Help Me !!
This is the emergency HELP ME forum for those of you that are having troubles with your Z-Car and need immediate help.
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Hey guys. so I bought my z a couple years ago and it didn’t have anything audio related installed. Every time I drive the z I just bring a Bluetooth speaker in te car with me lol but I’ve had some extra time on my hands and I’m installing the retro sound stereo. Everything is going pretty well, only thing is that I don’t like some of the popular speaker locations (the kick panels or the big box in the trunk). I want to see if I can use the OEM speaker locations. Ok so this is where I’m stuck. I’m aware that these Z’s only came with one speaker back then. On the drivers side rear behind that plastic panel, I see I have a speaker mount bracket there. Dude is there any …
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I have put together a cheat sheet for all to you. Use this sheet when you need to understand when someone abbreviates a phase and you do not know what it stands for. Now my no means is this list complete. If you knwo of additional items let me know and I will update the list and replublish it for all.. If you would like this sent to you please email me with your request and what format you would like it in. Datsun FAQ Acronym Page DRCV distributor retard control valve A/C air conditioning A/F air/fuel ratio A/T automatic transmission or transaxle ABS antilock brake system AC air cleaner AC alternating current AERA Automotive Engine Rebuilders Assn. AFM air flow meter AIR …
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I went digging through my parts over the weekend and could not find what I was looking for. If anyone has a clutch fork like the top one in this picture please let me know.
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Hey guys, I noticed what I assume is oil leaking from my spark plug sockets. What does that mean? Should I be concerned? I’ve attached a couple photos. As always, any help is greatly appreciated.
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Hey I recently got 1980 280zx from my dad and one of the first things I noticed is that I was getting really bad gas mileage (10 mpg). So I did all the normal things to try and remedy the problem such as: new air filter, new fuel filter, new spark plugs and wires, checked the cap and rotor, adjusted the ignition timing, tuned the valves. And for some reason I'm still getting 10 miles to the gallon. I also checked my spark plugs again recently, and they are very black. I believe that means the engine is running rich. Does anyone have any ideas of why my car could be running so rich and getting bad gas mileage? Or a way to test? Thanks you so much!!
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Hi fellow Z lovers, I recently bought a ‘71 and am using it as a daily driver. The car is generally in pretty good condition and runs well for the most part but sputters/jerks/misfires(?) while going uphill. This usually happens while within 10% of 65 MPH/3500 RPM. So far it hasn’t completely died yet but it doesn’t feel, sound, or look good when it happens. I’m worried about it. The car has a rebuilt, non-original L24 with about 45k post re-build. What should I be looking out for?
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Hi, Is there a tool I can use to remove the ring from a 1978 280Z Fuel Tank Sending Unit ? Let me know. Thanks, Guy
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Has anyone ever had this happen and if so how did you fix it? I’m afraid heating it will cause it to crack once pressure is applied to straighten it out. It’s only off by about 1/8-1/4”. And it came off a running car.
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Hi all, new to the forum so hopefully I am posting in the correct location but hoping someone can help with a transmission issue. I am nearing the end of a complete teardown and rebuild of my 5/71 240Z with the Monkey motion F4W71A trans. Finally got the car mostly back together and running, but I am getting an awful clunking sound from what sounds like the transmission that only happens in 3rd gear. 1st, 2nd and 4th all seem relatively quiet, I have maybe noticed a slight noise in reverse. Maybe not surprising considering the car has been sitting for the better part of 15 years prior to the rebuild. Anyway, I do not notice any grinding or trouble shifting for any of the …
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I am in need of the fasteners for the rubber bushing retainers for the brake, fuel, and clutch lines. Does anyone have or know of someone who might have a set. Are they still available? Thanks in advance for your consideration.
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I just replaced the starter motor in my '76 280z. The original symptom was that the starter would spin fast but not engage the flywheel. The ring gear has some wear on the teeth edges but no broken teeth. The new starter does the same. I pulled the plugs and put a hand switch on the solenoid. When I trigger the solenoid the motor will turn the engine a little bit and then the starter motor will spin but not rotate the crankshaft. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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My taillights worked fine until now. The other day I took it out for a spin the right side lights stopped working. I blew both fuses that have to do with brake lights and taillights, replaced and they did not blow. Another bit of info the bottom taillights do not come on, only the brake lights, not sure if the bottoms are for turn signals or emergency lights didn’t check but if someone could explain that would be nice. My issue goes like this: Light off- hit brakes - left brake light comes on- right brake light doesn’t. Lights on- left brake light on -right brake light on- hit brakes- left brake light gets brighter- right brake does not. Thank you. Sent from …
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