sblake01

The N47 heads on my cars look similar. Maybe because I am comparing a 78 Z to a 79 810. The 810 AFM mounts horizontally and doesn't work when you stand it up vertically like the one ine a Z. There is also a warning on the 79 and up ECUs that states "This ECU should, under no circumstances, be installed on 1978 or earlier year models. Otherwise damage to the ECU might result." All the other stuff, Thermotime, Cold Start Valve, Temperature Sensor, Air Regulator, Fuel Pressure Regulator, are the same. I've never compared the injectors because I've yet to have any problems with them on either car. I haven't located any specs on the cam profile of the 810.

This thread started out very different from what it has become. Enough vendor bashing! I've had my dealings with TIR and my opinion is based on that: my own experiences. I don't really care what someone else has to say about it especially when all we know is his side of the story. I haven't experienced this type of thing with Troy and like it was said before, it's unfair to assasinate his character based on one man's opinion. There was probablly a lot of pushing and shoving and the original issue was lost between them causing it to escalate to what it has become. I doubt if many of you outside of the area really do that much businees with him anyway. So, to the one who wants to 'keep him away from my wallet', he probably wasn't buying anything from him anyway. So let's let this stop. Where is the 'no vendor bashing' policy?

ENOUGH!!!!!!

The efi relay would be in the relay box under the hood of the car not on the engine. All L24E and L28E engines have them. It's a large rectangular shaped relay with a 5 terminal connector. 75-78 press down into the plug and 79 up have a mounting bracket on them.

With the exception lf the Air Flow Meter, the ECU, and the relays, the 79 L24E and the 77 L28E have basically the same fuel injection. Is your 810 a 2dr? If so, there are not many of them left. Why would you want to convert it to diesel? Anyway, I believe they both have N47 heads. I have a 78 280Z and a 79 810 2dr. To convert to diesel, you would need all of the fuel system components, including the tank, the diesel ecu, and relays, wiring harness, etc. I have never done or contemplated such a swap but I have seen enough 910 (Maxima) diesels in the junkyard to know that much of the componentry is different. Looks like a lot of work but anything is possible.

I'm confused, I thought beautiful red 77 280Z in zrush's avitar was owned by Scott from Florida. I remember the car winning B.O.S. at the 2003 MSA show. I kind of remember talking to him at the show but I could be wrong as I am relying on my memory! Now that we can once again edit I just want to say MY BAD! I went back and looked on the MSA site and I see that the car is owned by Scott and Vicky.

Which Datsun dealer is credited with being the first in the U.S.A.?

According to the same brochure which is a 1978 not a 1977 like I previously stated, the fuel capacity is 17.2 gallons which I have also seen listed as 65 litres for our overseas Z-mates.

Just a follow up on my last post since I was unable to edit it for some reason. I have a 77 Datsun sales brochure and this is what it say about fuel economy for the 77 280Z: 49 States manual transmission: 18 city & 27 highway for the 2 seater and the same for the 2+2 49 States automatic transmission: 17 city & 23 highway for the 2 seater and the same for the 2+2 California manual trans: 18 city & 25 highway for both California auto trans: 18 city & 22 highway for both

The lowest mpg I've ever gotten in my 78 280Z was 15.05 mpg and that was before a tune up. It normally runs anywhere from 19.2 mpg (mostly city) to a high of 27.49 mpg (highway). I have a 1982 Maxima 5 spd with the slightly higher 5th gear and have had the speedometer calibrated. My 79 810 Coupe (L24E) has never done as well. 17.2-22.5 (city-highway)

Motorsport Auto sells a plastic chain wedge. It's part #60-9921 @$11.95.

I think it's just a generational thing. At 53, I'm beginning to realize that we look at the ricers the same way our parents looked at the hotrodders.

Why is it upside-down and not downside-up? Who are 'they' in 'so they say'? If a light sleeper sleeps with a light on, how does a hard sleeper sleep? Why is there no difference between 'slim chance' and 'fat chance'? Why is there a sign in front of the local Honda dealer that says 'zero interest'?

Those pictures I scanned were from an old 'Petersen's Complete Book of Datsun'. Datsun once sold that wedge through their parts department. The one I use is made of hard plastic. I bought it years ago, back in my 510 days, at a Beck/Arnley auto parts store. I don't think they're in business anymore. I remember seeing a pattern somewhere on the web for making one of these but I can't remember where. It's a very useful tool. I learned that the hard way the first time I tore down my 510!

And the third.

Here is the second scan.

Look at these three pictures and you'll see how the chain wedge works.

I agree with bottom no whale tail but lose the dark window tint and blacked out trim.

Sounds to me like the solenoid.

Looks like they only come in 5 bolt.

A 5 speed won't make the car faster per se but it will help with highway fuel mileage.

I think the the buyer on the site you mention (I have also been following this) got what he deserved. He didn't ask enough (if any) questions about the car before purchasing it. I can't knock the seller (I won't name names). If you are making such a deal, it's up to you, the buyer, to investigate the claims of the seller. If that buyer takes the legal action that many have suggested, what would he gain? I won't make that car the one he wanted it to be and the cost of pursuing that course of action would never be recovered. Live and learn.