JohnnyO

Much easier than using the Fast program. Thanks Mike.

I agree. Even though we are in the midwest you can still find a better starting point for a project. I just parted out a Series 1 that was not save-able but was in better condition than that. I estimated that the car needed around $14000 worth of work and parts not including my labor and I try to do most of my work. I would run and keep this one on the back burner for a parts car if needed. I see a few hundred dollars worth of parts, not much more than that though. Just my 2 cents. John

You would probably have to remove the hatch hinges to check. You would know they were shot if you had water raining in from the dome light finisher. It is probably a good idea to replace them during a repaint though. Cheap insurance from having to realign the hatch down the road. John

just saw them too. I know a few people have been waiting for these.

Cool, post some pics when you can. So, are you in the metro area? There is a small group up here that meets throughout the year and gets together for car shows in the summer. I am in Hudson and keep a small stock pile of parts. Let me know if you need anything. John

If you are in the Cities and want someone to take a look with you let me know. I have had 5 now in varying states of decay and 1 that was worth saving. John

I've added the tab to MikeW's online Z Car Registry. As long as Mike is ok with it we can add new entries to that workbook. I have a backup of the file saved locally for when someone decides to mess it up. Here is the link: http://www.editgrid.com/property/history/show/457212?rev=1263780 John

Here's another series 1 block code: L24 026475 P30 01/71 VIN HLS30-20123 0727L I've added it to the spreadsheet and attached it here. I might have missed it in the thread but does anyone know what the Alpha character at the end of the code means? John

I've dropped this info into a spreadsheet for anyone interested. I was thinking that maybe we could add it as a tab to MikeW's online spreadsheet. Block Date Codes.xls

Yes, after sifting through this thread I was surprised to see that early of a block date also. My block serial number is also low compared to others that were "built" in 01/70. Maybe mine was pulled off the line for one reason or another.

Here is mine: L24 03199 E31 01/70 VIN HLS30-01366 9628A Does this date code translate to June 28 1969?

Here is one of the many by me. Actually, there are 4 in my town of 12000 people and a total of about 15 within 20 miles. Check out the notes on this one: http://pure-gas.org/station?station_id=2752 Can I run that in the Z? Any advantages to it or will it burn up my top end? John

Try downloading the wiring diagram from xenons30.com That should help.

Another bump for Moog and Rock Auto.

I have front and back from a 01/71 car if they will fit. John

Welcome to the club. Lot's of useful info here. Search function works great too. Here's a decent thread about bleeding: http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=40025&highlight=clutch+bleed John

When I needed floats earlier this year I searched everywhere and only found 1 special order through O'Rielly. The distributor said they are not producing them any longer. If they are the same as the 70 floats you may have a hard time finding them. Good Luck. John

I love it when younger people get hooked on Z cars. Welcome to the forum and good luck with the car. John

Mmmmm. Rally Clock!

Yeah, my wife had that look for almost 2 years. It went away the first time I took her out on a date in the freshly painted, clean, nearly complete Z. I haven't seen that look since September. Good luck on the project.

Could it be the throw out bearing? Had a Mustang with that problem a while ago. I would start with the boot though, it is the cheapest thing to look at and eliminate. John

Are you Art Vandelay?

Vacuum issue? Just guessing.

Time for a stainless steel bumper upgrade. That is probably the only one you will find new. Good luck.

No problem. At least the last post was only 90 days old. I still think we need an award. Maybe post their name in Hot Pink or something hideous. Nothing against newbies but it always seems to be the new people that do it. Just goes to show how much information has been covered on this site. If you need info about a Z it is here and has probably been discussed at least once in the last 10 years. I see you joined in 2004 so technically your not a newbie, just very quiet I guess. John