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Thanks much for info. Will do this weekend and see whats loose.

Any ideas what would cause fairly excessive steering play in my 280z?. (about 10-12 degrees on the wheel) ? Is there an adjustment or ?? Thanks in advance! -John

The pot metal casing (notch) on both driver and passenger door lock cylinders have worn so much that the throw of the lever is not enough to unlock the doors anymore. Can these be rebuilt or replaced? Would like to keep the same key as the ignition. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks! John

Thanks so much for the info. I will try that. A pic would be great if you have time.

My 1978 driver's side door lock has gotten progressively worse over the past months. It started out taking 2-3 turns of the key to pop the lock up when it was cold outside (I thought this might be normal or at least not a huge problem) but now it's almost impossible to unlock the door, in any condition. It feels like the key is making the turn but somewhere in all the linkage the force is getting lost before it reaches the lock. It's kind of spongy. If the door is open, pushing/pulling the black lock manually with my hand, it pops up and down beautifully. So it must be something with the actual key mechanism. And also, LOCKING the door with the key works every time. The problem is only in UNLOCKING it from the outside. Any ideas? Not too excited about buying a new lock for $100+ then having to get the keys re-matched.

I've always been so curious as to what exactly the difference is between all the gas companies. I try to stick with Shell or Chevron but is it worth the 10 or 20 extra cents per gallon? Also, I try to use premium all the time but my 280 seems to run fine with regular. I don't drive it very hard. Does the Z need premium?

Hey guys, just wondering if anyone has found or created a bike rack for a Z, more specifically a 280. I found the thread about the roof rack, but I was looking for the more common type that attaches in the back. I know it's easier when your car has a hitch, but has anyone made something work? I'd love to be able to throw a bike on the back every now and then. Thanks!

Thanks, I figured it out. It's wearing out, I'll probably eventually get a new console but for now it works great.

Can someone post a picture of the hinge assembly on the underside of the lid for a '78? Mine has come apart over the last year and I'm trying to piece it back together. Thanks

Our 78 280z needs a clutch and 5sp tranny rebuild and some suspension work. Any recommendations in Orange County/ Inland Empire areas of Southern CA? Thanks! John

Nice!! Loved it. Such a beautiful car, the Z is. Thanks for sharing

So, this is my first time driving my '78 Z on a regular basis in such hot weather. A recent heat wave has brought temperatures well into the 90s. Here's the problem: When I go to start it (cold engine), it runs fine. But when I park and return to start it within 20 or 30 minutes (engine still hot), it doesn't start. It takes a long time to finally get it running, and once I do it runs great. I'm aware that vapor lock is non-existent with EFI, so are there any other diagnoses? Does it have to do with the heat or is that just a coincidence?

Found one on ebay for 20 bucks. After a little elbow grease trying to get the old one off, I finally replaced it and the leak is gone. Thanks!

I know this is an older thread, but regarding the pressure sender unit, if it is leaking, does that necessarily mean it needs to be replaced? Could it be loose or just need some new thread sealer?

Do the interpart louvers have a hinge so they lift up to clean the glass?