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I was sanding the contact of the high beam switch today and I am such an arse. I dropped the metal piece that goes in the white clicker part. I am so mad, I cant find it in the garage. Anyone know if it is even possible to get one of these? Or does anyone have one? I am so screwed. A replacement switch is like $700.
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I thought that there was a forum for this though did not see it nor could I find a related thread so I'm starting one. I recently saw an S30 Z car on Miami Vice season 3 episode 11 about 30-33 minutes in (on the TV version with commercials, a DVD version it will be earlier that this of course). In this video it is about 27-28 minutes in: https://www.nbc.com/classic-tv/miami-vice/video/forgive-us-our-debts/n30591
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Had zero compression on the rearmost cylinder. Could hear air escaping through the exhaust port. Removed the cylinder head to will be taking it to the machine should for a valve job. While I’ve got the engine open like this, is there anything that would be prudent to do or check? Also the machine shop asked me to deliver the cylinder head with the cam installed. Is that typical? Here’s a couple pics of what I’m seeing…
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My wife"s father gave her A 71z some years ago, I kind of inherited it when we married. Decided to give a try at restoring it somewhat. my question is, I removed the engine and all indication are that it is a 280z or zx motor. could someone tell me what I have? Its a N42 block with a N42 head. This car has not run in probably 25 to 30 years been in a garage.
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Does anyone know if Nissan Canada use a window sticker like these on the 69-70 cars? Maybe even earlier on a 510. From what I read it was a US law to have them, but not sure about in Canada. @zKars @grannyknot @Namerow @CanTechZ
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I did a bunch of searches but I am still unsure how to test the system properly. My fuel gauge is not moving. It had previously worked. So I have a few questions: 1- How can I test the gauge on the bench to make sure it is not an issue with gauge itself? 3-When the wires are disconnected from the fuel sender is there a way to test and see if the gauge moves? 2-Anything else I should know? I attached the two pictures, the wires at the sender and the gauge Thanks in advance for your help.
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I have an issue where I can not get my low beams to work. When I turn the switch to the little dot the parking lights come on. When I turn the switch to the big dot then nothing happens. With the switch in this mode if I turn on the high beams they work. High beams off, no lights. I do not know where/how to start troubleshooting.
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Hello all, I am going to document my build. Basically I have a garage kept series 1 240z. That hasn't driven since 1986, it needed brakes which she couldn't afford so it has sat since. It was resprayed in the 80s as well. Some bad overspray but overall it's a very rust free car. I actually found it in my neighbors garage. My goal is to drive it and enjoy it, but it needs some TLC. First and foremost I got it running, and that is when I made the decision to keep it and I have fallen in love. I will keep it mostly original, minus some brakes upgrades, wheels and BC coilovers. Maybe someday have a built motor for it, but not for now. Every…
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Guys, i am hitting another issue. The ZCarDepot do not have the retainer for the hatch lock cylinder. It is a bit thicker than the door ones. Is there some other source or alternate product? They do have a 240z door lock retainer which seems a bit thicker but I have not tried it. Appreciate some help ...
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Guys, What is the feedback and fit for this product on the 77 280z. Would really appreciate? https://vintagedashes.com/products/datsun-280z-reproduction-dash Also delivery and order placement ...
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I have noticed that the front end gets flighty when I'm up around 80 +, depending somewhat on the roadway, but definitely a touch hair-raising. Original air guides/ valance are present behind Xenon spoiler. I have new Eibach lowering springs, all new struts, all new suspension bushings (all poly except the rear caster rod bushings),, etc., front and rear. Wheels are 15" W/ Hena Forceum tires (forgot profile, I'll edit later) Anyone have similar experience?
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Recently, while disassembling a early 240z door, and noticed a tab welded on the bottom of the interior door, near the handle but inside the door, a Metal, plastic flexible tab that is used throughout our cars to maintain wiring. I”ve looked at vin 740, and 800 something, and tab is not present. Curious to those with one of the “first 550 cars in 69” who happen to have their door panel off to peak in and see if same tab is there…. Assuming it was for holding the aborted door light wiring? If this has previously been discussed in past 30 years please direct me to the conversation…. How far down the production line was this present? Picture attached
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