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No. You've got baaaad gas.

Hi, Fred. Here's info on the hotel we've arranged. If you have any questions, let me know.... Frank The host hotel has been changed to the Marriot Courtyard Pearland. They’ve offered us a better rate of only $85/night (15% off regular price) and better security for our cars. Located at 518 and Hwy. 288 in Pearland… It’s a new hotel located on top of the new Pearland Town Center Lifestyle Center (www.pearlandtowncenter.com). They are within walking distance to over 70 retail stores and restaurants! There are currently 15 rooms on hold. To make reservations call 1-800-321-2211 or by visiting the following link: www.courtyardhoustonpearland.com 1. Enter in the date of arrival and departure then enter in one of the following group codes CNPCNPA for a King Room - or - CNPCNPC for a Double Queen Room into the Group Code box in the Check Rates & Availability section on the right side of the page. 2. Click on Reserve A Room. 3. Then select your preferences and press Continue. 4. Press Continue when the next screen appears. 5. Then fill out all information that is required to make your reservation. 6. Press Complete Reservation at the bottom of the page. 7. You will then receive a confirmation number for your records.

Probably the oldest among us at 64 11/12 years. Bought my Z 15 April '70. 00721. Drove the literal dog crap out of it. Sold it in '77 with the provision that if it ever came up for sale, I had the right of first refusal. Well, it did, and I bought it back in 2007. It's now a pristine show car with liberal track hours. I know, that's a dichotomy, but it's nice. The keys will only leave "my cold, dead hands." And like another poster said, it's like I'm 26 again...my happy place. BTW, check out www.texaszparty.com for information about Texas' Z owners having a big shindig at MSR-Houston on Father's day weekend. Frank

The second annual Texas Z Party is gonna be a good one! One whole day of track time:love:, car show:love:, kid-friendly events:cool:; a fun trip to Space Center Houston:bulb:.....so bring the whole family. See www.texaszparty.com for full details, and, to quote Bob Barker, "C'mon down!" Frank

Since the 280 hasn't fired in quite a few years, there are about a jillion other things to consider as well as a bum coil. Have you gone over the pre-start check list for a car coming out of hibernation? Frank

Duffman said: Not sure why. I can offer one reason. Belt fraying. When adjusting the belt from the inboard side (with the latch), you slide the serrated roller against the belt. Over time, that frays the belt, and causes belt fibers to embed and wrap around the roller. Eventually, the belt becomes frozen and will not allow any adjustment. Frank

Ditto what tibZ said...this is the place! What part of Texas do you hail from? Frank

Ditto what ^Mike^ said. Todd Walrich is the Mikuni go-to guy @ Wolf Creek. Frank

Yes, the gasket need to be replaced. No, the quick-fix you suggest is not a permanent solution. You can replace the gasket yourself with a modest set of hand tools and the service manual. I can't begin to suggest what a shop might charge you, but others here may have an idea. Frank

Have you replaced the fuses? They can look good (unblown) but still will not pass current. Test each one with an ohm meter and clean off all corrosion on the clips that hold the fuses. That might solve your problem. Frank

My CRS kicked in. :dead: Dan was polite enough to point out my error via a PM, and I appreciate his doing so. There is no need to pursue the rheostat knob any further. Sorry. :embarrass: Frank

I'm looking for the knob that attaches to the rheostat that governs the brightness of the dash lights. It is below the dash on the left. If you have it, please let me know. Thanks! Frank

Thanks to all for the information. I'll use it! Frank

Sorry to resurrect this thread... My '70 has metal rear fascia surrounding the tail lights. What is the best method for removal of these pieces without significant risk of bending them or breaking any of the attachment pieces/clips? The FSM is silent on this question, and the search function doesn't give me the complete story. Thanks for your help! Frank

The manual you can download will most likely have your answer.

My '70 has the gold cad-plated version. Anyone else have anything different? Frank

The only temperature difference will be in the exhaust temperature, and that by just a very few degrees <50. You will find no discernable difference in engine operating temperatures. Frank

The only upside to wrapping your header would be to keep the temps down in the engine bay. Since all components are designed to withstand non-wrapped header temps, it would be, in my opinion, a waste of time and $$ to do so. Ceramic coated headers keep the heat inside the pipes where it belongs, so wrapping would be a heavier alternative...your car, your call. Frank

And what is the 10% they didn't/wouldn't do? Frank

Which way did you go, Stephen? ANSA plus the resonator or just the ANSA? Frank

I'm no expert on this, but it seems that if you're running a stock head with stock block, the reliefs are there for a reason. My flat-tops (70) have owner-induced "reliefs" imprinted due to a bad cam install I did years ago. I'd hate to think you'd do the same thing from a different source.... Frank

G9M3C, this problem has been shown to be the result of a bad disgronificator valve. If you replace it, your problem will go away. Frank

Nope, it doesn't. Crud lasts longer than gas does. David was right, pull the tank, get it cleaned, and odds are the problem will disappear. Frank

I, too, am not sure of what your question asks. Each standard-shift vehicle will, individually, have a different feel. Some will be "easier" than others, some a bit more problematic. Assuming no mechanical failures with any of the vehicles you mentioned, I must at this point presume there may be a lack of experience involved. Not trying to offend you or anything, just exploring an option. Frank

It'd be nice if they had locations secured for the rest of the country, too. I've heard good stuff about MVP, but don't want to drive 1000 miles just to run one. Maybe in the next decade..... Frank