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Dude, I'm getting a Z.

September 30, 2004 by DannyMoped240z
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Hi, I'm new to this forum and I was going to inquire about a few thing about the 1972 260z, standard (I dont know if it's a 5 speed or 4 speed). The one I'm looking at is Blue with a White interior... (kinda messy) but the outside is beautiful. There's no rust, and the paint is perfect. It has 89thousand miles on it. I've yet to test drive it. But i've called the owner and he wants 3500 for it. 1. Is this a reasonable price? 2. How do these cars perform? (speed, handling, overall feel) 3. Is this a good car that I can drive and not worry about... as far as dependability, gas milage, and over-all longevity? I've seen some pretty tricked out, muscelly looking ones... I…

Last reply by DannyMoped240z, October 1, 2004
It feels great!

October 1, 2004 by MrMarcDude
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Wow, it feels great to acctually start putting my motor back together. I was getting used to teardown, and cleaning. But now acctually being able to build it back up is a feeling i have never felt before. Judging by how good i feel right now im probbably gonna shat myself when it fires for the first time! I cant wait! The other plus is i just got a job being a mechanic for a cool guy, and his son. They are the people i acctually bought the z from. They own a small shop, and the son is a huge z freak just like me. Its awesome. Not to meantion that i get my parts for cheap as hell. For instance The rings, rod bearings, and main bearings cost me 82 total and were delivered t…

Last reply by Gav240z, October 1, 2004
Body side trim 1 2

September 27, 2004 by catfish_wiskerz
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Anyone out there have a lead on where I can get a body trim point. This is the point at the leading end of the body side trim. Cat :beard

Last reply by texasz, September 30, 2004
door skin replacement

August 3, 2004 by shane4golf
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is there any company that sells door skins in the usa and at a lower price? i saw a company in canada showcars(?) or something buy that name, but it seamed that he had a bad rep. So not real sold on that guy if you now what i mean. 2nd option replace both doors. any good place for those?

Last reply by alien-e, September 29, 2004
picture of my 240z

September 27, 2004 by WandererS30
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http://img57.exs.cx/my.php?loc=img57&image=DSCN117.jpg here is a picture of my 71 240. It is a fun car to work on. the interior is in need of all new carpet/vinyl and the seats are good.. but crappy buterscotch color. i will be selling the front two front corner air dam pieces if anyone is interested: pefect condition.

Last reply by WandererS30, September 27, 2004
brake problem 1 2

September 22, 2004 by SavannahZ
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Hello all, This is my first post. I have been reading articles on here for awhile now and think this is a wonderful site. I just bought my first Z a couple of weeks ago. It is a 1971 240 with an L6 engine. I was coming home tonight and lost most of my brakes. When I press on the pedal, even slightly, I hear a hiss. Also, the rpm shoots up about 500. I did a search and a couple others in the last four years have had the same problem. In their posts there are no solutions. Thanks for all replies!!! SavannahZ

Last reply by SavannahZ, September 24, 2004
My Birthday Party / Car Show Sept 25th

September 23, 2004 by toddolie
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As the note says above I am turning 36 on Sunday, so the wife thought it would be cool to have a party and a car show and invite a bunch of friends over with various collector cars and hang out. Why am I posting this here? Well, if you live close enough, you are welcome to come and hang out as well. I live in Enola, PA, 17025 at 6 Elm Drive. While I own 2 Z's, a 1973 and a 1995, most of the cars will be sixties and seventies musclecars but Z's are definately welcome as well. Do a Mapquest and see how far it is for you. If you are interested in coming please drop me an email at tolejniczak@comcast.net and let me know to expect you and make sure you have the directions. Th…

Last reply by toddolie, September 24, 2004
2007 Z car convention in the USA?

September 23, 2004 by lvmy240z
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Has a location been chosen yet?

Last reply by lvmy240z, September 23, 2004
Z related questions(Australia). 1 2

September 21, 2004 by Gav240z
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Just a few questions I wanna do some work on my 240z next couple of days. First thing is I'm going to be replacing the rear drums and getting the shoes relined. I was considering upgrading to the ZX discs but I've been told this mod is not worth while can anyone elaborate? The second thing I'm doing is replacing the front rotors with ZX vented units and putting a spacer in the caliper to allow for the bigger rotor. Does anyone have some cheap ZX vented upfront discs that haven't been machined below legal limit cheap? The third is the speedo cable snapped when i was down at Calper park raceway I don't wanna buy a second hand 1 and have it break on me again so does anyon…

Last reply by Gav240z, September 23, 2004
difference between FWD and RWD 1 2

August 31, 2004 by mperdue
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Well I've been driving my RWD 210 around for a month or so (4-speed) and I must say I can't really tell the difference between that and all of the FWD cars I've driven. About the only thing I've noticed is that it sometimes jumps over speed bumps with a different feel from a FWD car, but I can't really explain it. What differences should I notice or feel, if any? Is it more obvious when a car with more power such as a Z? I only drove my Z for 1 day before ripping it apart so I have no experience there.

Last reply by mperdue, September 20, 2004
240 TV show

September 17, 2004 by Robin
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Hi guys, just found this while surfing over at hybrid... thought you might like a heads up. http://www.garmentandcitizen.com/cgi-bin/garment/00027.html

Last reply by CoastGuardZ, September 19, 2004
Might Be Getting s 240

September 16, 2004 by 5-Speed
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My dad and I are test driving a couple. We are deciding if we should get one and restore it, or buy a nice one. I am really excitied. Just wanted to share. :nervous:

Last reply by 5-Speed, September 19, 2004