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Shop manuals/repair guides

July 17, 2002 by ZwolleY
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What shop manual do you pros like for the 240Z? I have a 1971 Henley Press shop manual and Chilton's manual. The Chilton is very much like the Henley book. They both seem o.k. but there are omissions. I use a Haynes for my Taurus and there is a Haynes available for the 240Z. Any recommendations? I need lots of detailed explanation and pictures.

Last reply by EScanlon, July 17, 2002
240Z art

July 6, 2002 by carguyinok
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http://www.detnet.com/stnarts/240z.htm This is the site for info on this.

Last reply by carguyinok, July 6, 2002
I been searchin' (for wheel covers)

July 6, 2002 by ZwolleY
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Couple of questions about wheel covers: I have three original for a '72 that are in rough shape, rusty, red center medallion missing on one, etc. Is it worth restoring these or just too much trouble? After giving thought to putting chrome wheels on my car, I am now thinking original wheel covers. I did a lot of searching on the usual sites but no success. Are new, or very good used ones or restored covers available? How much should I expect to pay? It seems like there should be some out there in garages or shops since many cars have chrome wheels. Are wheel covers from '70 thru '73 the same?

Last reply by BadDog, July 6, 2002
my new car

July 2, 2002 by z_pyro
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well, i have a car that I can DRIVE now!! it's a 95 Dodge Neon, has AC, CD player, etc. The previous owner was a girl who was heading off to college, she got the original white, scratched paint covered with a ??gray/brown?? color, looks real nice. It's only $4000, $1000 down. I'm parting out the z, so if anyone wants some parts, feel free to ask.

Last reply by ZwolleY, July 6, 2002
Any Members from the Charleston area?

July 2, 2002 by Dan
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I Just moved from San Diego C.A to Charleston S.C and was wondering if any club members live in the area. There was once a Z club in Goose Creek where i now live but it seems defunked. I will be looking for an experienced machine shop to work on a spare head i have, so if anyone knows a place in this area let me know please.

Last reply by Dan, July 3, 2002
V8 Sounding Z 1 2

June 28, 2002 by 24OZ
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Is it possible to get the Z to sound like a V8? This will be my next project, as to when...... we'll see... i may have grown one of these by the time i get round to it :beard: I've got a stock L28 in my 240Z and would like it to sound like a monster V8? Well ok a mini V8 then I guess its all in the exhaust you use and the header, anyone got any ideas on a good header/exhaust setup which would get me the V8 sound, or as close as possible. It cant be excessively loud as it may not be legal BTW - My L28 is stock so would headers actually reduce power on my car? Just something I read somewhere. Thanks.

Last reply by grantman240z, July 2, 2002
Ricez 1 2

June 28, 2002 by Alfadog
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You'd better believe it...

Last reply by Phacade, June 30, 2002
What size tires?

March 17, 2002 by peterpit
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Just picked up a set of 14"x 6" aluminum rims for my 76 280z and looking for suggestions for what size tire to use. car will be used as a weekend driver. Thanks!!

Last reply by Royce, June 30, 2002
Where can I find a good mechanic?

June 28, 2002 by ZwolleY
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Any recomendations for a good SU mechanic in the Portland, Oregon (or out toward Hood River) area? A shade tree mechanic would be o.k. if they Knew their stuff and were comfortable in long pants. My carbs seem to be frequently in need of adjustment.

Last reply by Dan, June 29, 2002
6 into 2 header then 1?

June 29, 2002 by carguyinok
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ok has anyone out there kept there 6 into 2 header at 2 rather then y ing it back into 1. I have been thinking about running my ex. with 2 1/4 pipes and glasspack style muff. one dumping out the pass. side and one out drivers side bolth just in front of the rear wheels. The pipes would be tucked under the the car but exit out where sidepipes would end. I have A new rear skirt being made without the tail pipe cutaway. So thats no big deal. Any other downfalls with doing this? :beard:

Last reply by carguyinok, June 29, 2002
Bad news... 1 2

June 12, 2002 by z_pyro
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Took a test drive of my z 2day...not good... there was a heavy "clunk" every time we accelerated, my dad said it was the u-joint..there's just too much work to do on the z for a 16 yr old working @ min wage @ 20 hours/week... tomorrow my dad is going to see of the DMV will buy it for 2 grand, for being a "gross-polluter"..... :( my uncle is going to sell us his chevy caprice....what a step up... well, if i can get $2k from parting it out, i'd do that....anyone need an L28 engine with a N42 head, dual Webers, anything else from a 71 240? :(

Last reply by z_pyro, June 23, 2002
headers for my 240 Z

June 15, 2002 by Bill's240
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I have a 240z that I put a 350 chevy motor in and I would like to know if anybody makes headers for it. Or does anyone have headers that will fit for sale.

Last reply by 2ManyZs, June 16, 2002