Mike

Yep, that's why this group is so great! We all know how to get things one way or another. You can't find a decent bracket anymore. Most of the unit's I've seen are rusty, bent, or just not available. AFIK, Nissan no longer sells them. The way I look at it, we shouldn't bash a company because of something we can do ourselves. However, they have found a need and filled it with a product. I highly respect this idea and encourage it. I don't have the time, nor the resources, to build my own. So, I have purchased it with the intention of focusing my time elsewhere. Do-it-yourself projects are always a decision between time or money. But I WILL be installing this myself... 😉 As far as my status, I received an update the next day I placed my order with Kyusha. The next batch of brackets are in production now and I'll get one fresh off the press. Mike

I just placed an order for this bracket. I'll let you know how it goes.

Ah this is sad news.. He was an active member here in the past. I remember him fondly. Blessings go out to his family. Rest well, and drive that perfect Z in heaven my friend.

For me, the list is small but complex: Find and install a rebuilt brake switch distribution valve Install higher temp brake fluid (damn headers are too hot) Buy and install a Mikuni heat block shield (again, headers) Buy and install Nismo electric fuel pump and bracket m

Hope everyone has a great new year! BTW, what *ARE* your resolutions (with your Z of course)?

I'll be purchasing this after the new year and installing one of the Nismo pumps. It looks like the pumps are readily available on Ebay. Does anyone know if there was a period-correct pre-filter for this setup?

Yes, there are holes pre-drilled in the frame. I found mine over the summer -- behind the passenger rear wheel and near the tank. Sorry can't find the pic.

Aha! I may have found it!!! FYI, I have no dealings with this business so take at your own risk. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqgj_2NvPjw/?img_index=1 Buy here: https://kyushahouse.myshopify.com/products/zsm-custom-nismo-fuel-pump-bracket-for-s30-240z-280z Mike

I would be interested.. 😉 Also someone mentioned that Taka-something is remanufacturing these. I have no idea who they are, but a link would be much appreciated.

Done, thanks!

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Awesome, I love to see a next generation student driving in style...

@inline6 nice work, she's looking good! Quick question, where'd you get that beautiful brake light switch (looks like a proportioning valve)? Mike

Thanks guys! It's all good, I didn't see how this map update screwed up the profile page but it's a programming thing. Rather than try to fix it, I think we need to do some updates on the server back-end to get the newest update installed first. And, yes I'd love to visit Hungary to go check out their beautiful Z cars !! 😉

I figured it out... our community map module update screwed some things up. I disabled it until I can get the site software update going. Mike

Hey guys! Yeah, I'm here... been on vacation for a bit and kiddo starting High School too soon... so it's been a zoo this summer. I'll take a look at these errors asap. But, just to let you know there's a big software update I need to install and it may take a few days to get everything back to normal again. Sorry things have been pretty afk on my part.. that will change in September when I'm back at the desk more often. Mike

Sure, we have a CAD file section where these would fit perfectly... Mike

Just make sure they are true round and balance is good before you buy them. 😉

Or just click the button that says 'close' ? 🙂

Try again, I was doing some maintenance. In the future, just send me a support ticket or direct message. Mike

Interesting! I can't say I've seen or heard of this before.. following this topic..

Looks like it's working for me... drag and dropped the above image This one I used "select file"

trying now...

For me, here's a small list: Pick a stock color to paint my '71. It would be more valuable later. Don't buy NOS front fenders, just fix the fenders that came on the car (they weren't that bad). Don't install poly bushings, just use new rubber bushings. Don't drill holes in the floor. Never do this. Buy that electric fuel pump bracket you saw on eBay. They are hard to find now. Install stock front valance, the series 1 doesn't need to be modernized. I'm sure I'll keep adding to the list. Mike

So, basically I was thinking about this today and thought it would be a great discussion topic. The question came up as I was working on my Z again this year. Are there some things I would have done differently in my older age and, if I could advise my younger self, what would it be? Related to the topic of this forum, of course.