GunnerRob

That's Gooooood! But don't forget the frogs. And not far from the truth either. After all, sometimes the wackos get their way.

I was emailed the pic sometime last year and thought it was interesting and funny. Actually, that photo was taken outside of the US. I'm sorry to say I can't remember where it was taken! If you'd like a copy I'd be glad to send it to you. Rob

An old man lived alone in Idaho. He wanted to spade his potato garden, but it was very hard work. His only son, Bubba, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament. Dear Bubba, I am feeling pretty bad because it looks like I won't be able to plant my potato garden this year. I'm just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. If you were here, all my troubles would be over. I know you would dig the plot for me. Love, Dad A few days later he received a letter from his son. Dear Dad, For heaven's sake, dad, don't dig up that garden, that's where I buried the BODIES. Love Bubba At 4 A.M. the next morning, F.B.I. agents and local police showed up and dug up the entire area without finding any bodies. They apologized to the old man and left. That same day the old man received another letter from his son. Dear Dad. Go ahead and plant the potatoes now. It's the best I could do under the circumstances. Love, Bubba

Mike, MotorsportAuto has them. They are illustrated in their latest flier on page 4. They're asking $189.95 plus $8.98 for shipping for all four. Here's the web site page. http://www.motorsportauto.com/Flyer/flyer_4.htm

Ed, I've attached a link to a page from McMaster-Carr that caries 18-8 and 316 stainless steel carriage bolts in the sizes Victor mentioned. Hope this helps! Here's their web site. http://www.mcmaster.com/

Hi Burt, If you still have the original 30 year old tires that came with the car, Katz may be interested in them. He's been looking for original '70 factory tires for quite a long time now. He has been a very helpful member of our club and is a nice guy. He can be reached through this site on the home page. That's his blue "Car of the Month". I know if they are the correct tires he would be very appeciative.

Hi Burt. If I recall correctly, you bought a red 240Z. I had a British Racing Green 280Z that I put 14X6 Enkie style mesh wheels (actually Western Wheels version) on that had the gold mesh with polished aluminum rims (outer portion) and 2 ear knockoffs. These wheels gave it a traditional sports car look that I like. I've seen photos of this wheel/knockoff combo on red Z cars that look very nice. I can't recall what size tires I had on them though. Probably 205/60/14's. I do remember they were BF Goodrich Euro t/a's. Very sticky tires, but they wore out quickly! I got maybe 25,000 miles out of a set. Good luck and have fun!

Hi Rick, Do you think the comraderie stems from the fact that both of our countries were former colonies, that we are independant thinkers, and we don't take crap from rogue nations? Aside from that, I do enjoy hearing from and learning about people from other countries around the globe! Not to mention their enjoyment of my favorite car. BTW, my thanks go to you and your countrymen for staying by our side in international affairs!

Mike, Now that it's been a couple of weeks since my post I gathered that. Thanks for the reply.:classic:

Bonnie, I copied that peeping eyeball and placed it on my screen as wallpaper and now my wife can't use the computer! Especially when I tiled it!! But, I think it's funny. And I get more computer time! BTW, someone here has an avatar instructing kids (or anyone for that matter) on the proper way to slit your wrists. THAT'S scary

Have you thought about doing it yourself? I've found this material at a fabric store to use for a headliner and it wasn't expensive at all. I think it cost me $8 to $10 US for one square yard (36" square). That and a can of 3M spray adhesive and you're outta there for under $20. Good luck, Rob

[What is needed is not a buncha warnings stickered all over the car, or stupid ideas like "never use cc in the rain", but EDUCATION of drivers on the physics of how a car works, and parking lot driving tests at and beyond a car's limits, so drivers will know what to expect and how to react when they inadvertently exceed their cars' limits in the real world.] Dan, I couldn't agree with you more. It boggles my mind to hear how some people completely panic under minor abnormal driving situations. It's like I what to tell these people "go out to a empty parking lot or field somewhere and invoke your car into these situations to see and feel what it's like and then learn to correct it!" GET PREPARED! IT'S YOUR LIFE!!! I'm with you. The less government intervention the better. BTW I don't use CC in my other car. I prefer to control ALL aspects of driving a car.

My wife's uncle forwarded this to us today and I've never heard of this before. What do you think? (I realize this isn't Z related, but I'd think that a lot of you all have vehicles with this option that may affect you) "This is something good to know, in case you like to use the cruise control An individual had a wreck a couple of weeks ago and totaled their Lincoln Town Car. She hydroplaned on Hwy 135 between Gladewater & Kilgore, Texas. She was not hurt, just emotionally rattled! She learned a lesson I'd like to pass on to you. You may know this already--but the highway patrolman told her that you should NEVER drive in the rain with your cruise control on. He said if you did and hydroplaned (which she did) that when your tires were off the road your car would accelerate to a high rate of speed (which it did). You don't have much, if any control when you hydroplane, but you are totally in the hands of God when the car accelerates. She took off like she was in an airplane. She is so thankful she made it through that ordeal. Please pass the word around about not using cruise control when the pavement is wet or icy. The highway patrolman said this should be on the sun-visor with the warning about airbags. The only person she found out who knew this (besides the patrolman) was a man who had a similar accident and totaled his car. This has made her wonder if this is not why so many of our young people are dying in accidents. Be careful out there!" web site for confirmation: http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/cruisecontrol.htm

2manyZs, When I had my 62 MG Midget we called Lucas the Prince of Darkness!

I sure wouldn't want to have to change the air filters (if it had them!). It appears that you'd have to remove the fender to do this.

Eleven people were hanging on a rope under a helicopter, ten men and one Woman. The rope was not strong enough to carry them all, so they decided that one has to drop off. Otherwise they are all going to fall. They were not able to choose that person, but then the woman made a very touching speech. She said that she would voluntarily let go of the rope, because as a woman she was used to giving up everything for her husband and kids, and for men in general, without ever getting anything in return. As soon as she finished her speech, all the men started clapping their hands. :stupid:

The results of litigation.

Multiple choice speed limits.

Now HERE"S truth in advertising!

This guy wasn't passed. He got blown off by a Z!!!

A couple on their way to get their marriage license, are unfortunately, killed in an accident. They arrive at the Pearly Gates and St. Peter lets them in. After the initial shock, they ask St. Peter: "Since we were on the way to get married, do you think we might be able to get married here in Heaven?" St. Peter says; "Hmm, no one has ever asked that before. Let me investigate and I'll get back to you." 3 months go by, and during that time the couple has had time to reflect and consider the ramifications of their decision. St. Peter FINALLY arrives and says; "Whew, YES you can indeed get married in Heaven!" The couple then says: "St. Peter, thank you, but we've been thinking. Here in Heaven things are FOREVER, and 'Till death do us part...' won't work. What happens if we want to get a divorce later?" At this point, St. Peter obviously frustrated, throws down his clipboard and shouts: "Darn it all, I've just spent THREE MONTHS trying to find a PRIEST, and NOW you want me to find a LAWYER?????"

I've done this so many times that I can swap one out in ten minutes! I'd try what BambiKiller240 suggests first. If that doesn't do the trick, make sure you get the correct starter for your Z. Preferably a Nissan unit. BTW, Napa sells them with a "lifetime" warranty that I can vouch for. And I've noticed that starters generally last about 3-4 years.

Mike, Speaking as a 56k modem user, I don't see that much of a difference in download speeds. I actually prefer the new 6 image "stationary" gallery over the single "revolving" image display that is currently on the far right side. If I want to check out a thread before I check out an image in the gallery, I don't have to open a new window to do so. Otherwise, when I return to the main page the previous image is replaced. How often do you have the new gallery changing images?

The door lock pull knobs on the '78 280z panels are a bit forward of where the earlier Z car's are. Even my '75 280Z's are farther back than the '78's.