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And with the right coupons from their ad flyer, you'll get 20% off the regular price and your choice of either a seven function multi-meter or a free Flux Capacitor. Dennis

I received a most amazing and unique gift from my very good friend Keith today (aka Zed2 to this bunch). Its a pristine dealer badge from the dealer where I bought my Z back in '71. I have the badge that was attached to my car at the time of purchase - attached as with Philips head screws. This one is probably a later version after they abandoned the screws in favor of double-stick tape. As such, it looks a bit like automotive jewelry unmarred by unsightly holes. Thanks Keith, you made this a very special day!

well since I want to make day trips with the Z (300+ at 70mph is about all I am good for) I needed to know how well the car handled extended high speed. Not wanting to find out in BFNW I got out on a few local toll roads that ringed O town, and kept it pretty much at 70-80 for about 90 miles. Happy to report that the temp just got to about 180 (85f AC on) and sat there, oil pressure stayed about 4/5 full. Had the lights on as well. Checked the oil and water level after I got home (and let it cool some) all looked good. Even stopped for gas at about the 1/2 point and was able to restart with no issues after filling up (no hot start problems). I did open the hood and check the oil while at the gas station so I guess that is cheating on the hot start. I hope that if I can go 90miles the next trip of 140 miles on the Tpike will be uneventful...

I will check the calendar and see what things look like. I have family near Columbus GA so could get there (400 miles) then just drive the 60 or so to Atlanta.

If you still need more oil pan clearance, you could always go Dry Sump. Yes I'm an evil person....

So this morning I woke up determined to find the bolt I'd misplaced, and in doing so, I'd hopefully find some answers to my idle issues. I believe I found both. For starters, here's the vacuum line to the power brake booster, once again blocked off as it was when I purchased the car. (I found the bolt) With crossed fingers, I then went into the car and turned the key to the now hopefully better idling car. This is what resulted. It's idling pretty good now, nowhere near the 500rpms I was getting before, and most importantly, the car did not shut off, nor did I hear a vacuum leak after turning the car off. I think it's pretty safe to say that I'll need to look into replacing or fixing my power brake booster. Thanks to everyone for your suggestions, knowledge, and for my restored idle. Next time I post it will hopefully be about a steady idle without the need of the bolt, and rather, one that's due to a well functioning brake booster. Thank you, -Oscar

Took it to the Japanese Classic Car Show in Long Beach last weekend. She did good.....

I picked this little guy up on a recent business trip. He was sitting in a shop in Oslo, Norway and I figured he would be a cool addition to my desk. Apparently trolls are famous in Norwegian culture.... and the Internet.

It requires the Samsung Note 7 and the thermonuclear battery pack incendiary device...

Beautiful Z, but the Woody Staub Z is my favorite. Absolutely beautiful!

Me and my first Z. Picture of a picture of a time long gone: I should show this to my kids to prove that despite what they think, I really was cool at one time

How can that happen. I mean how can the Z speciality stores sell poor fitting kits- just amazing to me. Sorry for the news , but you are making fast progress . Fall is upon us and great driving weather!! Sent from my iPhone using Classic Zcar Club

That's some nice shop clothes there, jacket and cuff links.