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Redoing the front end of the 73....new ball joints, tierod ends, Tokico Blues, Eibach and Willwood brakes.

Oh man, this is perfect! I have one bolt holding the heat shield on that is rounded off, all the rest are out. Damn..

A mirror, long socket extensions, a wobbly socket attachment, and tape could all come in handy. Working on them is an acquired technique and can be very frustrating in the beginning. Make sure that all of your surfaces are clean and flat when you reassemble because the exhaust system is prone to leaking. Even new headers sometimes need some minor surface work. If you think that stud is about to break, stop and think hard before deciding to go ahead and snap it off. Heat, and PB Blaster and tricks might be better used early than late. The same problem is there with the thermostat housing bolts. They like to break too.

Looks great Chris - looking forward to seeing the finished beast.

As in @siteunseen cool. Thanks Cliff

yeah but don't you think it also looks kinda fussy, like too much effort was put into it? He cleaned up my rookie bodywork on the P/S inner fender where the radiator hose goes so that's good. The engine bay is so full that not much of it will be seen anyway. It's a couple of shades darker than the first Z with some green and blue undertones, wait til you see it in the sun, with the windows tinted 30% it will look like a sleek weapon ! It is a funny but most people either love it or hate it, I'm in the love camp.

Dave, I'd love to drive up and see you again, but three hours is a little too far. I think I'm going to have to amuse myself a little further south this time. So I've got a couple Z related events and meetings on the docket so far. Anyone else in the area want to show off their car, or tell me to my face that I'm a menace to the Z community?

The earlier video was Part VI.....Here's Part VII: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIYA-55SeZ0

There is a bandied-about myth that the ONLY header to have, the 'ultimate' is an equal-length version. This emanated (imho) from flat-out racing designs as these headers are designed/tuned to give the maximum hp possible at a very narrow and therefore specific engine rev range. None of us in our Zs run all the time at high revs and neither do we run at the same revs - what all of us need is to maximise low-down torque that we use for every gear-shift and the Race-Sport is better for that. But the milder (or even stock) the engine, the smaller the difference between the Street-Sport and Race-Sport....so little that it's not 'worth' paying the extra but the more you prepare your engine, the more relevant to fit the Race-Sport header because you'll better exploit that engine or, said another way - return the investment. Effectively the Race and Street-Sport will follow your current set-up....the 'wilder' you go, the more adapted will be the Race-Sport.

The modified backing plates are complete. I am happy with the results, they look factory. I believe having backing plates along with my MK63 caliper upgrade will enhance the overall upgrade.

Thanks Alan, All very helpful as per usual, since you use these brakes on all your cars I'm assuming you find the upgrade worthwhile over the stock twin piston calipers then? I once owned a set of the Toyota S12 and S12W calipers and found them absurdly heavy compared to the stock rotors and you could really feel the difference in the steering (with the additional weight). I drove someone else's car with them on before fitting them to my own car and after that decided to sell them (S12) and keep the stock calipers. I asked someone recently to weigh these and it turns out they are lighter than the standard calipers. http://www.jdmjunkies.ch/wordpress/2015-12-11/240z-the-super-rare-sumitomo-mk63-ex-works-brake-delivery/ If they are indeed lighter or the same weight as the stock Sumitomo calipers then it's a no brainer in my book to do the upgrade. I really didn't want to do a brake upgrade that would rule out fitting the standard Topy steel wheels or other period wheels. There would be nothing worse than getting a puncture, going to the boot to fit the spare wheel and then realising it won't fit over your nice shiny aftermarket brakes.

I agree with all that has been said above and wish you well with your sale. The car has a build date of 5/73. One of the most noticeable items in the photos to me was the carburetors. They are the earlier round top Hitachi version which, by this time in 240z evolution, should not be original equipment. I suspect that the flat top carbs were changed out, as is often the case with 73 Z cars, in favor of the "easier to maintain" earlier carbs. This could have been done at the dealership within the first few years of ownership. Regardless, it appears the conversion was done properly by those that did it. Additional photos of the underside of the car, close ups of the battery tray, rocker panels, floorpans and inner fenders would be helpful to discriminating potential buyers. (although, if given, the presentation likely will not yield any surprises) To me the documentation that goes with the car more than offsets the dip in value usually seen in 73 240Z prices versus the earlier cars and the perception that this color is the "least desirable". It is readily apparent that this car WAS loved very much by it's owner. The condition of the car is testament to his care. There are several additional minor details that would need to be corrected by a purist, but the car is a rare example of a truly "period correct" 240Z. This car certainly deserves a commitment by the new owner to match that shown by Mr. Fulkerson. I believe that this car could fetch a high #2 to low #1 condition value and will be the grist of much discussion if offered on www.bringatrailer.com Thanks for posting this topic and keep us updated as to the progress. It will be interesting to follow.

That's awful purdy, very nice condition, I think you will get top dollar for that car. The only thing that really stands out to my eye that needs fixing is the front grill, it seems to be bent forward or tilted farther forward at the top so the angle is wrong. Probably won't take much to straighten it. The car doesn't have that look of being tarted up for sale, it looks like real care has been taken. Brown was never a great colour but it is also kind of rare because of it. Good luck

My very first 240Z when at 16 years old was the same color. It had vinyl roof and was an automatic The car looks to be in very good order. Not the most desirable color, but the modifications are tastefully executed. I suggest looking at what comparable 240Zs sold for on Bring a Trailer, and base your selling price accordingly. http://bringatrailer.com/search/240z/ In fact, you may want to consider placing the car up for auction on BaT. It will get good exposure and the scrutiny from a knowledgeable community.