Arne Posted October 3, 2009 Share #13 Posted October 3, 2009 Shoot me a message when you get closer. There's at least one accountant posting at the University of Oregon (Eugene) right now. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296343 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankensteinz2 Posted October 3, 2009 Author Share #14 Posted October 3, 2009 No kiddin Darrell, I have take my 240z wiper motor to them beforeI made it to Chicago last night with only 2 issues. Shifter keeps poppin out of fifth gear and my dashboard lights went out when i arrive. So i have some investigating to do. I'll hope to be headin out to Denver next week.I will drop you a line when i get in dodge, thanks Arne. Frankie Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296354 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vercingetorix Posted October 4, 2009 Share #15 Posted October 4, 2009 That sounds like a total hoot!! Probably a bit late to fool with the gear box now,buy a bungie cord to hold it and DRIVE!Best of Luck Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296363 Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundmasterg Posted October 4, 2009 Share #16 Posted October 4, 2009 Have a safe drive all the way out here! Watch out for bad weather along the way.You may check your combo switch for oxidation on the contacts, or also check your dimmer....rotate it a bunch and your lights may just pop back on. I have a local friend who has the transmission pop out of 5th too, but other than that it works fine and has for years....so you should be ok on your trip with it.Theres a great local community for Z's out here. Greg Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296370 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankensteinz2 Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share #17 Posted October 6, 2009 Made to minnesota today. 2 more issues, window won't shut, and then........my car broke down I was having trouble with it poppin out of 5th, and then it got better for a while, then all of a sudden it popped out and wouldn't go back in, so i drove it in 4th to it into this little town and it wouldn't go in gear at all I had it towed to a mechanic shop and will go over in the morning I believe the clutch just needs to be adjusted and i need some tranny fluid and gear oil as it seemed to be whinning a bit.......sound right? Stuck in BFE, in a hotel for the night Well will see how it goes in the morning Frankie Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296517 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankensteinz2 Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share #18 Posted October 6, 2009 So I research my transmission all night from my tiny hotel room. I am still clueless as to the fluid. Excuse me for my ignorance, but i always thought tranny fluid, and gear oil were 2 separate things for 2 separate parts of the transmission. Now after researching it seems that gear oil is an alternative to transmission fluid, and there is only one chamber to drain and fill in the tranny. Am I correct or lost as usual?Frankie Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296563 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Palmer Posted October 6, 2009 Share #19 Posted October 6, 2009 A mechanic can check fill level easily enough. 90 wt gear lube for a standard. One chamber only. Hope BFE doesn't turn out to be your new home. Bummer.... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296565 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankensteinz2 Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share #20 Posted October 6, 2009 YEP, looks like i better put up roots im stuck in the bottom of Minnesota at the side of the highway. Talked to a mechanic and the car is stuck in gear, and needs to be pulled out and rebuilt. Im gonna post and see what i can find for a good used transmission out there. Anybody know of any good shops in BFE. Frankie Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296569 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 6, 2009 Share #21 Posted October 6, 2009 Frankie, since you have a computer I'd check out Craigslist to see if there's anything available regarding Datsun parts. If you know exactly what you need, I'm sure someone on the club would be happy to help you locate a part. Do you know what you need to get the car going again? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296573 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastWoman Posted October 6, 2009 Share #22 Posted October 6, 2009 (edited) Ah, to be young again! I'm really enjoying your story, Frankie. Sorry to hear about the transmission, but you'll be rolling again soon. Decades from now, you'll even have fond memories of the big breakdown in Minnesota, don't'cha know -- especially if you meet some cute girl while you're there. I can't pass you a wrench, but I'm beaming positive vibes your way. Edited October 6, 2009 by FastWoman Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296577 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankensteinz2 Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share #23 Posted October 6, 2009 Yes Mike, I just need a used tranny compatible with the 240z, i have a 5 speed in there now but im not sure which one. Of course in better shape then my own. Searching craigslist by city, and ebay as well. I have a separate thread for the part on the forum.ThanksFrankie Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastWoman Posted October 6, 2009 Share #24 Posted October 6, 2009 Just a bit of traveling music for you. I love this song: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/33388-oregon-or-bust/?page=2#findComment-296591 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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