Everything you need to know about the Nissan 300ZX z32 Transmission

[@tyranidoverlord]

Thanks for the information man. I always appreciate any free info. Much respect for showing love to the 300zx cult

[@runningrich]

Thanks brother. Please follow the channel for more Z related content coming.

[@Nobody-dc8dp]

Updating to a short shifter and conceptZ shifting bracket helped a lot for shifting and also the gear oil. I need to update my shifting cable still. It shifts a lot better now, but I know it could be better.

[@z32turboWRX]

Really glad I stumbled onto this. I've had a steadily worsening 3/4 grind for years. I went through and rebuilt the engine years ago so I'm invested in the car. After many hours of trying to sourse a rebuilt kit I had given up for now and was getting used to granny shifting. Thank you for confirming what I need. I'm going to attempt the rebuild myself as I have previously rebuilt a manual trans for an 03 WRX and have the press and bearings tools.

[@runningrich]

Thanks man. Please subscribe, would help me a lot.

[@devsdeadofficial]

rockauto the plug fr

[@freestyleskyline]

Hey man I have to say props to you for making this video and doing all that research, and also making it all available to us with just one click. Definitely going to subscribe to your channel and I appreciate all of the information that you have made so much more simple for me to find. Great job on the video

[@runningrich]

Thank you. Much appreciate the support.

[@gavinboyer1722]

I know this was posted a year ago but this helped me out a lot to find the code of the parts I need for my trans. Thanks so much. Also you can sell half of your liver at a time for car parts and the coolest thing is that it grows back😂

[@runningrich]

Hahaha.. yes liver is the only organ that grows back.. you made my day. Please subscribe, it will help me out a lot.

[@heith85]

Friggin legend here. Just got a z32. Glad there is someone else who feels the pain of buying parts from USA in Canada.

[@runningrich]

Thank you brother. Please subscribe for more Z related content. I also have a FB group called 300zx swapmeat, its for Canadian Z owners buying and selling parts.

[@heith85]

@@runningrich oh I will look this group up

[@robertodlt5]

Slowly working on putting my Z32 together. I got it as a shell a few years ago and have slowly been trying to piece her together. Thank you for making a video like this. At the rate I'm going, may have to buy a junk transmission and try and get it rebuilt. She used to be a twin turbo and I'm trying to get her back up to stock. Maybe one day I'll make it but it'll be thanks to videos like these that talk about the small things! Thanks! Gonna have to check out your other videos!

[@runningrich]

You can do it! Subscribe, lots more z32 stuff coming on.

[@tylerwilliams7331]

Good info thanks for that. Mine wont go into gears when warm. no grinding but wont go into gears as it should unless its rolling and the synchro's lines up. for example cant go into first unless I slide it in when it accepts it at a rolling stop.

[@runningrich]

Start with changing the fluids with redline. It may solve the issue. Please subscribe.

[@sailingblacklotus]

Yo fellow cnd Z32 guy here. Thank you!

[@runningrich]

Your most welcome. Where are you in Canada?

[@badgermetal]

The trans oil fill hole on some of the early hardbody was an inch to low so on my 97 I have to fill it from the shifter hole to get the right amount of MT90 into the thing.

[@anthonyramirez7902]

Thanks man for the info! Really helped a lot because I’m converting my 90 300 ZX N/A to a TT and swapping it to a automatic to a Manual and can’t find anyone selling one where I live, but I can go to pick n pull and pull a manual off the list you’ve provided! Thanks once again.

[@runningrich]

Where are you located? I have full manual swap kits ready to go.

[@anthonyramirez7902]

@@runningrich located in San Antonio Texas

[@runningrich]

Aah.. I'm in Toronto Canada. Please subscribe

[@wefwefwef.]

Great vid, im jealous of the us prices for an r30a, theyre about double that here in the uk 😅. Im 1uz swapping my zx, i think ill be rebuilding my tired old gearbox before the new lump shreds whats left of my synchros lol. Im assuming the kits use the harder 98 on material you mentioned?

[@runningrich]

That will be an interesting swap. How does it fit?

[@wefwefwef.]

@@runningrich well its roughly physically the same size as the old vg30de albeit 50kg lighter, the 1uz into z32 swap has been done once or twice with the ls400 auto box so i know it will fit in the bay, and collins performance makes a 1uz to 300zx adaptor plate. The nissan vh41 v8 would be preferable but theyre very rare and expensive in the uk, but we have 1uz and 3uz coming out of our ears lol. Picked a vvt 1uz up out of a running donor with wiring, key and transponder for 850 quid, the whole swap should cost about 2500 with some minor fabrication, not a whole lot more than the cost of shipping all the parts to rebuild my vg30 over from the US!

[@atarparker]

Great info! I will very likely be coming back here at some point to get those part numbers I'm now on my 2nd 98 spec transmission for my Z32. I managed to strip off every tooth off 3rd gear, twice while flat shifting into 3rd. 1st 98 spec transmission lasted something like 5k miles or less. Nobody else seems to have had the issue I've had. SZ said it was probably the clutch I was using at the time (the engagement is best described as "violent"). Switched to their High 5 clutch so hopefully that solved my problem

[@runningrich]

Damm that 98 spec transmission is expensive!!!

[@JordanHoltHalthiem]

Rev matching is a good skill to learn

[@runningrich]

If you want a capable clutch but also want it to handle high HP, look into a multi disk clutch setup.

[@atarparker]

@@runningrich Sounds good on paper. Like yourself, I too was convinced. So much so, that I spent $4k on a multi plate. 2 transmissions later and guidance from Specialty Z, now Im running a Hi 5 clutch

[@runningrich]

Interesting. I will read up on that.

[@johnnyt2757]

hey man,Great job on the video i love it

[@runningrich]

Thank you. Please subscribe, it will help me a lot.

[@cre8tivegarage157]

This a definitely a great content making channel love the videos you bring and we appreciate the hard work 😎

[@runningrich]

Thank you for your kind words. Please consider subscribing to my channel.

[@bommsqueezy]

I wish there was a kit that came with the needle bearings.

[@runningrich]

Non. I had to custom make it.

[@traviswurz9951]

I drained my oil and got a chunk of a synchro gear yesterday. Debating between rebuilding myself, or getting a used trans

[@runningrich]

Dont get a used trans in my opinion. You may have the same problem as nissan has issues with soft synchros. I would rather rebuild, it will cost you the same, atleast you know for sure it's been worked on. Please subscribe to the channel

[@aparisi59]

Thanks for the info. So how did the transmission turn out????

[@runningrich]

It's great. Working well. Please subscribe, it will help me a lot.

[@christiansepulveda4771]

Hey there sorry if I’m late to the conversation but bear with me my question is how’s the transmission holding upp not grinding any gears on you?? After all this time is it possible to have a working 300zx with a manual transmission I plan on buying one but I’m scared of the transmission failure

[@wishybishy]

Hey, I took my Z32 TT out earlier and noticed both 2nd and 4th gears are making a hissing-like noise. It sounds like there's a window slightly open, but it only happens in those mention gears. Any suggestions?

[@drunktortila3632]

My guy leggggend!! I've read I can just swap the z32 belhousing to an rb25 and it bolts right up? Is that right as it'll hopefully save me some monies 😁

[@runningrich]

No, just the internals are the same. Belhousing and Shifter location is different.

[@funbjohny]

I know this is an old video but are you saying alot of other vehicles have the same transmission? So can I just use that to replace mine?

[@bignycatx]

Thanks for the info but what about the Transmission Control computers, are they interchangeable between the years? Will 31036-45P00 perform the same as 31036-33P11 in a 1990 300ZX 2+2?

[@runningrich]

Are you talking about auto transmission? Because there's no computer in the manual one.

[@bignycatx]

Dang yea,,, I watched the video again and realized it was about a manual transmission.@@runningrich

[@runningrich]

All the auto computers are the same between 89-96.

[@exoticspeedefy7916]

Hi, what are your thoughts on the Automatic transmission? I am looking at an auto 300zx turbo with 400hp and 190,000km on the dial, I don't know how strong the auto trans are to hold up to that much power thanks

[@akilimorrison89]

Hey what's up man? Love the videos. Quick question, is the PB71C gearbox for the gtst r32 compatible with the fs5w71c kit?

[@runningrich]

No, that is not. That is comparable with k24de transmission. Please subscribe 🙏

[@akilimorrison89]

@@runningrich I have subscribed bro 🙏 is this part below compatible?: ZMBK133CWS

[@akilimorrison89]

I'm looking and cannot find a link to the ka24de rebuild kit. Just keep seeing the ka24de and the fsw571c as the same..

[@runningrich]

Go to rockauto, look for 91 240sx

[@salmanalaalinew]

Very informative vedio.. i would like to aks if you know the rebuild kit name for R33 GT-s gearbox?? essentially has the same internal as the Z32 ZX300

[@runningrich]

It's the same rebuild kit brother. Please subscribe

[@salmanalaalinew]

Great content.. how about the part no. For the same kit for RB25DET gearbox?

[@runningrich]

Watch my 300zx transmission video. That's the same rebuild kit for rb26 and rb26 motor.

[@Jason-fp7vi]

Maybe I shouldn't encourage any more purchases... But if you were to buy a D21 hardbody stick shift I would certainly watch that series... Think about it...

[@runningrich]

I have been looking for a decent hardbody for years.

[@Jason-fp7vi]

@@runningrich they have all rust-evaporated

[@patrickelamm2890]

more people seems like are having transmission problems😕 like me,. but I have mine finally solved,ETE REMANS😃👍 I like your Lexus shirt, Keep up the good work, Good video, thank you.🚘🔧🌞🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@runningrich]

Thanks man. This is the year of Covid and transmission issue for me. Lol

[@patrickelamm2890]

@@runningrich funny,, Wow A lot of people,. I have a whole transmission shop, in tools, lifts,🤪 I just got this transmission left Harbor freight👍 I You take care, I hope things get better financially for everybody. Thank you man ..🚘🔧🇨🇦👍🙋‍♂️

[@willeroc8876]

Will the Rs5r30a fit in a is300 behind a 2jz , would we have to cut were the shifter is to make it fit ? I know we need the bell housing , flywheel, drive shaft etc but I wanted to know how it would fit , I seen a rs5r30a trans in sc's so I ask.

[@runningrich]

You will need an adapter plate and have to find a new shifter location.

[@DannyR2681]

Does anyone know if the auto z32 and manual z32 bell housings are bolt pattern is the same in the rear? Where the bell housing bolts to the tail end. Basically using a auto bell housing on manual z32 trans

[@TheOhsemix]

What turned out to be the cost of rebuild? im contemplating rebuilding mine thats replacing a 71c for my z31.

[@runningrich]

About 1k including parts labor and installation back into the car.

[@JJ2cool42]

You ever get a final cost on this? What did the shop end up charging you? No issues after rebuild? I'm going through the same process with my Z32 in Canada right now. Appreciate the videos!

[@runningrich]

Yes. Subscribe and stay connected. Note video on that coming soon.

[@Atomos_DRIVE]

Hello sir...for information..is a 1990 nissan 300zx n/a ..automatic transmission is a good transmission ?.....i know people LOVE the manual transmission...but i found a immaculate 1990 300zx..but the trans is automatic...but the vehicule is flawless....so was wondering for the automatic transmission

[@runningrich]

It is a good transmission. Moreover, you can always manual swap it later on.

[@Atomos_DRIVE]

@@runningrich thank you

[@runningrich]

Please subscribe

[@kilika513]

So I have a stagea bout to build the rb25det to rb25dett trying to build it to 500whp but probably run around 4to450 needled to say the stagea came with the 4spd auto how much work am I looking at to put a z32 turbo a/t trans in its place will it hold 500 ? And will my drive shaft work or will I have to get a new one lol just looking for more help on these questions

[@runningrich]

The z32 turbo transmission Linda loses its charm after 400hp. But I have seen and heard people who will rebuild the transmission and push close to 700hp. Don't know if this answers your question well.

[@patrick9761]

ok sharing from Australia thanx man

[@runningrich]

Much appreciated brother!!!

[@TheZ-XFiles]

I might take your advice and get a rebuild done.....the cost of new is staggering...

[@runningrich]

Bruh!! I researched and called everyone I know for 3 months straight. Then came to this conclusion.

[@fulano787]

We’re you able to rebuild using the newer 98+ spec synchros?

[@runningrich]

They are not nissan synchro. Different company, made with harder metal.

[@tyferguson564]

Can you give me the list of cars/ trucks that have the same transmission? Thanks

[@runningrich]

Subscribe and I will help you

[@patrick9761]

Im new to you so I will give you a go I love zxz32

[@runningrich]

Thank you. I appreciate the support.

[@Morm1175]

Hey my friend do you know how much power the z32 5 speed transmission can handle? I have a 96 z32 2+2 manual with 50k miles and i going to do 2jz swap but i want to keep my 5 speed transmission my goal is make between 500 to 600 hp so i want to know if this transmission can handle this kind of power

[@runningrich]

It's the torque not the HP that brakes the transmission. I have heard it can handle around 700 tq with factory internals.

[@Morm1175]

@runningrich wow that is a lot of power so I don't think I going to have any issue to make 600 hp or 500 pound of torque thank you for you reply

[@runningrich]

@@Morm1175 just remember it's not a cd009 or R154. It dosent like bang shifts.

[@johnnyt2757]

where i can order kits transmission rebuilt, please

[@runningrich]

www.rockauto.com

[@DedicatedAssassin]

So this isn't the full rebuild kit just the upgraded bearing/seals that fix the second gear issue you discussed just to make sure I understand correctly?

[@runningrich]

This kit is a complete rebuild kit. Please subscribe.

[@alejandrovenegas3692]

Is the clutch from an NA 300zx the same as a TT 300zx?

[@runningrich]

Not same. TT flywheel is bigger.

[@tigwelding123]

I wonder How much the transmission guy is going to charge you

[@runningrich]

I talked to a guy, he said something like $900 for everything. So I am hopeful. Lol

[@tigwelding123]

@@runningrich that doesn't sound too bad

[@Jason-fp7vi]

@@runningrich sounds reasonable. Then you can pay him again next time you money shift into 2nd. 😂😂

[@brucabi213]

This kit will work on a 1990 R32 GTR transmission??

[@runningrich]

Thats the one.

[@brucabi213]

@@runningrich thanks man. Cant wait to learn more from you. New subscriber!

[@runningrich]

Much appreciated brother. I just picked up another r32 project. Lots more coming in the channel.

[@1x5.22]

Is yours na? I'm probably buying a na z32 but it's an auto and want to manual swap it

[@runningrich]

No, mine is a TT. Check out my manual swap video. It's the same for an NA.

[@1x5.22]

@@runningrich Great thanks for the reply!

[@runningrich]

Please subscribe

[@jz-qy9hb]

Get a 1998 trans they fixed the synchro

[@runningrich]

Yes they did. The point of the video is to fix your pre 98 trans 1/4th the price..

[@jz-qy9hb]

@@runningrich I spoke to soon

[@runningrich]

All good. Please subscribe.

[@tigwelding123]

👍💪💯

[@twaseenkhandaker3467]

nice

[@runningrich]

Thanks

[@SuperIsmael1984]

Will the tranny hold 900 hp ?

[@runningrich]

its not about the HP its more about the Torque.

[@loosebolts4537]

Great video bro, I’m building a 300zx as well and that’s what my shed looks like currently you should come check it out

[@runningrich]

Lol nice. Where do you live?

[@boeing900]

STOP EVERYONE, DON'T BUY THE 98 TRANSMISSION. THEY FAIL!! Mine did, with, maybe 1250 miles on it. It's a very long story, my Z, but in short, it's a 95TT I bought in 96 and started a full restoration of it almost 5 years ago. I was just now starting to think it was FINALLY finished that my transmission failed. As a "precautionary" step, about three years ago I bought a new 98 5 speed transmission, despite my old one being fine. Between then and now I've had to pull and rebuild the engine an additional two times. First time for a blown Tomei head gasket, after about 400 miles, (don't use those, only oem with copper spray) and the second time for being stupid and NOT blocking off the oil tree filter bypass check valves after shimming the pressure regulators in the tree to increase the oil pressure. That took out all my bearings after about 500 miles. And now, with only 350 additional miles, for a total around 1250 miles, the transmision started whining, badly. I never knew about this, but apparently in "fixing" the sincros, which I never had a problem with, they F'd up something even worse. At least I still have my original transmision, whos sincros are fine and it doesn't whine. This is my Z if you'd like to see it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5vOioCGncmemaM

[@christiansepulveda4771]

So what’s the answer here the old transmissions fail and ur saying the new and “improved” ones also fail so where do we z car enthusiast do now?? What’s the answer to the manual transmissions problem

[@runningrich]

Billet internals.

[@christiansepulveda4771]

I was going to buy a 300zx Tt but after doing research I’m opting out of the whole z scene all together those cars are just not reliable I had a 370z nismo with only 30000 miles mind u I drive semi trucks for a living and have been driving stick shift since I was 17 and it wasn’t long at all after I bought the car that second gear started to grind what good is a car is fit will take a shit on you just for driving it to make a long story short I managed to sell the nismo and buy me an r8 v10 manual gear box 8 months later and still going strong Nissan is a total let down from there 240sx to the 350/370/400z cars and even there too car the gtr has transmission problems I’m honestly never going back to Nissan

[@runningrich]

Trust me, I understand your frustration. But that R8 V10 with a gated shifter is my dream! Enjoy the beast brother.