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Aha, the Canadian winter. I have about 24hrs to winter prep my z, for at least the next 10 months. It will be staying in this garage at least until I graduate. At least a year and a half. So here's my problem: As a busy student I get no time (or $) for my z anymore. It's stored a 5hr drive away from where I attend school, and if I see it, it means camping in the garage with her. I'm currently about 5km down the street, using the internet There is no antifreeze in the coolant system right now. Recent $5k engine rebuild. Winter is coming. I am leaving her. I've (of course) researched a little before coming out here, and plan on: Pouring oil in the spark plug…
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Hello All, went and got a laser alignment the other day on my 73 240z got my car back and since they need to suppress the brakes, the fuse over heated and melted a hole in the fuse area on the hot side, I took off the rear panel to look at the brake lights which were all just replaced on the right(passeneger) light are notes jotted on housing looking to be good grng bad ground my question is do each of the brake lights have there own ground? would tying into ground and regrounding to frame help? would grounding the fuse panel more help? I didnt have this problem till after I had the alignment or maybe I did but it revealed itself after that I have another perect fuse pa…
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Hey I just discovered today that my coolant reservoir tank fell off its little hanger thing and ended up getting a huge hole melted into it...I have a few questions about what to do next... 1) I've tried looking around for another one but I can't seem to find one...is there a specific name for this part that I'm supposed to look up to find it? 2) I think I may have found something suitable, (http://www.zcarsource.com/content/p/9/pid/54932/catid/7691_8764/Coolant_Recovery_Bottle_75_78_used) but it's $95...is it supposed to be that expensive?
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my headlights dont turn on and i dont know why
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hello i know that there are so many "rough starts" or "doesn't start" posts here, i read most but there are so many suggestions that i don't know where to start here's what happens: (1973 datsun 240z, manual transmission, bone stock) i try to start the car, and i hear click, i can hear the fuel pump going, but when i go to crank it, it just clicks, so i try again and now i'll hear it cranking but not turning over, i try it again with the choke open and still nothing, i try over and over, sometimes i just get a click, other times it sounds like its so close to starting, i try different ways in starting it, in neutral, in gear, holding on the clutch, no clutch and just turn…
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I'm new to this forum so I hope this is the correct area to post this question. I just purchased a 1978 280Z with extensive engine, drive-train and suspension modifications. I need to find a shop in the Chicago area (north burbs preferably) that is experienced with this type of car and performs quality work. I prefer small specialized shops over large assembly line type operations, but I'm open to all suggestions. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Hello all Earlier today I drove my Z up to the school for a meeting. (~2miles). As I sit at the light I see a distinct trail of grayish smoke coming from my exhaust. I've had this before, but now it seems to be a bit more prevalent. When I rev the engine the smoke disipates but will return a few seconds later at idle. When I returned home I took a close look at everything in the engine bay with the car off/on. The coolant level is at the "full" mark. The oil is right on the money on the H mark. All fluids are where they should be. I restarted the car and examined to exhaust. It smells (I put my hand in it for a moment or two) like regular car exhaust. Does not smell like…
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I need my horn working in order to get trough inspection wich is in this week. Connectors in front are ok and horns itself are also in mint condition. They worked few months ago but now nothing. Could the problem be in the steering wheel wires? I've recently changed new ignition key but i put all the wires back as they were. What particular wire is for the horn? also horn cap is brand new so that can be overruled. Cheerz
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Searched the treads and didn't come up with anything too promising, so I hope I'm not asking something that's been covered a lot. Anyhow, parked my fairly stock '73 in the garage about 3 months ago - it had been running fine. Like an idiot, I was didn't disconnect the battery cables and the battery went dead. Went to get her running and charged up the battery plenty, but she just cranks; doesn't try to start at all. I'm thinking maybe the ignition coil is shot? Does anyone have any suggestions of what else I might consider, particularly things that would be a no-brainer? Thanks -
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Trying to bring a 79 back to life. Had to re attach the fusible link wires. Now when I hit the starter the condenser wire smokes and also the ignition power jumper wire in the fusible link.
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Just bought a 1988 300. Day after I brought it home none of the gauges work. No speedometer,odometer not even the trip meter will work! Any ideas?
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Hey guys I've been on here before but I finaly have some cash and some time to work on my 78 280Z! Only thing is I need some help. I've bought the repair manual and I'm ready to roll my sleeves up and take a good look at this car and I could really use some help! I'll be honest this is going to be a learning experience for me as the most I've ever done to a car is change an oil filter and maybe some brake pads here and there. I need someone who knows Z's to help me appraise the damages. Give me an idea of what kind of repairs I'm going to need to do to get it running as a daily driver. It starts up fine, doesn't sound to bad to me, but idles a little low. I think I ju…
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