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Hi everyone, We’ve introduced an updated user group hierarchy here at The Classic Zcar Club. This change helps us: Keep the forum safe from spam and scams Protect our technical downloads and resources Recognize the members who actively contribute to the community Below is a quick breakdown of how the new system works. 👀 GuestVisitors who are browsing the forum without creating an account. Permissions • Read-only access to public areas • Cannot post, message, or download files These are typically casual visitors, search engine traffic, or the occasional internet bot wandering through the garage. 🆕 New MemberMembers who have recently joined and completed email verification. New Members can participate in the forum normally, but a few temporary limits are in place until they reach 10 posts in public forums. Temporary Restrictions • Private messaging disabled • Downloads limited to 1 per day • Minor account limits in certain areas These safeguards help us prevent private message scams, spam accounts, and automated downloading of community resources. Once a member reaches 10 posts, they automatically move up to the next level. 🧰 Community MemberMembers who have made 10 or more posts and are actively participating in the club. At this stage, all normal forum features are unlocked, including: • Private messaging • Full download access • Normal forum participation across the site This level represents members who are actively engaging with the Classic Z community. ⭐ Supporting MemberSupporting Members are Community Members who have chosen to support the club through a subscription. These members help keep the forum running and receive: • Highlighted username recognition • Access to potential extra perks and benefits • The appreciation of the entire community for supporting the site You can learn more in the Subscriptions section of the forum. 🙏 Thank YouThe Classic Zcar Club has always been about sharing knowledge, helping each other, and keeping these amazing cars on the road. Thank you to everyone who contributes, supports the club, and keeps the community thriving. Spring driving season is almost here… time to get those Z’s out of the garage. See you on the forums! — Mike 🚗

Hi all, wanted to let everyone know that our events calendar is now back online. It took me some serious debugging and problem solving, but it's back online! Thanks for your patience as I weeded through the code. You can find it on the top menu. Mike

I was preparing to remove the harmonic balancer to replace the front oil seal. Although the engine was wet with oil, I took a look at the area around the HB and noticed it was dirty, but dry. I then rag-checked the area behind the HB and confirmed it was dry - not leaking. I cleaned the engine and ran it for 10 minutes. I noticed the engine was wet in the vicinity of the oil pump and alternator bracket. The pooling seemed to be most significant under/near where the alternator mount bolts to the engine block. I removed the alternator and the bracket and cleaned up the area with a rag. Just to be sure it wasn't the oil pump I put a torque wrench on the four bolts and checked them at 13 ft/lbs (the spec is 11 to 15). I got a click on all of them. The timing cover was a different story. I started checking the bolts that weren't suspected of leaking and found they could all use about a 1/4 turn. The one just above the wet zone took a full two turns. The one just below took almost a full turn. It would appear that the significant oil leak was the result of two loose bolts on the timing cover. That was a heck of a lot easier then replacing a front seal.

Exciting News: Welcome to the Next Chapter of The Classic Zcar Community! Greetings, Z enthusiasts! I’m thrilled to introduce you to the refreshed and revitalized Classic Zcar Community—the next evolution of the space we’ve all cherished for the past 30 years. While we may have a new name, our mission remains the same: to bring together passionate Z-car owners, restorers, and fans from around the world. This update isn’t just about a fresh look—it’s about embracing new technology while preserving everything that has made this community special. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or are just joining us, you’ll find all the resources, discussions, and camaraderie that have made this community a staple for classic Z fans. There are countless new features and enhancements, far too many to list in a single announcement, so I invite you to explore and experience them over the coming weeks. We’ll continue to fine-tune and make improvements, but everything is up and running smoothly. I encourage you to dive in, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and keep sharing your knowledge, experiences, and Z passion. This community is what we make it—so let’s keep the Z content flowing! Welcome to the new Classic Zcar Community! See you in the forums, Mike

Just wanted to share some photos of my Z over the years... This photo is just after I bought and rebuilt the engine. I drove it around through college. At the time, I purchased the car from a family friend who was storing the car in his garage. Purchased for $500 with a frozen engine block, bad head gasket, and seized brakes. After a few years, and the first split with my ex, I decided to 'man-up' and start taking the car apart. I spent the next several years sand blasting, with a gravity feed blaster, and disassembled the entire car. I then took her to a body shop of a guy in Corvallis, Oregon. he did the unibody work and painted the inside. The drive-train and brakes were installed so I could push it around in the garage. Soon thereafter, I re-united with my ex and we moved to a place in Albany, Oregon where I managed to get some more work done and the car painted. My Z then sat in this state for 4-5 years, neglected in the garage while I went through some even more challenging "life" situations (new house, final divorce, etc, etc) At one point, I ran into Steve Epperly from Ztherapy at a club outing. After hearing my story, he brought about 6 guys to my house and proceeded to take my car to his shop for restoration. This process took about a year. Until finally one day, he called me over and said, "Your car is running, do you want to see it?" We fumbled around with the car for another few months until Steve went to the Portland Roadster show and showed off the project for all to see. I then took delivery of my baby and drove her around to various different events and functions. I must say, without the support and encouragement of the Z community, this project never would have happened. Our cars may follow us through a lifetime, but, its always rewarding to sit back and appreciate the accomplishments. Sometimes I just go sit in my Z and stare at all the wonderful parts surrounding me. Thank you to everyone for all the support over the years, I wouldn't be here without you. Mike