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Sending units are often the problem with low or inaccurate readings. However, you mentioned that you swapped out the sending unit. Did you install a new one or a previously used one? Did the gauge react the same with the original sender? Dennis

"Jim, that is awesome! I've got to stop at the Borders book store tomorrow to pick up a copy. Congratulations" Be sure to check out the BIG sale at Circuit City on your way to Borders. Dennis

Hi David, welcome to the Group! Looks like you have a great start to the project. What are your plans for the Z? Keep us posted. Dennis

Welcome to the Group! Always good to see another '71 Z on the list. In 1971, I bought my Z after returning from SEA, including visits to RVN, too. Dennis

Let's try the trunk of this Bluebird... http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/nissan/auction-434127461.htm Dennis

Just a guess....But if the volcanic rock scent removal method really worked, Hawaii would smell like nothing Dennis

Welcome! Always nice to see another '71 added to the Group. Dennis

Someday, I will learn to do a background check on a poster's Z before responding. Thanks for keping me honest. I keep forgetting that all Zs don't have carbs........:stupid: Dennis

They will certainly make the Z more aerodynamic, but I doubt that you'll recoup your $70 investment from increased mileage any time soon. If you like the covers, buy them. Adjusting the carbs and gapping the spark plugs will probably be as effective for increasing MPG - and those only require time, not money. 2¢ Dennis

Welcome Ryan! Not sure what a MS1 is, but since it's at UCLA, it must be good. Let us know how the project goes. Dennis

Armature night? Methinks you're spending too much time with your car...... "In electrical engineering, an armature generally refers to one of the two principal electrical components of an electromechanical machine–generally in a motor or generator." Yes, I know what you meant...just poking a little end of year fun at you. Best wishes for a Happy and Prosperous New Year! Dennis

Easier if you lived in Nashville, more expensive and complicated if you plan to jet in to see the car and arrange transportation to port and shipping to Germany followed by trucking to Austria - or hiring an agent to accomplish all the transportation tasks and paperwork. Having shipped a couple cars to Austria, I speak from experience. On the other hand, if you like an adventure, power on. Let us know how it turns out. Dennis

Check with my friend Reinhard Funke in Krems. He deals primarily in Porsches, but has other sports cars and may be able to help you find or import a Z. His web site is: www.zum-FUNKE.com Tell him Dennis from California sent you. Dennis

Generally, the less you pay upfront, the more you pay later. Find a good driver within your budget or plan on saving a bit more so you can buy a better car that will require less repairs. Have you checked on shipping fees to Greece? Dennis

Five months is a long time. Is the Z parked inside or outside where sunshine can warm the car? The sun's heat does wonders for helping to compress the door seals. Granted, it gets a little warmer here in the desert than in Ventura. Dennis

Another reason to give up atheism is an enormous lack of special days when you eat good food and get presents. To me, that's ample reason to belong to several religions simultaneously, rather than none at all. Dennis

Can't address adding a turbo, but the A/C will run about $900-1,000 plus installation. In my opinion, worthwhile if you plan to keep the Z for a while. I've had A/C on mine since the 70s - actually, now on my 2nd unit with a modern rotary compressor rather than the old York unit I originally had added in '72. Dennis Dennis

On behalf of those of us in the Northern Hemisphere who are simultaneously celebrating the Winter Solstice and its associated merriment, I graciously accept your inoffensive Southern Hemispheric greeting. And, if you're so inclined, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to our friends down under. Dennis

Not if you want to get all of the air out of the system. In fact, when you bleed brakes, you should always start at the wheel farthest from the master cylinder and work to the one closest. Dennis

A 240Z with a 5 speed is slick. However, a 240Z with any functioning transmission is a great car to own. Good luck with the search! Dennis

I used my Z in snow from '71 to '80 without chains or snow tires. It did just fine, except for the salt damage and rust. It hasn't seen snow for the last 31 years. Keeping a Z you like off the road in the winter is probably the best strategy for a long term relationship. Dennis

I totally agree and appreciate that just about everyone on this forum communicates in standard English with a minimum of texting shortcuts. A word spelled incorrectly from time to time is tolerable - the message "spell check" feature helps. However, dangling participles are a whole other ball game Dennis

Not sure how you came to that conclusion, but it's interesting. My child had four years of Latin in high school which may prove useful only if he needs to ask for directions to the bathroom while visiting the Vatican. On the other hand, he'll be starting his 3rd semester of Spanish at a major university in a few weeks. That will be useful in asking for directions to the bathroom almost anywhere in North America and most of South America. Dennis

Interesting...thanks for the link. You can see quite a few influences from other manufacturers in some of the styling models. Dennis

Welcome! Dennis