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There are some Z's in Otay, ZX's too. Here are some places that should have what you need Ecology has locations throughout Southern California and in Phoenix. Los Angeles County: Main Office: 14150 Vine Pl., Cerritos, CA 90703. 562/921-9974 Fax: 562/921-8648 Santa Fe Springs: 13780 E. Imperial Hwy., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. 562/921-9975 MAP. Wilmington: 11000 E. Lomita Blvd., Wilmington, CA 90744. 310/549-4533. MAP. Lancaster: 43927 90TH St. East, Lancaster, CA 93535. 661/946-1076. MAP. Riverside and San Bernardino Counties: Rialto: 221 E. Santa Ana Ave., Rialto, CA 92316. 909/877-6934. MAP. Fontana: 15228 Boyle Ave., Fontana, CA 92331. 909/356-1860. MAP. Adelanto: 11200 Alden Road, Adelanto, CA 92301. 760/246-8616. MAP. San Diego County: Oceanside: 2315 Carpenter Road, Oceanside, CA 92054. 760/757-7772. MAP. Chula Vista: 825 Energy Way, Chula Vista, CA 91911. 619/661-4545. MAP. This yard is all Domestic. 800 Energy Way, Chula Vista, CA 91911. 619/661-4542. MAP. This yard is all Foreign. Brown Field: 1180 Heritage Road, San Diego, CA 92154. 619/661-4538. MAP. Arizona: Phoenix: 320 S. 27th. Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009. 602/233-2277 15 28th St San Diego, CA 92102 SAN DIEGO FOREIGN AUTO 619-239-8277 2995 Commercial St San Diego, CA 92113 A TO A AUTO WRECKING 619-422-4244 2966 Commercial St San Diego, CA 92113 SAN DIEGO AUTO WRECKING 619-557-9494 2995 Commercial St San Diego, CA 92113 BRITISH FOREIGN AUTO SALVAGE 619-231-2440 2720 Main St San Diego, CA 92113 ABLE AUTO WRECKING 619-233-7276 2704 Main St San Diego, CA 92113 NATIONAL AUTO WRECKING 619-234-3134 1643 National Ave San Diego, CA 92113 TROLLEY AUTO PARTS 619-234-4141 2966 Commercial St San Diego, CA 92113 FORMOSA AUTO BODY PART 619-640-2380 6605 Mission Gorge Rd San Diego, CA 92120 ALL TOYOTA LEXUS AUTO RECYCLNG 619-661-0055 1060 Otay Valley Rd San Diego, CA 92154 N & U TRUCKS & AUTO RECYCLING 619-661-1123 975 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 FRONTERA AUTO WRECKING 619-661-1546 1320 Otay Valley Rd San Diego, CA 92154 ECONOMY AUTO WRECKING 619-661-1570 1170 Otay Valley Rd San Diego, CA 92154 GARCIA'S AUTO WRECKING 619-661-2100 935 Heritage Rd # B San Diego, CA 92154 ALL TRUCK AUTO WRECKERS 619-661-2100 935 Heritage Rd # B San Diego, CA 92154 FIRST AUTO WRECKING 619-661-2525 6571 Datsun St San Diego, CA 92154 A & A AUTO WRECKING 619-661-6424 963 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 FONSECA'S AUTO WRECKING 619-661-6430 1080 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 EL COWBOY AUTO WRECKING 619-661-6516 6551 Datsun St San Diego, CA 92154 CARRASCO AUTO WRECKING 619-661-6540 980 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 OTAY AUTO WRECKING 619-661-6811 967 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 GOODYEAR AUTO WRECKERS 619-661-6870 1102 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 HILLTOP AUTO WRECKERS FOREIGN 619-661-6881 1060 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 BEETLE MANIA AUTO RECYCLING 619-661-7170 941 Heritage Rd San Diego, CA 92154 CENTRAL AUTO PARTS DISMANTLING 619-661-9206 6481 Datsun St San Diego, CA 92154 SWEETWATER AUTO WRECKING 619-475-1005 6301 Quarry Rd Spring Valley, CA 91977 8.9MI from San Diego PORSCHA DISMANTLING 619-444-2290 444 Vernon Way El Cajon, CA 92020 10.8MI from San Diego PACIFIC AUTO WRECKING 619-216-7866 795 Energy Way Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego SOUTH BAY AUTO WRECKERS 619-421-5565 811 Energy Way Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego ACTION AUTO DISMANTLERS INC 619-426-0110 151 Reed Ct Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego D & P AUTO DISMANTLERS 619-421-6875 777 Energy Way # A Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego FORDS FOREVER 619-661-1133 150 Reed Ct Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego PICK YOUR PART AUTO RECYCLERS 619-482-3770 880 Energy Way Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego R C IMPORT AUTO RECYCLERS 619-421-7151 777 Energy Way Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego ALL Z AUTO WRECKING 619-421-5881 793 Energy Way # D Chula Vista, CA 91911 11.1MI from San Diego AL'S AUTO WRECKING 619-443-3965 12650 Highway 67 Lakeside, CA 92040 18.8MI from San Diego COUNTY AUTO & TRUCK SALES 619-561-9105 8209 Winter Gardens Blvd Lakeside, CA 92040 18.8MI from San Diego NORMAN'S AUTO PARTS 760-746-2655 2444 Barham Dr Escondido, CA 92029 23.2MI from San Diego NORMCO AUTO PARTS WAREHOUSE 760-745-4283 1420 Barham Dr # A San Marcos, CA 92078 25.9MI from San Diego RAMONA AUTO DISMANTLING 760-789-0331 904 a St Ramona, CA 92065 27.3MI from San Diego A-1 AUTO DISMANTLING 760-757-1400 1045 Airport Rd # A Oceanside, CA 92054 33.5MI from San Diego ALL FOREIGN AUTO DISMANTLING 760-757-7101 1050 Airport Rd Oceanside, CA 92054 33.5MI from San Diego MOBILE TRENDS 760-967-8855 229 Via El Centro Oceanside, CA 92054 33.5MI from San Diego

My Honda recently hit 500,000 miles. The car has been in the family since new and 452,000 of the miles are mine. I am very happy. Here is a video if anyone would like to see. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnZ28UoUM_c P.S. I have decided to hold on to my Z for a while longer. Although I have many things to take care of before I can get it on the road.

Your clutch disk could be worn allowing the rivets (on the disk) to rub on the flywheel when the two surfaces are in contact. My .02

from where I sit, that engine bay is pretty clean.......Looks like I've got some work to do

I had a similar problem with my '72, it turned out that the lobes on the distributor shaft were worn causing an inconsistent dwell. Do you still have contact points?

I read somewhere that All Z is no longer around. Is Ecology and Pick your Part our only alternatives left? I used to frequent Otay quite a bit..... Even in So-Cal parts are becomming hard to find.

I have given this much thought and ultimately, I have reached an important decision. Being a fellow car enthusiast, I fully understand the value of a rare piece. Through my 16 years of owning and driving Z’s, I have become quite familiar with their lineage- including a fair amount of technical knowledge. Overall, I have owned a 240(‘72), two’78s, and two ZXs. Brief history: My current Z is somewhat of a rare example (BPE). Although it obviously has seen far better days, the Z is a solid Southern- California car. The rust is limited to what I feel to be “design issues” i.e. the dog legs, lower fenders, etc. Initially, I purchased this Z in Feb’95 with a bad engine. The body was straight and the car was complete. After replacing the engine, I drove the car 82 miles to my rental property and the Z was put in the garage. It has been there ever since . The dilemma: When I bought this Z, I had no idea that there was such thing as a BPE 280Z. I was only familiar with the ZZZAP 280s my old neighbor owned. My intentions were to convert this car into a 280ZT using a spare motor from my ‘81ZXT, Install 240Z bumpers, lower it, and paint it pewter. Now that I am aware of the rarity of this car, I am having trouble convincing myself to alter its appearance. I wanted to use a 280 chassis for my project because of its structural improvements, but these changes would definitely decrease the value and integrity. The decision Like most everybody here, I also know the few differences between the BPE and a “run of the mill” 280. Originally, my Z had the SAP, with both mirrors, louvers, stripes, quartz clock, etc. Ultimately, I have decided to make an honest attempt at selling this car. This gives someone (who wants a Black Pearl) an opportunity to own one at a fair price. I have placed an ad in the classifieds here and hybridz with the hopes that someone will find their dream BPE project. Please note that I have had offers from people who wanted to purchase the Z to perform an engine swap, but I turned them down. Again, the only reason this car is for sale is to keep it “stock”. The ad will run for a few weeks. If it does not sell, then I will keep it and continue with my plans . Please understand that I am a Z purist and I do not want to come off as arrogant. This forum is a positive environment and I truly enjoy and honor being a member. I feel this situation is a win/ win for me. If the car sells, I will buy my aunt’s Series 1 240Z (10/70) orange, orig hubcaps, and only 88k mi. She is the original owner and I have memories of riding in that car as a kid:). That car WILL remain orig. Thanks for reading my long post- any and all criticism always welcome. Matt.

I say drivers. When I bought my latest Z 13 years ago, I had no idea what a BPE 280Z was. I was just happy that I got a good deal on a great Z. These cars are a blast to drive and I am going to drive mine as much as possible.

Hi all, I have no intention of resurrecting an old thread- just figured i'd give my $.02. I currently own HLS30-462733 (5/78) PNT# 638 W/ SAP (when new) 5spd and factory air Purchased from Terry Allen Autos (El Cajon, CA) on 7/16/78 Please add that to the database thanks in advance, Matt

Thanks for the support. Honestly, I have the car advertized for sale- It sits in the garage of a house that I'm trying to rent out. I am still excited about Z cars however I just can't seem to make up my mind on what to do. I know it's pathetic, but I am an "all or nothing" kind of guy (OCD) and I don't want to do things half-assed. I really would like to perform a total rotisserie restoration:) Sooo, maybe everybody's enthusiasm will help me make a final decision. I really want to keep the car, but paying rent where I live and the mortgage where my Z lives will be a little tough. HELP ME.... ARRRGGGHHHH Matt

Matt here. Looks like I found another great Z car forum so I'm comming along for the ride. I have owned five Z's in my time, mostly as a teen. This one is my most recent (sig.) which I purchased in 2/95 with a blown eng. After immediatly replacing the eng, I put the car in storage. Unfortunately, it has been there ever since. I guess I'm here for a little motivation. Any way, I look forward to being a contributing member. Thanks, Matt