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The situation appears to be rather tricky. It seems I can get some parts labeled as "Connector," yet on different cars, selection varies. Obviously, if I purchased a wiring harness in full (If still available from Nissan), I'd get the connectors. However, I have no way of telling if they'd be labeled with a nonexistent Nissan part number, or labeled with whomever made the connectors' names. Let me know if there's anything else I can do.

Okay...I'm convinced. I'll find a 280zxt and pull the entire engine, rebuild the beast, and drop it into my 240z (which will get sandblasted and repainted while the engine is rebuilt). Now...which model year do I get? I know 81-82 are okay, but I've heard one bad thing about the 83. Apparently it has hydraulic valve lifters instead of normal rocker arms? Supposed to make the car much quieter, but "impossible" to rebuild? Could someone enlighten me with some facts? I'd prefer a quieter engine, but if it'll be too much trouble, I'll just get a different model year. Thanks!

I'll whip out the microfiche and see what's up tomorrow morning. More than likely I'd have to purchase a full wiring harness (if any are available) to get the included connectors. We can hope for the best, though. On that note...looks like I'll be needing a 280zxt style engine room harness, with 240z underdash and body. Crazy swapping ideas! Watch for a reply tomorrow.

Keith, Any progress or needs? Just wondering if I can help out. I figure I might be of SOME use, having access to Nissan and such. Let me know, thanks.

Okay, fuel injection is a must. And turbo is so....turbocharged and awesome. So a fuel injected, turbocharged engine, sticking with the L24 block to keep things at least half original. Thanks for the help thus far!

I work for Nissan in the parts department. Any specific questions you can ask me...I'm even willing to break out the microfiche reader for you all. However, I'm 99.9% positive that Nissan won't make more wiring harnesses. And if they did, they'll be upwards of 700 bucks a piece. Pretty much, Nissan's philosophy on old parts is, "Once they're gone, they're gone." They don't stand to make any real money off of manufacturing new old parts for cars in an increasingly small number. Anyhow, full wiring harnesses aren't a very common need, so...I'm putting my money on ZHadMan =)

Aaaand being the noob I am, I went and googled the sweet bejesus out of last night. If I go with the N47 head, I will go N/A. If I go P90, I'll turbocharge it. Either way...can someone draft up a parts list? Gotta call my local junkyard, and I need details for them. I'd hate to not get a piece I need and then be screwed when it's gone later. Quicker is better, as I'd like to have the FI done asap. Thanks!

Okay...thanks for the responses thus far. I want to keep the rebuild lower-budget, so no adding a block. I'd add the new head for FI, and rebuild/strengthen the existing block. I want to keep it as close to stock as possible, but simply make it better. Maybe turbo in the future, who knows. And sadly, I don't know chassis/engine codes that far back...P90 and F54 mean nothing to me, so please offer an explanation when you use carspeak (I'm learning, though!). Thanks again guys, and keep em coming. Oh, and by the way...anyone know much about the Nismo line for the 240z?

Hello all! I'm considering rebuilding and refinishing my L24 engine. I want to add Fuel Injection and convert it to a 5spd, and leave plenty of room for horsepower expansion. Race pistons and whatnot. I'm just curious as to your suggestions on what to do. I considered doing an RB swap, but I'd rather keep it stock but souped up. Thanks in advance.

Take the book to a dealership and let it be there problem. Ask to check pricing and availibility, and if you don't like their price, buy it elsewhere. Good luck.

I am entirely interested in this. Whomever owned my Z before me must've loved scissors and electrical tape...as most all sections of my wiring harnesses are composed more of random splices and electrical tape than they are of original materials. The body and underdash harnesses are my main concerns at the moment, as my engine harness seems untouched. However, I am highly considering converting my dual SUs to FI, and would need connectors for any additional equipment. Let me know what I can do to help.

Shoot me an e-mail nathan@amoth.net We'll discuss it.

What size/kind of screw? I'll go buy one and put it on...gotta see if that motor works!!!

Hi all. Just wondering how the little knob that controls fan speed is supposed to attach to the metal part that really controls it. I see a metal rod with a hole in it, my plastic blower knob with a hole in it, and the connection is certainly there in my mind. What binds the two together???

If everything worked before you pulled it out, I might be interested. How much do you want for it, and how much to ship it to Annapolis, MD? (21401).

I'll be removing all the stalks and such from the steering column and cleaning those, and more than likely the lights. However, I know I"ll have to at least replace the wiring harness, as someone has clearly tampered with mine. A slice in the casing shows a wire held together by red electrical tape, and I'm positive there are other such mishaps on the car. What would be best, to buy the harnesses off another '72 240z or to simply rerun all the wire myself? Can't wait to get this thing running...

I've replaced all the fuses, and all bulbs except the front turn signals. I have a feeling the harness needs to be redone coming from the main line extending to the taillights. I moved it around a little when I removed the bulbs initially, and after moving it a little, the taillights no longer come on. So it must be some kind of loose connection. As for the dash lamps and interior lights, I still have no idea. I may buy a new wiring harness just to be sure (for behind the dash stuff) and then run new wiring throughout the body of the car to all lights and turn signals.

Hi guys...I've been browsing these forums for about a week now, and you all seem like a very helpful bunch. As for an introduction, my name is Nate, and I'm your friendly neighborhood Parts clerk (Nissan dealership). I just started last week, so don't expect me to know everything...yet. Now, down to business. I just bought a 1972 Datsun 240z with full intentions of restoring it. First thing I need to do is make it safe...meaning I need to get the lights and heater working. Here's what I've found/done so far. 1. Upon picking up the car, nothing worked except the headlamps and taillights (out of four, three came on). 2. Once we got it home, I replaced all bulbs in the taillight assemblies, and all side marker bulbs. 3. After my bulb replacement, the brake lights work. Upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake lamps come on, as does the right taillight's reverse light. When switching the headlamps on, the taillights no longer turn on. 4. The front left turn signal will work, but none of the other turn signals and sidemarkers work. 5. None of the interior lights work, including the overhead lamp and behind-the-dash lamps. 6. The tachometer does not work. 7. Hazards don't work either. I have no objections to ripping out all the interior panels and rewiring the entire car, if that's the only solution. I'm getting the factory service manual (of course) and am fairly electronically inclined (PC techinician by nature), and I'm learning mechanical stuff quick. Thanks in advance!