Keyser

Nice one on finding that

I would be behing you 100% if the OP hadn't posted - This implies its fine until you apply the brakes - release the bleed nipple and therefore the pressure and the brake releases.

Congrats on the purchase .. enjoy

When we were bleeding the calipers the fluid was coming out and releasing the caliper off the disk, i will try releasing the nipple whilst the engine is running tomorrow see if it does flow out. I think the pressure is keeping there keeping the pads pressed on but its not releasing the caliper, do you know how the fluid releases the caliper from the disk ? If i knew this i could trace it down and see what the problem is We seem to be thinking the same thing - I don't think the ABS is allowing the pressure to be released after you apply it. i.e you put your foot on the brake the caliper grips the disk you remove you foot the caliper is still locked on. If you start with the driver's side front wheel and see if it is locked - assuming it is you can trace the brake pipe it comes through the inner wing into the engine bay then into the area near the brake master cylinder. From there it will go to the ABS if IIRC the ABS then has 2 pipes to the master cylinder there are no valves in that brake line before you get back to the ABS. With the car off and the brakes locked loosen the bleed nipple - brake should release. If you then press the pedal fluid should literally pour out - I believe it will (tighten the nipple before releasing the brake pedal) - possibly read that as here is an egg now suck Now the wheel should turn freely press the brake and the wheel should lock release the brake and ........................... see what happens (tell us) If the wheel unlocks then start the car and press the pedal it should lock and I'm guessing at this point will stay locked due to the ABS being the fault ...... if I'm even close, if it does lock I have a couple of ideas of what I would try after that. As someone stated above the servo could also be pulling away when not wanted pull the pipe from the servo off the plenum and block the hole on the plenum side before starting the car to remove the vacuum in that pipe. Disclaimer - I'm not a qualified mechanic and only trying to help feel free to totally ignore me

So if I'm reading this right, with the ignition OFF, once the pressure is released at the bleed nipples, wheels rotate freely, still with the ignition off, you pump the pedal and still all is o.k, wheels move? Next step, ignition on, engine off....... ,wheels move? ABS fault Next step, ignition on, engine on......wheels move? ABS or Servo fault. I know it's frustrating, but I don't think you have done any serious damage, just think the system needs pressure bleeding. As a long shot you could try pulling the ABS fuse or disconnecting the feed to the ABS pump and see if that works? you cant powerbleed the system on the 350z as far as I'm aware.. Running the risk of being shot down in flames or eaten by Neil - You can't power bleed the clutch I think you can power bleed the brakes (I hope so I have )

Hmm perplexing this one for sure Where I would go if you haven't given up or petrol bombed the car When you and your dad were bleeding the brakes was fluid freely flowing on each down stroke of the brake Pedal? I assume not???? I think your ABS control has a valve jammed or an air lock. Also if you loosen the bleed nipples on the calipers (engine running) does the fluid keep coming out under pressure without the brake pedal pressed?

Of course Butster (lung) will be involved I'm sure you've heard it before on the forum - I'm in IT But it's indoor work with no heavy lifing

Thanks mate where did you find 3 hours to spare No we sort of do Busters car as we go - every time I unbolt something he bolts it onto the Ginger Ninja However waiting in the wings for the day I finish this project (if ever) we have my better half's 350z - originally acquired as spares but now adopted by her! also I have a project for "other cars" if anyone wants me to post up on it

and of course congrats along

Now the good lady Mrs Keyser does love a good puzzle so after the daily chores - mowing the lawn sorting the drive and a nice healthy fry up for brunch I set her the challenge of reassembling the door mirrors She had a great guide by way of a load of pics taken when I took them apart and away she went I did a bit of soldering with some heat shrink on the wire we cut as they do not have a connector on them all clean and just the mirror glass to go Then to the car (tempted to say Robin here???) They still fold in and both still go up down left and right so think she did a spot on job While I had the kit out and after much rummaging around to find the parts I also knocked up a little something for someone ... you know who you are and they all tested working - I'll post them tomorrow That's all folks .......................

Congrats mate Not seen that shade of blue before You can come back in chat now your an owner

Be afraid be very afraid!!

Runs and hides

Looking good Err did the altitude damage your vision this little gem is not green ???!!!!

looks like fun

Did mine sandblasted rust removed repair new bolts - they snap when you try and take it off primer Can only find this pic with paint

Are we watching the same clip ????? I just watched it and I saw no acting at any point and no effects that could really be called "special"

I'm afraid I have to say +1 to that