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Got it, thank you! Now to see if I can figure out what it is saying. lol

I have not. Is that in a files/resources section of the website?

I figured at least some of them were for the radio. Are they all radio related? There is no radio in the car. I'll install one so I will need to know what wires are for what please.

I have a bunch of wires in the center, right above the tranny tunnel, that are connected to nothing. Can someone help with identifying what each of these should be connected to? Here are several pictures I just took. https://photos.app.goo.gl/AtbSgkaMo9Fm5uT8A

Does anyone have the PROPER way to connect the under dash electronic fuel pump wiring in a 240Z? For testing purposes the connection in this picture (green and black/white wires) was jumpered and it worked. Being that there is a molex plug here there must be more to wiring it up properly. I've been told that the factory had it wired to the oil pressure gauge so that if the car lost oil pressure it would stop the fuel pump.

Huge help, than you @Yarb Now I need to find one! I'm looking for part #13015-21002, the part is called SERVICE FILE CAM-FUEL PUMP. It is #9 in this diagram: https://www.carpartsmanual.com/datsun/Z-1969-1978/engine-240z-260z/camshaft-valve-mechanism/9

What is the round part that is on the front of the cam which the fuel pump arm rides? I'm needing to get one and need to know what it is called so I can search for it.

WOW, and mention of Cybersanford (eBay seller) too...I've not see that name in many years.

Is this what you are looking for?

I just wanted to verify something before placing an order. I'm needing these: https://zcardepot.com/products/water-hose-nipple-intake-bypass-connector-oem-240z?_pos=68&_sid=780dca1dc&_ss=r Per the description these are for numbers 19 and 22 in the diagram. Would this also not be the same part for number 20 in the diagram? Or is that a different one for some reason?

That's perfect, exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

Does anyone have a good picture of the rear driver side of a 240Z engine showing how the rear engine sling and water bypass are mounted? I've searched all over the internet and the closest I could find was something Arne posted in 2009...it just did not quite show what I'm after. I believe both of these go on the rear most intake/exhaust bolt/stud though I'm not sure which order they install in. I am thinking that the water bypass is first and the engine sling is second. Please help me verify.

Welcome back @=Enigma=, good to see you on here again. As for others I remember, KMack, escanlon...oh man my memory is failing me at the moment. There were so many regulars.

Thank you for confirming what I thought to be the case.

Thank you for confirming what I thought to be the case.

I was at the local Z shop yesterday for something else and talked to the guy who basically was saying the same thing. Because of the overlap you'd have to decide which piece you want to save unless you were able to undo the spot welds (if in fact they were spot welds). I'll go read up on that other post.

There was a request for pictures. In the first 3 pix I think that the lead fill is in line with that seam on the inside of the hatch area. Is that correct? I could not tell even after sanding off the layers of paint/primer. Also, in the last pic you can see rust along the top edge where the windshield seal was. Is that a deal breaker for people who would want to use the roof skin?

Yes, my primary goal is to salvage what I need. I figure I can sell the roof to someone who needs it so I wanted to attempt to not screw that up in the process of pulling what I need. I'll have a look at this next time I get out there to work on it.

I have a shell that I'm about to cut up for parts to save other cars. I will not need the roof and will be putting it up for sale. Where should I make the cuts for this piece?

Why is that?

Um, correct me if I'm wrong. The seller set a reserve, the minimum price that they would be willing to sell for. The high bidder got close just not quite there. BAT is covering the difference to hit the reserve. What should the seller care who is paying them, they got their minimum price...had the high bidder hit the reserve would the seller still be refusing to complete the sale?

That's just a keychain, that style was popular back in the day. Here's one of that style for sale with multiple pictures: https://www.jjshouse.com/groomsmen-gifts-personalized-elegant-vintage-leather-keychain-sold-in-a-single-piece-258288090-g288090?country=US

I have installed a wide ratio 5-speed transmission from a 1977-1979 280Z into my 1970 240Z and want to verify which gear shift I should be using. I'm thinking it is 4, 5, 6, or 7.

I see what you are saying. One thing about the 'use up the old parts on the manufacturing line' explanation that I wondered about was why not inventory those in the parts department for consumers/body shops/etc. to buy. Having not been there I just have to rely on those who either were there or simply know more about it that me. Thank you for your reply.

I truly do respect your knowledge on these and have found you be to a wealth of information over the past MANY years. Could you please share your thoughts on why several of the cars built after the body changes such as the pillar vents and tool storage would have still had some of the early componentry such as steering wheel, ashtray/center console, valve cover, and other items commonly associated with the earlier production cars? I genuinely would like to learn the reason if not what I described above (which I have picked up over the years from many sources, and seems to make sense); I was not there so I only know what I have learned on these forums and other internet sites over the years. This is the approach I was taking above, specifically with the pillar vents and the tool storage. These are things that clearly signify a change.