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I recently replaced my keyed ignition switch as the old key (original) was so worn you could remove the key with the engine running. Since the replacement (and even before) a relay clicks but you have to try several times to get the starter to engage. Appears to be a relay problem. Any hints on what I should do? thanx, -C
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I have a 1975 280Z and am having issues with fuel flowing out of the fuel tank. I bought the car not too long ago. It sat for a while and had varnish built up in the fuel tank. I had the tank cleaned and coated with the red Por stuff. I connected a 280ZX fuel pump and I can hear the fuel pump turn on. Upon cranking, the car does not start. I pulled the fuel hose going into the fuel filter and turned the fuel pump on. There is no fuel coming out.. I pulled the hose that comes out of the fuel tank going into the fuel pump. There is fuel coming out but is not gushing out. I would think the fuel should just gush out.. Should it.??? I connected the fuel pump wiring di…
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Greetings, Ya'll. I've got a problem with a '76 that I initially thought was due to bad plug wires, but after changing them, twice, and checking the timing, I believe there is something else afoot. Thinking about how to diagnose this, I realized I could use a timing light to determine if the plugs were getting juice. So, 30 minutes ago I connected it up and found that cyl 4 & 5 are not "lighting up." When I initially changed the plug wires (Accel), I also replaced the coil with an MSD Blaster, thinking that perhaps the original coil had finally given up the ghost. Outside of this, I have done nothing else to the ignition. I inspected the distributor, and there seem…
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:cry:All, I have my car broken apart at the shop to have the rear suspension parts swapped out, along with installing a R-200 differential. The spindle pin on the passenger side rear came out no problem; driver side rear is seized and will not come out (mechanic tried soaking, heat, etc) - partly due to rust. I now desperately need this part so I can get my car back together AND free up the shop's lift - they are losing money while my car sits in pieces. Z Barn might have one but the owner is away until next Tuesday. MSA and Black Dragon don't carry this part. Z Specialities is in the process of moving their warehouse for the next 6-8 weeks. Does anyone have one availabl…
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I'm using a heat gun and some metal cleaner paste, but it won't come off easily. You guys have better ideas or now some nasty stuff that works? I'm not going to use dry ice.:surprised I'm going to put the whole underside in POR-15. But want it bare to the metal first.
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Hey, I was messing with my car today trying to figure out my headlight issue(low beams dont work but I get power to the light connecters with the switch on) when the car stalled out and wouldn't start again... I have a wire running from the battery to the + on the coil because something is wrong with my ignition switch (or so I was told). I can smell fuel and pulled one of the plugs but dont see any spark. Its really wierd because I had the car running and it just cut out, died and wouldn't start again. The other day I had a battery box on the car with the coil wire hooked to the battery, as got out of the car I noticed the coil area smoking so I quick disconnected it. Th…
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i realized i was missing something rather important on my 280zx a day ago and for the life of me i can't think of what it is called could someone help me out? its the gold colored piece
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I put my foot on the brake and I hear a hissing noise. The brake pedals get really hard and it is difficult to stop. In addition, when I step on the brake pedal, the the engine revs a little bit higher. i need some advise- Thank you.
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I own a 72 240z with Tokico HP struts & springs and I'm interested in buying the Sport MAX 16 x 8 Wheels now on the Motorsport website (see attached). They are saying they will fit with no mods but several of my fellow Ontario Z Club members say I will need to modify the spring seat and maybe the fenders. Has anyone bought these wheels for a 72', and what was your experience? Thanks
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My turn signal arm just started "clicking" when I turn the steering wheel, in other words when backing the car out and turning the wheel left or right the arm or lever will move just a bit and click. Any idea what this is? Before I opened the steering cowl cover I thought I would ask you guys to see if anyone else has ever had this issue. Thanks, Randy PS....its a 1971 240Z
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I was gonna give my car a tune up today only to find out that 3 of my plugs had oil on them. the other 3 were all black and sooty. Which means that its running too rich right? And the other 3 with oil means that my piston rings are worn right? If so, which would be better to do: get the old l24 engine fixed? or buy a newer l28? I would rather get the l24 fixed but if the cost is equal to getting an l28, might as well upgrade then.
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I've been driving my 78' 280z w/o problems for a while (even with a small fuel leak) and today I drove to work and couldn't start the car a few hours later, It would turn over but not start. I thought I'd ran out of gas by being lazy and having a low tank and letting it sit for 3 days. I filled the car with 3 gal of gas to get me to a gas station to fill it up but it still won't start. I hear the fuel pump when the key is in but I don't know what the problem is. I searched the forums and checked the fuses but I still can't figure it out. Im not sure if the filter has gone and that is causing the problem or if the fuel pump is just crapped out. Anyone have any suggestion…
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