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I'm in the process of cleaning, lubricating and re-building my 240Z wiper mechanism. Noticed when examining everything once it was out of the car that it appeared to have felt washers as part of the pivot mechanisms. Mine were rotted/unusable but I assume I need to find some acceptable replacements as they must serve some purpose. Seems like nylon washers might be a more durable alternative. I believe there are either 3 or 4 used in total. Has anyone replaced these parts with something that works well?
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Once again getti ng restoration parts ready for zinc plating. Sorting yellow, clear (silver), and black zinc parts for future projects. Every piece media blasted and hand wire brushed.
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My wonderful friends, I know I've been a stranger these past few years as my partner and I have had way too much of "life getting in the way." My poor 280 has mostly just sat. She still runs great, but there are a number of little things I should have done that I haven't. Well, I have bitter-sweet news. A young man drove down from Northern Virginia today to buy my baby. Now someone will again pay her the attention she deserves. When I bought her, her body was in pretty good shape, and she was mechanically so-so. Now she's in great shape mechanically, but she needs some body work to address a few little rust issues. That will be the new owner's project. (Mayb…
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Hi to all! I am trying to find a source that would enable me to make a direct bolt-up of my set of early 260Z bumpers to my 1977 280. I can find lots of conversion kits to mount 240Z bumpers, but didn’t the early 74 260 bumpers sit slightly further from the body than any of the 240’s? If so, wouldn’t the 260 mounting bracket be slightly different (longer?) than any 240? I can only find 70-72/73 240 style to 280 conversions with “some fabrication necessary” forcing the user (me ?) to bend/weld modify and I’d have to have this fabricated =$$ and trusted source...Doesn’t’ anyone make a conversion bracket expressly for an early 260 to a later 280 using stock 260 bumpe…
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This is a total newb question and I am anticipating a lot of smart arse remarks honestly. However I am new to the z car itself. I picked my '78 up about 6 months ago and am in the process of deciding what route I want to go with it. I will definitely be keeping ac in it because I live in Texas. My question however what pics and information do any of you have on period race inspired builds on these cars? I want to keep with the l-series motor and I have a cam and dual car setup I am going to run, so I am mostly looking for the interior and body styling.
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I thinking of adding a Vintage air kit to my car, would this eliminate the need for the factory heater stuff under the dash ?
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Hi Guys,I just joined the forum. I bought a 77 280Z 3-speed auto.The car has been sitting for about 4-5 years. We had to load it on the trailer. It is clean inside and no serious rust issues.I checked the transmission oil and it seems to be in a decent color. Engine oil was dark.I am planning to take the engine and trans pans off and clean them as much as possible before putting the new oil and try to start it up. Brake system also needs clean/flush.There seems to be a thermal/vacuum switch on the top of the engine - just left to the valve cover. It has two ports but one is broke. Anyone know what this switch is for? and replacement part#?Would appreciate some advice befo…
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I am curious what members are using for their vintage car insurance. Hagerty collector vehicle coverage $40K cost $415.00 year. Includes liability coverage. Guaranteed Value® Coverage In the event of a covered total loss, you receive every cent of your car’s insured value.* No depreciation. No messing around. No hassle. Flexible Usage Our policy allows you occasional pleasure use with no fixed mileage restrictions**. With Hagerty, you can go for a weekend drive, take your vehicle up to the local ice cream shop or attend unlimited events and cruises. Hagerty Plus Hagerty Plus® is designed specifically for collector cars. I…
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I removed this system from my 72 240z. The compressor would start when turned on but it didn’t have any Freon. Didn’t care to have it in the car. My 280z is my summer car. Does anyone know what these parts might be worth? I’ve done some research but haven’t really found much.
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Car & Driver reports https://www.caranddriver.com/news/nissan-renault-chairman-carlos-ghosn-arrested?utm_medium=social-media&src=socialflowFBCAD&utm_campaign=socialflowFBCD&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR1Mld1lrPlMoug1jvIoRuF_nNmBwZFPLTdmardbs4UZPyQ4OI7K_0e047w Ghosn removed as Chairman and Representative Director of Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. Read Nissan’s statement http://www.zhome.com/IZCC/ZRegisters/classic.htm
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No-reserve custom Z hits the block on Saturday in a sea of 'murcan iron. https://www.mecum.com/lots/LN1118-362080/1973-datsun-240z/
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While Motorman7 is restoring my '73 240Z, (thread titled: We're bringing back the flat tops!) I've started digitizing the slides I took of the car I've kept since I bought it new in 1973. I came across the pictures I took of a "fun run" in 1974 sponsored by Jack Gubrud, the owner of Gubrud's Valley Datsun in Mt. Vernon, Washingon. That was where I bought my car in April, 1973 after returning from a 10+ month deployment to Vietnam aboard the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. This was on Sunday, August 4th, 1974 from Mt. Vernon WA (north of Seattle) over the North Cascade Highway through the Cascade mountains to the town of Winthrop, WA. I believe almost all of the Zs …
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