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I recently purchased a sectional set for my '72. It arrived with a serious flaw on the rear section. BUT---There are no serged slots in the rear section for the luggage tie down straps nor were there serged slots for the hold down clips at the rear of the two front sections. When I mentioned the contradiction to MSA's claim that these were like original, I was told that people do not use the tie down straps because they are no longer available so the slots are not put in. The guy said that I would have to cut the slots, with the risk of the loop unravelling or send them out to have an upholster put them in. This sounds kind of bogus to me. Any thoughts? Are carpet sets available with the serged slots somewhere? They did agree to replace the rear section and pay for my return shipping costs. I have tentatively agreed to deal with the serging issue myself.

Great and I love cats. How about Janet bowling?

Zhome-IZCC has a map of the U.S. showing the distribution of it's U.S. members.

I drive in the Columbia River Gorge where the east wind is really raging now. If it is not the east wind, it is a strong west wind. The car really gets pushed around by the wind. I read somewhere that the Z does not handle well with a cross wind and I can confirm that. Is it design or just the light weight of the car? '72 Z

Who would have thought that a left leaning liberal like myself could still be smiling. ROFL

Come on folks-show your patriotism. Do your patriotic duty and get into the four figure categories. Help get the economy rolling again. Of course, if you are not paying attention you will be supporting the economies of China, Japan, Guatemala, Thailand, etc., etc.

Xargon-glad to hear that your are interested. There was a very feeble start to get something going back in July. Some guys expressed an interest. I volunteered to set up the forum site and a contact list but did not want to be responsible for getting some activities going. Nobody volunteered for that. Perhaps in the spring. Paul

Ouch! You say it was bad luck? Ex girlfriend? Are you sure she was not aiming for you?

I agree with you 100% about keeping the original hubcaps and they would come off if not in good condition. I would check the condition of the grippers (tines?). Bend any back into shape that need it. I do not know if locks for these things are available.

UHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH. Watch it Hunt, don't get involved in the media question. Almost too big an opening to pass by though.

I believe that, at least what I was told when I was drinking there in 1965, the longest bar in the world was in Mildura, Victoria. And who would expect a tall tale from an Ausse. Has that claim ever been verified? Six weeks in New Zealand and then to Australia for 9 months, the result was a very experienced beer drinker, although I could not really keep up with the locals. I tried! Both places were wonderful.

Cool. I might be interested but there is no listing of the number of cup holders. I bet these things could have a truely astonishing number of cup holders!

Go for it. Yellow is beautiful. My Z is yellow as is my '79 Ford P.U. And look at my user name backwards.

Portland area Z owners. I am glad Beandip is kicking what I thought was a dead horse. Some sort of gathering would be great. I would prefer east side if possible. I have been maintaining an email address list and could send out a message when details are set. Our forum in "Local Club Forums" would be a good place to communicate. The forum name is PDX-Z.:classic:

Stevenson, WA about midway through the Columbia River Gorge; about 35 miles east of Portland. Wife, dog, two cats, Camry, Taurus, '72 Z. Guess what I prefer to drive! Going on 66 but don't feel a day over 65ROFL . Bean dip--you are definitely a geezer but not the oldest fella in geezerdom. Paul

Thanks. I had also looked for that thread but was unable to find it.

Joking about double clutching into reverse, of course Will check out some of these tips soon, sort of busy now. Thanks

I occasionally see rubber end caps for the rear bumper on eBay. Are these stock for a 11/71 car or are they after market add on?

My problem is getting it into reverse with the engine running--guess I will learn how to double clutch it in to reverseROFL ROFL

It's a 11/71 Z with the original 4 speed. Very difficult to get into reverse with the engine running (grinds) but goes in fine with it off. Goes in once in awhile. Down shifting into the forward gears is no problem although going into 1 isn't always smooth. I want to keep the car a 4 speed. Rebuild this one? Get a junkyard special and hope for the best? Future problems with other gears as the problem worsens? Slave cylinder? Fluid level o.k. In the Portland, OR area is there a shop that will do a good rebuild on this tranny? Thanks

Do you know why the Administration is so certain that there are WMD in Irac? They found a box with the receipts!

An important question to answer for yourself is: were you made to feel welcome? Many (all?) of the people you met were, at one time, where you are with your car. Except for the 350's, all (unless purchased new and kept in pristine condition) of the cars that are so beautiful were the result of many hours, years of hard work and devotion and the club atmosphere is a really good place to show off the results of that hard work. Just as with this site, the people in your club will be a wealth of information and help. Use the resourses available from your club-your car will be sparkelling and parked with the best of them one of these years and you will be giving advice to the new guy who drives up with a 100 foot car. We have a fledgling club here in the Portland, Oregon area whose membership will range from one guy, who contributes regularly here, who works on rolling shell to members with some really hot, finnished cars. I had similiar thoughts about the 350 as well but they are all Z's. Some of these 350 owners may just have a 240 parked in their garage.

Home. I do not mean to rub it in but---After reading the newspaper, doing the crossword puzzle and getting my coffee half done I will moesy up to the puter and log in to this site to see what gems of wisdom are available. Then to mow the lawn, brush the dog, drink more coffee, work in the garden, check for words of wisdom, take a joy ride in the Z, open up my bee hives, check for words of wisdom, have a beer, ---- What a tedious life. I actually throw some volunteer work into the mix and help care for my wife's mother who lives with us. She has Alzimer's. Driving the Z is a tonic.

Perhaps That Ozzie Guy was not born with a silver spoon hanging out of his mouth. Or maybe he does not have a father that can arrange things for him, or maybe he does not have a very powerful political machine helping him along.