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I think we can all figure out this is a "bag on China" thread just by looking at the topic subject heading and reading a post or two. If a reader keeps coming back to read more and gets further offended, is it the fault of the message poster or the message reader? Can't keep blaming the hot stove after the third or fourth time you get burned. Dennis

I liked the part about hiring their engineers for $40/day plus room & board and round trip transportation for machine installation and training. Cheap skilled labor makes a difference. Dennis

Right on target! Being a Tesla stock holder, I might suggest that they sell their autopilot AI to the government to use as the guidance system for Cruise missiles. Dennis.

Sketchy background with several members of this forum over the years. Complaints about quality, misrepresentation, and willingness to stand behind products Dennis

Here are a few more antibiotic side effects to add to tongue in cheek xenophobia......might be time for a self exam. Vomiting. Severe watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Allergic reaction (shortness of breath, hives, swelling of lips, face, or tongue, fainting) Rash. Vaginal itching or discharge. White patches on the tongue.

$35,000 seems a bit steep for a Craigslist Z, but it does look clean. Dennis

For best results, evacuate all moisture prior to charging and also run a dye charge to check for leaks. Dennis

Finding a shop to rechrome bumpers is an adventure. Not many shops left and prices reflect the lack of competition. Years ago, I had the bumpers on my Avanti rechromed and took them around to a few shops to get estimates. The first question was generally, "What car is that from?" like it would make a difference other than establishing rarity and jacking the price accordingly. Then would come the lecture on their chrome versus the other guy's. I ended up at Verne's in Los Angeles (now in Gardena https://www.yelp.com/biz/vernes-chrome-plating-gardena ) They did a great job.. When I walked in with the bumper, the counter guy said, "I see you have an Avanti.". Depending on where you look for reviews, they now have a mixed bag, so not sure how their current work and prices are. They used to have classic car and motorcycle parts shipped in from all over for rechroming. Dennis

Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think engine bay heat makes your plugs turn black. The plug color is a byproduct of internal combustion. Cooler air to the engine is always a plus, but I don't believe your approach is good. I live in the desert where the air temp hits 120º and the stock air intake/preheat works nicely just as the Nissan engineers designed it to work almost 50 years ago. As previously mentioned, stick with the current advice and don't start looking for other variables to fiddle with until carb adjustment is resolved. Dennis

Looks like lots of hours on the roof, but should look good when you're done. Power on! Dennis

I'd be interested in hearing more about wrap durability - how it takes door dings & scrapes, ability to color match if a repair is needed, fading, harsh weather resistance, Dennis

I'm guessing that even if it goes to court, he'll skate free and live to scam again. Sounds like you should have cut him off years ago. Guys like that generally talk a good story, act like your friend, and take you for a ride. You may be better off to just accept the loss and move on knowing you'll be wiser in the future. Dennis

Here's a link to one being wrapped over on Hybridz: https://tinyurl.com/y884g3q2 Dennis

Automobile Magazine's on-line report ran an interesting article on Nissan's stash of cool cars. Here's the link: https://tinyurl.com/ybf6qx54 Dennis

Very nice. Gotta love 3D printers. Much nicer, and far more functional, than the whistle I made with mine. Dennis

Help us help you. What's your budget for buying a Z? Do you have the skills, or friends, to do mechanical, electrical, or body work that may be needed? Do you plan to learn to drive a "stick shift" car or do you prefer an automatic? Have you ever owned a 40 year old car? Not trying to discourage your dream, just trying to figure out if you're a serious buyer or a tire kicker at this point. Don't want you to get in over your head like it appears the owner in the craigslist ad above did. Dennis

My pleasure, How did you find the one that's 400 miles away? Dennis

Looking at the Chicago Craigslist, there seems to be a pretty wide selection of Zs in your local area if you have never seen one and don't want to drive 400 miles. Have you looked locally? Dennis

On the '71 mentioned in first post, the mechanical pump is engine mounted and the fuel filter is attached on the passenger side in the engine compartment. Dennis

ç≈ There is NO "quick 101", it's a live and learn world with Zs. Fuel+spark+air=combustion and if the starter is cranking with those factors in place, it should be good to go in most cases. Also, check under the distributor cap to make sure the rotor is there and that everything else looks as it should. Thanks for your service from this retired veteran Dennis

How long were you away with the military - a month, three months, four years? How clean & tight are the connections on both ends of your battery cables? Are you getting fuel flow at the carbs? Power to the spark plugs? Dennis

Murphy's Law https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murphy's_law

If you look closely at the picture showing the center console and radio area, you'll see that there is NO radio in his "perfect interior", just the dial face plate, no buttons or knobs. Also, the center console looks a little wonky. Dennis

That's a popular way to gain rear tire clearance with Porsche 914s. It bends the fender lip snug against the inside of the fender quite nicely and adds about 3/4 of an inch of extra space. Dennis

I think the closing statement by the owner as he does his test drive with the windows rolled down at the end of the show sums it up nicely. "I love the smell. I'm sure it's not good for me.". Dennis