These cars are becoming very rare to find especially twin turbo. Absolutely stunning car.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Not that rare yet. You can still pick up a decent one around 7k-10k in us.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Nice. NA or TT?

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

That's right price for NA

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Wow. That's some good money

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Please subscribe to the channel.

Basically, anything that would happen to any old car. Rust is only a major issue if someone parks on bare dirt or grass. Drive in the salty areas... anything that happens to any other car. Rubber shrinks, leaks can happen. Seats are easy to rebuild.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Correct.

@keithbridges2144

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah although I think the uploader is just trying to help, he doesn't seem to realize most of these issues are universal to a car of this age.

Great vid man thanks

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. Please subscribe to the channel for more 300zx content.

great tips especially about the PTU and harness spot on!

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

I did forget to mention the timing belt job

@caramrodttz4311

6 жыл бұрын

Also, most people relocate the PTU sensor to where the intake filter is. Where it sits from factory is a bad spot due to heat.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Correct. It’s next on my todo list.

@jackng2070

6 жыл бұрын

Actually, I recently just had the PTU in my Z replaced for free at a local Nissan dealer because it showed up as a recall. Even Z1 Motorsports mention the PTU recall at www.z1motorsports.com/ignition-system/nissan/new-300zx-power-transistor-unit-ptu-p-1779.html, so I'm not sure why anyone wouldn't just take it in for the free replacement.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Interesting!!! Probably because most of our cars are close to 25 years old and people think it will be out of warranty.

I want a 300zx and theres nobody stopping me from getting one im already planning on buying one and also planning to fully restore it first thing after getting it im getting everything pulled out from it and take out all the rust and all new parts if posible and then modify it i cant wait to stay up with my brother until 4 AM getting stuff done to it 🙌🏻

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. Pick a car before they start getting too expensive. Please subscribe brother.

@whozmanz7725

3 жыл бұрын

im hoping you know how expensive that will be , and hoping your not a kid thinking this is easy bro , but it’s entirely possible

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

These cars are expensive to maintain. People thought they were cheap to buy couple of years ago and cheap to maintain too. Big mistake.

Very helpful video, thank you. Also very terrifying video 😕 Scared to buy a Z32 being rural and so far away from the Z experts and this engine bay is intimidating.

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

Hay, look at the NA version. They are much easier to work on. Please consider subscribing to the channel. I just finished manual swapping the tranny. Uploaded 1 video today. More coming soon.

My mechanic has been specializing in the 300ZX and racing them for many years. He currently still owns one with an LS swap. After all his experience with these cars he definitely advises the LS swap for reliability purposes. After owning multiple twin turbo and NA 300ZXs he says it’s the best thing he could have ever done.

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Your mechanic will forever rot in hell for LS swapping a 300zx! They are reliable if you keep the regular maintenance, got beat it to shit Every time you drive and keep it stock. I have owned 4 so far, never had any catastrophe issue.

@showmethedammovie

5 жыл бұрын

If I didn't sell my 300zx I'd have done a swap too. But don't tell that to a purest.

Lower Radiator Support needs to be checked for rust, pinch welds need to be checked for rust, if possible check the tensioner if the timing was done, often the tensioner gap is set or sometimes it is reused and in the process is broken because the m6 bolt used to take the tension off the belt was screwed on too fast and cracks the tensioner, if possible check underneath the car and check the oil pan to ensure it is not dented in the middle where the pick up tube is creating oil starvation due to lack of the pick up tube being able to pick up oil, also check the rear main seal to see if it is leaking oil, while your under there check the drive shaft assuming it has a 2 piece drive shaft for the carrier bearing to see if it is worn out and not functioning correctly, power steering rack needs to be checked for any free play it needs to be tight and have no play, check for bad wheel bearings, clutch condition during test drive if it slips or not, and the condition of the transmission itself during test drive, typically on NA/TT with the higher milage z's out there the synchros tend to go after a lot of abuse. There pretty strong transmissions though so dont be discouraged.

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. Looks like the buying guide needs an update. Will be working on the next video and I will make sure I mention your name.

@AngrySkateNerd

5 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I appreciate it, ive loved this platform for quite some time and worked on a bunch of them as well as owned a few. Still never owned a tt but maybe one day I will. I'd honestly really like to own an R32 over the TT Z32 though, that RB25 is just the best.

Thank you, everyone, for all your support in 2018. I am looking forward to an amazing 2019, Stay tuned for lots of awesome upcoming content.

Good video and it’s important that people understand that these cars were 50 grand brand new in the early 90s which is like 80 grand today tons of technology. I live in Toronto and you should always have a mechanic who knows these cars. I have my buddy Vuk at AMS and you will need one eventually. They suck to work on but well maintained cars are worth the extra cash when buying one. I have 585 whp with the apexi Neo not the best but works for now. Unfortunately because these cars and jdm right hand drive cars are plentiful most have been beaten so don’t settle. I bought mine in Nova Scotia but it was an original ontario car zero rust.

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Yes they were premium vehicles for sure. I have been to Vuk, he is little too rich for my blood. I'm sure he know what he is doing. I do have a mechanic who is much economical and only works on 300zx. With my current setup I'm around 400whp and I'm very happy with it. I plan not to chase the horse power game. I may change my mind next year. Lol. Please consider subscribing to my channel.

i really like 300zx's but my god, that engine bay scares me. plus, everyone says they are a pain in the ass to work on. i might pass on it

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

You will need Asian baby hands to work on the TT. The NAs are easier to work on. Please consider subscribing to my channel. I just bought a new project 300zx tt. I will work on it myself. Keep an eye out.

@eduardo9163

4 жыл бұрын

I have the same issue with my Mitsubishi eclipse 2003gt

@Wolf_man_has_nards

4 жыл бұрын

You can relocate a lot of things and delete a lot of lines that are pretty much useless. Google 300zx engine deletes and you will see it’s much easier.

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

I will start with EGR delete in couple of weeks.

Good to know. I hope I won't have to deal with most of these problems if I go to a dealership

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

You think the dealerships are aware of these issues?

Most of what you said is true. Leaking from the T tops is a big one too. Remember to check that. Also a big problem is the coolant lines that run under the plenum. Those almost always leak and it's a good idea to check them. Also turbo coolant lines. Heater core is also a very expensive one. Motor mounts, diff mounts. Basically ALL of the rubber and tie rod ball joints. The early models 90-94 trans have a habit of grinding into 4th. Later style trans don't seem to have this problem. Timing belt service is a HUGE deal, make sure they know when it was last done before you buy. Includes water pump and thermostat. In my 10 years of owning 2 300zx N/A first and now a TT for 8 years. This is what I've learned from myself and other Z owners. I'll post again if I remember anything else or if you got a question hit me up. Otherwise, decent video. Good luck to all you Z maniacs!

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

you are absolutely right. I have seen a lot of people changing the rubber hoses to something else. My plan is to change the rubber bushings this coming season. Thank you for your comment.

@caramrodttz4311

6 жыл бұрын

Car-Addiction good luck!

@fredrikh9299

6 жыл бұрын

The coolant lines under the plenum are for heating the throttle bodies, never heard of those leak. But it´s over-engineering and if you do have the plenum of it´s adviced to delete them (do a coolant line bypass)... not check them. This will also mean the turbo coolant lines are changed/updated. However, doing a plenum pull just for that would be a bit crazy. But if you have a major job under the plenum (injector change/update), it´s a good thing to simplify the engine bay from potential failing systems (such as the throttle body heater lines and the EGR pipes). I would say you shouldn´t buy this car if you hesitate on doing a plenum pull. If the car still has the type 1 injectors they will probably have to be changed sooner or later since they weren´t made for the etenol that was added to gasoline in the mid 90´s. Also, a properly made tuning requires upgraded type 2 injectors.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Which year came with the type 2?

@caramrodttz4311

6 жыл бұрын

Car-Addiction 94+ has the new style injectors. But you can upgrade the old style (90-93) to the new style. So don't think you are out of luck.

I forgot to mention please check for timing chain job. make sure you have more than 40,000km left.

@andrewmcintosh9832

6 жыл бұрын

Sadoon Mohiuddin you mean timing belt? These cars have a rubber timing belt.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

yes Andrew, belt not chain.

I'm in Japan and I'm thinking of picking up an NA version of this car. Do you think they'd be easier to maintain and make reliable enough for a daily? Or would you say the NA's are still hard to work on compared to say another NA like a Civic.

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

NA's are arguably easier to work on. If you can afford, buy the TT. They will be unaffordable soon.

@StevieRay.

3 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich Thank you on the reply for a video that's over 3 years old! I will take that into consideration. Keep up the good work

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

The Z32 environment changed drastically in last 3 years. I continue to make ze2 300zx content. Please subscribe. It will help me.

Any car from 1999 down gunna give you issues..some more than other..but why buy if your not into the build..300z one of my faves..god bless ty for th info

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

I plan to keep it running good and as stock as it can be. That's how it will hold the value the most.

For the record it does not cost $15,000 to start with a rebuild of these. Maybe for a complete project that would assume its not running. But not that much. $5,000 running with some work / $7,500 moderate work / $10,000 semi-overhaul, and $15,000 - $20,000 complete overhaul would be a bit more accurate depending on the condition.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

that is correct if your willing to do some of the work yourself.

@BrasspineappleProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@This0is0pointless

5 жыл бұрын

cool but their only worth what 4-5k?

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Huh. Where did you find a 4-5 k TT that dosent need 4-5 k or work.

@This0is0pointless

5 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich well to be fair almost anything used will need some kind of "work"

Rust, seats and ignition coils are rare problems on the Z32. In my 19 years of experience beeing a 2 time Z32 owner this is the first time I hear such a bad buying guide.... sorry to say. Yes, the PTU version 1 was bad, but most are replaced by now. Simply put a testdrive, a check for proper timing belt service and a compression test will will save you from unpleasant surprices. Vacuum/boost leaks and engine electrical are issues to keep an eye on as well. I´d say a testdrive with smooth idle, even drag and full boost will reveal most of those problems.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Fredrik E I guess your from south where there is no salt on the road. Rust in these cars are a huge problem here in Canada. I guess it's dumb luck you didn't have any problem with seats and ignition coils. Coils are very common problem, read the z32 thread.

@fredrikh9299

6 жыл бұрын

Besides personal experience I´ve been reading most forums about the Z. Conzeptperfomance confirms the coilpacks hardly ever fail. Just to pick one reputed forum here´s from z32.wikispaces.com/Coilpack: "Coilpacks rarely fail without incident (that is, they won't just up and quit working unless something catastrophic happens to them, such as an electrical short)": I live on the west coast of Sweden with salty winds from the Atlantic. Still, none of my two twinturbos had rust. However I had a Ford that had to be scrapped when it was 9 years old! My Z looks better maintained than yours however: 300zx.trollasen.pm/pic.htm

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

I have seen many many rust buckets here in canada. I owned one too. This is my 3rd 300ZX. Pretty much everyone I know in Canada with 300ZX changed/swapped with R8 coils in their ownership. Couple of guys I know who specialize in 300ZX and they only work with it.

@GaffyTube

5 жыл бұрын

Car-Addiction can you provide links to Ptu and also coil packs like eBay links. And how long is the harness

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

I have a set of coils for sale, Z1 motorsports sells used ptu for $25 USD.

Is the engine itself scary? Like I’m about to buy one twin turbo the oil pan is busted and the rear main seal is busted the owner says there’s no engine knock I’m scared there’s going to be more than those two but I am going to buy it tho :)

@jonathanrangel6422

2 жыл бұрын

Ima subscribe

@runningrich

2 жыл бұрын

I would be weary about a busted oil pan. But if you buy cheap enough...

Nice Z bro.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Please subscribe to my channel.

Hi , I recently purchased a z'ed x . I am wondering where you sell parts for the fairlady.

@runningrich

2 жыл бұрын

You can message me for parts. Where are you located?

@heeramanryan

2 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich good to know, I am located in long island ny 11518

@runningrich

2 жыл бұрын

It is possible to ship items there.

Your missing the metal clip on that connector you pulled off. Those will come loose while your driving so make sure you have all those. Also make sure to check for leaks when buying these cars. The power steering lines leak on almost all of them. The HICAS is prone to leak towards the back of the car. Good video though!

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

which clip? I forgot to mention the timing belt job,

@andrewmcintosh9832

6 жыл бұрын

Sadoon Mohiuddin I believe it was the coilpack connector that was missing the clip.

i really want to buy one but my brother and my dad tell me the engine bays are to small to work on

@glocksthefather9597

5 жыл бұрын

soo idk if i should still get one or move on too another car..

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Your father and your brother is correct. The engine bay is very tight. But these cars are currently going up in value. Buy one now before that become too expensive.

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Check my other 300zx video to see the engine bay and please consider subscribing to my channel.

@shojohii

5 жыл бұрын

i bought one of my mate for 2000 dollars, best thing i ever did, as long as you have patience with the engine bay youll be fine, also you can get an engine hoist to pull it out if you need to

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. What kinds of maintenance did you do since you bought it?

I want one soooo bad been shopping for over a year now

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

FREE WILL DEFENDER don't get your hopes down. Hunting is half the fun. Just make sure you buy a clean car and timing belt job done

@mrgamers4180

6 жыл бұрын

Check craigslist, they have a bunch of them.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

FREE WILL DEFENDER there are a lot available. Good thing Nissan sold a lot back on the day.

@tariqrashid1000

5 жыл бұрын

Take your time pal, good ones are easy to find but great ones come to those who wait🙏🙏

Z32's aint bad once you do alot of the deletes. My 93 has 170k miles and everything still works. I will be doing major overhaul with e85 for reliable 500whp z32

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

What's your build.list for reliable 500hp? I'm probably going that route soon.

@Pennychaser1

4 жыл бұрын

@@runningrichnow I have most boltons except manifolds so around 370whp. If compression #s are good, I will add msp manifolds, bigger intercoolers(currently godspeed IC), haltech, replace current nismo 615's to 740cc, e85 components, and replace all gaskets and hoses. If compressions aren't good, total rebuild will be done with forged internals.

@ingar83

2 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I'm going 1000cc injectors. Forged internals and new rods. ARP headstuds. 2 x gtx gen 2 2860r turbos, downmount IC's Z1's (13cm thick), Audi R8 coils and G4 Link ECU. Probably end up at around 600whp, then clutch will let go. So clutch is next winter. :) Turbos and injectors should hold for around 700whp at pump gasoline.

@runningrich

2 жыл бұрын

Those 2860r are fire.. would they fit on stock manifold or you have to go with an aftermarket manifold and engine mount? Are you staying with single intake or going to dual intake? What's your exhaust setup?

@ingar83

2 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich You need to modify the intake on the turbo a bit. Cut it close to the compressor housing and get a tight bend 90 degree 3" welded on to it. And you need to grind abit on one of the gearbox bolt threads on the engine block. like 0.5mm ish to make it clear. And smack the oil pin tube a couple of times. Other than that it clears good! I'm running stock manifolds and dual plenum. My first initial plan was to build single plenum, but as I found out I was able to fit the r8 coils on the oem, I went for dual instead. Currently running some Z1 motormoutns with poly bushings.

Actually you DO want the HICAS system deleted. A number of people have been killed by rear wheel steering systems failing on old cars!

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Shit!!! Serious. I have never heard that. So what happens? The car swerve and hits something?

@Slays_Media

6 жыл бұрын

Car-Addiction High power Z's with the Hicas intact have a tendency to throw out the rear end, so most people delete it right away.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the heads up

@tariqrashid1000

5 жыл бұрын

That's absolutely true, my 1991 300 nearly killed me coming out of cruise control @ 100mph, fucking shit my pants but thankfully kept it on the road

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Alright. Will be looking towards a hicus delete kit. Will make a video of that.

"zed x" - you are truly Canadian my friend 👍

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, how else I'm supposed to say it?

@southpark6757

3 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I'm originally from Winnipeg, after I moved to the US I had to conform to "zee" 😁

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha...

Is the na 300zx a good first car for someone who is 16 and is wanting to do mostly cosmetic stuff? I am a big jdm guy and i love this car, just a lot of people are saying that the engine is hard to work on. Please answer

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely not. Buy something else.

@8latt

3 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I have a little bit of mechanical experience and am learning more everyday. Do you have a recommendation for a jdm car that is relatively easy to wrench on?

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

Buy something which was inexpensive back then. Let's say 300zxtt was a 50k car back in 94. Which is equivalent to today's 80k vehicle. The maintenance cost will be equivalent to a 80k vehicle even though you may pay 15k for a TT today. Buy a B series civic or something. Great platform to learn and inexpensive to maintain.

@8latt

3 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I know its hard to find them in good condition, but what about an s13? I am not a big fan of civics personally

@runningrich

3 жыл бұрын

S13 has drift tax and the community is full of immature people.

I live in cali I don't need to worry about rust..

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Lucky you

On a scale from 1 to 10 how reliable would you say these cars are?

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

These are 25 years and older cars now. They come with typical old car problem. So I would say 5/10 right now.

@jerryryan36

5 жыл бұрын

Super reliable when you replace everything that wears out from being an older car, honestly my 1990 300ZX Twin Turbo is very reliable all I had to do is replace the clutch in the 4 years I've owned it

@jerryryan36

4 жыл бұрын

I still drive it but not in the cold so it's stored up in the garage right now, but I drove it a few days ago and runs just fine :)

@themastermaster8514

3 жыл бұрын

I have one I would say 6

Fuck I miss mine it was perfect only 90000kms with none of the problems you mentioned ran smooth as hands down best car I ever owned

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

These cars are going up in value since last year. If you can buy one right away before they become too expensive. I currently own 4 300zx tt. These are a blast to drive.

@aydentheninja877

5 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich there's a decent one I'm Melbourne for $6000 au $ but it's another state and is unregistered I'm still considering getting it it's also only 100k KMs so obviously hasnt done much driving here they throw them away to Australia amercai and so on at around 95k hopefully it's straight from japan

@aydentheninja877

5 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich I'm looking at one but is in Melbourne another state and is unregistered bit is only $6000 au $ and has likey old one only 100000kms hopefully it's an import from Japan at around 90000kms

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

@@aydentheninja877 not a bad price.

Which mechanic do you suggest going to in Toronto?

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

What are you planning to get done?

@tunex_

5 жыл бұрын

Car-Addiction just check the car on what needs to be done. It's idling not so well. Just bought a 1990 N/A USspec

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

I got couple of guys who can do the job. Send me message on my cell 647-390-4288. I will recommend you a guy.

In other words, make sure the car is perfect..

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Or else it will cost a lot to make it perfect.

Please answer:D Guys so i found out my nb has a 300zx 1994 and he is selling it, the only things its not turbo, and its vert, is it worth it? its just dirty but the interior is lit af literally its in almost perfect conditions and its manual, it would be my first car ever what do you think? and my bro owns a 350z so its pretty cool to have both lol,

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Its worth saving these cars as the prices are going up everyday. All im going to say is condition is everything. as long as it has been maintained and follow the points i mention on the video. you should be good.

@q1uwi

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude!

A 300zx is only a fairlady when it's right hand drive

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Nissan changed the name to 300zx for the north American market. Essentially it's the exact same vehicle. The RHD are called Fairlady but there nothing stopping me calling my one Fairlady

@UKfromadrone

6 жыл бұрын

any Z chassis car is a fairlady if its country of origin is japan... the uk models are not fairladies... theyre still called 300zx...

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

They changed the name to 300zx because they thought the western world won't accept Fairlady. The cars are exactly the same. No difference between the us ok or JDM models.

@n300zx931

4 жыл бұрын

Not exactly. If someone from japan came to America, they wouldn’t just call it the 300zx because they’re in America. They would call it the fairlady as they do in Japan. The side the wheel is on is not what changes the name. Culture only. The car has two names and you can decide what name you like best.

@VNCTHE1

2 жыл бұрын

@@UKfromadrone Absolutely every single Z car to have ever existed has a country of origin of Japan 😁

when ya lady being unfair get your self a fairlady

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha. Good one

You sound like the guy with all spiders.

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Hate spiders.

As a recent purchaser of a 300zx and doing my own video series on it. My buyers guys is, DON'T DO IT.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha. They are hard to work on cars and harder to daily drive them.

@tangles01

6 жыл бұрын

I actually bought mine for my son's 1st car quite rough but mechanically mostly sound... In Aus rust un-like in Canada isn't a problem, but I've manage to get 4 whole 10 minutes episodes out of just installing the exhaust... and 2 videos left to go lol. Nightmare.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

I believe you. Exhaust is going to be my next spring project. I currently have an axle back setup but I want down pines and the midpipes.

@tangles01

6 жыл бұрын

Well what I was actually doing was replacing the centre bearing, which went quite well, but there was a snapped exhaust stud and removing the exhaust for access, another snapped... so I had 2 snapped studs in the lower manifold flange which needed removing.. Oh the joy. Easier if you just go have a look to be honest lol. I'm sure you and anyone who sees it will enjoy my pain.

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

ooh man. access to a lift would have made your life much much easier.

why do people say zed!!!????

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

UK pronunciation for Z.

@cammedmotorsports7629

5 жыл бұрын

Also Canadians pronounced Z as zed, as I do and have 2 of them

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Ur absolutely correct. I am Canadian and we pronounce Zed. FYI is it the correct form of English

I have a twin turbo for 1990 36000 miles good condition 19000$ / 19174941525 Brooklyn ny car comes from California

@runningrich

5 жыл бұрын

Wow. That's low miles. Do you have the timing belt job done?

look what I just found lol

@runningrich

6 жыл бұрын

What did you find?

@None-vg1qw

4 жыл бұрын

@@runningrich coom 🤧🤧🤧🤧🤧🤧🤧🤧

@runningrich

4 жыл бұрын

See the updated video