaces, parking should still be available in the regular meeting area.

I've seen this show before in Youtube videos etc - along with Japan itself of course, it looks absolutely epic.

Myself and a few mates are driving over to Germany in April to visit Techno Classica Essen. I've suggested previously that the Tokyo Auto Salon should be the destination one year soon! 

. Stutopia x2

2. Kev T x1

3. Harrison140 x1

4. andy James x1

5. HEADPHONES

6: Azurez33 

7: StormtrooperZ

8. Hammer67

9. Lyndzzz

10. Matay20 x2

11. Rodgeevans

12. Olly350z

13. nismoandy x1

14. Woodzman 

15. Loadmaster

Stu, just sent you a few options.

1 hour ago, GranTurismoEra said:

 

If you look up where the pedals are that metal structure with the steering shaft going through it is the steering lock. Unlikely to fail on the later models. Ive got a spare if anyone needs to replace. Save a thousand pounds!

Thanks - but what does the "not fitted from new" bit refer to?

I'm aware that the later models are "less likely to fail", but it's still a worry and the reason why I'll probably pull the fuse.

On 30/05/2018 at 09:17, Ebized said:

 

For any doubters, bear in mind later 370's do NOT have have the steering lock fitted from new.....

Am I reading this wrong or misunderstanding this?

Mine's a 2017 and deffo has the steering lock!

Two Zeds on one day, just to see one is remarkable, let alone two.

First one on the A264 Horsham Bypass and on towards Crawley. White 370Z Nismo, plate ending 'BYE'. So, two white Nismos by chance together, very unusual.

Second one later on in Reigate High Street, a black GT. Didn't notice the reg.

Well, an overnight recon' last weekend with the new charger/conditioner has got the motor spinning to start as it should do.

Job done.    

That looks really tidy and in good condition, nice in grey as well. The price seems quite reasonable, but for cash you could probably haggle somewhat, particularly at this time of year.

Check with the seller to see if it's been modified in any way. I'm not suggesting that's bad, but would be handy to know if it's been mapped or fitted with a non OEM exhaust/high flow cats for example. 

Good luck. 

22 hours ago, Ekona said:

Five years! Blimey, the one in my mx5 is 15 years and still going strong! 😂 

 

Test it, if it’s fine then leave it alone. Halfords will do it for free, if you’re really stuck for a place to go. 

It could be better, I know. It did start fine yesterday, although in a rather lethargic manner, but I'm getting a CTEK charger (which is handy to have anyway) to hopefully get it back on track.

In all honesty, the battery will probably be fine one the freezing weather gives up this weekend and I give the car a run for half an hour or so.

I think that this first cold snap of the winter will pretty much kill off the Z's battery. Lack of use recently doesn't help, but it is the original one from new so it's five years old which isn't too bad.

Just one question from me then - when removing it will I lose any settings in the car, or potentially mess something else up?

Oh, and any good battery recommendations appreciated!

Cheers..... 

7 hours ago, HEADPHONES said:

Drove down from Manchester to London last night.

Such a clear quiet motorway.

 

Then hit London and it was snow covered roads EVERYWHERE. Not even the main roads were gritted.

 

Thought I'd never make it to my parents house but the zed did me proud 

That was immensely brave of you to do that journey in the current conditions - big respect to you and the Z!

On 09/12/2022 at 05:41, The Bounty Bar Kid said:

Sorry I liked the post but didn't say yes. I'm game for this.

When the weather improves! Maybe between Christmas and New Year?

On 02/12/2022 at 07:21, Tomato said:

 

There no denining electric cars are getting silly quick, but boy, they lack soul.

 

Exactly what I think of them - marvels of the emerging technology and some are good looking as well, but completely devoid of any soul.

Tesla have gone one step further - not only soulless but so, so, dull to look at.   

On 28/11/2022 at 08:16, Jack94 said:

 

 

I'm now leaning towards the mustang just because the potential running costs of an R8 scare me. 

 

A mate of mine just two weeks ago bought a 70 plate Bullitt Mustang with just 3k miles on the clock - a completely left of field purchase considering he's a BMW man.

He absolutely loves it, no regrets.

3 hours ago, Andy_Muxlow said:

You would have to disconnect the bonnet poppers to achieve this on the 370 buddy. I'm not sure how easy this would be to sort out though.

Sorry Andy, not quite sure what you mean.

Is there such a mod kit available for a 2017 370Z, either Nissan or aftermarket?

Cheers....

Visited the TM Cafe in Horsham this afternoon with a couple of mates.

Great food and coffee and some decent cars to view. Could organise a Z meet there sometime if anyone's interested. 

4 hours ago, Payco said:

I wouldn’t spend the money Keith unless you are keeping the car long long term.

Thanks Martin - "long term" will be another 3.5 years which is when I plan on retiring. At that point the car will be eight and a few months old, with around 35k miles on the clock.

I'll get the chance to review its condition, having a proper look, at least once a year during servicing at Abbey. If it's just the W brace that ever needs replacing, that's not too bad I suppose.

On 02/07/2022 at 21:36, Payco said:

https://www.dinitroldirect.com/underbody-protection-dinitrol-lindfield/

PS I wouldn’t use waxoil. Dinitrol for the job.

Well, that's just sod's law isn't it?

Got round to calling them this afternoon and they're shutting up shop (retiring) in December!

Appaling conditions but quite busy all the same. At least five Zeds in attendance as well. 

It's gonna be a wet one!

Very grateful Stu. Thanks for your time spent on sorting it out.