DatsunZGuy

The eBay's Z VIN HLS30-59027, my car's VIN is HLS30-59593...we both have vertical rear defroster lines on our hatch glass

This might help solve the puzzle of a 1970 that I flew to New York to inspect in 2002. The car was European exotic car dealership in upstate NY. It was repainted the original butterscotch color, and with the exception of clear headlight covers and a set of Panasport wheels, looked to be original on the exterior. When the salesperson opened the hood I noticed the light blue air cleaner. It looked to be taken off a later model car, but it didn’t have a flapper or provision for the aluminum heat collector that connects near the exhaust manifold. It might have been a year correct dealer replacement after all.

You can thry this: http://www.shop.com/op/~Deluxe_Dash_Repair_Kit-prod-17119407-24045541?sourceid=298 But IMO you are better off just getting a dash cap to protect what's left. Or... Just have the whole thing redone and not worry for another +20 years. http://www.dashboardrestorations.com.au/

http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=3320

they have one of the lowest prices I could find. http://catalog.eautopartscatalog.com/pacific/wizard.jsp?header=http://www.importedcarparts.com/header.txt&footer=http://www.importedcarparts.com/footer.txt&partner=pacific&clientid=importedcarparts.com&baseurl=http://www.importedcarparts.com/&cookieid=1SP0Z84I11TA0OMISA&year=1972&make=NI&model=240-Z-001&category=G&part=Radiator&appTransmissionType=Manual

http://www.thezstore.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=7BSA02

What class are you competing in? If in doubt, look it up. http://www.zcca.org/downloads/JudgingRules_rev2005.pdf

If you can indeed get them for a good price buy them. They will most likely not go down in value, and could be used to trade for some much needed parts from another Z car nut in the future. My 2 cents.

I took a look at the pictures. To be frank, you have a little more than a few “rust spots” to repair. :surprised Based on how much structural damage is visually evident just at the front of the vehicle, replacing with metal is a must, and the only way to do it right. Take a look at these videos to give you some idea how much rust can be hidden in Z, and what's involved in repairing it correctly. Good soundtrack too. http://www.voodoo-people.com/~daz/mull/wmv/ As for media blasting, use the search feature on this website. You will find a wealth of information on the subject. Part of the media blasting process is to remove all rust, which should be the first thing you do before starting a repair.

This guy made a replacement glove box out of a steel panel off the back of a washing machine! Now, that's smart recycling :laugh: http://www.geocities.com/gramage2000/

As xxjoeyxxeb mentioned, Santa Inez has the Chumash Casino. Even if you don’t gamble, and you like seafood, the buffet every Wednesday is a good deal. It’s the only place I know of in the area where you can feed yourself until you burst eating lobster tails! The trick is to get there about 30 minutes before the buffet opens or hit it around 4:30 PM after the first wave of people get their fill, and before the after work crowd hits. Oh yeah, the casino is just a few minutes from Solvang too. http://www.chumashcasino.com/dining/buffet/seafoodbuffet.cfm Speaking of food, Chef Karim’s Moroccan Restaurant, Downtown, is an awesome dining experience! http://chefkarim.com/ Another nearby attraction of sorts is Vandenberg Air Force Base. I work there during the week, and I believe they still have public tours of the base and museum on a couple of Wednesdays a month. http://www.vandenberg.af.mil/ If you want to venture further north, there is always http://www.hearstcastle.com/ and catching the San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market on Thursday nights http://www.downtownslo.com/farmers.html

Count me in for a couple :cheeky:

Intense sandblasting with the wrong media can result in excessive friction/heat, which will warp metal if you are not careful. I can see where too much may effect the metal's properties.

42,000 original miles, mfg 12/71.

On Saturday, April 15th, I get to watch Dream Car Garage on SpeedTV at 6:30 AM, and then change the channel and watch the Z car special on the History Channel at 7:00 AM. I'll be in my PJ's eating a big bowl of Count Chocula with a smile on my face

give me a couple of tubes of JB Weld and I’ll have that Audi back on the road in no time. Seriously…I can only assume by the looks of things the operator of this car is now driving on that big Nurinburgring in the sky.

at www.blackdragonAuto.com (the entity formally known as Victoria British Ltd.)

http://www.restoration-specialties.net/Plating.htm "We can restore all your hardware. Nuts, bolts, brackets, spacers, everything. If you want the original finish for your project, we can help. No order is too small. Remember, return shipping is on us. Ask about special pricing for www.zcar.com,www.classiczcars.com,www.67-72chevytrucks.com, and www.myoldtruck.com members. We will also extend pricing to any forum member of any internet resource."

Has anyone inspected this car up close and can attest to its condition? http://adcache.collectorcartraderonline.com/10/6/3/82878963.htm In a sea of red, orange and silvers cars with black interiors, this blue/blue example looks like a gem The Panasport wheels and passenger mirror are nice subtle touches to an otherwise stock looking car. I hope someone will chime in and say the car isn’t worth it, so I can quit dreaming and get to the job at hand: restoring the orange ’72 I already own. I need another car like a hole in my head. :stupid:

I am so sorry to hear about Sam. Having lost my Bulldog, Tibbs, and wife’s Pomeranian, Chelsea, within the span of six months was really tough to take. Since my wife and I decided not to have any children, our pets have assumed that role in our household. Best wish to you and Sam as go through this difficult period.

If so, that would be Steve's (a.k.a. Zvoiture) car.

Hi Raz1 - Here you go... http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showpost.php?p=152002&postcount=14