TomoHawk

You don't need to open a door to look into the interior of a vehicle. I have looked into hundreds and have seen it all just by sticking my head through the open window, in a respectful way. Having the window open is enough so you can put your head in there and see anything you'd like to see. This is NOT an issue of sour grapes. The mistakes I've noticed only remind me that there definitely needs to be some guidelines for judges enumerated so both judge and owner will know what is expected and how far each can go. If anything else is needed, as polite "may I....?" will take care of things. If you really have that many vehicles to go over, then a pairs of judges is in order.

That is why the owners are there, to politely remind the judges of certain things, such as "Let me open the door for you," or, "let me turn on the lights and toot the horn for you." It should be added to the ZCCA Judging Manual.

the ZCCA Judging Manual has nothing regarding a judge's protocol. It's basically just a set of instructions on what to look at, and what to deduct points on. In addition, there are some very notable national organizations that do have protocols set for a judges behavior and judging requirements. The AACA for example, has a judges handbook that's over 100 printed pages ad it goes into detail about everything from authentic bodies to original engines to correct tires. And it also includes a section on a judge's behavior. The Studebaker Driver's Club is another and the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America is another. These are all more prestigious than the ZCCA...

I wanted someone to ask for details, which shows interest. The first item refers to the glove box light. The "Judge" opened the glove box door, didn't see any light (it was about 2pm in July) and I got penalized. the second item was that the door was purposely locked, because I wanted the judge to ask permission, and instead got penalized. The third item happened to a friend. The judge practically climbed into a wheel well to look for dirt, and found some. Remember that these cars (S30s) are antiques and some are further towards coming apart than some, so it is only respectful that the owner is asked to poperate these things to prevent damage to the car, and the club's and the ZCCA's reputation, or worse... My club hosted the 2008 convention, and there was no mention of this in the paperwork besides the usual disclaimer about damage in general.There is no such rule or precedent that I know of allowing anyone to touch or enter the vehicles. Please expand on this. no, there is no explict 5 ft. rule, but there is no requirement for anyone to become invasive about finding things to deduct points. Judges are busy enough without having to crawl under or into vehicles.Picky is what separates those who have spent hundreds of hours preparing their cars for a "judged" show. A ZCCA judged show at the annual convention is exactly the occasion to be very, very picky. That might be all well and good, but so are the owners, and remember that the cars (S30s) are considered antiques, so respect is in order.Will If you need that much time, I'd suggest using a text editor like Notepad to create your statement before you are ready to submit it.

the judging rules seem to be adequately defined in the ZCCA Judging Manual for the cars, but there are no guidelines or protocols for the judges themselves. Something, like a Judge's section needs to be added to keep them in line. I can say that myself, because, over the years, at several shows utilizing the ZCCA rules, there were mistakes made by "judges" that were incorrect because they were basically just some guys pulled off the sidewalk at the last minute. One problem/mistake was by a judge who incorrectly tried to operate the vehicle, and deducted points because he didn't get the result he expected. Another was a judge who was not respectful of the car and deducted points because the door was purposely locked. A third mistake was from a judge who made an invasive test on the car's mechanics. By defining what things a judge may do, and how to present himself during a judging will eliminated most, if not all judging problems, and make the event a better experience for all involved. For the first problem mentioned, the judge should have asked the owner to operate the control, and he would have found it working perfectly. the judge hadn't read the car's owner's manual and therefore didn't know how to operate that control. For the second problem, the judge should have asked the owner's permission to enter the car, and he would have gotten it, provided he didn't actually get IN the car. For the third problem, the judge should have just looked from the same distance that any spectator would have used, instead of going up close. these three basic rules (no touching, ask permission, "5 foot rule") would have eliminated all the problems, and made the judging process fair and less time-consuming. I think there might be occasions when you might need to get very picky, such as to break a tie-score, but for 99% of the time, it doesn't need to be that way. It's also a little late to get this section added to the ZCCA Judging Manual for this year's convention, but it is timely enough for next year's and anything else in the future. thxZ

You'll need the big engine to put that snow plow front around on the highway. I would keep it in the garage. .. With the door CLOSED.

As a summary, the BCDD was removed, a block-off plate was made and attached (with some RTV sealer and screws) and the distributor's vacuum advance was connected to one of the small tubes that are coming from the bottom of the throttle (test which works first.) I was considering drilling out or enlarging the vacuum hole in the throat, but I think you don't really need that much vacuum to operate the advance (for most driving types) so it was left as-is.

Thank you, Mr. Blake, I didn't know that. Is the mount for the dashpot of any use otherwise? It just seems to occupy space, and can probably be removed. I wonder why I didn't ask while I was servicing the throttle body.

Stainless Steel bolt kits, for the engine or the body or interior..... Modification or 'upgrade?' IMO, it's an upgrade in most places, especially places that will get exposed to the elements of Mother Nature, a long as they are not polished to a chrome-like sheen. Also, stainless steel bolts aren't needed for the interior of the S30, and aren't even exposed, so the original or hardware-store fasteners are adequate.

I would wonder what hasn't been modified on that car. The person would have been better off just buying a corvette to start with. It's worse than the car in the movie Corvette Summer. YUK.

There was never a throttle dashpot on the engine. It doesn't slam closed anyway.

My deletion of the BCDD was successful, there are no vacuum leaks, and the distributor's vacuum advance is working correctly.

Reality s reality; with or without photographs.

I suppose you mean a straight-6 of V8?

I just keep it clean and well-maintained. A tall, smart brunette with a job and good navigational skill?

No Ford 9 inch punkin? I usually tell airplane owners that the engine is upside down- the carburetor goes ON THE TOP

The engine is backwards. The distributor goes towards the front. Again, a V8 doesn't belong there, even if it has an old alternator.

When I did mine, the ring was stretched a little too wide and was loose, but you can squeeze it together. It would be better to get some new ones; does anyone know the type and size of it? Mike- Is there anyrhing else that would work in place f the felt washers? Teflon washers maybe?

Cup holders!!! um.... not cool?

I like to use my tablet with the 7 inch screen in both cars for navigation, tracking trips, fuel costs, expenses, reservations, and other car- or travel- related stuff. When I park the car, it comes out with me. I have a TV for watching movies, and the hotel has a TV for movies. I don't believe in subwoofers because the windows rattle enough without using them. If I need bass sounds, I will turn on my guitar amp.

Our Mr. OJ seems have a great obsession with engines. BTW- if you look under my username ( look left) you will see the condition of the vehicle. OTOH, I never lick or taste motor vehicles, so I never use the word 'sweet,' and if anything 'sweet' gets on mine, it gets washed off promptly.

OK... One of the choices for the poll was Interior Modifications. What modifications to the interior make you think the S30 has lost its appeal, or Z-ness? My choices: Subwoofers Video screens Racing seats with custom logo'd inserts roll bars

Never mind all the talk about HP or WHP or whatever acronym you like.. first learn to drive well. Horsepower is an excuse for a lack of driving skill.

OJ- First of all, I only take photos for myself- anything else is for vanity, and I don't do that. Secondly, If I wanted great mileage, I'd install my micro-fusion powerplant and get infinite "gas mileage".. But for now, we all use the infernal combustion engines. Phoebe Cates- She got MUCH better looking with age- like a fine wine or liquor. Unfortunately, she has no twin sister(s). Will- Remember that Mr. Ferrari also won races like the Milli Miglia and LeMans 24 with I4- I6- and V6 engines... And Drum brakes all around!

That's it? Nothing can follow Phoebe Cates Klein? What about the L28E turbo engine? Does that give the 280Z Zness?