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Are you planning to purchase the 240Z back from the insurance company once they "total" it? There may be some local Z owners who can use some of the parts in their rebuild projects. Keith

You will find fasteners at Metric & Multistandard Components Corp. (http://www.metricmcc.com/). They have several US locations and have been an invaluable source for several of my projects. Keith

KAL7467, Keep in mind that some of the parts you need for your restoration/rebuild will be scarcer in the future. Therefore, you may want to start assembling all the parts you need now, and let go of the parts you do not need, to ensure that you have what is need to complete your project. You may find that a member on this forum can supply you with many of the parts you need in one lot, rather than having to deal with many parts suppliers and the associated freight on individual parts. The members here are very knowledgeable, and from their experience will "callout" disingenuous postings, either from buyers or seller. Keith

I am trying to gauge interest in whether there is enough interest in purchasing a set of Seat Cushion Guards. Please vote in the Poll. The results will indicate it if is economically feasible to reproduce the guards. Thanks, Keith

I met Adam yesterday, a nice guy. I gave him one seat cushion guard for his analysis. We spoke of other parts; throttle control handle, radio face plate, inspection lid clip (plastic, not later metal type) and some other parts. Patience is the key in determining the cost of reproduction and potential market. Keith

Prehaps the codes on these color cards would help. Keith

Adam is planning to attend a car show this weekend at which I will be showing my car. I am bringing him a seat cushion guard (discussed at http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21025&highlight=seat+guard) for his examination. Keith

Does anyone have a list of the parts that were originally yellow cadmium or silver zinc plated? I have been given a box of fasteners, clamps, latches, etc. which have all been yellow plated. I have been trying to locate photos of a period correct 240Z to determine the correct finish/color. (For example, many of the refreshed 240Zs I have seen have a yellow hose clamps, which I think should have been silver.) Thanks for your response. Keith

I have gone the route of replacing with the oil filled firm (rather than normal) resistance. I was able to locate the set of four from 2 US dealers and 1 Canadian dealer. The new parts are NLA, however there may be some sitting in dealer inventory. The part numbers are: Front 56105 E4125 normal resistance 56105 E4185 firm resistance Rear 56205 E4125 normal resistance 56205 E4185 firm resistance I do believe you can rebuild the original strut insert, however you would have to locate some cores and then measure the seals sizes. The easy route is gas filled aftermarket. (Not original, but probably a better ride.) Keith

Saw the car the other day, it is coming along great! You should post photos to give others an opportunity to see the progress. Keith

I am recovering my seats and am looking for suggestions on two aspects of the project: 1) What material can be used to replace the clear plastic sheeting sandwiched between the seat cushions and the mechanisms? 2) What is the original finish on the black mechanisms (I have seen some mechanisms finished with a flat and some with a satin)? Thanks, Keith

Does anyone have a resource in Mexico who can ship Nissan parts into the US? There are several parts I am interested in that are NLA in the US, but may still be available in Mexico. I can provide the part numbers, but do not have a connection with a dealer/distributor in Mexico. Thanks, Keith

You may want to offer the dealer installed system to one of the members who is restoring their car back to original. Even though the current judging rules take points off for a nonfactory unit, there are some people who appreciate the period correctness of the system. (It is my understanding that in prior years the judging rules did not deduct points, so the arbitrariness of the rules may indicate a reversal.) I was fortunate to recharge my system, and would not have considered a modern upgrade. I know there are other people who would love to have your system. Keith

Well, the truck is a 1966 Datsun L520. I am trying to sort out the engine. The prior owner removed the head from the original J13 block about 10 years ago. It appears that one piston was removed (a replacement was in the passenger compartment along with the radiator). The head was in the bed and the distributor and air cleaner are MIA. We pulled the engine and the crank will turn, so tomorrow I am off to the machine shop to have the block and head examined. If they are rebuildable, then I will have the parts cleaned, balanced, and ready for reassembly. Both shops I spoke with do not have many reference guides for the J13. I have located many internet resources and found that a Datsun forklift used the same motor. The body, except for the front valance and rocker panel is in great shape. The wheels turn without binding. If I can solve the motor issue in the next few weeks then I feel a bit more comfortable working on the brakes and clutch components. The paint is in good shape and the glass is all original. The interior needs attention. I want to make the 520 look presentable, no garage queen. If anyone has resources for the 520 or J13/J15/J16 engine, please let me know.

I was looking for a way to haul Z parts, so I settled on this solution:

Ok, let me add a bit of information; I am the guy with the extra OEM (uninstalled) quarter panel that the shop is going to use for the project. The shop restored my 240Z (read in another one of my posts if you are interested in the project). The price quoted for the part to saridout is completely accurate. I am not the greedy sort of person who has to make a killing on a rare part. (There are many people out there who have rare parts who want an "arm-and-a-leg" for what they have.) I have collected many parts for my project that I do not ever plan to use, this quarter panel is one of them. The shop in question does exceptional work and I am indebted to the owner for the care and attention in my project. My indebtedness only refers to my gratitude for efforts as my financial obligation has long been settled. I have seen saridout's car in person and agree with the shop's description of the work needed, presuming the car's owner wants quality workmanship. There are many shops that specialize in collision work that can do a fast, cheap repair. If a car owner is looking for quality restoration work, then the car is at the correct shop! Just my two cents. Keith So how about everyone backing off a bit

Does anyone have the dimensions of the heel pad on the "original" series 1 carpet? Thanks, Keith

Andrew, If originality is not an issue, take a look at this: http://www.zearth.com/Core-BAK-460-Back-Support-Cushion-Core-Inflatable-Back-Lumbar-Support-Pillow-BAK-460-P154.aspx?utm_source=ZFF245&utm_medium=ZBuy&utm_campaign=ZE245 Keith

Here is an obscure one; The profile of the sunvisors on the Series One is different from later production vehicles. So I think this qualifies as a hard to find part. Keith

Just to name a few: "Horsehair" jute carpet pad Bridgestone RD-150 175R14 tire 12V Furukawa battery Keith

Steve, Did they offer the option of a heel pad? Thanks, Keith

Do not forget Chester & Herod - discussed at http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29317&highlight=Chester+Herod&page=6 I am certain they could make a high quality kit for the 280Z. Keith

We had the local paint supply house bring their portable spectrum paint reader to obtain a color match. If I recall, they measured 4 points (behind the rear vinyl, in the spare tire well, behind the riser vinyl, and behind the rear cargo compartment finisher). The scanner makes physical contact with the surface it is "reading" and with its integrated light source, measures the reflected color. I presume the integrated light source attempts to recreate sunlight. (We all know that florescent, incandescent, halogen, and other light sources affect the color humans see.) We are pleased with the final color. Keith