Finally the parts arrived and in, and problem eliminated.

Talking to the mechanic the second time, he is certain that's what is causing the trouble. It took a lot of effort with a lever to find the play. He said they went over everything else in much detail and there is nothing else that's wrong. About $500 for original parts and I need to wait for them to...

You might have trouble finding one since they don't have one. Maybe a ball joint is what he means. Most parts are readily available. Cheaper to buy from the USA though. Try conceptzperformance. But be wary if you mechanic does not understand that kingpins became obsolete in the 70's. Work done on Z...

You might have trouble finding one since they don't have one. Maybe a ball joint is what he means. Most parts are readily available. Cheaper to buy from the USA though. Try conceptzperformance. But be wary if you mechanic does not understand that kingpins became obsolete in the 70's. Work done on Z...

Original mechanic still thinks it's the kingpin. Are they readily available? Original part or aftermarket?

My 300zx often (not always) makes an unusual clunk in the front when going forward or backwards when braking at almost stopped, say parking or backing out of parking. For example, was backing out of a park, put foot on brake, and side mirror vibrated. Mechanics have been over it with a fine tooth co...

Another question - what volunteer jobs are going on the day?

I want to have a go at this for the first time and want to make sure I have everything I need. I read through most of the requirements, but some are not so clear. Apart from a warranted car, what else do I need? So far I know I need a helmet and overalls and covered footwear. What are the rules abou...

I just fixed my seat belt unit today. The problem was a plastic gear molded to the outside of a steel disc, and the plastic shrinks and cracks with age and bits fall off, causing noise and/or jamming with the broken bits. I fixed it by using araldite (not too much) to put all the pieces back where t...

I've been told the Taupo track day is off.

Daytonablue wrote:I went and nobody was there next time!

I saw you pause and leave. There was a delivery truck blocking the view.