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WELL, HERE WE GO. I AM DOING A FAVOR FOR MY BROTHERS BOSS HE HAS A 72 DATSUN 240Z WE THINK THE MOTOR CAME FROM A 74 OR 75 Z IF ANY ONE HAS A WIRE SCHEMATIC FOR THE UNDER HOOD & UNDER DASH IT WOULD BE A GREAT HELP. THE ALTERNATOR IS NOT CHARGING THE BATTERY & THERE ARE SEVERAL BURNT WIRES UNDER THE DASH COMMING FROM THE UNDER HOOD HARNESS. MY MAIN INTEREST IS FOR THE ATERNATOR WIRING. THANKS CAPT.HOTSOCKET@HOTMAIL.COM
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hey all, got a problem shifting into second gear.. it grinds going in from 1st, or downshifting from 3rd. it always felt like there wasnt enough throw in the hydraulic system to disengauge the clutch fully... well, I pulled the transmission(1981 280ZX 5speed non turbo) to take a look see. and I found that a few of my pressure plate bolts had come loose (I have a centerforce 2 clutch)..about 3-4 turns to snug. It made me think that maybe because of this, my clutch was draging a bit, especially with those centrifical weights.. well, I tightened everything back up, but the transmission back on, replaced the master and slave cylinder, bled the system, I have the right year …
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Hey folks, I finally talked my neighboor into buying his first 240z. He just called me to come check on a strong gas smell in his garage and as I entered you could smell gas, almost like someone poured some on the garage floor. After we inspected the car the smell is coming from the engine compartment somewhere, we both are by no means mechanics and I suggested he take the car in on Monday. But I did notice some small drops on the floor, and was thinking could this be something as simple as a fuel line, etc. Where could two "Novice" mechanics start troubleshooting this smell? Is there a recommended guide to follow? Any help would be appreaciated. His car is 73 model…
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Hi, I tore my head off today to get it machined. Looking at the pistons I noticed something. They are all marked with "F2" on the top, except for one, which is marked with "F3". Does this mean anything? Thanks, Adam
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k... 76 280z fuel injected... turns over and actually starts for about 2-3 sec. and then dies. dont know the technical term but its backfireing out the intake (think that means its lean???) however i have checked the fuel pressure and there is tons going to the engine. the tank has been cleaned, new fuel pump, filter, and injectors, and did a tune up with new plugs, wires, cap and rotor, just 2 days ago. the dang thing ran fine to the store, and when i came out as soon as i turned the key it started doing this just literally at the drop of a hat and now its stuck there....could it possibly the distributor?? i checked all the fuses, and such and there is nothing diffe…
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I know it is advisable to sand between coats with solid colours and the clear laquer but does this apply for pearlesant paints as well. I have heard and read that some people do not sand metallic paints but only sand the clear lacquer. I have just resprayed my car with a Green Mica but am not sure when to sand. Do I sand the paint back now before I apply the final coat of green?
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The body shop is now insisting on putting the new windshield in the 1971 240Z (FairladyZ actually,) without using any silicone or other sealer. He says they use a linseed based oil that accomplishes the same thing. Is this correct and that it won't leak with the stuff he want's to use? Thanks!
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An inquiring mind needs to know!
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I rebuilt a F54 Block and N42 Head for my 78 280z. I just had it running for the first time in about three years the other day. It was not running well though. It ran good enough to drive, but didnt seem very peppy as though the timing was off or it was running on a select few cylinders... But still able to go down the road. I tried to make it run the way it should, so I re-set the valve timing. I put everything back together and still no luck. It now seemed as though the head gasket was at fault with the way the motor turned more freely. I replaced the head gasket and torqued to proper specs... Still no progress. So now I decide to take the valve timing apart again and…
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I tried to change my first thread, but was unable to do so. Therefore a new thread. When my lights are on in my 72z, whether car is running or not, and I turn on the turn signals all my lights flicker with ever flash of the turn signals. I've replaced the voltage regulator,o/e, put an extra ground wire on the altenator and cleaned up other ground wires. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Bill.
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<a href="http://imageshack.us"><img src="http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5968/ztherapycarbs2xg4.jpg" border="0" alt="Image Hosted by ImageShack.us" /></a> any ideas or places where i can find these besides the junkyard? thanks!
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Hi guys, I am in need of a balancetube for a L26 intake manifold. Mine is cracked and I haven't been able to locate one locally. Nissan dealer says that is not avialable anymore. Any of you guys that can help me out? Thanks Emil Stojanov P.S. I am located in The Netherlands.
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