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I haven't looked into them for a while, (I was using them on r/c trucks, cars & ships), But I know you can get red, yellow, blue, and white. up to 10 x 10mm. I'm still looking for the best kind, but here's something to get you started: http://www.hebeiltd.com.cn/?p=led.smd

did you know you can get square smd l.e.ds in a 10 x 10mm size? I don't think that's small.

Have you ever considered the smt style l.e.ds? My cell phone has them in the keypad. they are flat, the seem to be diffused. I think you could easily put a diffusing lens over the top of them. Just an idea- I think you've all been pretty much focused on the T-1 type l.e.d.s with wire leads. see attached.

I bet scavenger hunts and poker runs are fun though- when the sun is out, the temps moderate, the radio loud, and the caffeine flowing! Not to mention a georgeous seat cover in the right seat

Ok- So what other kinds of interesting COMPETITION can you add to the list? Anybody ever try one of those "savenger hunts?"

Here's something for Vicky-- Solo I In Solo I you are competing against the clock. Solo I events are high speed Time Trials; they may be run at race tracks, airport runways, or may be hillclimbs. Cars must be prepared to Road Racing safety standards. maximum speed of approximately 100mph, the objective is simply to drive the track in the fastest possible time. Competitors are released onto the track one at a time, carefully spaced. You drive a warm-up lap , several ‘hot’ laps, then a cool-down lap, and return to the pits. Although there might be several other cars on the track with you, Stock: This is the usual entry level for new competitors. The cars are essentially in ‘as delivered’ condition, with the exception of the required four point safety harness. Super Stock: In this class, some modifications are allowed, but these are typically limited to suspension component changes. Street Prepared: This is the last class that runs on street legal tires. Also, a combination of both suspension and engine modifications are permitted. Modified: This is the final category, and it covers both open- and closed-wheel race cars which run on slicks. Solo II events (also known as autocrosses) are an all forward motion driving skill contest. Each driver is individually timed to the thousandth of a second, over a short, miniature road course clearly defined using traffic cones. Cars compete one at a time, hence the name "Solo", in a class with similar cars. An event can be held on any flat paved surface, usually a parking lot, or airport apron or runway. http://www.tirerack.com/features/solo2/handbook.htm Pro Solo Pro Solo events use the same sites and speed guidelines as Solo II, but in a somewhat different format. The format consists of two mirror-image courses with a drag-strip start, complete with a christmas tree. Each competitor receives 6 runs on each side over the course of two days. After that competition, the top 32 drivers from each of the 17 classes compete in a single-elimination tournament, with a handicapping system http://www.na-motorsports.com/Organizations/SCCA/Solo/Rules.html There ya go, babes.

OK, we'll call it types of competition.

from some sources, I've gathererd these types, or classes of racing you could do in a Z. Thes first types are kinds of rally racing: Gimmick rallies - usually pretty low key events, paved roads, relaxed speeds, easy navigation TSD Tour Rallies - (time-speed-distance) 2 -12 hours long, legal speeds, mostly paved roads TSD Trap Rallies - 2 - 6 hours long, legal speeds, paved or paved and unpaved Performance or Brisk TSDs - 3-12 hours long, brisk but legal speeds, paved and unpaved roads Rallycross - in North America this is an autocross on an unpaved surface SCCA ClubRally - 4-8 hours legal speeds on transit sections, all-out speed on closed off stages SCCA ProRally - 1-2 day events, The next step up WRC - (World Rally Championship) - Professional rally racing. We can discuss all the different kinds/styles & classes of racing. I'm referring to the whole spectrum of possible types, not just rally racing. thx What about road racing types & classes? Solo (I & II)

Can you give a rundown of the basic classes of roadroacing too? Autocross? What else is there you might do in a Z Also, what does stuff like 'group 2' or 'group C' mean? I think they are classes in rally and road racing, respectively. thx

That grommet is supposed to be the hardest part to find for the electrical system- short a new wires Must be made of unobtainium-rubber-coplymer.

I guess I'll just go with a Cavallino instead of a Z logo.

That's why I suggested using some silicone glue to (glue) the plate in place. Then you only need two hands to do the rest. Comes from experience.

Will- That sounds really appealing. You might even screw six carb horn to each side? I'm really iterested in your idea. thx

I think I would like to replace my fuel rail instead of spending much time cleaning & polishing because I think the sanding might weaken the tubing. Does anybody know of any manufacturers? Something with fins and shiny/chrome? I saw the JSK one, and it would work, but it looks like a huge thing. thx

Oh shut up. At least I used the search and found something related.

I believe that if you remove the cold-start injector, you can also remove the thermotime switch, and the last part of the wiring that goes to the thermotime switch, because it is just an extension and plugs in via a pair of bullet connectors near the #2 injector. I don't know if you want to cut off the bullet connectors, but it might be good to just tape them off, in case you want to reinstall the coldstart stuff. Later, if you want to remove the cold-start stuff permanently, I'd follow the thermotime/coldstart injector wires as far back to the ECU as possible and cut them there. Where'd you get a custom fuel rail? I'm having trouble finding sources. thx

Darn, they had a little of everything but the Z

Yeah, from what you see on those 'real-life' TV shows, you can see that kids can get their hands in the darndest of places! OL

Jason- You might look at what the aftermarket companies are doing for heat & a/c. It's the big thing for hotrods because it's all custom- not factory. Check those out first to get ideas.

Can you help us out with an email address or a link to the magazines website? thx

Next time use a dab of silicone to stick the (backing plate?) to the door before putting the nuts through. The only thing I can suggest to retrieve your part is a stick with a magnet on it or one of those long things with the little fingers that grab.

Good. Make sure you get everybody involved with this kind of thing to vote.

So it would be an easy thing to divide the number of votes for the one category by the number of voters. Which means about 50% of the voters were planning or did upgrades to wheel & tires.

See? I shoulda went.

That gave me an interesting idea... Why not give the 350Z a makeover to give it the flavour of an S30? I mean take OUT the power windows, rear seat, door panels & cupholders, extra gauges, THE RADIO. What else? Do you think you ocould disable the ABS, traction control, etc? thx