240 in OZ

Ive only seen two cars here in Australia that had them fitted as factory option and both were early series 1 cars (ie vents in rear hatch etc). There is a good discussion thread somewhere on it, with pictures posted. I think Wick glosses over it in his HTR book as well. Regards Joseph

The mysterious cutout above the hazard light switch in the dash is for the optional driving light operation switch. FWIW Joseph

This discussion of plastic panel colour is interesting and Im glad it has been bought up. I have removed all of the plastic interior panels from my 71 240z and they are black on both sides. When I got the car the removable tailight access covers were missing. I got a pair from a z car wreckers. When I got them I was interested to note they were red on the rear side and black on the outside. I have always thought that they were red originally on both sides and were sprayed black in the past by a previous owner. Now, Im not too sure. A red interior is also pretty rare to see here in Australia. Regards Joseph Gauci

I wanted to bring this one up again. I have received recent information stating that there may have been a recall done early on in production of the 240z of this master cylinder; does anyone know anything about this? This would explain why I havent seen amny of them. If this is the case and my car didnt go through the recall program, I am entertaining the thought of contacting Nissan Australia to see if I can get a replacement part. Any help is appreciated. Regards Joseph Gauci

Alan Did you happen upon Kats on your recent visit to Japan; he seems to have disappeared from internet land?

Victor Yes, but the material is non-weatherproof. Also the bottom of the "bag" was badly perished so I cannot ascertain if it was fully sealed off at some time in the past. It may just be a crazy previous owner mod, who knows. But, why choose to store the antenna in this fashion. The mast has obviously been broken off at some stage and the unit replaced. Why not remove the old power unit all together? Regards Joseph

Hey Chris Thanks for the reply; let me know what you find out. If it turns out to be original Ill arrange some pics and post them. Regards Joseph

Hey Guys I did a little exploring in my 240z over the weekend just passed and decided to remove the inner hatch plastic trim panels. When I removed the panel covering the radio antenna side I discovered a non-original, non-powered antenna installed (as expected) and also a curious looking object wrapped up in a blue cotton type material bag. It was pushed into the cavity between the inner wheel well and the reinforcement metal in the area. On closer inspection I discovered that the object was plugged directly into the original power antenna wiring harness and was also secured to the hatch area using the original threaded rod which is secured in the cavity. Upon removal and unwrapping I discovered what is the original Harada brand power antenna. The mast has been removed, the mast tube is gone along with the antenna connection to the lead. The motor doesnt work and the extender coil has been snapped off. The case is in pretty reasonable condition. I am curious to know if the bag that I found it wrapped in is original or not? The bag was badly perished on the base. It is of a blue, non-weatherproof material and it has two slits cut into it, one corresponds to the wiring location on the case and one corresponds to the mast location. The bag was double thickness of material. The car is a 71 240z. I had a 75 260z 2+2 which also had the original antenna in it and I remember that it wasnt in a bag. So, is this original maybe to early cars only? Anyone else seen this? Regards Joseph

Hello Interested readers I removed the clutch master cylinder on may car and found the makers name on the side that I couldnt read while it was installed on the car. The makers name is Tokico, which matches the slave cylinder, rear wheel cylinders and also the brake master cylinder of my car. I assume by this that the unit I have is the original/correct unit for my car. I do believe that it may have been removed in the past however as the flare nut on the line was a little rounded where someone has had a go at it with an assumed open end spanner. I removed the line successfully using a flare nut/line spanner. What is interesting is that the makers name appears to have been ground away; ie if you wernt looking for the word Tokico or Nabco you wouldnt be able to recognise it. Not sure what to offer re this. The units (slave and master) are being sleeved and rebuilt this week. Regards Joseph

Richard Thanks for the reply/info on the clutch master cylinder. The thing that I am concerned with at the moment with mine is that I cannot find Nabco written on it anywhere. On the side that is visible from the drivers side fender there is Japan and 5/8" only, no makers name. I am yet to see what is on the other side, but based preliminary investigation appears to be nothing. Are you saying that in going from the firewall along the cylinder itself you hit the line BEFORE you hit the reservoir? I have been doing some searching for details and have found this shape master used in Japanese home market cars, but am yet to see it in "export" models. Would you have a pic of yours? Thanks Joseph

Hey Mike Thanks for doing that. What text does yours have on it, both sides if you are able to see the reverse side. I wouldnt mind a few more replies on this one so I have a bigger sample to base my decision on. Thanks Joseph

Mike Thanks for the reply. I think that all master cylinders, both clutch and brake, are in imperial measurements, no matter where they were manufactured. I have the original Tokico slave and it has an imperial size. Please take a close look at the arrangement of the line into the cylinder body itself. See how in mine, if you go from the firewall to the reservoir you come across the line first; others I have seen have the line past the reservoir, going from the firewall. Joseph

Hello It looks like I may need to have my clutch master cylinder sleeved and rebuilt. I am trying to ascertain if the unit that is currently installed in my car is correct/original equipment as supplied by the factory or if it has been replaced with an aftermarket unit. I dont want to invest money into having the unit done and find out that it isnt correct. The car in question is a 1971 240z, Australian (RHD) specification. Is anyone out there able to post pics or a description of the clutch master cylinder that they have installed in there car if they know it is correct/original equipment for a 71 240z. Im not sure if the LHD and RHD markets varied as to what was factory installed. I have attached a picture of it. The text on the side visible when standing beside the drivers side front fender says 5/8" and then Japan. I havent been able to ascertain what text, if any, is on the other side as I cannot get my head in there to take a look. I tried sticking the camera in there blindly but the photo didnt work out. If anyone is able to help me out asap it would be appreciated. Regards Joseph

I think they may be the overflow hoses? They may be used to run fuel into the air cleaner box if a back up occurs in the system. Joseph

Hello Members I am trying to ascertain the correct/original specification for the hose that goes over the top of the carb body and terminates at the air cleaner. It is an air/vaccum hose. I am assuming that vaccum type hose is correct for this area. Is someone that has the correct original type Nissan hose still installed in this area able to measure both internal and external diameter of this hose for me. Length of both hoses (ie front and rear) would also be appreciated. Would someone be able to supply a genuine Nissan part number for this hose? Thanks for any reply. Regards Joseph

Hello Greg FWIW, the part number of the ones that I purchased is RUJ-1781. The universal joint is an internal circlip type, cap dimension 25mm and circlip to circlip dimension 44mm. They have a grease nipple which screws into one of the caps. They are made in Japan. Note that the company that I purchased mine from is known as Hardy-Spicer (Im in Australia); I assume they relate to Spicer in some way. They are to fit the driveshaft of a car with an original A type 5 speed transmission as standard, ie driveshaft is flanged at both ends. Regards Joseph

Just doing the same thing. Is this what you are looking for? Regards Joseph

Would bicycle brake cable work for this application? Regards Joseph

Hey Luke Thanks for posting the info as requested. It is a little confusing I must admit and sounds like something is strange with your car. It cannot have two numbers, and either the firewall or the b/w Datsun plate have been changed out with another car. #945 would have been complianced in 07/71 #1331 probably in 10/71 (based on the guess on my car) Hmmm, what have we opened up here! Regards Joseph

Has anyone posted pics of this event to the web yet? Regards Joseph

Hello Luke Are you able to post the compliance date of your car (as seen on the data plate inside the engine bay). I own RHD#1282 and am curious to know what month in 71 your car was complianced. Are you also able to post the original L24 engine number? Thanks for any reply. Joseph