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I was wondering if replacing the vacuum advance was a relatively easy task and also how it's done (do I need to remove the distributor, disassemble the distributor, etc.)?

I think mine is busted - doesn't hold any vacuum whatsoever (used a vacuum pump).

I apologize if this topic has already been gone through before, I wasn't able to find any specific threads on it.

And just to clarify, this is the vacuum advance correct?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Standard-Motor-Products-VC351-Distributor-Vacuum-Advance-Nissan-200ZX-/190662110088?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c6458eb88&vxp=mtr#ht_506wt_1139

Was planning on purchasing this one. Can't seem to find any elsewhere?

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It's pretty easy, and you don't need to pull the dizzy, even though that would make an easier job of it. And don't buy THAT VA unit 'cause it's not for an S30.QUOTE=UR2H;402181]I was wondering if replacing the vacuum advance was a relatively easy task and also how it's done (do I need to remove the distributor, disassemble the distributor, etc.)?

I think mine is busted - doesn't hold any vacuum whatsoever (used a vacuum pump).

I apologize if this topic has already been gone through before, I wasn't able to find any specific threads on it.

And just to clarify, this is the vacuum advance correct?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Standard-Motor-Products-VC351-Distributor-Vacuum-Advance-Nissan-200ZX-/190662110088?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c6458eb88&vxp=mtr#ht_506wt_1139

Was planning on purchasing this one. Can't seem to find any elsewhere?

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As stated above, it is very easy. However, when you buy one, (I got one from the dealer for around $30-$40) make sure you give them the correct year for your DISTRIBUTOR, in the event that it differs from the year of your car. You should bring in your current one to be sure. These all look very similar, but there are slight differences.

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It's pretty easy, and you don't need to pull the dizzy, even though that would make an easier job of it. And don't buy THAT VA unit 'cause it's not for an S30.

Thanks. For some reason that vacuum advance lists for a "200zx" but if you scroll down it details that it's for a 280Z.

As stated above, it is very easy. However, when you buy one, (I got one from the dealer for around $30-$40) make sure you give them the correct year for your DISTRIBUTOR, in the event that it differs from the year of your car. You should bring in your current one to be sure. These all look very similar, but there are slight differences.

I would rather get it from Nissan but none of the local dealerships were able to locate any for me. Places like Kragen/O'Reily's and Napa said they could possibly get them. This eBay listing is pretty much the only thing I could find on the web. Even contacted the seller and confirmed it was for my car and manual transmission.

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Don't know what year z you have but rockauto.com has that same vacuum advance that's pictured at ebay for half the price!

RockAuto it is!

Unfortunately STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Part # VC351 is not currently available and has been removed from your shopping cart

Tease...

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Some detailed pics on this page showing a vac advance going in. The two fastening screws are the same on most distributors I have seen.

The old vac advance may have corroded to the distributor housing (where it inserts). You may need some penetrating oil to loosen it up.

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