Mike

I use the Griot's Garage products... I personally dislike the shiny wet-looking gloss products and prefer a low shine (on the inside). https://www.griotsgarage.com/ m

Here you go, law abiding citizens.... CDC and the White House says you can now go unmasked outside. A light at the end of the tunnel perhaps? ------------ Dated Apr. 27, 2021 Fully vaccinated Americans don’t need to wear a mask outside, except in crowded settings, under new guidelines released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During a White House briefing, public health officials said fully vaccinated individuals can unmask while walking, running, hiking, or biking outdoors alone or with members of their household. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated-guidance.html

I would look into replacing those battery terminals, frayed ends like that are just scary to me. 😉

Ah yes, I really like seeing the perspective from someone who has actually seen bad things happen. I agree that it's not such a big deal to wear a mask or socially distance from each other for a few years. However, I think this demonstration was concerning in a few ways (other than the rebellion from lockdown). They disagree with the vaccination passport.. I know many are concerned a passport like this can be discriminatory. And, the sheer lack of coverage for this event. It's obvious the media is pushing their own agenda, which isn't surprising...

Yeah, definitely strange times. I remember watching movies about pandemics and wondered if it could ever happen. At least this one we aren't all turning into zombies. I feel ya about the club being a lifeline. I have been focusing on the back end development for quite some time. Moving to a new domain host, organizing a server replacement, programming some online stuff (hopefully microfiche online soon), and just general club activity. I wish I could say I was working on my Z or at least driving it. Need to get out and kick the tires again now that spring is here. And yes I really despise TV these days. I cut the cable a few years ago but we still get over the air broadcasts. Every time I watch for 10-15 minutes and just shut it off.

Well it looks like the UK has had it with the restrictions. Over 10k people coming out to protest and stand against government control and this idea of a vaccination passport. Photos courtesy of Reuters... links below. https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/anti-lockdown-protesters-defy-restrictions-central-london-march-2021-04-24/ Meanwhile, I've heard reports that other news agencies are not covering the demonstration or some of them are lying by saying there are only a few hundred people in attendance. https://www.bbc.com/news (currently no coverage on their website)

Ah the price we have to pay...

Good afternoon Z family, The early-bird special for Colorado Springs ZCON is coming to an end, April 15th at 11:59 pm EST. Use code, EARLYBIRD15 when registering to save $15 per registration. After this date, there will not be additional promos to save for ZCON registration this year, so don't wait to sign up! Motorsports events are looking like there will be full house for Pikes Peak International Raceway. We are going to have a great track day thanks to the support of our track sponsors, Z1 Motorsports! If you are planning on joining at the track, be sure and secure your seat time before sessions fill up! If you have not had a chance to check out this year's schedule, event's include: Time Attack and Drift Exhibition at PPIR Group Drives to Pikes Peak Texas Chili Party Judged Car Show (concourse style) the Flying W Ranch People's Choice Car Show (Datsun, Nissan, Infiniti) Opening and Closing Ceremonies with awards Group Photo at High Plains Raceway Tech Talks with Datsun/Nissan legends Downtown Denver InvaZion "Hump Daze" Wednesday social evening at the Flying W Ranch Our room block is active with the booking link located under the hotel tab. To reserve your room early at ZCON, costs nothing up front! Be sure to reserve your room now at our host hotel. The Colorado Springs ZCON team is keeping a close eye on COVID-19 regulations. Our team is prepared to take the necessary precautions to keep guests safe and working in conjunction with Colorado Springs regulations while still allowing for a great environment for enthusiasts. The ZCCA was proud to host one of the only major car events last summer at Nashville ZCON and report zero COVID-19 cases. Peter Brock of Brock Racing Enterprises will also be joining us in Colorado Springs as well as JDM Legends for the 3rd consecutive year! Stay tuned for upcoming special guest announcements as well as heritage vehicles that will be joining us at this year's ZCON! For additional inquiries, please email our team at info@ZCON.org Best Regards, - Your ZCON Team

The Z Car Club of Colorado (ZCCC) is hosting ZCON 2021 the week of August 16-21, 2021 in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. This international convention is the celebration of the Datsun/Nissan Z car. There will be car shows, drives, races at High Plains Raceway (HPR) and Pikes Peak International Raceway (PPIR) and more. Colorado Springs is 65 miles south of Denver in the foothills of the spectacular Colorado Rocky Mountains. Explore Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, the Royal Gorge and other fascinating places while celebrating all things Z. For information and registration visit www.zcon.org The Rocky Mountains Are Calling........................................ Patricia Troxell ZCCC ZCON 2021

Other than breathing in carbon dioxide all day, what could go wrong? 😛 I also find it funny when people drive their cars, by themselves, while wearing a mask. I mean, c'mon people. There are times when it's good to wear a mask, I agree. But sometimes I just shake my head.

Yeah, I agree that we have to live with it now. However, I disagree that it doesn't mean anything. If you watch the documentary, you'll hear that China locked down travel to the places where they think it started. In order to find the genome to create a real vaccine, I would think it's necessary to get in and find the origin -- which means China will have to lift these restrictions. The video suggests that some suspicion is still around bats, but, more because people are using bat droppings as fertilizer. Not around people eating bats or doing experiments in labs... I'm currently waiting for NHK to release the next part of this program because I'm very curious!

I really liked this documentary on the Japanese news NHK World's channel. They did some data gathering and had some interesting findings. It's about the origins of the virus. https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/4001389/

Meanwhile, in Japan ..... https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/1604/

Yeah man, this guy is controlling the destiny of our country... power. Although some of his investments in biotech are debatable, he's still floundered around on his public decisions over the last year. This kind of thing shouldn't be in the hands of a single man. Take a look at his entire (news worthy) history here: https://www.theepochtimes.com/t-anthony-fauci m

I hope you're joking... Fauci is a slave to his own greed. I lost faith in that guy a long time ago.

First of all... don't believe everything you see on the news. The media is a one way street and I trust them less and less these days. Second of all, the stupidity around the vaccine is just insane (not anyone here, I'm pointing more at the media). The reason they have to give booster shots is because they have NOT isolated the genome necessary for a real vaccine and will continue to provide booster shots for all the variants. Both the CDC and FDA websites have a ton of data on this subject, but you have to dig for it. In fact, did you know that all COVID vaccines currently being used are not on the FDA's approved list? They are experimental vaccines under a preliminary "emergency use authorization"... I'm not a medical professional, nor am I giving advice. I'm simply supplying a different point of view from the media and all the hype going on. https://www.fda.gov/vaccines-blood-biologics/vaccines/emergency-use-authorization-vaccines-explained Here's a list of approved vaccines: https://www.fda.gov/vaccines-blood-biologics/vaccines/vaccines-licensed-use-united-states What I am really worried about is using an experimental drug and having side effects. I'm not so sure my insurance company covers health conditions caused by experimental/unapproved vaccines. I'd rather take my chances than trust the political rush around this virus. Do your own research and take the necessary steps to be ABSOLUTELY sure you want to be doing this. You don't want to get stuck into a situation where a vaccine is pulled from the shelves (https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/joint-cdc-and-fda-statement-johnson-johnson-covid-19-vaccine). Good luck and stay safe, my friends. Mike

Oh, Socal is the hotspot for Z's baby... Parts from Motorsport Auto http://zcarparts.com/ Check into service from Les over at Classic Datsun - http://classicdatsun.com/

It's ok to leave it here actually. What first started off as a possible carb problem and turned out to be something else. Someone else is likely to run into the same problem in the future. Unless you want to continue the post, of course...

Oh that's pretty damn awesome!