H2O-Z

Delta, I have been a member for some time, yet have not been on the site lately (side note: my Zbaby was totaled by my son recently, and it's hard to face right now ). As others have expressed, James input was always appreciated, I believe he and I even hade a few one-on-one emails about specifics...again, he will be missed. As for your support... this group, as you have seen, is some of the best, and I assure you their hearts are sincere. My thought at this time though, without offending you or anyone else here, is to hopefully turn your trust, doubt, understanding, and ultimate peace in all this to a greater power. As much as these here have shown true consolment, only God will never fail. His compassion and peace, true peace to overcome even this, is yours for the asking. I for one, will be in earnest prayer for you. my email is always open... sincere sympathy, scott H2O-Z

Well, I was just about to post this picture, and the police called that they had found my Z!!!!!! So to fill you all in (after bolting to go pick it up) It was found only .5 mile from where I live. From the initial look-see, it appears not to have suffered too much excessive wear. I haven't calculated the milage yet, but my guess is they took the car only for a short joyride and maybe expected quick marketable goods. The funny thing is, I have no stereo in the car right now because, as I mentioned in the 'dash' thread, my plan is to convert the heat controls to electronic...so all that is out of the car. All they got was the 'Q' ball stick knob, custom rear deck carpet (with 'Z' embroidery), and the change from the ash tray. If nothing else, it feels good to think they went to all that trouble for so little. I still am confused how they got in and started the car, but as some of you have mentioned...take note...there are other keys out there that will fit your Z! They definitely were not looking to strip the car, 'cause the interior is all original and immaculate! Part of me really would like to know who though...'cause it would be a WHOLE lot of fun to hold them down and break OFF every one of their fingers. But then that little voice says "vengance is mine sayeth...you-know-who" Once again, can't say enough how much I appreciate all your concerns, comments, support, and all-in-all, this incredible group and website! Keep on Z'ing!!!

Sorry, almost forgot... Send me a private message if you see something (sorry, not comfortable putting my # on the net). Otherwise you can contact the Junction City Police dep. 541-998-1245

Appreciate all your notes... I don't have a picture with me today, but will post one tomorrow. the most significant eye catcher about this car is that it is the only Z in the NW I know of that has the old torpedo mirrors mounted "fairlady" style (on front fenders). Other details: dark green (almost black - especially at night) no front plate (BTW = Oregon EFC 934, the original yellow on blue, with special interest tag) 1971 all stock look (except mirrors) original bumpers, no flares, skirts, etc. original 60 series aluminum "wagon wheel" rims "OREGON" across the windshield tint, and "Duck" head center of rear window (I live in Eugene you know) Oh yah, dive flags on both quarter windows Oh yah2, almost forgot the mashed in passenger door (from the idiot that backed into me last year and I haven't found a "good" replacement yet) thanx all...

All, Well, after 26 yrs of babying my '71...that has always been in the family BTW...I walked out this morning, and it was gone! :mad: :mad: :mad: So many things contribute to this result, most of which are having it parked outside at an apartment since my wife divorced me. It was locked, no glass broke, and I would have heard it start up with all my windows open, no one saw anything...so it would seem a professional job. I won't bore you all with the "life of Scott" any more than this, just make note of this VIN - HLS3027602 I just don't comprehend theft. Hope you all have a better day...

Ok, Ive been through most of the previous notes, and am not finding the answer. I have had the distributor rebuilt, timing set, adjusted carbs, replaced plugs all to no avail.... ('71)

2ManyZs..... Who listens to the radio anymore???

So is this an electrical forum question, or an engine forum question....oh well So I've always wondered...what's the best plugs anyway...and how about Splitfires?? (oh yah....L24:D )

thanx all for your input......guess I gotta go get some!

Wow! This is all great stuff! This site and those on it never seem to amaze me....and I've been a Z owner for 24 years! Ok...'nuph pats on the back for now...I got a question.... The '70 my son and I are rebuilding, is an automatic and has dual points. How does an electronic conversion vary in this? (I know after 24 years you would think I would have all these answers....but the electrical side of auto has never been my strong point) By the way, nowhere in this thread did anyone mention Joseph Demers distributor rebuild and conversion which I plan to implement on my own '71....here's his link... http://www.physics.ohio-state.edu/~jrdemers/280ZX/280ZX.html

thanx 2ManyZs, About the battery, or actually inside fender patching, do you recommend 'making' a patch...and out of what guage, and then how to attach.....tach, spot, rivet...what is your best suggestion?

I knew there was some cancer, but man! the joys of a rebuild! me again. This '70 rebuild for my son is now pretty much totally, I mean TOTALLY stripped, but I have a few issues that, believe it or not, have actually caused me to question whether we should go further. I never thought it would happen. There have been several bolts that were so locked in with rust, that I stripped the heads off while trying to remove them. Now I have drilled some out, which is very risky in damaging the threads of the nuts, but the ones I'm not sure what to do with, are the front fender, under rocker panel bolts. Two per side, all heads off, rusted solid, no easy access. Any suggestions??....please no sarcasm, I don't think I could deal with it :-) Also, even more concern, is the rather large hole under the battery shelf, and the battery shelf needs replacement as well...... ok, ok quit laughing! "but it's a collector, vin#9623, original 60k, and automatic (for my son)"

Ok all, I'm in a dilemma....My son and I are currently rebuilding a '70 that sat in a field for 13 yrs, and the carbs were pretty 'gunked' up. I Chem-Dipped the whole mess, after disassembling the whole thing, but now the housing, though clean, is fairly corroded and the linkage has lost almost all the plating that remained, as well has some rust coating (which I did a acid wash to remove most). (I know this is lengthy...but hold on, I will get to the point) I just found a local polisher that will polish just the bell housings for $90..... and then I went to Ztherapy..... Now obviously, I would love to have all the linkage re-plated, as well as all of the aluminum polished, inside and out, (I was considering painting the linkage and lower housings instead) but is it really worth $600? Actually since I've taken these all apart, I figure I could do the rebuild myself for the $400 from Ztherapy (just parts), but still..... Scott Wood(I know this is lengthy...but hold on, I will get to the point)

I put my vote for the member calander, and licence plate frame.