Ron Carter

That goes without saying... R

I would look to ZONC in northern california since this is from the blackhawk show.

If it is an early B box, those gear ratios are really good for the track with a 4.44 differential. It should have steel syncros too... R

If it is not a dog leg box then it is not the rally box. (I have had a rally box and you dont want it anyway). I stick with my original guess. R

26th, yes the car has come a long way since the convention...it really has changed...it's hard to explain. I corrected a few decals, added the American Lemans wheels, got it running and driving, Lowered the car, put a Racing alignment on it, and presto!!! There are a few details left, a heat shield for the carbs and correct headlight covers and she will be done. A short list for MSA... Gav, the headers are a copy of Peter Brocks design in 1970. BRE never sold this header to the public, and quite frankly there are newer designs now that probably work better, but this header is really unique. There is one guy in North America who has the original header and he made a copy for my car. The cost of this header compaired to a header from Jere Stahl is astronomical, but for historical accuracy.... BTW, Gav I have Light Weight Racing Panasports for race wheels, the American Lemans wheels are for show. anyway, Thank you all for your nice words it has been a great project and I am looking forward to sharing the car with everyone at MSA. R

if it is a 5 spd, B box most likely it is a FS5C71B, which is an early Japanese 5spd. The last one of these I bought used ran me $100.00 USD. Is it a dog-leg transmission or does it have a standard shift pattern?

Good plan, I can just about guarantee that I will have the loudest (exhaust) Z there.... :>

I actually think we have sold one to someone with a 280Z, and it was not an issue. But I am just not sure.

http://www.gracieland.org/cars/techtalk/gearing2.html

I have had them for years, there is no issue.

sorry guys no freebie's...If you want to bring the car down to San Diego, I can see what we can do on installation to check clearances. Ron

Stephen, I will probably be seeing a lot of you this year as Cal Speedway is the closest track to me, here in San Diego.

Coastieee240z are you going to the MSA show in April/May of this year? If so, come by and say hi. R

Jmark, I consult with PDK on a regular basis. And your response above is my response to them. There are some minor differences between the 240Z and 280Z that we have not been able to fully research, so the answer above is a fair one. However I am reaonably confident that the PDK bar will fit your car without modification. I would suggest contacting Mark at PDK, they are good guys that want to help you. Ron

Well, I dont want to hijack this post...but we are waiting for the "correct" headlight covers. We have had one set molded up, but they dont fit quite right so I have an old set painted to match and taped on for the photos. They would probably fly off while being towed so we remove them until they need to be installed. As soon as I can get the correct set that fits correctly we will install them in a more perminant fashion. As for my job...well I own or am partners in 3 companies. Ron

Yes, he drove the car and signed my dash, along with my copy of the stainless steel carrot...there should be several pictures of Peter driving my car...A film crew, probably from the Speed channel showed up to film Peter driving the car as well, so i will look for that shot on speed in a few weeks. here are a few photos you have not seen: http://www.classicdatsunracing.classicdatsun.com/RC_240Z.html

I can't believe that I am lining this out: 240Z chassis with blown up motor in southern california $1000.00 Labor to strip chassis including drivetrain $500.00 Bodywork and paint $6000 Custom fabrication for fuel cell, rollcage, seat brackets, stitchwelded chassis and minor rust repair $8000 from PDK Fabrication Engine, Carbs, custom header, oil filter adapter, racing oil pan -"Priceless" BRE original equipment American Le Mans Wheels (two sets) -more money than I care to admit to Custom exhaust with megaphones $550 custom suspension from DP Racing $2400 Coilovers, struts etc $1150 Labor Misc. $2000 racing 4 wheel allignment $300 two close ratio overdrive 5 spds $800 each (rebuilt) two R-190's one 3.9 one 4.44 $1450.00 fiberglass hood $500.00 custom fiberglass headlight covers $300 front spook, rear 432 spoiler $300 euro tail lights $300 (three years ago) AN Fittings for oil, fuel and brakes $1600 plus much, much more that I left out..... The look on Peter Brock's face when he drove the car last weekend- Priceless

thanks 26th- Z!! Cant wait for the spread in Sports Car International written by Pete Brock. Ben, your welcome to come by anytime for a ride!! Again, great photos! R