d240zx2

Hey, Kevin, glad you decided to participate here. Welcome!

I had those mirrors on 721. They looked pretty good, I think. The driver mirror had a severe vibration issue I was never able to solve. Another problem was that I couldn't get the mirrors adjusted to my preference without physically shimming both the mounting holes in the plate and the mirror-to-base. This shimming gave the mirrors a "detached" appearance and wasn't as aesthetically pleasing as I wanted.

My new Z had a smaller diameter Momo, similar to yours in size. I didn't like it. Oh, it felt better to the hand, I suppose, but the driving factor turned me off. With smaller diameter steering wheels, a mere nudge in one direction or the other tends to make the car a bit "darty." The larger wheel, given a nudge merely changes direction minutely. Or maybe it's just because I'm gettin' old....

All of the above, but balancing should be your first act.

Depends on the carbs. You'll have a bit more wiggle-room in terms of cost and IMO, carbs provide the performance that some EFI setups can't.

Told everyone I got a new car....

You summed it up nicely. You probably have a bent valve or two.... :-(

Get a ZX 5-speed. You will NOT be disappointed, especially if you plug in an R200 3.90. I promise!

4th gear? Don't you have a 5 speed yet?

Well, crap. Not only is my memory going, but so is my eyesight! I just went out to photo the plate, and lo and behold it says 12/70. Another change coming to my sig block....

Yes, it does. I know the engine is not matching, 'cause it tossed #6 rod through the block about 6 months ago.

@ Carl, yep, I was wrong. Correct VIN now ensconced in my sig. block. @ PastorMike, I haven't had the occasion to measure the offset, but I presume it's zero.

I quoted the VIN from memory, Carl, and that device has shown to be faulty more frequently than ever. I'll double check today.

You're definitely marryin' up!

I washed and vacuumed the "new" Z. Took some glamor shots which are now posted here. Tomorrow will be her first show outing.

Introducing the newest member of the family. A 10/70 built '71, completely restored down to the last nut and bolt. Everyone say "Hello."

I would. For short distances, there'd be no need, but 300 miles is a lot of turning....

At least once.

I saw rust on the right qtr in front of the wheel. A change of struts will solve the suspensio issue. If it runs, it's worth it.

I pulled the Datsun from the front fenders and from the hatch. The only badge that reads Datsun was on the hood. The 240Z emblems on the rear posts were retained, too. Makes it a little bit mysterious...

:-) :-)

I don't think pinching is the cause of breakage, at least it wasn't with mine on 721. The clips are just a leeetle bit too tall and do not line up exactly with the bar they snap onto, thereby breaking off one side or the other.

Auto parts stores sell a pad, usually wool, that wraps around the belt for just this reason. You might give that a look-see.

Curious if the latest pics I sent were of high enough quality to use, Andrew...

Everything worked before I plugged in the LED taillights and flasher and everything works after I changed back. Guess I'll wait 'til Dave gets back from MSA to ask more. Thanks for the thoughts.