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Hi mate I have available Brembo, DBA and Performance Friction rotors available. I will post up some pictures for you shortly. Alex.

Some pictures from the weekends Avon Tyres British GT Championship at Knockhill. Superb event with glorious sunshine most of the time. Enjoy

Tappet clearances can be checked in situ but to adjust you need the cams off and to get the cams off you need the heads off and the best way to remove the heads is to take the engine out. The heads can be removed with the engine in situ but it is very fiddly and there is a big risk of oil leaks afterwords. I have done it both ways and I now remove engines every time. Good news is, I doubt that it is a tappet noise that you have. Other common engine noises on the VQ35 are fuel dampers. Alex.

If it is a Brembo set up you have then it is eazy peazy but the JDM set up does involve a bit more work. If you are running Brembos then a brake pad upgrade to Ferodo DS 2500 should seriously be considered. Ferodo DS 2500 in stock and available at £180.00. Brembo pads in stock and available at £125.00 Alex.

to the forum and great to have another Roadster owner aboard.

The noise description that you give leads me to agree that it is a wheel bearing issue. You do not specify which type of PF pads you are using and you appear to be running oem rotors. There should be no issues with your calliper pistons but I am concerned that there is a discharge of brake fluid from the bleed screws if in fact that really is the case. As regards a brake upgrade, there is so much available but it will all depend on how much track use you have planned and your budget. I have Brembo, DBA and Performance Friction Brake Rotors all available and Brembo, PF and Ferodo DS2500 pad kits to match all applications. Hel and Goodrich brake lines and Motul Fluid also all available. Alex.

There is no fan belt on the VQ35 as such. There are two belts, the main serpentine belt and the aircon belt, and both are adjustable. If the starter motor is only sticking then a clean will fix it, but if it is an internal electrical fault within the starter then a replacement starter will be required, or it may be a faulty starter motor soleniod which is part of the starter motor. A new starter motor from Nissan is £420.40. I have preowned starter motors available at £125.00. Also check that the ignition switch is not sticking. Alex.

to the forum. Lovely looking car that you have there

They are £100.00 mate

Sounds like the pre-engaged starter is sticking in the on position for a few seconds. Disconnect battery, remove starter motor, free off, clean up and lubricate, refit starter motor and reconnect battery.

I am assuming that you know the background to the Nissan Works Rally Raid involvement in Motorsport and that the originall engine spec. would be as below. Nissan were very guarded on there internals but it would not surprise me if they were stock. What internal upgrades that have been done since, if any, would be anyones guess. If you are planning to run big power then best to strip and have a look in side. I strip and refresh my engine every 12 months as a matter of course. NISSAN 2004 PICKUP SPECIFICATIONS Engine Based on VQ35 (4 valves per cylinder. 4 cam all-aluminium engine) six cylinder engine. With variable valve timing Bore / stroke 95.5 x 81.4 Max Output 200 kW at 5000 rpm Max Torque 360 Nm at 4000 rpm Clutch Multi Plate Inlet Roller throttle injection system Oil System Dry sump configuration Engine Management Pectel, fully programmable, with engine history logging Transmission Six speed sequential gearbox with centre differential and single reverse Suspension Front and Rear Double wishbone with dual coil-over dampers Max permissible travel for T2 250 mm Differentials Front and Rear units have centre portions from Nissan Patrol with motorsport constructed housings and limited slip Brakes & Wheels and Tyres Front and rear - AP four piston callipers with 320 mm ventilated discs 16" Magnesium Alloy rims with BF Goodrich tyres Fuel Tank 500 litre tank for long distance liaison and stages Steering Power assisted rack and pinion Maximum Speed 190 km/h Weight (Dry) 1750 kg (T2 min weight 1750kg) Dimensions Length: 4.700 mm Height: 1.700 mm Width: 2.000 mm Chassis v200-element roll cage, incorporating all suspension pick-up points and attachment points for body work and ancillaries. Enlarged cabin area, compared with the 2003 IRS Pickup for improved comfort and visibility. Body Parts The revised body shape for improved aerodynamics and visibility is of composite construction.

The roller type tb that you have is indeed race spec. Is it cable operated or fly by ? Alex.

The ball joint is part of the arm and can not be bought separately.

Especially the locals, but all welcome Thought I would just throw up an open invitation to anyone who might fancy a few passenger laps at Knockhill this coming week. I will be present with the Roadster on the following dates and times providing there are no mishaps. Tuesday 16th 6pm-8pm Thursday 18th 6pm-8pm Saturday 20th 10am-5pm All three events will be well run and a good selection of race cars, road cars, track cars including a few official Time Attack cars should be attending. If you fancy it, all you have to do is sign in, get a wrist band, borrow or hire a helmet and then have some fun. Don't be shy, if you are there, just come over and say hi as early as possible so that you do not miss out. Cheers, Alex.

Happy days again Martin, enjoy summer.

Nice one

Firstly to the forum. 13k for an 09 you have two chances of that, none and feck all. Have a look on the forum here as it is a great place to start and if you can't find what you are looking for then you will be sure to find plenty on Pistonheads. Alex.

2nd gear tend to be a bit tight and notchy when cold but should come good when the transmission oil heats up. The noise that you are hearing is probably idler gear but that is just a hypothesis.

Very Nice, Good Job

That should be an easy one for any trimmer worth his salt. Should re-dye very easily and cheaply. A retrim is extreme to say the least. Alex.

This is the demon that Scott is referring to: Both sides are available.

I have a spare one but it is for a Roadster.

Spark plugs can sometimes be tight but providing that you have a proper plug socket, extension and bar and you are handy with the tools then they should come loose albeit sometimes with a loud crack.

Welcome to the forum

to the forum.