Everything posted by Patcon
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		Just what the Doctor ordered. 1977 280z
		
		You're killing me. Tons of progress
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		Lower steering shaft u-joint
		
		Off of memory, you disconnect the rag joint. Take the bolt out at the lower end and pull it off the rack. That last part is usually harder than it sounds.
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		71 at Copart in Arlington WA
		
		This one runs tomorrow https://www.copart.com/lot/38427609 I saw it when it was in Mass, which is where the title is from. Look at the big holes int he doors and rockers. You know there is more of that! $4,600 already!
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		[2019] What Did You Do To/with Your Z Today?
		
		Early gas cap too. Those are pretty rare also...
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		71 at Copart in Arlington WA
		
		I thought I would tag on here instead of creating a new thread. I watched a 71 240z roll through Copart today. It had a Florida title and was probably really rusty. It went through for $4,550! plus fees (maybe another 20%). It sold to Poland. So it has to be shipped to Europe on top of that!! Amazing...
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		[2019] What Did You Do To/with Your Z Today?
		
		Pictures!!
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		Franklin Mint Z
		
		So it has some damage history. That makes the numbers even more interesting
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		Whining sound when lights on
		
		I agree the voltage numbers look pretty good. Someone else could probably chime in but the voltage going down, might just be the charge leveling out in the battery. Not my specialty. Since the voltages are good and it doesn't appear the alternator is being worked overly hard, then I would suspect the noise is from the alternator, but it does appear to be working properly.
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		1970 240z uk project
		
		You're through paint, which is the hard part. Maybe it will get easier from here. Did you find new crenelated mustache bar washers somewhere?
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		FutoFab CV axles
		
		Hadn't heard that. Too bad...
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		Replacement Door Plate
		
		The plates in the door jamb are riveted. The one on the shock tower uses small screws. I think its best if they go back this way. PM an address and I will drop you some
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		Replacement Door Plate
		
		@Mike I have a box of pop rivets that should be correct for the door plate. If you would like some...
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		240k Race car - GTR tribute
		
		Horsepower Heads appears to do some really cool stuff!
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		240k Race car - GTR tribute
		
		That's some cool head work! Hard to find people who can handle that kind of work.
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		New to the forum, 240Z with most dealer options
		
		I would say two owner cars are getting very rare. I would start with a whole different engine and set the numbers matching engine to the side. Get an L28 motor and tweak it a little bit.
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		FutoFab CV axles
		
		Did you do the mods on the OBX?
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		New to the forum, 240Z with most dealer options
		
		Welcome, it's a nice looking car!
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		Whining sound when lights on
		
		If the belt has any real wear, replace it. That's cheap. Then check the battery voltage with the car running and report back Check the battery voltage before starting the car and then after.
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		FutoFab CV axles
		
		Guy, your original halfshafts appear to be in really good condition. Were they exhibiting any symptoms?
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		HLS30-00640 Up for Auction on eBay
		
		If I had to guess $600-1000 depending on condition. Most of the hoods I see for sale are about $300. So I doubled that and went from there. I don't know that I've ever seen an early hood
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		Dreaded steering rack.....
		
		Thanks. It's about time to post an update as it is slowly moving again.
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		Do NOT buy a 123ignition distributor.
		
		Still beautiful though!!!!
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		Brake Booster Problems with Heat
		
		When one of the brake circuits (front or back) fails, there is a piston in there that slides and illuminates the brake light in the speedometer
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		HLS30-00640 Up for Auction on eBay
		
		That's a shame. The last clear glass I saw discussed was in the $2k range. So the glass alone makes the car appealing to someone who has the right car needing parts. @hiyabrad It's a long way from you but it may have something you want
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		Dreaded steering rack.....
		
		In here somewhere. Probably the last few pages
 
    
    
    
    
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