thor

and looks like a nice route up the back roads :bandit:

Thank you for the zccne info. I run the highways from Haverhill to Andover. I'll be heading to the Sat 24th event. See you there ?

Hi New Englanders ! Is anybody running route 93 and 495 during their commutes? I started commuting yeterday in the Z. Idaho plates, giant sunroof thor

home depot has it

Welcome to the site. thor

Hi there & welcome. thor

To remove the nipples in the exhaust manifold you will need a quality 14mm open end/box wrench. I used a reciprocating saw to cut the common rail into sections and then cut them flush at the nipple for easier access. By searching these forums I found the correct sizing and a fantastic place to order the small bolts to plug the holes left in the exhaust manifold and the the holes that will be left in the intake. The whole process is quite easy, maybe a small pain in the back from leaning into the engine bay and reaching into for most of the process :classic: thor

Great looking z ! The first gnose I've seen in person, I was going the other direction in my jacked up Bronco with my son who is 7, He liked your z also and was inquisitive about the *G-nose. *Is the color Toyota Stone Chip? thor

Did I spot your gnose driving into Haverhill on Halloween? thor

I love the SU video ! My carbs are a bit worn but they are in sync and I just keep watching that video. Now it's time for the suspension video. Anybody on the fence about buying the carb video? DO IT ! Watch it several times, drink down all the info. It is great ! I hope you ZTherapy guys watch this forum. Thank you for what you do ! thor

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=127569#10 thor

Cool web page. A great tribute to the hobby! thor

Oh my ! :stupid: Thanks Steve

To desmog or not to desmog. I am revitalizing a '71 that I would guess had the smog pump belt removed very early in its life. I am desmogging it now. The plumbing of the smog system is is about 20% full of corroded material. On my '71 the emmision stuff was quite simple. A pump that injected fresh air into the ballance tube of the intake and into the exhaust manifold at each port. My system had a leak on the common rail for the exhaust injection which prompted me to go ahead with the desmog project. If there is now visible corrosion or leaks, you aren't forced to remove or repair. I would suggest that if you have the time, ambition and can fight the urge to keep your machine off the road, desmog it. It will tidy up that side of the engine nicely. It may take a little bit of grunt work as the nuts and hose clamps are *stubborn and a *little tough to get at. I also am using a reciprocating saw on the exhaust section to allow a box wrench or socket to loosen the nuts on the exhaust ports. Wall of text to you :classic: thor thor

Initially I was going to get the Z right on the road and slowly revitalize. I have since decided to slow things down and stay off the road until complete. De-smog Cut some new carpets and have edges bound Remove aftermarket radio and speakers Figure out no drivers brakelight No passenger seat belt. Missing lap section from door side Order z-therapy SU DVD thor

Everything is going well. Changed oil and cooling system flushed Cleared rodent nest from air cleaner housing and tail light panel area Added 5 gals of fresh fuel and drained tank *no particles found in drained fuel but did find a couple booger sized flakes in the old fuel filter No driver side brake light Found a portion of the Cali emission rusted clean through. The belt for the pump removed at sometime previous and conveniently stored in the rear area, so I sealed off the carb balancing tube leaving only the brake assist line intact * I would like to refresh the carbs before adding more fresh fuel and firing it up. Should I go as far (or as little) as to clean the carbs while they are in the car before firing or let sleeping dogs lie ? I wished my enthusiasm and excitement could come through in my posts, I am thrilled to have taken on this project as the car is so very clean and the rewards of a dependable and finely engineered car are but a few hours of work away. The under hood utility light needed only a bulb to make me smile everytime i flick that little switch. That light should have a voice emote that says *Congratulations ! You're a winner ! Anyone else in the mass new hampshire area? Happy hump day tomorrow ! thor

The 1st owner remarked that this was the biggest sunroof he could find and ,well, there it is.

Idaho gem

Get out ! A light !? I guess without the bulb I was stumped. Thank you ! thor

A little road scum but otherwise the little z is safe in it's new home. YAY !!! Now time to refresh and breath a little life into him. What is that bullet shaped thing on the fender with a switch on it ? thor

Thank you for all the responses thor

HI, does anyone have a part number or brand of the correct battery? Shouldn't it be terminals to the front side of the car with the possitive terminal on the engine side? My battery from auto-zone is terminals to the front with the possitive terminal under the pop-up access panel. thor

Wow! That looks like the deal of a century. Nice job ! thor :bandit:

The Z is finally heading to Mass for some end of the summer and fall fun, after 8 years of storage in Idaho. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the auto-transport persons involved will appreciate, love and care for my little gem. But all I can think of is Ferris Bueller's Day Off, that 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California and those parking garage attendants. AAAAAAAAAGHHHhh!!! Estimated delivery September 2. thor