Dicky

Following a run out the other day the engine suddenly started to run lumpy. Code reader showed “multiple misfires”. Contacted ZMANALEX who advised I pull each coil pack plug in turn and listen for a change in engine note. I found it difficult to notice a change on any cylinder but eventually thought it might be cylinder 6 (note sure though). I ordered two used coil packs from him just in case. While waiting delivery read this guide https://my.prostreetonline.com/2019/02/22/p0303-nissan-3-5l-how-to-test-vq35-ignition-coil/ explaining how to measure the resistance between the coil pack 3 pins to determine good/bad. Have to admit I couldn’t quite get my head around how the guy assessed the measurements, so measure the resistance between pins myself. First I noticed the the pins are polarity conscious ie placing the red +ve lead on pin 1 and measuring to pin 2 produced a totally different reading to if I placed the black -ve lead on pin 1and measured to pin 2. Completely different to to the written guide above?? Measured all 6 coil packs first with Red multimeter lead then the black lead and all six produced the same readings, so I’m assuming all are ok as the engine wouldn’t run if the were all duff. Anyone gone down this road before and can contribute because I’m beginning to fear it may be injectors or duff plugs or even leaks as raised in the article.

Next service due soon as the rain up here stops and I’ll post one

Cheers young man 👍

Hi anyone know if there is a current discount code for club members?

You could be right because I’ve googled the problem and that was one of the possible causes. My only concern is that this has been noticed during several annual services and always No 4 cylinder. It would be strange if this was the only plug where my torque tench failed each time! Thanks for you input though

I do my own annual service and for the last few years I’ve noticed that cyl 4 plug always seems black on the nose and with electrode wear, all other plugs as fine. Can anyone shed light on this ?

By the way my clutch is still giving good service in 2021

Well I’ve done all that and still drawing 80mA? My battery has been going flat recently and doesn’t last more than a couple of weeks after being fully charged. Battery must be duff as 80mA draw from a 65A/hr battery should last just over 4 wks. Bought a Yuasa replacement this morning, comes with a 5 yr guarantee, so let’s see how it stands up. Thanks for all input

Yeah that sounds more like it, 0.3 mA sounds a bit low maybe should be 30mA Did you have anything on at all, typically the alarm? and did you allow it to stand a while before measuring? I assume the various computers will remain powered but other than that I can’t think what what else i think I’ll pull a couple of fuses to see why I’ve got 50mA more drain than you .

Anyone measured the current taken from the battery with the engine off, and everything else turned off. Im getting 80 mA (0.08A). My battery is probably on its last legs but just interested to know what the norm is and what others are measuring.

Hi Mikey_S I’m assuming your post dated March 3 was 2021. If so I apologies for the delay in responding, I don’t log on very often these days. The issue I posted about I’ve also experienced driving into my garage. The smell I’m certain is from the clutch and I’m fairly certain it’s due to over revving as I try to release the clutch pedal slowly so as not to go in to fast, same when reversing up my Fairley steep drive. if I reduce the rev’s I don’t get the smell. Don't get any noises from the clutch pedal nor experienced any sponginess, but if I did, I’d suspect the clutch release bearing for noise and possible heat from the clutch heating the fluid in the cylinder causing the sponginess. Hope that helps

A pal of mine (let’s be kind and say he’s almost as tight as a fishes arse ) with a BMW 330 has had Delinte D7 tyres fitted at circa £50 ea and swears by them. You wonder how safe such cheap tyres would be so was wondering if anyone here has tried them?

Cheers.....and now I really can call you YOUNG man!! ....58 ? Just a mere slip of a lad, just getting started

Thanks Davey, Appreciated!

Thanks young man, Appreciated!

Oh I just assume at 73 I’m older than everybody

Your a gem young man that looks very interesting and so close to me. Many thanks for your efforts in finding that for me!

Thanks. Not sure how things are constructed under there but will investigate and if necessary get on to Alex for parts.

Thanks young man. Well they didn’t specify other than subframe. Im taking it to a garage to take a look and will contact you if parts are needed.

UGH. Much prefer the standard car. I’d feel like a complete prat driving that down the road. It’s trying way to hard. Less is obviously more here!

I’m not sure if a repair and by that I mean cutting and welding is necessary, if so I know someone who could do that because I don’t think my go to garage does that sort of work (I’ll ask).I’m hopping it’s just surface and as such I could either clean it up and treat it myself if garages hire out car lifts given H&S these days. Better still find a place who can treat it for me if there available, would treat old cars and if the end result is worth the expense.

I have a 2004 350Z which has passed its MOT every year of ownership (Best cat I’ve owned). This time there was an advisory comment pointing out “Corrosion on Sub Frame”. Has anyone had a similar comment and if so, how did you go about sorting it. Unfortunately a recent touring caravan purchase means I can no longer get the car up on ramps but then again access to the middle of the car is limited on ramps. Has anyone been able to hire a garage type lift, or used a service who can sand blast and treat the underside and if its very effective given the cars age ? All advice welcome

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