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Nice to meet you Chip. Wives are a dime a dozen, Zs not so easy to find. Cool pictures.

Unicorn: a mythical animal typically represented as a horse with a single straight horn projecting from its forehead. Alt.: a rare Datsun part, usually made of unobtanium. For Sale: Rare Nissan Fan Shroud for 240Z. This is P/N 21475-E4102, a fully reconditioned metal fan shroud to fit the OE radiator frame of a 240Z. This one was stripped to bare metal, acid washed to provide a protective layer of zinc phosphate, two coats of self-etching primer - wet sanded to remove dust, ...etc., two coats of gloss black enamel, wet sanded and buffed. A set of new bolts and washers, newly plated, is included (not JIS). Why all the prep detail? I was planning to install this on my car but determined it was handling the Texas heat just fine with the 3-row radiator core. The last one to sell on JDMCarParts.com went for $500. https://jdm-car-parts.com/…/metal-fan-shroud-for-240z-genui… This one is priced at $400, shipping extra at actual cost.

I'm definitely in that conflict zone, although I will always lean toward "what I want" versus "something now". I'm in the Mid Atlantic area, so that one is definitely closer. The ad is off-putting, though. It's located in Apache Junction. Honestly, I am right on the bubble with this one, leaning towards no. If it were in my area, I think I'd be more inclined to a "yes", but the hassle of transporting and buying sight unseen are negatives. The general vibe I got from the guy is that he won't budge much from $5k as he is content with keeping it and fixing it himself, although that could just be a negotiating tactic. $4k would be tempting.

I'm thinking lightweight parts. Early ash trays would be a great place to start.

Looks like we have three members in the area: pogden, borini63 & pepper. One of them might help inspect the car. You might want to offer a courtesy fee for their time I would definitely get it inspected even if I had to hire an independent inspector. A Z guy would be better though because they know what to look for. The car doesn't look bad but nothing does from 30' away...

Here in Cali they're a zillion dollars a dozen! Welcome Chip. More Z pics.

Would a drone know the capital of Assyria? That's what scares me about drones, there all bidness.

Trained bats could get into that attic and fly parts out at night.

Having some past success with this type of challenge, I've found that it's a two step process. The first is building trust, common ground and friendship, if possible. The usual hoarder has been harassed by family, neighbors, city and the county. In spite of all that , he holds on to his goodies. Understand that he has an emotional attachment to his collection. Very few people have ever admired his collection. That's the key. Don't mention buying anything at this point in time but finding out if there's anything he needs is always a good idea. Money doesn't usually have much influence on hoarders. You're there to admire his collection and listen to him share all his plans for everything he has. No need to remind him that five lifetimes wouldn't be enough. He knows that. You will also want to share your projects with him too. He'll start to see your need for parts before you bring it up. Second step is to get him to understand that he would feel good seeing some of his stash on the road. Use his emotional attachment in your favor. Money may have some influence on this but it usually isn't the deciding factor. He has to FEEL that his parts will be going to a better home than he can provide. He also deep down is afraid that all his stash will be tossed upon his demise and he doesn't want that to happen. The situation is similar to owning a valuable (to me, anyway) part that I don't want to get rid of but if a friend needed it I'd let him have it. Don't rush either of these two steps. Deal in truth. Trust and friendship must be built up to have success. I wish I lived closer and could join the "bring out your dead" team. I love looking at collections of "vintage tin" and talking with the collectors. Best of luck.

Me, myself, and I. So there's 3!

Unfortunately I find this all too true. I come across a huge stash of parts in someone's shop, that haven't been touched in 20+ years and the owner will not or can't bring himself to part with anything in case "he might need it", regardless of the fact his cars are complete and he has no plans to start another project. Then he passes away and usually another "hoarder" buys the kit or inherits it and the cycle begins again.....! Our car club promotes a policy of "share the wealth" where members actively try and put needed parts back in to circulation when they are done their projects and have no plans for more to try and increase parts availability to other enthusiasts. Everyone has the right to collect, no doubt, it's just sad to see parts rust away in a hidden barn for years and then never get used when so many people are looking for rare and hard to find parts. Especially in Canada!

Finally got around to adjusting my idle speed down to something realistic.. ran around with an idle of 1000 rpm and ran great, maybe even better. No adjustment to the BCDD needed, downshifting and deceleration and shifting were great and predictable I'll try 800 rpm next. I also put in my third tank of gas recent and switched from 93 octane to 89. Happy I did, not running as rich now. Sent from my iPhone using Classic Zcar Club mobile

Jeff, same here. It is impossible to know what will or will not become rare. In the end all of the parts are important and will be needed to put or keep another Z on the road. That is really what is great about those who have had the time and space to set this stuff aside. I am currently looking for a rally clock to replace one that I practically or actually gave away years ago. Now, I see the importance of them in the history of the Z and I want one for my 72.

I've been buying S30's and scrapping rotten S30's for the last 35 years. I still find uses for some of the first parts I ever removed back in the mid-80's. When I was young and started hording Z parts, I stored them in my dad's basement and garage. When I entered the workforce, I moved out of state and started a new collection of parts. A few years ago, my dad sold his house and moved to Phoenix, so it was time to gather my parts and bring them back to Michigan. It took a full 24 foot enclosed car trailer to get everything home. Needless to say, my garage is rather full now. My current plan is to sell cheap or give away parts I don't think I will ever need to local Z owners in need. If I can keep another Z on the road and reduce my clutter at the same time, I'm happy.