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i was finishing up my engine build when i noticed my rear (6 cylinder) cam tower had a shim on it. I didnt notice it until i started on the exhaust valve of the 6th cylinder. The pivot point for the rocker arm was way higher than the others. I also noticed the lash pad was different color than the others. As of now i have the valve lash on that one valve correct but im worried that if i ran the car i would have BIG issues. Now if i were to remove the shim, would adjusting the lash pad be back to normal like the others. And also would i ruin my headgasket by taking out that one head bolt in the rear in order to remove the cam tower shim?
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My daughters 280 is suddenly running very rich. Changed out air flow meter and problem still present. Any ideas would be appreciated, otherwise its off to nissan.
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My RPM's will just die. I am driving and then stop at a stop sign and the RPM's will dip down to 0, then rev back up to normal idle. This does not happen every time, however. And sometimes the car will not start after being driven, but other times there is no problem. I am thinking this is electrical, but possibly carbs? I have replaced the points, plugs (not NGK plugs, but Champion-shitty), the rotor and cap. Could the coil be going out, or does it simply die when it goes bad? From the look of my plugs, it seems the carbs are running rich. Any thoughts on the above, thanks...
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I have a 1971 240Z and it always smell like gas fumes. Any word on how I can solve this problem. ThanksROFL
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Well I have an idea I want to run past you guys. I have searched the archives and have read that one or two people have done this idea, but no one seems to have documented it to well. I just bought a universal tow bar (http://www.uneedtools.com/adjustable-tow-bar-p-919.html) was around 70 bucks after shipping. I just helped tow my brothers jeep back from Colorado and thought why not my Z when I am taking it to the painters or the mechanics (I am having the engine taken out for painting). Those several tips would run me 50 bucks a pop at least for a tower and 25 each for local U-haul service. I will also be moving and have my Z in tow and that is 125 for the tow dolly o…
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It's me again with another find. A 78 Black Pearl Z in perfect condition.One owner with original bill of sale and loan payments.Been kept inside until last year.Been covered up.NO rust no dents or dings,Original paint. dash has 1 small crack low milege. I need to make an offer soon so please give me some figure.
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I did a search for ignition switch and half a million things came up and many had nothing to do with my problem, I am lazy and hopefully you can make my life easier. My ignition switch is doing some werid stuff and I need to replace it. Can i buy just the switch componant of it without needing to have a "new" switch rekeyed to my current keys? If you are curious this is what's happening. The accessories randomly work or don't work. For instance, my windshield wipers might be working then they will stop, i can turn the key a tad to the start position and they will work for a little while then stop agian. All of the accessory problems respond to me turning the ignit…
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This is probably an easy one. I am trying to remove my Amp/fuel guage. The temp. guage came out easy. All I had to do was un-plug the pigtail and light wire and it was off. The fuel guage seems to have two additional leads connected to it. They are comming from a wire harness under the dash. Both have a right angle rubber nipple over them. How do I get these off? If I pry the rubber nipple back, I can see little brass nuts. Do I indo the nuts, or do these plugs simply pull off like the light does? Thanks, Mark
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I am in the middle of a 5 spd swap on my 78 280Z. Im using the tranny from an 82 280ZX. Now where do the 6 wires go. I have searched the forum and only found articles on the 4 wires. i have a black with red stripe, a solid black, 2 solid green, and 2 white with blue stripes. What goes where, i need to get this car started!!!!
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like it says im looking at a 280z 1983, its got 118xxx on the clock and i want to know what you think the bogging prob is (injectors maybe) and what to check for on these cars before buying them, im a rx7club frequent, dunno if theres some untold rivalry or what not, but i havent heard of you guys there so go easy on me. im not familiar with piston engines, ill say that now, ive always owned a rotary, dunno why i just like em, but still always wanted a datsun. so let me know what you think and heres a pic of my rex too (for good measure)... im looking forward to restoring this z car help me out! please!
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:devious: I have been looking all over, no one seems to have a sending unit for my 280Z.. Any advise sure would be helpful. Thanks.. Terry
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looking for engine builder in las vegas,socal, maybe az
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