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The block was machined and rebuilt locally. The pistons are 0.004 over, which if I remember correctly, was the next size up from stock that Datsun offered at the time. The head was sent to Floyd Link to be rebuilt and set up with the reground cam as noted above.

I don't know if it is an A or a B transmission. I ordered a new factory 280Z 5-speed using the factory part number somewhere around 1990. I was told it was the last new one in the country at the time. Thanks for the advise. But I have already spent too much money and to many decades on this car. It's time to drive it the way it is and then maybe sell it. The next owner can upgrade the cam and exhaust system as recommended. My goal was to build a Z that was higher performing than stock and very streetable. I should have it back from the shop next month.

Is there a dizzy that you would recommend? Thanks

Thanks for the link. Based on this dyno test, my tune seems pretty good. Floyd Link rebuilt the head in 1983. This project is finally coming to an end.

The lines are fuel supply, fuel return to gas tank, carbon canister vacuum and canister purge. The lines can be tracked in this photo.

These are all the answers I have at hand. I would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks Size of the air horns (length)? Standard short horns, 25 mm Spark plug # (5-6-7) and gap NGK 6637 BPR6EIX / 0.036 Head work (port & polish)? Yes CR? Don't know. Distributor? Stock Timing set at? Don't know. No MSD or similar box? None Picture of header (seems to be too small) Dimensions are as noted. See attached photo. R180 LSD in a 3:54 diff? And coupled to an "A" tranny - big gap between 2nd & 3rd as opposed to a "B" ZX tranny and a higher ratio diff. Gearing is stock 280Z.

My early 1974 260Z was recently run on a chassis dyno to tune the Mikuni 40PHH carbs. The tuning is not complete. But, so far, 139 bHP and 143 ft lbs have been measured at the rear wheels. Based on the following drive train description, what are realistic performance expectations? Thanks Drive Train Description Production date: April 1974 Air box: K&N Lamborghini 3-carb filter in Jim Wolf Racing aluminum housing with Mikuni air horns Alternator: 60 amp Camshaft: Racer Brown SS-54-110 – 236 degree duration at 0.025” lift with 0 lash, 110 degree lobe centers, and 0.480” lift net, and valve spring/retainer package Carburetion: Mikuni triple side draft, 40PHH with 32mm chokes Cylinder head: Decked 0.020” Bronze valve guides 280Z intake valves, 0.173” dia. 280Z exhaust valves Valves and seats grinded Built by Floyd Link, Torrance, CA Exhaust: Custom fabricated with flanged connections Header: Euro Car Anti-Reversionary, 1 ½” dia. tubing, 3 into 2, 2 ¼” dia. collector outlet System Dia.: 2 ¼” Resonator: Borla resonator Muffler: Borla turbo muffler Fuel rail: Custom fabricated to duplicate functions of the original system using original brackets Ignition: New stock coil New stock distributor Taylor 8mm Spiro-Pro NGK Iridium spark plugs Oil pump: ZX-Turbo unit Pistons: Datsun 0.040” over, flat top Differential: R180 limited slip, 3.545 R&P set, Bob Sharp Racing spare Transmission: New 1978 280Z 5-speed

This original 260Z transmission is free to a good home. There are about 85,000 miles on it. It was last used in 1982 when the car was stolen and recovered. Consequently, the condition is unknown. Acquirer must pick up or arrange for pickup. If the transmission, suites your needs, I just ask that you make a small contribution to the National Brain Tumor Society. Please contact me if you have any questions. Thanks for looking.

Gee, 260 and 280 Zs are not worth registering?

I'm not sure what it is worth. Please make a reasonable offer. Thanks for your interest.

I picked up the original spare to my early 74 260Z from the restoration shop yesterday. Base on appearances, the tire is in remarkable condition for a 40 year old tire. I don't see any dry rot or cracking. Silver stickers can be seen inside. I've owned this car since 1978. To the best of my recollection, the spare might have been used once for its intended purpose around 1980. Is it worth trying to sell with a disclaimer or is the liability too great? Your thoughts? Thanks, FixItMan

If you are going to the trouble of installing a new header and custom fabricated exhaust system, you might consider installing a stainless steel system. Borla sells individual components, including turbo type mufflers, resonators, clamps and pipes. See my photos in the Members Gallery for a 2 1/4" dia. flanged system with a resonator. I have a number of 2 1/2" dia. components for sale in the classifieds and on eBay at very reasonable prices. MSA's fabricator can bend the pipes for you. If you are interested in this approach, I can provide their contact info. Good luck with their project. Fixitman

If anyone could use a free transmission, it is still available. Thanks.

The work was done by Pollock Auto Restoration / Ragtops and Roadsters in Pottstown, PA. Initially, we used modeling clay to sculpt the end pieces, trying to match the contours of the fender and sail panel. Modeling the spoiler with clay allowed us to adjust the height to get the scale just right. It was a fun exercise. Try a little of this, stand back and see how it looked, adjust a little here and there. After we were happy with the design, the metal tech fabricate the pieces to match and welded it in place. A few more photos are attached.

You might consider having a 3-piece spoiler fabricated from sheet metal and welded to the car. See photos below for an example. Good luck with the project. Fixitman

I have been storing my early 260Z transmission since the car was theft recovered in 1982. I am offering this transmission for free with your promise of making a small, tax-deductible donation of your choosing to the National Brain Tumor Society. There are about 86,000 miles on the tranny. Pickup in south Jersey only. Please contact me if you are interested. Fixitman

Some where along the way, I acquired a jack, 17.5" long in the collapsed position. Decal shows a sedan. It looks partically identical to the shorter jack that came with the early Z cars. Does anyone know what cars and years this jack was supplied with? Thanks, Fixitman

Thanks for offering to check. I would be very interested. Regards, Fixitman

I wasn't hopeful that you would sell it, but I thought I'd ask! New is the quality level I'd like to find. Thanks anyway.

Would you be interested in selling them? Thanks, Fixitman

I don't know the starting year, but the folding wheel chocks were part of the 280Z tool package.

I haven't had any luck finding a Z tool set in good to excellent condition. I need a lug wrench, jack handle and rod, tire stoppers, tool bag and lug nuts. Was this set used in any other Datsun of the era? Thanks, Fixitman

Has anyone ever approached Altec Products to make the covers for the metal frames? Altec may have an economical method to product the tooling.

The best headlight options in the 70's and 80's were Hella, Marshal and Cibie, especially their "Z" beam model. Doing a quick Google search, it appears the "Z" beams may be out of production. But danielsternlighting.com and clearcorners.com offer 7" dia. Cibie headlights that look very similar to the "Z" beams. At $78-90 each, they are expensive but the lighting improvement is worth it. For more info, try a Cibie forum search.

If you decide you do not like it and a 2.25" dia. system is in your future, I have a Borla stainless steel muffler available at a very reasonable price. See the attached drawing for dimensions. It has one little problem. A tech mistakenly welded a flange on the discharge end. The flange just needs to be cut off and a tip added. If you decide to go with a 2.50" dia. system, I also have Borla S.S. components available for a complete system. The muffler dimensions are the same as the 2.25" muffler. The 2.50" system is available as shown in the photo or as individual items. Fixitman Borla-Muffler40652.pdf