TomoHawk
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Isn't there some kindof a vent that goes on the glass that lookslike an air scoop- only backwards? I might go for a pair of those. thx.
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Sorry, Rick-- I forgot about that uyntil after I posted. thx.
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Do you think you could run another )hard line) to the vapor cannistor under the hood & elliminate the rear vapor tank totally?
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The GOOD news is.... I did go to the Speed Channel site (http://www.speedtv.com) and sent some feedback requesting they explain themselves on air, or at least on a web site some place. BAD news is.... The Barrett-Jackson web site site seems to geared only to sales and they don't care about constructive critisism. I don't have a lot of expectation that they will do muvh because both groups are: 1. vain "we don't need explain nuttin'" 2. Greedy " we just want to sell you car and get the commision." yeesh Atr least I got you broZ....
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Thanks 26th-- I looked all over the Barrett-Jackson site to find and explanation of the ratings, maybe another look later, or one at the Speed Channel site. Maybe I could send them an email message suggesting they tell the viewers what that stuff means, or at least put a section on their web site with the ratings, so everyone will learn them.
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I saw a program called "Barrett-Jackson Car Search" today and Mr. Jackson was critiquing some Mustangs. He concluded the first was a "#3 driver," and the other was a "#2 driver." Any insight or explanation? I think this kind of question is what this topic is about... thx.
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Ferrari GTB/4. Don't the year.
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It was a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California look-alike. Notice there weren't any Enzo badges. It keeps the lawyers away.
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What was that drink in that book? what were the ingredients?
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The whole Hybridz site has been getting upgrades in the last week. I can get on, but certain functions were not implemented, and I bet their working on getting the forums archived a/dor reloaded, which isn't easy. there might be some (problems) getting the forums, downloads, etc., and all totally working. It should take a week or so and back to "normal."
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I would probably prefer to get a professional interior installer to do the interior. Carpeting and coverings aren't the same thing as a mechanical repair.- it's more of an art. Same with paint & bodywork. I could mmore easily overhaul the engine than install carpets, door skins & paint. Even though carpets 'look' easy, I know there are lots of tricks that I don't know of.
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No. And that's the correct answer.
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Would there be any advantage to buying a carpet kit from a mail order place, and then having a pro shop install it?
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While on the subject of hose clamps.... What do you guys think of those faux braided hose covers with the red hexagonal hose clamp covers? I have a set for a V-8, and it should do for the L28. Along with some(LOTS) of polishing, it might make that tired ol' thumper look nice, to go with my MUSTANG POWER STEERING!! Any thoughts? thx.
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Thank you kats, Unfortunately, the later Z-cars (like my 280Z) don't have the round inset in the dash where the switch goes. I suppose one could create one, but I tyhink it might be a good idea to put the fog lamp switch in the console under the radio.
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You know the talbots are the quintissential European-style racing mirror... I wouldn't know if they are similar to t he Jap-spec mirrors in question.
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Why so important? Is there a big difference between that and something like a Talbot mirror? Or just what you want for some reason?
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It's been said that sand will get in the holes & crevices and trap water, so you end up making more rust right away. Even if you blow it out, there's still more sand in there. the Baking Soda (granular, not the stuff you bake with) is effective and you can blow it ALL out easier (maybe even wash it out) and there's nothing left to absorb water. It's also better because it's not corrosive if you leave any.
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26th is right- When you say "sand blasting," are you talking about using sand as the media? Like he said, there's also plastic, walnut, glass even baking soda! Baking soda is supposed to do the same job as sand, but is much easier to clean out than sand. Probably some other kinds of media too. Try to be more specific.
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I was assuming that a car like Hondu Accord weighs aboutthe same as my Ford Escort- about 2200 lbs). On the other hgand, my 280Z weighs about 2700 lbs. , and it "feels" like it's a that heavy from the steering wheel.
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I think that the weight difference between a hondu (about 2,000 lbs) and a Z-car ( about 3,000 lbs) would make a difference in how the Hondu strut bar works on either car. The Hondu bodies might even be a little stiffer than a Z ( no offense) because it has a modern design and materials, which I would assume to be lighter and stronger.
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Things in your vehicle will stay "square" with a strut bar installed ONLY if the vehicle is "square" to begin with. You can't "square" things using the strut bar- they aren't meant to correct the vehicle's geometry. You'd need an alignment machine, or to replace bad struts or whatever was bent to fix things.
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I'm surprised somebody else didn't mention this already- BEFORE you even start measuring your car for a brace or bar, you need to make SURE your chassis is in albsolutely PERFECT ALIGHMENT! Otherwise, you'll be locking it into whatever ****-eyed geometery it's in. That's what the strut bar's job is, but NOT what you want to do with it. You want to lock the (properly aligned) chassis so it doesn't change/move when you turn. BTW- .02 cents is $0.0002!
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What car is that? My 280 has a plastic one. Still in good condition after 25 years.
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I've been using the foamy tire cleaner under the hood & in grimy areas. On the sheet metal and rubber stuff and wiring. It seems to lift off the dirt and if you spray a second time, it leaves a nice coating that's not too slick or shiny and protects. You don't even need to take it off, unless you want to get more dirt off. Not for plastic!
