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Today's saga is lifted from the pages of reality... In the course of the re-install of the '77 280's floor console, I discovered an anomaly in the operation of the hatch window Defogger; the switch activates the heating grid, but not the indicator at the console. No need to chase a bulb issue tho, as switching the ign. to "On" activates a "test" cycle (that is clearly operated by the "Seat Belt Warning Timer located in the relay group in the pass. footwell) that successfully activates the Defog indicator for a few seconds, so clearly the fault in not in the indicator. Nor is it in the connectors of each to the main harness, as all are original plugs that are clean an…
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Brother's 70 has been sitting, need at least fuel system clean and flush, radiator, hoses, etc etc. Anybody has local suggestions? Mike's Z has not been responsive Thanks a bunch!!
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I'm doing the Honda wiper motor upgrade for my '71 (with the nifty electrical adapter harness), and everything is pretty clear except for one thing: how the stock wiper mechanism attaches to the motor. If I've read various posts correctly (here and elsewhere), the stock 240z motor has a "reverse feature" that stops the motor in the forward direction and briefly runs it backwards to the park position. Because of that feature, the connection between the mechanism and the motor shaft has some kind of a rotational clutch which includes a cam and a spring (with a tang) and a tabbed washer to make it work. I guess it was pretty state-of-the-art back in '71. Here's the…
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So my heater blower motor stop working. Here is what I have done so far to troubleshoot. Ran power directly to the motor which tested fine. I had a spare switch and tried it which didn't work. I have power at the blower motor with the switch in line. In the wiring diagram I see a relay but cant seem to locate it. It doesn't appear to be the one on the passenger kick panel and only the horn relay is on the driver kick panel. Any clues on where it might be hiding?? Any troubleshooting tips are appreciated. Im a total noob at electrical which I think goes without saying. Thanks
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I’m building a good solid driver. I’d like your opinion as to how to build a good solid driver with all the parts I have. I have two 1971s and an extra fuel injected engine an five-speed. Here’s the status of each: Red early 71 (Originally silver): Pros: matching numbers, later version of four-speed, mechanically sound, chrome and badging really nice. Cons: A whole lot of rust underneath and pillars, etc.. White late 71 ( originally silver): Pros: No Rust. Chassis solid, good brakes, Cons: L28 Engine not running, five-speed status unknown. bad clutch, PO paint job is poor, Interior has overspray, white overspray all over engine. Chro…
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Hi guys, can a bad ECU cause misfire? May be a very general question but want to gauge opinion/experience. Also if I get a new ECU do I need any kind of programming? Even if it is out of a running another 77 280z?
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the actual wire that connects the antenna to the radio that is. I decided to replace my orig as it had broken and I fixed with a splice. Radio reception not being that sensitive I decided to go the route of starting with replacing that, just in case I was having a loss due to the splice. Anyway bought 12ft thinking that should be plenty (and was the longest in stock at AZ). Removing the seat and safety belt reel, the metal cover by the door sill and of course the plastic rear quarter cover give you access. there are several attachment hold downs that secure the wire along its route, so I decided to just undo the old and put in the new at the same time to keep the lea…
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Would like to start a "One of these things is not like the other" forum group. Input? 1 2 3 4
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Dearly Beloved. I find myself explaining over and over again to various Z owners (all Datsun owners really) about the differences in various items and what year range they belong to. I am tired of doing so, and tires of hunting down pictures and URL's of stuff for them, and would just like to point them to a single URL where they can look up the answer to their question. What better place than our beloved CZCC forum, and what a better way to entice new members! Note this fatigue does not apply to the membership here, but mostly to the ones I try to help on that blessed piece of crap FB....... There are just SO many more soles pleading for help there, than here, I …
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Is it kosher to leave the fuel rails exposed instead of wrapping them in heat shield? (I currently have original flat top carbs on my 1973 240z, fyi, and they are wrapped in two layers of ugly mess.) Started wondering about it since I've got my fuel rails off right now -- part of my end to end cleaning of gas tank and fuel lines. I see pics like this with exposed fuel rail:
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I have the opportunity to purchase a set of 4 NOS Z hubcaps. We all know that the D hubcaps have become very rare and expensive. Also as you know, there were hundreds of thousands of sets of Z hubcaps manufactured that are quite common and came stock on the '72 and '73 240Zs, '74 260Zs and the '75 280Zs. However, NOS Z hubcaps in perfect condition are also pretty rare. Any idea what a set of 4 is worth? Has there been any recent sales of NOS Z hubcaps on eBay? Just trying to get an idea of the value. Thanks in advance. Steve
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New owner beginning the process of getting my 1978 280Z up and running and fun to drive on the weekends. How important is finding a real specialist in Z car restoration do to the work? The couple of specialty shops that I have contacted are too busy to take on another project. Is using a good mechanic and body shop sufficient to achieve a good result? Are there things that I need to make sure are being done? Just starting out and have many questions. Thanks for your guidance.
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Just received my set of Amco knock off floor mats. I couldn’t be happier...... they are beautiful! FYI Guy
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