rcb280z

Just like what was said above, be prepared to fight the fill and drain plugs. If they haven't been removed for awhile they are going to be difficult. Just equip yourself with the right tools before you get started.

Funny, so be careful when you go to take off now. You will propel a lot easier and faster now. ZOOOM ZOOOM!

That's what I couldn't remember about this. I tried it and ended up replacing my cable. From Zcardepot.com New speedometer cable for Datsun 240Z, 260Z and 280Z, 1970-1978. Replaces the stock speedo cable. Part #: 800-045 If your speedometer is not working or is jumping around this cable might be the fix. So I would check out your speedo before ordering the cable. It also doesn't say its a Nissan part but....

I think there are 2 fuses.

Hi Jai, I'm really surprised you got this from a worn out clutch. Specifically the "very quick starting". Hope you have no more problems with her. Good luck and keep us informed.

Ok, good info!

S30Driver, did you use that on your head bolts?

Dave rebuilt mine about 7 years ago, IIRC, and it is still working like new.

Good luck with the search. They are getting harder to find, especially in good shape, I mean "wood" shape. Welcome to the club!

Here in Cali they're a zillion dollars a dozen! Welcome Chip. More Z pics.

What does this mean?

Holy crap Batman!

Me, myself, and I. So there's 3!

Hoard away! I would if I could. Hell, there aren't any Z's left in the junk yards out here. I may have a set of rear brake shoes, some nuts and bolts and a hood I'm trying to find time to work on. But that's it! I envy you guys that have a surplus of parts. Or that have found "usable" parts.

Well I can remember when white walls were in and curb feelers, etc. Things that make you go, eeeeww gross today. But I sure wish I had an early 240 white walls or not.

Nice! Are those white walls in pic #3?

Greg, I forgot all about those! Thanks for the reminder. I'll also see what Cliff comes up with. I do like the original look. Been looking on ebay for a short period of time with no result.

Is it me or are the amp and temp gauges sitting cockeyed? Nice Fairlady

Excellent! The last time I went into the Nissan dealer here the guy looked at me as if I were speaking in tongue's when I asked if he can check on a part for my 280z! My scuff plates can't even be restored. The driver side anyway.

I had the same thing with my 280. While I was under it one day I noticed a bend in the speedo cable. Replaced it and it went away.

Cliff, are those the scuff plates for your 240? I wish they still had the ones for my 280.

I'd want more pics of the car before I could even consider placing a bid, offer. Under carriage, the wiring issue, proof of turbo, etc, etc. Just looks like a parts car to me. Missing too much. Note the hole where the EGR goes.

Obviously you don't live in California or anywhere that has a "visual" inspection as part of the emissions testing. Or do you have emissions testing at all?

And if it is still the original CAT there should be a heat shield over it. If you have that then more than likely you have one. I know for a fact that a rich running Z wil,l over a short period of time, destroy a cat. Ask me how I know. Iv'e gone through 2 in the last 7 years.

A good tune-up, as mentioned above, is a good start. I do a tune-up on my 77 twice a year. Over kill? Maybe, maybe not. It doesn't give me any trouble. Sometimes I think it's due to boredom. I adjust my valves twice a year and probably only put about 5,000 miles at the most. Lets see a pic of the plugs also if you can. Are they all the same, sooty?