Zedrally

You will need to go with the build date on the ADR. I'm suspecting the parts you require will be listed as 280 model [not sure of that prefix] as the 260 only ran for a very short perod of time in the US. Someone else may like to chime in here as I'm also not sure of the interchangability between RH & LH parts. Not really the answer your looking for, however I'm sure someone has been there, done that as well.

LHD & RHD do not share VIN numbers, nor do they co-relate to model years. Why don't you try Scotts Old Auto Rubber, Oakleigh Victoria for a seal kit.

Failing removing the tach and looking for dry joints insdie the meter, there is very little that can be done. You have a common problem that many zed owners have, most, if not all have not found a solution or quick fix to this. Good luck and don't forget to post any success stories back to this thread.... MOM [who has a busted tach as well]

I guess you don't want to here this, but the only way to "clean" up the thread is by use of a suitable size tap. If the cross thread to bad you may need to find a "new" strut housing.

Buy the 260, if's it performance you want then change over the carbs. {no boat anchor jokes either as my 260 still has the original carb] I've got both [240 & 260], my partner loves driving 260, not the 240 go figure....must be a girls car after all..... Good luck and welcome to the club..... MOM

Checked the battery terminals? from your PS it sounds like a bad earth connection.

I'd be bold enough to suggest that the mirrors were actually mounted after arrivial in Oz. JUst like the seat belts, which were either not there or replaced after arrivial [ADR's didn't recognise the JDM rules] This would suggest that in the climate of changing ADR's Nissan would be more inclined to import a bare bone model and add the components that were required to bring the model up to standard.

I guess that depends on model? The 240 should, but how do you intend to drive it without gauges! Removal of the dash isn't that complicated as many assume it is, it's just that not many people feel confidient to do this. Follow the FSM instructions and you can't go wrong...

Have you considered that the sender unit may have gone u/s or faulty. I had a similar problem in the 240, this was traced to a faulty transmitter. Swapped it out with a used one, stilll reads high but that may be due to gunk left behind. Otherwise, is the termostat functioning correctly? HIH MOM

Mark, There have been as many threads on this subject as I have had hot breakfasts! Use search and not only will you find the answer, you will also find the history of the wheel and the fact that it is actual wood.

Hi Richard, Perhaps you could expand and mention the make of Shock you're using, and the type of work your zed does? ie Road, Track or Dirt.

Hi Buggsy, Hope you might be able to assist me, as I'm exploring options. I'm doing up a set of struts for the rally car and was wondering what type of springs & shocks are you where using? TIA MOM

The L26 was also used in the 260C in Oz. It may have found its way into a pickup or light truck as well, but I doubt it. Someone with greater knowledge of Datsuns in OZ needs to jump in here... MOM

Sounds fuel related. Check your fuel filter.

What L series engine does your 810 have? 810?, was that the violet? MOM

The 2+2 springs have an extra coil [i think]. Are you still selling the Kings? MOM

Why not swap it over with a new one if your concerned about it? It would be one of the cheaper parts and possibly the easiest to swap in any case!

Hi Nacks, If they are for a 240, I'll take them... MOM

Never heard of a flattened lobe. Have you checked the filter? That and rust in the tank is a common problem in cars that have been sitting for so many years. Considering the period of time the car has been sitting I would suggest dropping the tank [it's not difficult, do a search for more info], cleaning it out etc, changing filters, and blowing out the fuel lines. MOM

Sorry for hijacking the thread, however, 73 carb fix? Can you enlighten us flat top drivers! MOM

Thanks Alan, as always one photo begs another question.. I noticed what appears to be a moulded opening in the dash above the nav light. Its certainly been moulded into the dash, rather than a cut & bash type of operation. Any idea of what it's for? Somehow I don't think it's for a Cigarette lighter? MOM

Hi Alan, Thanks for these great photo's. Just one question [isn't there always]! THe photo's show only one halda, where was the other & do you have any photo's of the complete LHS of this car [& which works car was it]? MOM

Yes, I'm perfectly aware that many small enhancements are required for that big bit of performance increase over stock. That however was not the question.... Perhaps I had better re-phrase to, what is the performance increase by doing a port & polish ONLY? 1%,5%, 10%???? better?????? MOM

Hey Ed, What increase did you get after your port & "polish" ? MOM PS. Thanks for the pic's now I have a better idea of the finish required for this operation.

You could also be reading the order in the wrong direction. Search for Firing order, this will solve the problem......