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Now what? 1 2

March 25, 2009 by 260zCaliCar
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I've been working on this thing for so long it never occurred to me that I might finish it someday! :stupid: Today I looked at it and couldn't think of anything else to do , so I to took some pictures and posted them. Now what... Drive it? Stare at it? See if I still have a relationship? See you all at the West Coast Nationals next month!

Last reply by =Enigma=, March 28, 2009
Finding my old car 1 2

March 24, 2009 by oskidunker1
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I had a 72 Z which was sold by my x wife in about 1979. I no longer have the vin or any service records. any idea how I could locate the vin ? It was purchased from redwood City Datsun in 1972. I don't know if they are still there or if they would have any records.

Last reply by stevef1972z, March 27, 2009
'71 240z $450 (FL Craigslist)

March 27, 2009 by mikewags
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Looks like a decent 71 for parts. Would have to see more pics though. http://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/1093010662.html

Last reply by mikewags, March 27, 2009
Down for the count 1 2

March 24, 2009 by =Enigma=
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I'm totally bummed out right now. I've been operating for the last few weeks under the assumption that I pulled a muscle in my back while pulling parts at the JY, and I've been taking it easy to let it heal up so I could finish up my car and drive it to the West Coast Z Car Nationals. This Saturday I felt a sharp pain in my back which sent me to the floor. I was stuck there and couldn't get up or move for nearly 2 hours. Sadly I learned today that I probably have a bulging disk. I go in for an MRI on Wednesday.......

Last reply by =Enigma=, March 26, 2009
Hatch rust help

March 26, 2009 by john mcgarvie
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I am repairing the rear hatch area you know where I'm talking about.And i need some pictures some good clear ones.I need from the top the right and left side and from underneath above each light and the license plate.

Last reply by carguyinok, March 26, 2009
Price of parts 1 2 3

March 21, 2009 by mbarjbar
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Prices for parts on Ebay are unbelievable. Someone just paid over $300.00 with shipping for a 240 fan shroud (sheet metal). Motorsport auto has fiberglass shrouds for $85.00. Ashtrays for early cars are pushing $200.00! These prices seem a little crazy to me. Recession? What recession?;-) Mike

Last reply by mbarjbar, March 25, 2009
Lots of new posters

March 24, 2009 by =Enigma=
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Seem to me like there there's been a significant increase in the number of new posters/members in the last week or two. Could this be due to more Zs changing hands as a result of the current economic conditions? Just thinking out loud.

Last reply by zbane, March 25, 2009
Removing 'Datsun' Fender Emblems

March 23, 2009 by lm71z
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What's the best way to remove the 'Datsun' fender emblems without damaging the car's paint or breaking off any of the pegs on the emblem? Is there any way to get at the other 2 pegs behind the wheel well from behind?

Last reply by =Enigma=, March 24, 2009
Eat your hart out!!! Fresh find and its MINE!!!!! 1 2 3

February 21, 2009 by carguyinok
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Ok guys, I just got done buying another 72 240Z!!!!! This baby is CLEAN and one of the best rust free cars I have ever looked at. It came from TX. into MO. 3 years ago and has NO RUST!!! I have pulled the carpet all over, spare tire, frame rails you could eat off of!!! I open the door and found a perfect int. head liner, carpet, doors in tip top shape and BLACK. The dash dosnt even have a stress line and is 100% with NO cracks or damage. I am talking 100% there inside and out. even the damage free shift boot. The PO had sold the car to his kid who then thought it would be fun ta rattle can paint the car light blue 2 years ago. But it's all there and free of dents rust …

Last reply by iCapture, March 24, 2009
Cool reproduction stuff.... what about?

March 23, 2009 by 70z4fun
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Wow, I am really surprised with all the cool stuff available for our cars! Door panels, choke knobs, throttle knobs, rebuilt clocks and I just realized that someone has done Series 1 interior hatch trim!!! So, I must be missing a few things, so I thought I would ask: 1. What about the trim for the console for series 1 cars under the choke/throttle knobs? I know they use to come with console, anyone know of anyone reproducing those? Anyone else need one? 2. Glove box emblem? Have not seen those for awhile! 3. OK< oil pressure sending unit for the 140lbs gauge? 4. I know those ash trays are tough to come by.... is there much demand for those. Someone told me that …

Last reply by manny1973, March 23, 2009
Supercharged 280Z

March 22, 2009 by texasz
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This car may have been discussed on here a few years back as it was done for Sport Z magazine. If not, then you should check it out...quite interesting what has been done to it. Any how, the point of this post is to share the fact that the supercharger setup is all up for sale now and he "would like to get $2000 for it". Here's a link to the thread over at Hybridz, check out the videos too. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=144713

Last reply by ezzzzzzz, March 23, 2009
whate is the value of these cars 1 2

March 22, 2009 by john mcgarvie
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OK i have a 5/72 240z not a matching numbers car i bought it for 500 and i have already put another 500 in it.I'm just wondering how far i can go and still be within the value.I'm not looking to git rid of it i just don't want to put 3000 into a car that will only be worth 1000.

Last reply by john mcgarvie, March 22, 2009