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Just venting and asking also. So I get my car back together-finally and drive around-nice! BUT, I realize that I still have issues-and more. I had replaced my head gasket and at the same time changed the valve timing-advanced it closer to the advertised number. Didn't feel much different driving, and in fact my car has never felt as strong as when I first rebuilt the motor about 7500 miles ago. The good is that the Subaru diff I put in is quiet and I have had no issues with it. The 3.90 gearing has made the car feel peppy and I can notice the handling difference of the LSD. The diff did NOT cure my high speed vibration-so more work there. So after driving around for a wh…
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So I'm now the proud owner of a 1970 240z. Previous owner had been working on it for a while, body has no rust, One spot of bondo, all primerd black. Brakes and steering have been gone through. She's a project, and needs some love, but its a starting point, and I could not be happier. I'm lucky enough to have access to a full auto shop, with anything I could ever want for working on it. But with this, come a few questions.. Ordered a bushing kit, seat belts, and some weather stripping. All going to be installed sooner or later (sooner more than likely) The car came with 16'' konig rims. Look real nice, and such, but under hard cornering, the fender touches the ti…
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Nissan Fairlady Z432 Toyota 2000gt Mazda Cosmo Honda S800 Just got my copy of Automobile magazine and read this article. I found the online article. Awesome cars with different approaches with their engines. The Mazda with the rotary, the Honda with the one carburetor per cylinder and the awesome Fairlady and 2000gt. http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/driven/1203_at_the_dawn_of_the_rising_sun/index.html
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I hope someone here can help me. I am almost certain I saw a thread on making one's own fuel line insulators. I can not relocate that thread. If someone knows of that thread if you could direct me in that direction I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance. Newtonhubcap!
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With so many posts about cars listed on Ebay this one popped up this evening and thought it was deserving of a post here. For the work that has been done, the color combo, and options I think the BIN of $13K is very fair. If someone got this for $11K - $12K they would be getting a deal! Check it out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Fully-Restored-Blue-280Z-/220952783382?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item3371cfea16
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-Z-Series-280Z-1977-DATSUN-280Z-FULLY-RESTORED-LIKE-JEWELRY-/250948443251?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item3a6db15c73
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Like so many other Z owners the locks in my ’77 280Z had reached a point where they no longer functioned. After some searching I came across the thread below. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?40683-Door-Lock-repair-for-S30-s This write up is for the second method shown in the thread by member DBCJMC. I successfully used this method to repair my driver side lock. Wanting to expand on what is involved in making this type of repair I have provided the following instructions below on repairing my passenger side lock. *Disclaimer: I am not an auto repair professional, I am not ASE certified, and do not take any responsibility for any damage incurred …
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Hey guys, I'm selling what I believe are 1975 280z bumpers on my late 1974 260z. Maybe they were stock, maybe someone swapped them in, regardless, the back is in good condition with only minor surface rust in it (see pics). The front bumper has the same surface rust, but also has a dent on it and needs to be horizontally realigned when placed on your car. From what I gather, this particular style is rare and only made for 1-2 years (correct me if I'm wrong, pls!). Here's a wiki article that says the same thing (but I wouldn't vouch for it!) Asking $300 for the bumpers without brackets or $350 for everything altogether. Willing to negotiate a bit. Parts are locate…
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Just wondering how many guys on here have been to a Z Dayz event? I'm considering going (FYI 17-20 May) and would like any info on a good place to stay (well lit parking lot with decent security). Do many S30s show up, or is it aimed more at 300-370s? Thanks in advance.
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Did any of you catch the episode of Archer tonight? Some cool old Japanese cars, including a Z-which ended up over a cliff. Fortunately it's an animated show.
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I bout some door rubber from them and they didnt allow the door to close, big waste of time and money. Now I need some other rubber parts, was thinking of ordering from them as they have the best prices. Any one have an opinion on the quality of the weatherstrip from them? Thanks, W
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Original owner Z with its original documents, orig. spare, no rust, untouched with exception of one repaint. Not many of these out there, are there? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_trksid=p5197.c0.m619&item=330681188223&viewitem=&category=6187
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