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Oiluj

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  1. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Help Me !!
    Sure. If it works I plan to make several and can send you one. My first try was not a success, but I'm not giving up...
  2. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Help Me !!
    I'm in process of trying to make one for when I install my 5-speed. Have two fabrication paths I'm going to try. 1) 3D printed blanks that need white paint, then I'm going to try applying some casting resin. 2) Printed 5-speed logo on photo paper, glued to a disk and covered with casting resin. For both ways, once casting resin is cured hard, it can be sanded convex and polished. If either process works, I'll post pictures.
  3. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Electrical
    I believe it goes over the steering column. If no one else confirms this, I'll look and post a pic from when I removed my dash, after I get home late today.
  4. At least in my area, any rust-free Z can demand $10-$12K. Add a properly done, (and documented), Rebello engine, and it's probably more like $14 -18K... SF Bay area may be more expensive, but for a good example, I don't think it's that much different. Just my 2 cents...
  5. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Discussions
    Z's can be safely driven in snow, but I don't recommend it. Early Z's are rust prone. Snow and salt are a recipe for rust, which will likely end-up taking one more Datsun off the road for good...
  6. Try sqiurting a "small" amount of fuel into the intake. You may not be getting any / enough fuel.
  7. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Body & Paint
    I added a rubber strip to the bottom of my spook, mostly for looks, but it does protect the paint on the front lip from scrapes on the curb. (Ask me how I know this).
  8. Drove the Z today to meet a former co-worker for lunch, and while on highway 92 saw a green 510 with a white racing stripe. I speed-up to pull along side and we both gave each other a thumbs-up. Last weekend I saw a early 70's Datsun pick-up at home depot. Driver was retiered and is the original owner, and it's still driven daily. About three weeks ago, I spotted a series one 240Z parked on the street at an apartment complex about 2 blocks from my home. Left a message on his windshield, last week, but so far no word. Nice to see other datsuns on the road!
  9. I have the toyota 4x4 brakes with solid rotors, rear drums and adjustible proportioning valve. It's the best stopping car we own. More than adequate for city driving.
  10. I found I have an exhaust leak, (very minor), at the manifold to block. It's a 4 hour fix, but it's still a good bit of work. Plan to order a new gasket this Friday.
  11. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Chit Chat
    I've had one phone interview and have my first on-site interview this week. It's very competitive out there. Lots of engineers vying to land the same jobs. I'm fully prepared to be unemployed till Spring, but hope to have a new job before New Years. We'll see how it goes... Besides tinkering on the Z and doing work on the homestaed, I'm using the time to improve my CAD skills. I have some skill using Pro Engineer, but less than one year experience using SolidWorks. SolidWorks is now the dominant CAD tool, so I purchased a copy of SoildWorksW 2012 and am spending a couples hours each day getting more familiar with it. For now, I stilll prefer the look & feel of Pro/E, but SW is a very capable package. I figure if I don't find a job, I might be able to do free-lance CAD work on a part-time basis. So far, it's all good!
  12. I woke the beast under the hood of my neighbor's 72 automatic yesterday and installed the seats. Not too much more to do before it's back on the road! Pics later this week.
  13. Wow! An original owner. I know you folks are out there, (like my next door neighbor), but you are few and far between...
  14. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Chit Chat
    How about a polo shirt w/ embroidered logo? That I'd buy!
  15. Sweet! Looks great.
  16. Looks really good, and cheaper than domestic pricing. I'd be in for doing a set of taillight bars.
  17. Sounds like the BRZ might be a good daily driver, with the Z for weekends...
  18. All these cars have classic lines, even the Mopar. I happen to really like the lines of the Mopar. They were unique for the time and still is attractive today. The Z falls into a similar category for it's time and price point relative to the competition. For me, the Muria tops the list. I might dis-agree with a couple of the others though as being in the "top ten". To my eye, the 246 Dino is far prettier than the 275. Regarding "aggressive" looks, pick-ups have followed suit on this theme in the past decade. It's marketing to testosterone, pure and simple. Just my 2 cents...
  19. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Chit Chat
    I'd restore old sports cars and old sailboats...
  20. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Discussions
    Too Funny. Wish mine sounded like that!
  21. That's exactly what I did, except I didn't have a lathe.__Chucked the shaft in a drill press and made a holder for a section of hack-saw blade to make the groove, followed by a fine file.__Wasn't nearly as pretty as CO's, but it worked fine...
  22. Chris, Whaddya mean I don't get to use the secret handshake? My Z came from the Datsun dealer in 1972 with the side molding, louvers and 4-slot mags... BTW, I agree with you on the yellow plated hose clamps... Mine has mosty non-stock clamps at this point. I just can't justify the high cost of original style clamps compared to high quality screw clamps. Of course, since my Z isn't really "original", (toyota 4x4 front calipers, Rebello stroker, eibach springs, etc), - guess I can't use the secret handshake anyway!
  23. Oiluj posted a post in a topic in Open Chit Chat
    Wow guys! Thanks for all the advice and support. I really can't relocate, as my wife has a small business here. Moving would mean her starting-over... __ Getting another engineering job in the SF area is going to be a challenge, but there are other options. I've been a project manager several times in my career, (though I'm not certified), I can look for opportunities in that arena. __ I also worked several years as a quality engineer. __ This coming week I plan to update my CV and linked-in page. __ I am a pretty self-motivated guy, so I may even consider changing careers. Need to look at the market and make some decisions. As was pointed-out, there are "interim" job strategies... __ I know one engineer who became a "cash basis" handyman. __ Sailboat repair is another possible interim opportunity. __ I grew-up working in my father's boat shop and have the skills. Though it's been many years, I've been through this before. __ One just has to maintain a positive attitude and be dilligent in the job search. __ Eventually, I'll find a good job. I really appreciate all your comments. __ And I do plan to take advantage of having some free time!
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