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SU Carbs

February 4, 2002 by morfirst
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Could someone tell me what the difference is between the three screw and the four screw SU carbs in reference to the carb piston housing? Is one better than the other?

Last reply by 2ManyZs, February 4, 2002
Chrome Painting

January 23, 2002 by Zlishous
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Can anyone tell me what to treat chrome with before painting it black? Specifically window trim. I like the way black trim looks and I want to do it on my Z. Will the same apply to chrome on bumpers/ Thanks, Zlish

Last reply by 2ManyZs, February 4, 2002
SU Carbs

February 4, 2002 by morfirst
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Does anyone know the difference between the three and four screw SU Carbs in reference to the carb piston cover?

Last reply by morfirst, February 4, 2002
best z mechanic in Dallas

February 4, 2002 by mike graff
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I'm wondering if there's an opinion out there concerning who the best z mechanic would be in the D/FW area. My '71 looks pretty good, but needs some work that I'm not enough of an expert to do myself. It needs: new clutch, brake job, struts, new header gasket and muffler recconect of tachometer proper tune Alot of work for the right guy! Thanks!

Last reply by mike graff, February 4, 2002
Book Availability

February 1, 2002 by RandyC
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Last week I ordered Wick Humble's "How to Restore Your Datsun Z Car" from Amazon.com and got a message today that they are not able to get this book anymore. Does anyone out there know of a source for this book? Thanks, RandyC

Last reply by 918/240Z, February 4, 2002
Restoring a Z, where to start?

January 31, 2002 by ZMan
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I have a '73 240z that I bought new. I love this car but it has been sitting for several years now. I know this is a mortal sin but time and money (and some laziness :sleep: ) has let it collect dust. I want to restore it but I am not sure where to start. Body is basically good (some rear quarter damage due to uninsured motorist) engine quit running, not sure why but it did run. Interior needs work, seats are dry rotted, dash cracked. In short it needs work. I would like to do it right. Do I: A. Restore it to original condition, color and such. Yes, I kept all the original parts including the hub caps. B. Restore it as is with air dam, spoiler, and keep the existing color…

Last reply by 2ManyZs, January 31, 2002
Window Tinting

January 31, 2002 by XYZ
2 replies

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I've got a general question that may seem kind of dumb but in looking at the many z pictures posted on the web I can't recall a single one having window tinting on them. I have a stratus that I had the windows tinted on and I can't image a ride without tinting now. It helps with the interior and I kind of like the look. Is this taboo to do to a z?

Last reply by Royce, January 31, 2002
Brake tips

January 31, 2002 by Daniel
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Ever notice you replace a brake part that requires bleeding the system,things work fine then your master cylinder craps out?The trick is to place a 2x4 or some sort of stop under the brake pedal before you start pumping to bleed the system.The master cyl.under normal operation does not go to the floor.Crud forms in the normally untouched area of the cyl. piston.When you go to the floor you damage the piston.Also ever get that slight squeak,squeak from your front brakes that stops when you just barely touch the brakes?Apply CLOTH duct tape to the brake pad(of course I mean the metal side!)and assemble as normal.It will be sandwiched between the pad and anti squeal plate.I'…

Last reply by Daniel, January 31, 2002
grrrrrrrrrrrr 1 2

January 20, 2002 by ZmeFly
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i cant get my car pic to shrink for an avatar can anyone help?

Last reply by ZmeFly, January 31, 2002
Dash maint.

January 30, 2002 by Dale B.
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I have an original uncracked dash in my Z and would like to know how to keep it that way. Any suggestions? I am currently using Armorall since it has a UV blocker.will my dash still crack in time?

Last reply by toddz240, January 31, 2002
dashboards

January 29, 2002 by XYZ
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I recently became a Z owner and had a question regarding cracked dashboards. I wanted some feedback on people's experience with the dashboard covers that are available in lieu of tearing out a working dash assembly and repairing or replacing. I know there is a half dash and a full dash cover available but are they worth the money? The full dash cover is less than a hundred bucks and the half dash is around fifty bucks. This is about the only thing in the interior that needs attention.

Last reply by XYZ, January 30, 2002
Engine for a 240Z

January 14, 2002 by MikeT73
1 reply

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Got a 73Z. Engine is a giant paperweight. Will a 280Z engine work in the car. Is there quicker acceleration with the 280 engine, i.e., more torque?

Last reply by ninja240z, January 28, 2002