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Agreed. Here are my first impressions of the various sketches, or rather, what vehicles I think inspired the particular sketch. Obviously, not complete, some sketches seem a natural progression of the line, but others seem to "borrow" certain cues from other marques. Not that that isn't normal.

That's just wrong! So very, very wrong!

And when it's done, take some beer and chips, just make sure it's done first.

That is a great find-should be some fun reading-the shots look great, and the "future" designs still look good, I wish Nissan had found an old copy of that when they were thinking about the 350, imagine the possibilities!

Best get on that spraying fuel problem. Head on over to the parts store and get some fuel hosing that is made specifically for Fuel Injected engines. While I'm sure you already know this, from time to time the people behind the parts counter don't think about it, and just get whatever hose they have lying around-So be sure to double check that it is made for FI systems-it will say it (or should) on the hose. If you don't you will be dealing with ruptured lines and more spraying gas in no time. Another thing to get while you are there are all new fuel clamps Don't be cheap and 1. reuse your old ones, or 2. use pipe fitting screw type clamps from WallyWorld. Have fun playing with gas.

e_racer-you type too fast.

I believe this is the place you are looking for- http://www.cibie.com/ or pehaps from talbots http://www.talbotco.com/e-code_lamps.htm Though I didn't see any out of the ordinary lights.

Excellent job, Mohamed! At least you can drive around without worrying about cooking the motor, and you still have time to search for the larger fan-or figure out how to keep both fans on all the time.

If your boss has some 15 vehicles to sell, please note what they are-maybe someone here would like to find a deal, or just some parts. Regarding the 300zx-Iv'e seen some that were kept really well, and while showing age, they are still attractive; however, I have also seen some that were beaten to hell. Take your time looking it over, and don't let emotion or unguarded optimism take control of your wallet.

I would guess it was the combination of all the parts, though for the life of me, I don't know why someone wouldn't just go and have their tumblers fiddled with (for lack of a better word). Sure, having all your locks redone would cost, but it should be cheaper than 400 bucks.

I think someone watched Spinal Tap one too many times. For those that don't know what I'm talking about, here is the exchange about amps: Nigel Tufnel: The numbers all go to eleven. Look, right across the board, eleven, eleven, eleven and... Marty DiBergi: Oh, I see. And most amps go up to ten? Nigel Tufnel: Exactly. Marty DiBergi: Does that mean it's louder? Is it any louder? Nigel Tufnel: Well, it's one louder, isn't it? It's not ten. You see, most blokes, you know, will be playing at ten. You're on ten here, all the way up, all the way up, all the way up, you're on ten on your guitar. Where can you go from there? Where? Marty DiBergi: I don't know. Nigel Tufnel: Nowhere. Exactly. What we do is, if we need that extra push over the cliff, you know what we do? Marty DiBergi: Put it up to eleven. Nigel Tufnel: Eleven. Exactly. One louder. Marty DiBergi: Why don't you just make ten louder and make ten be the top number and make that a little louder? Nigel Tufnel: [pause] These go to eleven.

All the more reason to come back!

Wow! I hope it goes to whoever is going to take the best care of them! And give me at least one.

agreed-might as well get as much done at once as is reasonably possible. I would be very careful about falling into the "While I'm At It" syndrome (discussed in length in a different thread), and biting more off than you can chew. As such, might I suggest that when you are under the car spraying the PB blaster (or lube of your choice-though PB is GREAT), you check all the afformentioned items, make your to-do list, order whatever you need, and stick to your list! good luck!

Snip-"One of the left front pads was almost completely gone and the remaining still had some pad left. However, the right side pads were still in good shape. What caused this and how do I correct it?" I recently had an issue where my Right front pads where wearing faster then their left counterparts, and the car was pulling to the right upon braking. What was happening in my case was that the brake caliper was sticking. I wasn't able to tell if it was the caliper that needed repair, or if it was an issue with the 27 year old rubber brake lines. I replaced the lines (good idea), but this did not solve the problem, but did make it better. It turned out that my caliper was sticking, and was getting progressively worse. How can you check this? Drive around the block, come home, jack the car and try to rotate the wheel. If your caliper is sticking, you will have trouble turning the wheel. Hopefully my personal experience will be of some use, but do a quick search-there is a ton of info that will help (that's where I started), and I know that our brake systems are different, so you may find some tricks/suggestions there that will help. Good Luck

it's too hard on the monitorsLOL Welcome to the forums!

Of all the choices, I think this is the most important: what ever I can make fit and look right, what ever makes the car more enjoyable to me The simple fact that we all have Z cars (or ZX, in my case:stupid: ) show that we all have great taste, and want cars that are as special and individualistic as thier drivers. A couple choices that could have been included would be "custom paint-anything from luminescent to BRE/vintage/race style" as well as "replica racer modifications" (think or Ron Carter's BRE 240-total custom conversion). I would, if money were no option, attempt to convert my 79 into the Paul Newman/Bob Sharp racer. Finally, perhaps a "Custom Bodywork-i.e. covertable/GTO/other conversion kit." Overall, the choices you included are fine, and encompass what most of us would consider. The clarification that is included in the individual postings lets everyone explain where they are coming from, and where they want to go.

I was interested in the 450Z section of your site-I see that your forum is ready for the future; though I must admit to being surprised by its inclusion on the banner. I am learning French (slowly), so I will be checking your forums in an attempt to accelerate my understanding. If the subject is something of interest, it's always easier to learn.

"Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." Benjamin Franklin Wiser words have rarely been spoken.

I post this only for posterity-this ZX (deserves to be bought for parts, then crushed while it still has some dignity:mad: ) has a different kit on it, one that I've never seen before, and thought should be shared. The link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DATSUN-NISSIAN-1979-280-ZX-SPORTS-CAR_W0QQitemZ140079248676QQihZ004QQcategoryZ6187QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem