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Both great tips. Thanks! I just like doing things the hard way .

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35670 Try this thread

He mentioned a number of items: ( I write these as best I understood them) He spoke about the rear hatch hinges. He was mentioned that some of the earlier designs were not as 'clean' as the final design, which has the hinges essentially hidden. He said the gas strut for the hatch was innovative. Other ideas were a torsion spring or coil spring to assist the lift. He said he should have pateneted the gas strut. It would have made him very rich . He mention the front bumber originally was supposed to have a rubber strip in the center section. Apparently this feature was deleted by management. He said they called the color known as 920 Safari gold, "Sahara Brown" or Safari Brown- not Gold. (it really does look more like a tan than gold). He spent a lot of time talking with the Japanese Nostalgic guys, at least a 30 min interview. JN also took a lot of pictures of him with my car and the Bondurant Z car. I can't wait to see what JN has to report. It really was a great event.

Wow, what a great event! Really enjoyed speaking with Mr. Matsuo. He walked around the car with me and shared some of the design challenges on the 240. Just incredible! Was nice to have him sign under the hood. Also got the autographed charcoal. Very nice event, thanks for hosting this DHM.

I'll be there. No way I'm gonna miss that.

I had to laugh at all the debris under your cowl. I had the same exact thing on my '73Z. Took me about an hour to vacuum every thing out. Looked like the car swallowed a tree.

They look a lot like my Recarro's. Looks like they have been re-upholstered though.

"I'm in love with my car"- By Queen 'The machine of a dream, such a clean machine. With those pistons a pumpin' ,and the hubcaps all gleam. I'm holding your wheel, all I hear is your gear, with my hand on your grease gun, man it's like a disease son...." "Told my girl, I had to forget her. Rather buy me a new carburetor (triple Webbers maybe?)"

Hi Frankie, Just a quick question, did you remove the light bulbs or disconnect the two wires that attach to the light housing (for the parking lights). Usually the problem is the housing. Also, when you hook the two wires back together, make sure the color is correct: black to black, and green with red stripe to green with red stripe. Typically, when I have had this issue, I disconnect all connections and attach them back together one by one. Best to use an ammeter if you have one, or observe the cars ammeter. When you see the high current, that the problem. If you have done this already, then maybe Dave can help some. I am not familiar with his system Hope that helps, Rich

I am glad to hear that Colin helped you out on this. Personally, I am not so happy with him. Nissan/Colin used my ‘70Z for the Nismo 40th anniversary shoot and never even sent a thank you or pictures that I was promised. I was told by Colin that he would send proofs so I could forward them to my dad, but they never came. My e-mails were not answered and phone calls ignored following the shoot. So I gave up. The only pics I got were the ones I could garner from the internet. :disappoin

There were actually two other tribute cars on e-bay recently. One had a white engine bay (and I knew the owner) and the other had a black engine bay and a host of other differences. This is is the third that I have seen and seems to have the nicest motor of the bunch. All nice looking cars.

Well, finished up sanding on the '73 and it's off to Lance's shop for some 901 silver. Should have it back in a month or less. Now it's time to clean parts and get items ready for re-assembly. Saw this sticker on the back of a panel and don't understand a word it says. Looks like a man with four arms and a funky hat walking near his house.

or read up on the R/T mount. That works for me on my '71

zyulatr has posted pics on the main page. Need more though

Best and safest way to remove oil pan with motor in is to remove the two bolts from the passenger side motor mount rubber. Raise the mount arm with jack approx 1" and slide a 3/4" block of wood in the gap. Lower and remove jack. This is all the space you need to remove oil pan. One concern I would have is that you removed the oil pump...did you remove the shaft that goes to the distributor? If you did, you will now face some timing issues. Get's tricky there. For the pan, first, double check all bolts are out. then I would tap the sides with a rubber mallet

so will you be selling the front Amco bumper guard? I am in the market for a nice one on my '73.

Some of my faves....I would give that hardtop jag best of show. Pics do not do the car justice. It was incredible. Amazing I got the picture of the Lexus. Crowd around it the whole time.

The cars

That's pretty, I like it. VIN not too far from mine. I am curious to know what you paid.

SoCal Z Owners, don't forget the Cars and Coffee this weekend. I will be there around 6:00 AM to save us an area. See you there, Rich

Thanks for the heads up. I am planning on being there before 6:30. I will try and save a number of spots for the Z cars. Looks like we have at least 10 coming so far. The more the better! Rich

Seems to be a very nice car, but hard to tell for sure from the pictures (as always). The interior looks great. Even has the original radio and very clean console and dash. Does not appear to be a cap. That is impressive. Paint seems excellent, though it's very hard to tell from pictures. I am guessing the paint is original since the dash looks that good. Also looks like someone went hog wild with the undercoat. I think that is a dealer item that varies from car to car. The undercoat in my '73 is pretty random, not as heavy as this one. May have something to do with this one being back east. Would like to see more of the undercarriage. The passenger side frame rail looks to be a little beat up, but hard to tell because the pic gets cut off. Also, seems to be a lot of surface rust on the undercarriage, but very normal. Regarding the 20K mileage? Could easily be 120K. Looks like some decent Michelin XZX tires on it, so they are not originals, but definitely have been on there for a while, same as my '73 with 147K. So, my guess at value? Given the attached information, I am going to say between $10K to $18K. I would love for it to be $25k (which would mean my '70 is way under-insured at $30K), but I think that is high. Just my thoughts....FWIW

Well, after doing the rust abatement on the fenders, no way I could put the old bolts on. So what to do...zinc'em of course. I replaced the standard round washers and lock washers from a kit, but zinced the unique items. Caswell has the kit at a discount this month for those interested.

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35458&highlight=intake+manifold+torque here it is