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Open discussions about the early S30 series issues and topics.
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I have the original AC compressor and it looks like in a decent shape. Is there a reliable place where these can be rebuilt? I am planning to grab some R12 from a guy locally and use that. or do u guys recommend putting R132? also i would need condensor and receiver drier. Where to get those? Also is it a DIY job to remove the compressor etc. and put it back? Would really appreciate any guidance. My heater works fine. The 2nd owner had the AC switch wire near heater control pulled off to keep the compressor disenageged.
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Fired up my Z build for the first time today. I’m trying to get my timing set right. I have a 280zx dizzy, D6K80-03. E12-80 module. I rebuilt it and it functions properly, including the vacuum advance. See attached chart. According to the attached chart, this dizzy will put my engine in the red “danger zone” with a total advance of 55. Didn’t know this when I bought it 🤦🏼♂️ Help me understand how I can make this dizzy safe for my engine. Option 1: Do I run it without vacuum advance? Set timing at idle to 8. Mechanical advance adds 17 for a total of 35. That said, I’ve heard not running vacuum advance yields poor performance for anything other than e…
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Anyone know how to decipher the date codes on a 240Z caliper. Have seen lots of numbers on both sides but not sure what they mean.
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Okay, I know I'm getting old, but I usually still do a decent job of putting parts on the right storage shelf of the different make cars I work on. Found this on the Z shelf, which I took apart 3+ years ago, and I'm not sure if it goes on the Z or not. Looks like an interior part or something. If so, please give me a hint so I can return it to it's original location. If not, never mind.... Thanks! Ken
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Hi guys! In the near future I will be rebuilding my Z engine and plan on replacing the N47 head that's on it with a N42 I purchase years ago. The issue is that the cam on the N42 is, well rusted and pitted. I was looking at getting the Cam kit that MSA sells (the Schneider Cam) that comes with everything. Has anyone else used these? Or are there better options? If Im replacing the cam I figured I would need new rockets and lash pads no? Thanks mate Cheers Jan
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Has anyone here done business with Sanchez Juan David of Facebook group-"Datsun parts and Accessories"? I was going to buy something but wanted to verify first. Went through the site (he is an administrator) and lots of stuff for sale but no verification of any sales or feedback.
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Hi, I've got gas leaking from the gas cap when tank is near full. I suspect the 51 year old gas cap gasket has hardened and is no longer sealing and I don't want to keep the tank only half full. Has anyone used one of these e-bay reproduction gas cap seals (https://www.ebay.com/itm/275162293539?var=0&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&campid=5338590836&toolid=10044&customid=61d11ae9f5701daecbff7c749e37328f). If so how well did it work? Thanks.
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Does anyone know where I can find a set of the Yuasa battery decals? JDM used to have them but are no longer available. Wondering if anyone has reproduced them. thanks
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I have an early 1974 260Z, smaller shock bumpers and the parking lights are under the bumper like the 240Z. I am the original owner, I bought this car in San Diego in 1973 shortly after my honorable discharge from the Navy. I loved this car, so glad I kept it. It sat in my garage undriven for about 15 years. In 2020 I noticed how these early Z's were becoming desirable and valuable. I'm near the end of restoring it, just need the interior done. Here is the big question to those who know the difference between the variations of the S30. I am missing the interior rear quarter panels from my early 260Z. I have asked the Zstore, Zcardepot and others what panels would …
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Discovered my stock 2-groove harmonic balancer has a hairline crack. So I’m in the market for a replacement, and figured it might be nice to lose some weight. This one can be used as a single groove, or a double groove by bolting on the extra pulley. Is anyone running one of these? Any issues with installation? https://zcardepot.com/products/harmonic-balancer-damper-240z-260z-280z?_pos=7&_sid=c63d68427&_ss=r
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Although I'm constantly tinkering with my '74 260z, I find it very rewarding when I make a discovery, learn to do something new, or fix a system that I never knew how to fix. I definitely spend more time under the hood than in the driver seat. I was reminded of how enjoyable it is working on this Z today when my 10-yr-old Chevy Volt stopped recharging and I had to take it to a dealer. My OBD II scanner could not read hybrid codes because I needed the $5K unit to read the recharger module codes. The dealer charged me $180 to start diagnosing the problem then told me to continue trouble shooting the problem I needed to give them $700 more. The cause of the problem was …
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While i took the bumpers off I found this attached on the left inner side of the front bumper with the spare key inside. I have seen a pic of this in the 280z car parts manual. Cannot find it at this time. If someone has it can you post the link to it? Thanks.
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