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These are old classic cars and look better with some sidewall versus really low profile tires. Just my opinion...

You might want to try to figure out why those wires got so charred before you cover things up. If they're in the vicinity of the driver-side headlamp connector, you've probably got issues with the three-wire connector on the headlamp pigtail. Or maybe a PO tried to install aftermarket fog or driving lights and made a mess of it (as in, short circuit). If the region of the harness that needs re-covering is relatively 'fat' (say, 1/4" diameter or more), the correct way to do the job will be by using loom tape ('wiring loom'). It's just like electrical tape but has no adhesive. Buy a roll that's about 3/4" width. It's inexpensive. Takes a bit of practice to learn how to apply it. There are a few on-line articles explaining the technique (try an MG or old Ford club website). Just don't use electrical tape.. It turns into a gooey mess after it's been exposed to engine compartment heat for a while. Nissan used thin, flexible black 'plastic' sheathing as the covering at the end of some of the skinny branches of the engine wiring harness. That sheathing turns rock hard with age and usually significant amounts have cracked and split away. Replacement sheathing is available in three or four different diameters from one of the specialty wiring connector suppliers (Vintage Connections or Eastern Beaver... can't remember which one). If you're not concerned about restoring the harness to OE specs, there are a variety of more modern wire sheathing solutions available.

Makes engine pulls seem like child’s play... See you all in a month or so!

If you can't find a replacement, the mounts can be repaired relatively easily. Most of mine had been broken off as well. I found some pens at my office that were approximately the same size as the mounts, then glued them in place and reinforced with some fiberglass. A bit fiddly, but worked really well.

Well the wilwood 1" MC fits and the stock air cleaner can barely I mean barely can come on and off. You have to move the the bleeders to the other sides. I also set the pushrod around 8mm longer then stock, I ended up measuring the depth of stock and going off of that, this is because the wilwood is deeper. Now I just need to bend new lines and it should be ready. I got the unit off of california datsun, came setup for the z with fittings and drilled out.

Thanks! The even more amazing thing is that it's 47+ year old paint, bumpers, rubber, etc. She is spoiled and is typically kept in hibernation.

I had the 16 inch Panasport rims on my gold 70 for a short while. Eventually transferred them over to my Yellow Z. This is what the wheels looked like on the gold car. I am pretty sure the tires are 205/60 - 16's

Just keep your 240Z in the box it came in and it will be fine.

I think the wheel in question was made by Izumi, the same manufacturer as the stock steering wheels in many Nissans, including the S30-series Zs. Izumi manufactured their own line of steering wheels to sell as aftermarket accessories. As well as the wood composite wheels used on the early Zs, they made real Leather and Leather-look steering wheels. The Leather-look versions featured moulded-in stitch details to make them look more like hand sewn leather. Izumi used this method on the Nissan Sports Option 'Datsun Compe' steering wheels. OP, I think your wheel is the one on the right here:

Found all the belts and got them installed along with my radiator and hoses! She might someday run again. Also found out my AC idler pulley was seized, but luckily someone on a site had found a napa part #38038 that matches perfect, either then pressing a bearing out, plus the pulley was cast iron and heavy and rusted.

This might help you identify your 5 speed. Looks like a wide ratio from a 280Z or a 280ZX 2+2 most probably.

Lol, think it over Greg! Make a list of things you're looking for and we'll see if we have them. Maybe you can come up one weekend and get something. You're really close by. Probably about an hour away. Check with your club friends and see if anyone is looking for something. Just let me know if you want to come up. Thanks for looking Greg!

I see a lot more opportunity in that collection than I see depression. I could spend a day looking and letting my mind fantasize about the possibilities. Oh I wish I were in the land of cotton, Old times there are not forgotten. Look away, Look away, Look away DixZie Land.