June 11, 201410 yr Author comment_449626 OK thanks guys. I think I will just make my own. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 11, 201410 yr Author comment_449629 Finally got around to looking through some random stuff that the previous owner gave me. I found some pretty cool stuff. The original window sticker The "Guarantee Booklet" and card This is who the previous owner bought the car from. And some random brochures Plus all of the service records. Anyways I thought it was cool that he kept all of this. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449629 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 18, 201410 yr Author comment_449985 I got most of the rear suspension in over the weekend. I also had my wheels powder coated and my tires mounted. Dunlop Direzza 205/50 R16 Some random pics from my good camera Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449985 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 18, 201410 yr comment_449987 You can soak the differential air breather in a clear glass of peroxide on a sunny day to whiten it. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449987 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 18, 201410 yr Author comment_449988 You can soak the differential air breather in a clear glass of peroxide on a sunny day to whiten it.Ahh good to know thanks! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449988 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 18, 201410 yr comment_449993 Great stuff man! Empowering! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-449993 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 18, 201410 yr comment_450006 You can soak the differential air breather in a clear glass of peroxide on a sunny day to whiten it. I was cleaning mine and it broke:(. Then I found out you can order them from Nissan for less than €1.50. Also helps if you fit the breather before you mount the diff under the car. They can be a tight fit and not much roomto move. BREATHER-C :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com Chas Edited June 18, 201410 yr by EuroDat Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450006 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 22, 201410 yr Author comment_450260 I reached a milestone today. The car is officially a rolling chassis! Rear drum brakes installed with all new parts. Back on the ground! Not sure why its sitting so high in the rear. Hopefully it will settle down once the motor is in. Also installed the wiper assembly today. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450260 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 23, 201410 yr comment_450285 It's normal, the suspension settles to normal position once you start riding the car. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450285 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 23, 201410 yr comment_450296 Matt, Have you rolled the car forward or backwards yet? If not, the tires will grab the floor and keep it from settling. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 23, 201410 yr Author comment_450298 Yea I rolled it about a car length back and forth. Also the control arm bushings and spindle nuts are still loose. The only thing I can think of is that I tightened the sway bar while it was still up on jacks. Not sure if that would matter? ? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450298 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 23, 201410 yr comment_450300 i believe the sway bar should rotate freely in its bushings, so it wouldn't present any resistance to the car settling.are you sure the springs are set correctly in the perches? also, are you sure you have the correct springs (front in front, rear in rear)? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/49193-my-datsun-280z-rustoration/?&page=9#findComment-450300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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