Wheels & Brakes

2,066 topics in this forum

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   proportioning valve location/mounting

   January 20, 2008 by PetesPonies

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   I am building a combination 70/73 240Z ( I'm using the '73 body ) . I am using the front mounted proportioning valve from the '73, but can't figure exactly how it is mounted. I know it has two holes in it, but apparently only uses one bolt. Does the other hole index on anything, to keep it straight and secure? Anyone have a good pic?

   

   Last reply by Robin, January 31, 2008
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   Libre wheel rehabilitation

   September 18, 2007 by jerbear

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   Hello all, I recently acquired a set of A/R Libre wheels and they need some help. My question for all the knowledgeable folks here is what is the "correct" color for the painted center portion of the wheel. Mine have obviously been repainted by the looks of the drips and runs. The next question is how much of the center area gets painted? I think that I see a parting line where the casting gets rougher below the spokes. Finally can anyone recommend a reputable shop to take care of the one wheel that has some curb rash on it. As always thanks in advance.

   

   Last reply by fuzze, January 26, 2008
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   Does anyone know anything about these rims?

   January 26, 2008 by Tidoubleger24

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   I have these rims which came with my datsun 240. There 14" and on the inside they say AUST and something that looks like it could say JIC. It also appears to say 7-J x 14. It also has a few other markings inside, i cant really make sense of them. It says MAX LOAD 1680 LBS. I have never seen them before and just wondering if someone knew more about them. Are they from a different car manufacturer and just happen to fit a z? Are they a factory rim, factory aftermarket rim, old school autozone special, ect? Thanks in advance Dan

   

   Last reply by WingZr0, January 26, 2008
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   Stock 78 Mags Wanted

   January 23, 2008 by hoboos280z

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   Does anyone know of some stock 78 Mags for sale?

   

   Last reply by Montezuma, January 25, 2008
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   Killer deal on EBAY on NIB factory mags

   January 23, 2008 by Montezuma

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   http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-280ZX-Turbo-15-Wheels-Brand-New_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43955QQihZ013QQitemZ230216125192QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW A very reasonable BIN price. If I had an S130 or needed 15" for my Z I would be all over these....hell I am considering BIN anyway just to have them.

   

   Last reply by sblake01, January 23, 2008
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   1970 240Z Stock Wheels

   January 22, 2008 by Yellow Fever

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   Hi, Does any1 know what wheels came on the 1970 240Z? Any1 have any pics? Regards, Hassan

   

   Last reply by sblake01, January 22, 2008
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   4 x 114.3 / 5 x 114.3 wheels

   January 20, 2008 by bigoak

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   Found these on CL. I've never seen wheels with multiple configurations/drillings such as these. Is this for real?

   

   Last reply by Arne, January 20, 2008
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   Brake line cleanup

   January 17, 2008 by swflaz

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   I've got a handle on cleaning up almost everything in my engine compartment as part of my refurb job on my 72 Z except those lousey looking brake lines. Anyone successfully clean them up? I've seen threads about sanding, steel wool, and Caswell plating kits. I'd really like to do a replate. Anyone tried it on brake lines? I imagine the long skinny nature of the lines would create some problems. Any other good ideas? Desperately seeking help.

   

   Last reply by swflaz, January 19, 2008
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    Anyone have any rim and tire combos they like to get rid of?

    December 6, 2007 by WingZr0

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    I'm needing to buy new tires for my girl in the next couple of days and wanted to see what was out there from you guys that I could just bolt on and go. Since the classifieds and Ebay turned up few results. Trying not to spend so much on new tires to hopefully get me clutch fixed this weekend instead of nex weekend (Well thats the idea anyway :rambo:) Well jus let me know if you have anything to consider, I live in Northern California 95901 Thyanx for the time ~Z~

    

    Last reply by bpilati, January 18, 2008
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    Master cylinder rebuild

    January 16, 2008 by Weasel73240Z

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    I'm trying to dis-assemble my master cylinder for a re-build. I've removed the primary pushrod, but I can't get the secondary pushrod to come out. Anybody know any tricks to get the secondary rod out? Thanks in advance for any help.

    

    Last reply by Weasel73240Z, January 18, 2008
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    Western Wheels

    December 26, 2007 by Vintage

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    I have a set of these I got with a 260Z parts car, they are Westerns, 14x5.5, unsure of the offset. Was wondering what kind of interest there is for these? I know if someone wants them, they probably reside on this forum.

    

    Last reply by sblake01, January 12, 2008
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    9x18 + 10x18

    January 11, 2008 by i3rfnp3

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    I'm sorry if this has been asked a hundred times before, but I found some wheels for sale and I'm in kind of a hurry. Will 9x18 ET15 and 10x18 ET5 fit my 240z with flares? I know people who go that wide usually have a negative offset.. The wheels have been on a widebody s13. Please! Anyone?

    

    Last reply by i3rfnp3, January 11, 2008