i got a 81 280zx nt. under hard acceleration it smells like somethings burning under the hood. ive checked a few times but i am not entirely certain of what it is. also i was caught in the rain recently and it squealed under hard acceleration...so therefore im thinking its my fan belt...

not really sure what this could be, what do u think?

thanks for your help guys!!!

 

have you poped the hood yet?


pop it and see if the belts loose...

 

Yeah it sounds like one of the three belts in there, could be out of line or could be loose and jumping off track

 

i have popped the hood on several occasions to check it out...cant really find it though. i checked all belt tensions, seems good. its really snug. however the edges are "glossy" like its been slipping. so i dont really know. i think ill just replace the belts in the front. and leave the timing belt alone.

anyways, thanks for your help guys.
every response helps.

 

The 3 V-belts in front can easily be replaced. The 280ZX has no timing belt. it is a timing chain under the front cover of the engine. It never slips.

 

Gas leak??

 

Did someone say "burninating" ?



TROGDOR!!!!

 

you sir.

get my official seal of win.

 

never hurts




[thats seriously the look I gave when I read that]

when your at the parts store, get a chiltons or hains manual for your car.
then read it from cover to cover like a book. Best $20 you can spend on your car.

Hopefully this gets you started on getting to know your car very well.
Iv been at this for a bit and have gone far past general maintenance but I still have my first tattered, greasy chiltons manual and a copy of the FSM.

They are never not useful.




for those that are not willing (or able) to learn and get their hands good and dirty they need to either:

A: sell there car
or
B: get deep pockets

 

i am willing to learn, and i do think i am capable.
but right now im currently at the bottom of knowelgeable car mechanics.
i am planning on ordering me a copy of that manual within a week.
but thanks for your help guys!! it really helps me.

 

hahaha,..thats awesome. i like the drawing.

 

Excellent, then your set. An L motor is easy to work on, if your willing to learn then your able

you can also download your Factory Service Manual here > (FSM)

 

The Datsun 280ZX 83 2+2 was the first thing i ever turned a wrench on. factory it was a 83 2+2 auto with a 3:54 and 364K miles. Now it's a 83 2+2 with a nice sound system replaced the back seat, 5 speed and a 3:90. 402K miles. and still runs like a champ. best fckin car EVER!

 

i must ask what kind of burning, it could be tire smoke? lol or is it more electrical, or is it exhaust fumes coming thru rust holes, or something

 

Lol. Go Strongbad (Homestarrunner, its a site...A HILLARIOUS ONE!)

--Ryan

 

i think the belts are loose, im going to work on it today, and move my alternator so it will tighten. hopefully it works, if not ill just put everything back to where it was.