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Might be a sedan.. which would make the price more appropriate..?

I think NSW, along with most states, don't let P plate drivers drive cars with over 200kw. http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/licensing/downloads/p1p2_conditions_dl1.html

^^ umm. that says the same thing I stated, except he is talking about changing the size of the master cylinder and not the slave cylinder. Larger Master cylinder (or smaller slave) = more slave rod travel but more pedal effort. Smaller Master cylinder (or larger slave) = less slave travel and less pedal effort..

Yep, totally agree with everything you said above except the point about a smaller slave not incresing pedal effort. As most of the effort required is to overcome the clutch pressure plate spring/fingers, if you reduce the pedal travel required to fully disengage the clutch pressure plate by making the slave cylinder smaller, then naturally the pedal pressure will need to increse, as you are trying to do the same amount of work over a smaller distance. So by moving the fulcrum point of the clutch pedal itself, you have reduced the amount the slave cylinder moves for a full pedal deflection, basically the same thing as incresing the slave cylinder size, or decresing the master cylinder size, which would also result in less slave cylinder travel for full pedal deflection. Albeit with less hassle. Maybe the point of misunderstanding is the pedal effort is caused by the clutch plate deflection, not by the master/slave cylinder or pedal movement, if you disconnect the slave cylinder from the transmission, the clutch pedal will be very easy to move.

?? what part outlines what you said? what I said contridicts what you said? more movement and less effort vs more movement and more effort with a smaller slave

hmm. I tend to disagree, although it is possible if you make the slave cylinder too large, the clutch leaver won't move far enough to disengage the clutch. But a larger slave will make for less pedal effort as the same pedal movement will cause less slave piston movement, and since most of the pedal effort is generated by the clutch plate spring, less pressure will be needed on the clutch pedal. This is basically what you have done with your mod, caused less slave piston movement (and master cylinder) with the same pedal movement, reducing pedal effort and incresing the engagement window, but you also need to ensure the pedal rod is correctly adjusted or you could risk not disangaging the clutch fully. Making the slave cylinder smaller will mean the slave piston will move more with the same pedal movement, this will make the clutch engagement window even narrower, and increse overall pedal effort.

I think he was right, enlarging the slave cylinder should have the same effect as your mod (more fluid required for the same movement) Enlarging the master cylinder on the other hand, will make the issue worse. I have no idea what is available in aftermarket slave cylinders though, I think it is easier just to do your mod. This mod was down my list a bit, but since you seemed to have much success, I think I might move it up!. Thanks...

He said 'Sydney' in the post?

didn't think you could drive a 350GT on Ps?

+1... The combination of a very cheap price and a claim they fixed the issue with some 'switches' just sounds dodgy. And never fall for the old 'all skylines (or whatever car) do that' line!! If I were you I would walk away.. if you really really have to have this car, get it throughly checked by a reputable mechanic BEFORE paying for it!. then demand they fix the issues the mechanic finds, again.. before you pay any more money..

yeah, you could just about buy the kit a business class ticket to anywhere in Australia for that price..

I have a question. where are you sending it from to justify the $1000 postage fee?

Maybe it is ok.. and I am just being a bit 'anal'. I think it was a good call for you to include the adaptor plate in your instructions though..

yes, It probably isn't a bid deal and I am just thinking out loud... but when you said 'thats it for that bit, you could probably put it all back together and live with the slight master cylinder rod misalignment' It suggests the adaptor plate is 'optional', but I was wondering if would be better to suggest this 'should' be done, as I don't think it will be healthy for the master cylinder long term to have the rod pushing on an angle..

Yep, got that.. just suggesting it should be something that is included in the mod process, rather than just suggesting it as an option.

Nice. I adjusted mine last week to lower the engagement point, it helps a little by letting you keep you heel on the floor during the engagement, so it makes it a little easier to get a smooth change when you want to. How hard was it to get the pedal out? I noticed there isn't much space to work in under there, I am guessing you removed a bunch of stuff first to access it? I am not too concerned about pedal effort, mine seems quite ok, however, I do find the clutch engagement 'window' is too small.. no problems if you want to do quick changes, but when you want nice smooth changes, you need to 'baby' it too much.. I also think it is worth making up the adaptor plate to ensure the rod pushes straight into the master cylinder rather than having it push on an angle.

I can't see how worn brake pads can cause this..?? Sounds more like a power related issue.. possibly bad ground points.. Sorry, I don't have a difinitive answer for you.

This is a bit cheaper, if you are concerned about price. http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/GENUINE-OEM-NEW-HITACHI-MASS-AIR-FLOW-METER-SENSOR-MAF-NISSAN-INFINITI-/120788312586?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c1f8b620a

Welcome Vthirty5 New leads?? leads for what? The factory plugs are platnium and should be good to 100,000km.

I am sure it is a good car, but to put the 'skyline' badge and the '370GT' badge on an wanker tanker is just wrong.. Thanks for the link nightcrawler.. had no idea they were even in Australia.

I have seen pics of the V36 SUV.. I think it is an abomination... not sure if it was just a concept car, or if they actually sold them.. hopefully the former..

V37? I didn't think they had released it yet? isn't the V36 still the current model?

traction control and VDC are different things.. TC functionality is probably built into VDC on the VDC equipped models.. not sure how you turn off TC on a V35 that doesn't have VDC..

I think they call come with Traction control, but I don't think the 250GT or 300GT got VDC. Not even sure if all 350GTs had VDC

If it is starting then shutting down, it could be a fuel pump.. but is going to next to impossible to diagnose over the internet with a basic description.