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The letter "Z" Registered for Nissan? 1 2

October 20, 2004 by Zrush
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This is a topic that we've discussed many times with numerous "other" automobile fanatics. The letter Z is a registered trademark of Nissan, so does that mean that no other company, auto or whatever is allowed to use the letter Z, by itself in their products? The Z28 came before our 240Z's but Chevrolet never refered to their camaro as "The Z". BMW has a Z3 (or is it a Z4) but the number follows the letter. The corvette Z06. Do you see what I mean. All other companys seem to have some other letter or number proceeding or following the letter Z. Is that because Nissan has a trademark on the letter Z. Any opinions or comments. Vicky

Last reply by MikeW, October 21, 2004
Anybody running Talbots/Bullet Mirrors?

October 15, 2004 by 59ghia
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Fellow Zer's Anybody using the Bullet Mirrors? I'm seriously considering these, as my original mirror is pitted and looks like crap. I know these are widely available in the UK, but seem kinda thin around here. I know 2intense sells 'em on ebay (not Talbots, but a knock off of) and they tend to go for around 80 bucks for the pair. Anybody now the quality of them? I've seen some on Ebay from a guy in the UK made of stainless, these look sweet. So....If your Z has these bullet mirrors, can you drop a link so I can take a look... Thanks, Dave

Last reply by TomoHawk, October 15, 2004
MSA...Fantastic Service

October 11, 2004 by Zrush
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OK after calling numerous Z vendors, closer to Fla, for an air pump (pulley bearing shot, what a terribly embarassing noise) for my 72 and finding none in stock, I call MSA and they have one left. Ordered it at 5:00 pm on Wednesday (10/6) and I received it Saturday (10/9) at 9:30 am. It was shipped regular ground form Cali to Fla for $7.00. Now that's what I call exceptional service. I know not everyone here likes MSA but they have always come through in the clutch for us. The 240Z is now back to being silent but deadly :devious: Vicky

Last reply by Bambikiller240, October 12, 2004
Window Glass

October 8, 2004 by Alfadog
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Guys, My windows (especially the driver side!) are all err.. cracked? I'm not sure how to describe it. They have lots of vertical lines on them. Anyway, is there any way to repair this? If not, is there any source in Australia for new glass (if you know a place with Z glass they might have K glass too)? Most glass shops (O'Brien and the gang) only do front windscreens. Finally, why does this problem occur??

Last reply by Bambikiller240, October 9, 2004
OEM-surplus.com 1 2

October 7, 2004 by mperdue
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Anyone purchased from them before? Good or bad experiences? I just got a quote for a couple of parts and it turns out they add $4 per part to fill an order!!! That's a $4 fee just to pull the part off of the shelf. Well the first is "free" but each additional part is $4. I found that to be outrageous but on the other hand some parts you can't find anywhere else. I've heard of restocking fees for returns but never anything like this.

Last reply by Zrush, October 8, 2004
Vic British 1 2

October 5, 2004 by Gee
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Does anyone have an email for Victoria British? Contacting them by phone has proved difficult from Australia..

Last reply by Bambikiller240, October 7, 2004
V8 z car owner search...

October 5, 2004 by DannyMoped240z
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I was looking through my October 2003 issue of Sport Compact Car and came across a "Street Sleepers" section, where a 240z with a 383 chevy was wedged under the hood. It says the owner is Rick Johnson, and that the car is a 73'. Does Rick belong to this forum? Or has anyone else seen this issue? It says he's from L.A. so, i dont know if that'll help. Thanks!

Last reply by DannyMoped240z, October 5, 2004
UK Z parts suppliers

October 5, 2004 by dylan_UK_Z
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Does anyone know of or can recomend UK suppliers of Z parts. I have an ever growing list of stuff we need. Thanks in advance....

Last reply by abas, October 5, 2004
280Z Vs. 240Z Handling 1 2

October 3, 2004 by Freerider
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Ok, heres my situation, Where I live (ontario) 240Z's are about 15000 but I can get a 280Z for about 5000. Both being in the same condition, heres my question. Is there a big noticable difference in handling between the two cars? can you feel the extra weight and softer suspension? and is the 240 worth the extra 10000? I know the 240Z will handle better but what I dont know is how much better. Where does the extra weight of the 280 come from? Thanks Chris

Last reply by Freerider, October 5, 2004
Cool beans.

October 3, 2004 by DannyMoped240z
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So I was talking to my father about the possibility of getting a 72' Z and he seemed kinda excited. His only worry was that back in the day, these were the cheap sports cars that teens used to "beat the wizz out of". Does anyone know of any Z's for sale in the New England area???? Car must run and drive... paint, i dont care, body, i dont mind so much.... but anything will be appreciated. Peace.

Last reply by DannyMoped240z, October 3, 2004
How much HP?

October 1, 2004 by DannyMoped240z
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how much horsepower does a stock twin carb 240z straight 6 sohc crank out???

Last reply by Freerider, October 2, 2004
bumper guard ?

October 1, 2004 by zhead240
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=2492293259&category=34204 is there a right and left bumper guard?(this is for the front, what about the backguard too)

Last reply by matria, October 2, 2004