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Call for Entries Forest Grove, OR. Concours d' Elegance '70-'79 Z Car Class July 20th 2014 Northwest Z is soliciting owners of original Datsun Zs in model years 1970-1979 for potential entry into the Forest Grove (Oregon) Concours d'Elegance scheduled for July 20,2014. It is a one-day show held on the grounds of Pacific University. Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance Classic Car Show: The Art of Italian Motoring - Also celebrating 50 years of Ford Mustang and Pontiac GTO This will mark the first time that the Datsun Zs will be eligible to enter a class dedicated to the presentation of the marque. The Forest Grove Concours is highly-regarded in the Pacific Northwest, and features Sports, Exotic, Antique and Classic Vehicles in a high state of restoration or preservation. To be eligible for consideration cars should have an appropriately high level of fit and finish, and the emphasis will be on original equipment, paint colors, fittings, trim, running gear, etc. This is not an Open show. The Z class will be limited to no more than six entrants. Modified cars will not be eligible for this class, but could be entered into a separate Modified class. (See the concours website for further information on the Modified class.) This is not a sanctioned ZCCA Show. There is no entry fee into the Concours for those accepted. Please e-mail: dhomuth@wildblue.net You will be forwarded or mailed the submission packet for initial consideration. Submissions must be received not later than April 30, 2014 for consideration. Entrants accepted for the show will be notified NLT 15 May. We request that those accepting the invitation let us know NLT 30 May so we can know whom to expect. The Datzun Z class is co-sponsored by Tonkin Wilsonville Nissan and Northwest Z.

Had them "rebuild" my engine in my '75 about 3 yr ago. Overall a good experience BUT know exactly what & how you want it done. "Jock" unit prices work and for me there were a few surprises at the end.....get clarification upfront. He is a bit difficult to work with and is quick on the upsell "while we have it opened up" but if the same techs are there should be OK ...Car has run great ever since so...

Work in progress....12/70 VIN HLS30-16222 Silver / black ....numbers matching engine ...long way to go but very little rust! Kyle

Have two in excellent shape...no longer need send me a PM Kyle

Interested parties....I happened to "be in the neighborhood" and so I took the opportunity to stop and check out #478. Just for the record, I am in process of restoring #16222 so was interested in this early version (you guessed it 11/69) All VIN plates intact and clean....From a 20 minute inspection, I can report the following: It has the # matching block (#2497) but an E88 head swap by PO. Current owner swapped in a 5 speed but has the original 4 speed..The original "2400" cam cover has been painted over. Owner has original SU's and manifolds on shelf along with misc. parts. Complete front valance is off but on shelf. Original green car now in various shades of green patene and oxidation.....Original black interior needs restoration obviously, missing vinyl pieces and carpets.. door panels so so ...Dash has full cap installed so ....Missing various emblems and other easy to replace items. Current owner replaced brake master with later version did not ask if brake lines switched...aftermarket radiator...Now the better news no major rust in the usual areas...frame rails, floorpans, hatch sill, battery tray & firewall(minor surface), engine bay still green....still "undercoating" present, minimal bumps and bruises underneath some surface rust on body panels, rockers & doglegs looked solid.. even fenders.. few dings here and there but pretty straight....original hood replaced somewhere along the line...car blocked in garage so could not get better pictures sorry...the wooden rear light panel bolted to original bodywork...IMHO a solid base for restoration.....Kind of cool to see. The owner may be posting again with better pictures of critical areas but he's done a little more research and probably will ask more $$.....Clean title and odo says 73xxx....Also for the record purely an informational post.....

Just getting started on my "project"---# 16222 ----12/70 Numbers matching block w/E-31 will need major....

Thanks for the replies...Wanted to head south from San Jose for the WCN but...thought best to head back north with a "new" car...route looks to be northwest out of San Fran. up 101 to Eureka for the first night (4/26)and then continue to Porland on day 2 .....probably stop in to see Arne and home again...anyone along the route PM me with contact info "just in case" Thanks, Kyle

Thanks Arne...I do have your info...I'll see how things are going and give you a head's up for sure Kyle

Greetings, My name is Kyle, I'm a relatively new member of the club and have appreciated all the knowledge gained so far... I live in Portland, OR. area and currently own a '75 280Z and an '85 300ZX. To makes thing even more interesting, I am flying to San Jose, Ca. on April 26th to pick up a "new to me" '71 240Z. While the current owner (of 23 yrs) of the car is confident the car can make the trip back north to Portland, I'm wondering if members that live along my intended return route might PM me with contact info just in case I have unexpected trouble. Yes I had the car checked out by an independent shop prior to purchase with good report card. The owner has provided volumes of paperwork of mechanical work done over the years and I will have a well stocked toolkit and spare parts too. Also have AAA card for backup.... I intend to take I-5 back to beautiful Oregon from San Jose with perhaps a detour to the Redwoods (if all is going well) back to I-5 ..to homebase. If anyone along that route will be around that Sat 26th & Sun 27th (expect to leave San Jose area by 2PM on Sat.)and could assist with a "trouble" call, I would sure appreciate some contact numbers "just in case" Please PM me with info and wish me luck! Should be a great trip! I will have a navigator with me to enjoy the scenery too... Thanks, Kyle

Greg, Try John Walker, Gladstone Oregon, he advertises on PDX Craigslist, "datsun auto parts"..... He had an inventory of the correct lug nuts.... Kyle

"Anybody else from around here planning on attending the swap meet at Wilsonville Nissan on the 29th? If so, are you bringing parts to sell, or looking to buy? Or just to socialize?" Arne, I'm "pulling" parts right now...seriously I think several from the NWZ club are showing up...I heard that all is fair game except entire cars "for sale" ...Should be a good time ...hope the weather cooperates...! Kyle

Arne....sorry forgot to ad "Datsun" as the search name after "auto parts"..duh

Arne, Check Portland "Craigslist" "auto parts" .."John" in Gladstone, has a listing for a set of the "Hands" brand... but they are 13" ...I think kyropa