Everything posted by bpilati
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Differences between Transmission Crossmembers
Apparently up to HLS30-46000 (L24) the rear engine mounting assembly was 11330-E4100 (up to 7/73) shown above on right for ALL transmissions, and from HLS30-46001 (L26) it was 11310-N3000 (from 8/73) shown above on left for manual only.
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Clamp on steering rack?
Carl, I've been pretty happy with the new stock springs and KYB GR-2's plus some poly bushings. The ride seems firm enough for general highway driving where roads aren't perfect. I don't think I'd like anything much stiffer than that. I assume that a firm ride was normal for a Z, though I never had a ride in a brand new one. Frankly I can't imagine what the ride in some of these cars with racing springs and Tokico Illuminas is like. It must be bone jarring.
- Security system for my S30?
- Headers
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71 240Z. Muffler position. Vertical or horizontal?
Based on the Datsun dealer parts catalog the original exhaust had an oval "pre-muffler" near the center of the car with a round "muffler with tip" in the rear. Apparently they also used a sealer in the joints that was injected with a syringe.
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Valve Cover Torque?
You never want to overtighten gaskets. If the gasket is squishing out the sides, it's way too tight.
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Antena toggle switch
What's that toggle switch above the flasher switch for?
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Synthetic Leather Seat Covers on Ebay
What material is this?
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Banzai Motorworks
I know the seat covers, I bought mine from Les.
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rear suspension
I think the key is to leave at least one rubber interface in any of the four suspension points. That is, don't use 100% poly in your suspension.
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L24 block with L28 pistons - which head gasket to use?
That's cause they didn't use a piston shrinker.
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Carpeted Dash Cover - Where To Buy ?
Carpeted dashcover collects dust and gives you allergies.
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Paint thickness?
If there is any bodywork, I'd recommend stripping it down.
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Little lever on console
SHHHHHHH, that's the secret weapon of the 240Z.
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Repairing Seat Back Sheet Metal
Hey, don't be a spoiler. :laugh: He wants to weld something.
- Making Luggage straps
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Seat belts refurb
I am planning to have the webbing replaced in my seat belts. Has anyone else had this done? I found a company online that is willing to do this for $75 for each belt (i.e., $150 for both seats). I have non-retractable belts, but you '72 Z owners should also consider upgrading your inertia reel to a modern dual-sensing type.
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How Close Are Our VIN #'s
Enter that in the spreadsheet?
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Considering selling the Z...
You'll be sorry if you sell it.
- What makes a Z a Z? What modifacations go too far to be called a Z?
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Newbie needs help with 12/70 Series I 240z
Nope, didn't say part of, I said "from". It looks like someone took the registry and put it into a spreadsheet.
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1972 Paint Number Codes
http://www.autocolorlibrary.com/
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Repairing Seat Back Sheet Metal
Have you drilled some stop holes on either end of the crack?
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Making Luggage straps
Yeah, pics or it didn't happen!!
- What makes a Z a Z? What modifacations go too far to be called a Z?