Mike

Wow!! Ultimate thread dig... Yea, we don't really purge data here. We have stuff that goes back to our beginnings..

And the entire drivetrain... wow!

Found this BRE Tribute on BAT while I was doing a little browsing...

This 1976 Datsun 280z has undergone an extensive three year rotisserie restoration by its owner of 11 years to transform the car into an officially licensed BRE tribute, drawing styling inspiration from the racing team’s “guest car.” Noted designer and BRE owner Pete Brock provided assistance during the seller’s restoration, lending guidance on the livery design and designing the number 30 applied to car. Power is provided by by a fuel injected inline-six, stroked to 3.1L with a P-90 head from a later ZX turbo and crank from a Maxima diesel engine. A fully programmable Racetech fuel injection system is installed with crank triggered timing and a rebuilt 5-speed from a later ZX replaces the original and is fitted with a 3.9 final drive ratio. Suspension and brakes consist of Tokico and Wilwood components and are mated to a set of 16″ Panasport wheels. A detailed gallery documenting the build can be viewed on the seller’s Photobucket gallery and the car is sold with a clean South Carolina title in the seller’s name. Painted in the same colors used on the BRE racing team Zs, the finish remains in nice condition, exhibiting good shine when viewed from multiple angles. Driven approximately 14k miles since the restoration, the finish contains a few nicks and chips commensurate with use. Painted fiberglass bumpers have been fitted to the car and are accompanied by a BRE Spook spoiler up front and a BRE decklid spoiler at the rear. Apart from a new windshield, the car retains its original glass, which was installed with new weather-stripping and seals. The rear fenders were rolled to accommodate the 16″x 7″ Panasport wheels that remain in good condition with no noticeable imperfections on the spokes or polished lip. 225/60 Hankook RS3 tires are fitted and have about 50% tread remaining. The car was completely disassembled, soda-blasted, put on a rotisserie, primed, painted, and clear coated. While at the shop the roll-bars were welded in, custom seat mounts added, battery tray relocated, the old battery tray was modified to support the 3-coil pack for the fuel injection, custom bracket for a throttle cable, the rear spoiler was mounted along with a front air dam from original “BRE spook” molds. The interior presents well with new door cards, headliner, dashcap and carpets. Gauges have received a white vinyl overlay with orange needles and an air/fuel ratio digital gauge replaces the analog clock. The A/C features several new components that and along with the other gauges, controls and electric accessories, remains fully functional. Though the new padded headliner shows well, it does exhibit some sagging. Additional work performed on the interior includes: Larger higher flow Honda cage fan installed in the factory blower motor housing All new HVAC ducting New heater core Refurbished center console Brighter backlight bulbs New window cranks At the start of the restoration, mileage on the odometer was shown as 71k and presently reads 85,694 miles. A pair of Corbeau adjustable sport seats are installed and are accompanied by a set of 5-point Corbeau harnesses with cam locks. A Wilwood brake proportioning valve is fitted in place of the emergency brake lever that was removed during the Wilwood brake installation. The Odyssey gel battery has been relocated to the passenger-side tool box from its stock location. Rear compartment and spare tire well remain clean with no signs of corrosion. The seller notes the rubber weatherstripping between the hatch hinges has difficulty remaining fitted to the body. Power is provided by by a fuel injected inline-six, stroked to 3.1L with a ported P-90 head from a later ZX turbo, balanced 240z rods, ceramic coated pistons, and a crank from a Maxima diesel engine. A fully programmable Racetech fuel injection system is installed with crank triggered timing and accompanied by a LCD control unit hidden in the glove box. A rebuilt 5-speed from a later ZX replaces the original and is fitted with a 3.9 final drive ratio. Additional specifications of the build include: Competition Cams ground camshaft Lightweight flywheel Centerforce clutch 280ZX turbo oil pump Electronic crank angle sensor (distributor delete) 3-coil pack mounted in the stock battery location 3-row aluminum radiator with custom made aluminum catch can and drain. 3 electric cooling fans controlled by the ECU Knock sensor MSD wires Powder coated Arizona Z Car racing oil pan with baffles and cooling fins Custom built aluminum intake manifold and fuel rail. The suspension was completely redone at the time of the restoration with new billet aluminum front control arms, TC rods, quick steering knuckles installed along with bump steer spacers and rear A-arms with heim joints. Brakes employ a Wilwood Competition kit front and rear with 4-piston calipers, 12.2″ curved vane vented rotors, and stainless braided hoses. Lift shots exhibit minor wear on the rockers from driving and a clean and tidy underside that has remained well-preserved following the restoration. The underside of the inspection lids contain the autographs of both Pete Brock and John Morton, with the latter driving a few laps in the car at the Nashville Superspeedway road course in 2011. The car is sold with all service records since the seller’s ownership, including extensive restoration notes and imagery as well as the original window sticker and bill of sale. The original owner’s manual, tool bag, spare tire, original key, and user manuals for the fuel injection system are also included. View the Auction

This 1971 Datsun 510 is a heavily modified four-door built with a 2.4L KA24DE twin cam inline-four, 5-speed manual transmission, upgraded 280ZX suspension, a host of custom interior and exterior features, and a handful of JDM trim pieces. Additional touches include upgrades to cooling, oiling, electrical, and fuel systems as detailed below, along with genuine Volk wheels and a high-end Alpine audio system. The car was the subject of a Super Street magazine feature after many of the modifications were carried out in 2012, though they have continued at a slower pace in recent years. The seller owns three vintage Datsuns and has driven this one approximately 2k miles during his three-year ownership. The sale includes partial receipts as well as a clean California title. The body looks presentable overall after a driver-quality exterior repaint in its original ochre hue. The finish shows occasional chips and off-color touchups, though no overspray is visible according to the seller. Bubbling and cracking are visible on the lower front valance as well as the left taillight and license plate areas, though no major rot is indicated by the seller. Panels are thought to be original and look straight up top, while the doors have collected a series of dings and shallow dents and the left rear quarter shows signs of past repairs. Genuine 15×8.5″ Volk wheels from Rays Engineering wear stretched Toyo Proxes TR1 rubber that is said to rub under hard cornering. Up front, the nose has been modified with modified JDM Datsun B110 fender mirrors, AeroCatch hood pins, and a Cusco tow hook along with a BRE carbon fiber air dam and canards. Stock round headlights were replaced with modern Toyota units blacked out and mounted upside down, with fit leaving room for improvement. The front bumper was tucked and painted silver, while the chrome rear shines well despite several dings. Remaining bright trim and factory badging are largely clean, and a difficult-to-source JDM SSS filler panel rests between the intact taillights. Inside, custom reupholstered vintage Recaro sport seats were installed with brackets from Wedge Engineering and show little evidence of use since. Rear seats and sun visors were both covered in matching upholstery, while doors wear serviceable, uncut stock panels. New black carpeting was installed over Stinger sound deadener and looks to have worn well. Mounted with a quick release and including a working horn, a woodgrain Nardi steering wheel is partnered with a weighted and extended shift knob from Greddy. An electronic speedometer and tach are mounted in stock locations and include an odometer showing just over 3,000 miles since installation. A center console from a modern Mini Cooper is home to a relocated ignition switch, cupholders, and a set of tweeters. A gauge pod meant for a late-’60s Nova houses voltage, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges as well as a matching clock. The custom stereo system was installed at a cost of over $4k using Alpine products as detailed in the gallery below. LED interior lighting was also fitted, and headlight and wiper switches were relocated south of the dash with a pair of protected toggles mounted in their place. The sound system upgrades continue out back with the trunk housing custom-built enclosures for amplifiers and subwoofers along with a relocated Optima battery, all secured by an aftermarket trunk lock. Power is from a 2.4L KA24DE twin cam inline-four and 5-speed transmission donated by a Nissan 240SX. A GTI dual-core aluminum radiator with a built-in thermostat handles cooling duties and is supported by a Mishimoto overflow tank and Greddy water temperature sensor. A front-mounted RX7 oil cooler works in concert with a GREX remote filter kit and catch can. Fuel injection is fed by a Walbro 255 lph external pump and 240SX fuel filler conversion. An upgraded alternator supplies Nology plug wires and a relocated fuse box, while engine bay wiring has been tucked and an HKS grounding system installed. An ARC Magic intake breathes through a Greddy open-element air filter reinforced with a Blitz piping stopper, while a 4-2-1 ceramic coated header from DC Sports feeds into a Greddy exhaust with 2.5″ stainless piping and an additional silencer. The engine bay was repainted in grey and shaved of accessory mounts. Additional touches include a Tein strut bar, carbon fiber manifold cap and powder-coated valve cover along with an HKS oil cap and Earls AN lines and fittings. The engine was reportedly resealed by the previous owner and the car remains free of drips underneath according to the seller. The video above shows the engine starting quickly and revving energetically. Shifting is described as smooth despite slight throwout bearing noise, and the car is said to run strong and drive well overall. Suspension is from a Datsun 280ZX and has been upgraded with coilovers and adjustable camber plates. Steering modifications include a Datsport steering bracket along with a drag link, rod ends, and idler arm from Troy Ermish and an adjustable tension control rod, lower control arms, and rod end boots from FutoFab. Power-assisted disc brakes are actuated via 280ZX master cylinder with a Datsport booster upgrade. All custom work and service has reportedly been carried out by the seller and previous owners as detailed in the printed email below. Receipts are included for a portion of the sound system and a handful of suspension components, though futher records are unavailable. A copy of the Super Street issue featuring the car is also included. View the Auction

Guy does this sway bar require drilling holes in the body floorboards? I have a sway bar that required it, and really don't like the idea of drilling holes in the body.

@jfa.series1, here's your PDF in an image so you can view it in the forum

You do bring up a good point. Fog lights are different than driving lights but I think the effect on law enforcement or other drivers is the same, especially if they aren't aimed correctly.

Ah, yes, you're right it's the Galaxy NOTE, not the regular phone. But again it's not banned from being on the plane, it's only banned from being USED or CHARGED while on the plane (and also put into checked luggage). Frankly, if I had one of these I would be looking to get another phone even if I didn't fly a lot. Who wants all of that grief worrying about the problem.

Another great one from our friends over at Petrolicious.

I'm not sure about the laws in all states, but, police look for the lights to make routine stops. I was pulled over a few times for having them on, and my suspect is they are looking for drunk drivers. Most new cars have a switch to turn on the lights and they are always on when driving. My SUV for example (not exactly modern -- it's a 2000) has a fog light switch but no indicator on the dash. It's hard to remember if the switch is on or not. They are always on when my car is driven -- headlights only turn on when the photo cell tells them to turn on. Anyway, I do advise that you check to see if your fog lights have a switch and turn them off just to avoid any unwanted questions from the local fuzz. As far as the Galaxy 7, the FAA doesn't prohibit carrying the phone. They strongly advise against using them or charging while on board. https://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=86424 This is international in scope, because I remember hearing many warnings on planes while I was on a recent business trip to Europe. It's definitely quite a problem because Samsung recently decided to stop production of this unit.

Can't wait to see some photos..

This 1973 Datsun 240Z is a stock example that is in largely original condition thanks to spending most of its life in California and Arizona. The has some body damage and the driver’s side of the car was backed into when nearly new – the damage was never repaired. Included in the history file is the note from the person who was responsible and the repair quote from 1973. The seller is including straight replacement panels, and has gone through the car mechanically to make it roadworthy. New parts include new brake hoses and lines, new underhood hoses and belts, and all new fluids. This 63k miles 240Z is sold with a clean Wisconsin title and with some work can be brought to a higher standard. This Z retains original equipment such as the enlarged bumper overriders and hubcaps. The passenger side of the car has some dings but is more or less straight. Per the seller the car’s previous owners owned several movie theaters in California and Arizona, and the region’s dry climate appears to have preserved the car nicely. The paint is sun-baked and has degraded on the roof. Two damaged areas are present on the car, pictured above and below. Replacement body parts are viewable in the gallery. Here is the damage on the right rear quarter, near where the quarter panel meets the taillight surround. There is another dent is present on the hatch. A replacement door, hatch and a replacement quarter panel section are included with the sale. The interior appears original, down to the stock radio, steering wheel, shift knob and boot. The driver’s seat has a split seam in its original material, and a crack is present on the dash over the middle gauge on the center stack. The cargo area is tidy, with clean black carpets and factory diamond-stitched vinyl. With the spare tire removed, the solid spare tire well can be seen. The engine is unmodified down to the original Hitachi carburetors and airbox. The seller has performed several services, including changing oil and brake fluids, fitted new brake lines from front to back, and replaced all of the hoses and belts under the hood. Though the aging suspension bushings are somewhat noisy and could stand repalcement, the car is said to drive down the road just fine. The underside of the car is straight, and wears what appears to be original undercoating. No evidence of past rust repair is apparent according to the seller. Here is note left by the person who backed into this Z in the 1973. The seller humerously notes that the body shop’s quote does not have an expiration date, and that it may be worth seeing if they still exist and will honor their $12/hour labor rate. The seller is including rust-free replacement panels to help repair the damaged panels. A new door, rear quarter section and a replacement hatch are all included. Though drivable as-is, this Z would make a good basis for partial or full restoration. View it on bringatrailer.com

Tagging @Bruce Palmer from Ztherapy to see if he has any advice. I haven't gone through the entire thread, but, have you checked the carb fluid levels and the needles to make sure they are up to spec? The SU linkage looks fairly shiny, so, maybe you're running with a rebuilt set of carbs? I would also try running without the air filter to see if that changes the behavior.

Heat is caused by resistance, so, cleaning the switch and the contacts probably solved the problem.

Ok, I just saw this come across a post on Facebook and I had to share. This comes from "JDM Auction Watch" and this ride has me thoroughly confused. Every time I look at it, I get a little more tense.

Did you buy one of the "euro style" bumpers by mistake?

10/11/2016 Update: Just over two years later, and this 1971 Datsun 240Z is back on the market, this time with an asking price. The car itself presents as a decent driver with so-so cosmetics, but what really caught our attention was its unusual swap. It’s still straight-six powered, but now packs a BMW S50 from a second-gen M3, rather than the original 2.4 liter Datsun. With twice as many cams, valves, and 600cc or so of added displacement, power is up significantly to 240 HP and 225 lb ft, and though in need of some repairs and finishing work, we dig the concept and think it could be worth finishing to a higher standard. Find it here on Craigslist in Newnan, Georgia for $8,500. From 9/8/2014: This 1971 Datsun 240Z has had an engine and transmission swap from a 1995 BMW M3. We like that it stays true to the straight-6 layout, but this is definitely the first we have seen with this combo. Find it here on Craigslist in Georgia, where the seller says he has invested $18k but includes no purchase price. Special thanks to BaT reader Javier S. for this submission! View the Auction

This 1976 Datsun 280z has undergone an extensive three year rotisserie restoration by its owner of 11 years to transform the car into an officially licensed BRE tribute, drawing styling inspiration from the racing team’s “guest car.” Noted designer and BRE owner Pete Brock provided assistance during the seller’s restoration, lending guidance on the livery design and designing the number 30 applied to car. Power is provided by by a fuel injected inline-six, stroked to 3.1L with a P-90 head from a later ZX turbo and crank from a Maxima diesel engine. A fully programmable Racetech fuel injection system is installed with crank triggered timing and a rebuilt 5-speed from a later ZX replaces the original and is fitted with a 3.9 final drive ratio. Suspension and brakes consist of Tokico and Wilwood components and are mated to a set of 16″ Panasport wheels. A detailed gallery documenting the build can be viewed on the seller’s Photobucket gallery and the car is sold with a clean South Carolina title in the seller’s name. Painted in the same colors used on the BRE racing team Zs, the finish remains in nice condition, exhibiting good shine when viewed from multiple angles. Driven approximately 14k miles since the restoration, the finish contains a few nicks and chips commensurate with use. Painted fiberglass bumpers have been fitted to the car and are accompanied by a BRE Spook spoiler up front and a BRE decklid spoiler at the rear. Apart from a new windshield, the car retains its original glass, which was installed with new weather-stripping and seals. The rear fenders were rolled to accommodate the 16″x 7″ Panasport wheels that remain in good condition with no noticeable imperfections on the spokes or polished lip. 225/60 Hankook RS3 tires are fitted and have about 50% tread remaining. The car was completely disassembled, soda-blasted, put on a rotisserie, primed, painted, and clear coated. While at the shop the roll-bars were welded in, custom seat mounts added, battery tray relocated, the old battery tray was modified to support the 3-coil pack for the fuel injection, custom bracket for a throttle cable, the rear spoiler was mounted along with a front air dam from original “BRE spook” molds. The interior presents well with new door cards, headliner, dashcap and carpets. Gauges have received a white vinyl overlay with orange needles and an air/fuel ratio digital gauge replaces the analog clock. The A/C features several new components that and along with the other gauges, controls and electric accessories, remains fully functional. Though the new padded headliner shows well, it does exhibit some sagging. Additional work performed on the interior includes: Larger higher flow Honda cage fan installed in the factory blower motor housing All new HVAC ducting New heater core Refurbished center console Brighter backlight bulbs New window cranks At the start of the restoration, mileage on the odometer was shown as 71k and presently reads 85,694 miles. A pair of Corbeau adjustable sport seats are installed and are accompanied by a set of 5-point Corbeau harnesses with cam locks. A Wilwood brake proportioning valve is fitted in place of the emergency brake lever that was removed during the Wilwood brake installation. The Odyssey gel battery has been relocated to the passenger-side tool box from its stock location. Rear compartment and spare tire well remain clean with no signs of corrosion. The seller notes the rubber weatherstripping between the hatch hinges has difficulty remaining fitted to the body. Power is provided by by a fuel injected inline-six, stroked to 3.1L with a ported P-90 head from a later ZX turbo, balanced 240z rods, ceramic coated pistons, and a crank from a Maxima diesel engine. A fully programmable Racetech fuel injection system is installed with crank triggered timing and accompanied by a LCD control unit hidden in the glove box. A rebuilt 5-speed from a later ZX replaces the original and is fitted with a 3.9 final drive ratio. Additional specifications of the build include: Competition Cams ground camshaft Lightweight flywheel Centerforce clutch 280ZX turbo oil pump Electronic crank angle sensor (distributor delete) 3-coil pack mounted in the stock battery location 3-row aluminum radiator with custom made aluminum catch can and drain. 3 electric cooling fans controlled by the ECU Knock sensor MSD wires Powder coated Arizona Z Car racing oil pan with baffles and cooling fins Custom built aluminum intake manifold and fuel rail. The suspension was completely redone at the time of the restoration with new billet aluminum front control arms, TC rods, quick steering knuckles installed along with bump steer spacers and rear A-arms with heim joints. Brakes employ a Wilwood Competition kit front and rear with 4-piston calipers, 12.2″ curved vane vented rotors, and stainless braided hoses. Lift shots exhibit minor wear on the rockers from driving and a clean and tidy underside that has remained well-preserved following the restoration. The underside of the inspection lids contain the autographs of both Pete Brock and John Morton, with the latter driving a few laps in the car at the Nashville Superspeedway road course in 2011. The car is sold with all service records since the seller’s ownership, including extensive restoration notes and imagery as well as the original window sticker and bill of sale. The original owner’s manual, tool bag, spare tire, original key, and user manuals for the fuel injection system are also included. View the Auction

To me, it looks like the paint was applied too quickly and there wasn't enough preparation done. It is possible the painter also only applied a single coat without any sanding in-between coats. If you have the paint code, I would take the car to a reputable shop in your area and ask them for opinions. Don't wait too long because paint changes over time and it will be difficult to match the colors. You could probably wait until next year when your budget can swing it, but I wouldn't wait longer. Pick a shop that knows how to work on classics and plan on spending another $500-$1,000 to have it fixed. Can you send a "before" pic and a few close ups of the paint near the window and door gaskets? I'm curious to see what they did in those areas.

Where do cars go when they die? I saw this site and thought it was a joke at first. But, if you want to get that Lambo you've been dreaming of... just a little work required. Anyone have experience restoring salvage vehicles?

Hey Mike, sorry to see a service like yours shut down. Feel free to do a group buy announcement in our forums to help make your last run a worthwhile venture. Good luck!