Everything posted by siteunseen
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Putting in a replacement L-28
Yeah, look at our millitary, they'll take anybody over 18 and pass a physical. I do beleive in the 10% theory but the other 90% seems to set us up for failure.
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Overheating & EGR Delete
Headers and an N42 intake off a '75 or '76. Pre EGR.
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Putting in a replacement L-28
I agree with you on the free money for the young folks but I've had about 25% taken out of my pay for over 30 years. I pay for public education but haven't any kids. My next door neighbors home school their kids and get some kind of tax refund. I do not get that refund money even though I have no kids. Life sucks then we die they say. Bring it on!
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What valve specs y'all like for adjusting
I just caught that. Thanks!
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240z 1973 Valve adjustment if my car has a non-stock cam
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What valve specs y'all like for adjusting
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240z 1973 Valve adjustment if my car has a non-stock cam
My Schneider. 460 lift which is considered a "stage 3" on MSA's website has the same cold adjustment numbers as factory specs, intake .008 and exhaust. 010.
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Getting the 73 Back on the Road
Okay I'm a pervert, I'll admit that but I apologize for going to the dark side after reading the above. Would someone please agree with me? Steve is my hero and I don't wish to upset him.
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Getting the 73 Back on the Road
Boy oh boy! That's NSFW (almost). I must congratulate you on walking the wire, tip toeing around there. Excellent job Steve!
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1975 fuel rail
That's absolutely true. My fuel rail is cool to the touch. I consider it an open system. I used a '78 fpr with one in and one out. It constantly flows fuel.
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1975 fuel rail
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Prothane or Hyperflex
You're asking us with all that experience? We need you!
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Pulling L28 engine
I'll add don't overthink or get intimidated, just get a good plan after researching the previous posts. It's really easy. I did my 1st one by myself after reading this book. It's the Z Bible if you ask me. https://www.amazon.com/Rebuild-Nissan-Datsun-Engine-Publisher/dp/B004X9A0OA
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Pulling L28 engine
Set some time aside and read. It's been gone over many times and you will learn the tricks/shortcuts. Very easy with the right preparations. https://www.google.com/search?q=280z+engine+removal+classiczcars.com+&client=ms-android-americamovil-us-revc&source=android-home&source=hp&ei=WpdPYdLgGsKygge18KiwCQ&oq=280z+engine+removal+classiczcars.com+&gs_lcp=ChFtb2JpbGUtZ3dzLXdpei1ocBADMgUIIRCgATIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKsCMgUIIRCrAjIFCCEQqwI6AggpOgUIKRCgAToECCkQRzoFCCkQgAQ6BwgpEAoQoAE6BggpEBYQHjoECCkQCjoNCCkQxwEQrwEQDRCTAjoOCAAQ6gIQjwEQjAMQ5QI6BQgAEIAEOgsILhCABBCxAxCDAToICC4QgAQQsQM6DgguEIAEELEDEMcBENEDOgsILhCxAxDHARCjAjoLCAAQgAQQsQMQgwE6CAgAEIAEELEDOgsILhCABBCxAxCTAjoLCC4QgAQQxwEQrwE6BQgAELEDOggIABCxAxCDAToICAAQgAQQyQM6BQgAEJIDOgQIABANOgcIABDJAxANOgYIABAWEB46CAghEBYQHRAeOgUIABCGA1CULljI3AFg0OcBaAJwAHgAgAHFAYgBwx2SAQQwLjI2mAEAoAEBsAEe&sclient=mobile-gws-wiz-hp
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Random Misfire while cruising
Yes, pretty much narrows it down to the rear carburetor. I'm not sure if the SUs have an idle circuit but that's what it sounds like.
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Radiator support panel
A quick google, I was looking for Tabco but they don't have anything. Good luck! https://www.google.com/search?q=datsun+280z+lower+radiator+support&client=ms-android-americamovil-us-revc&ei=OYZPYc-qGt2awbkPxYWoqAY&oq=datsun+280z+lower+rad&gs_lcp=ChNtb2JpbGUtZ3dzLXdpei1zZXJwEAEYATIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKABMgUIIRCgATIICCEQFhAdEB4yCAghEBYQHRAeOgQIABBHOgYIABAHEB46BQgAEM0COgQIABANOggIABANEAUQHjoFCAAQgAQ6BggAEAUQHjoICAAQBxAFEB46BAgeEAo6BwghEAoQoAE6BQghEKsCOgYIABAWEB5QlxRYu-YBYPj3AWgBcAF4AIAB0wGIAaEokgEGMi4zNi4xmAEAoAEByAEIwAEB&sclient=mobile-gws-wiz-serp
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COVID-19
Those dopes that have TV shows for living in Alaska need a little covid. That's what I consider ironic. They go off grid and then have a production crew around all the time.
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Triple carbs for stroker motor
I've used futofab for parts simply because of the shipping prices. I live closer to the East coast so he saves me a good bit. But he has been very helpful as far as a gentleman that owns a business. I give him 5 stars! Would buy from him again.
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New job for me!
There's 3 kinds of jobs in my experience. 1. Wash your after the restroom. 2. Wash your hands before the restroom. 3. Wash before AND after. I've always washed mine beforehand. That's because I hated school and wound up working in the service businesses. I'm a hands on type guy that gets a good feeling helping those that can't help themselves. The pay sucks but money has never been a priority in my life. My parents always gave me a good life and i loved them for that. I'm so thankful for you guys positive comments on my ife decision to go to less stress/less money. I do not care about money. I want to sleep good.
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1977 280z random lost power
BCDD ? Maybe? https://www.google.com/search?q=bcdd+adjust+classiczcars.com+&client=ms-android-americamovil-us-revc&source=android-home&source=hp&ei=Wb5MYZ6mBo2Nr7wP9suXqAI&oq=bcdd+adjust+classiczcars.com+&gs_lcp=ChFtb2JpbGUtZ3dzLXdpei1ocBADMgUIIRCgATIFCCEQqwIyBQghEKsCMgUIIRCrAjoCCCk6BggpEBYQHjoFCCkQgAQ6BAgpEA06DQgpEMcBEK8BEA0QkwI6CAgpEIAEELEDOgUIKRCgAToOCAAQ6gIQjwEQjAMQ5QI6DgguEIAEELEDEIMBEJMCOggIABCxAxCDAToRCC4QgAQQsQMQgwEQxwEQowI6CAgAEIAEELEDOg4ILhCABBCxAxDHARCjAjoFCC4QgAQ6BQgAEIAEOgsIABCABBCxAxCDAToICC4QsQMQgwE6CwguEIAEEMcBEKMCOgsILhCxAxDHARCjAjoOCC4QgAQQsQMQxwEQ0QM6EQguEIAEELEDEMcBEKMCEJMCOg4ILhCABBDHARCvARCTAjoECAAQCjoLCC4QgAQQxwEQrwE6CAgAEBYQChAeOgcIIRAKEKABUOiGDFjh7wxgrf4MaAFwAHgAgAGMAogB-xOSAQYwLjE1LjGYAQCgAQGwAR4&sclient=mobile-gws-wiz-hp Or the tps
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New job for me!
I've got a few more years before I can retire so I figure I'll make them the best I can. I didn't really want to post about something so personal but now I'm glad I did. All the positive replies from you guys have really made me feel good about my decision. Thank you all so very much! I don't like change but y'alls support has made a huge impact on me and my decision. What a great group of friends I have here! I only hope my contributions are helpful to someone. 1 person at least and I sleep good tonight.
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‘71 sputters going uphill
Look for cracks or jump marks on your cap. They look like small lightning bolts to me. That means it's jumping spark from center to the cap points. Not good.
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‘71 sputters going uphill
I widened the gap too when I went to the ZX distributor and coil. Still the bp6es plugs though. Those newer ones with the needle looking core aren't worth a crap in my opinion. You want the most contact/strike area you can get.
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New job for me!
Nothing like Dilbert. I still need to wash my hands BEFORE I take a leak. I've gone from buying building materials to selling them. I'm a people person, love to help people, so this is a good fit for me as get older. It's a huge company, Lowes building material. I'm most excited about getting my feet wet in the "new" business model everything is going to, computers! Half my day is working on a keyboard, the other is helping customers get what they need. My years of working for a general contractor were a great help in getting the position and pay. I see me retiring from this company. All the other, co-workers, benefits and the chain of command are fantastic. I can do anything (legal) and not get fired. Being personable has cemented my position with these folks and pretty much every other aspect of my life. The Golden Rule I was taught. Not the stupid one that narcissist believe, "the man with the gold makes the rules". Don't live that lie.
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New job for me!
I've worked for 2 people, self centered narcissistic micro managers what's in it for me type for 35 years. I made a life improving decision to go to the corporate workforce and after two weeks I love it! When I leave I LEAVE. Nothing but family matters when I clock out now. They don't even know my phone number. I took a small pay cut but the nonexistent stress evens it out by way far. My beer and stress eating make up the difference plus some. Money is time don't jive anymore. How I spend my time is #1 now. So now my time is worth more than money to me as it should be to everyone else too. Smell the roses my friends.