Gary in NJ

Back in 1988 my wife and I were car shopping for her. She wanted an Accord Coupe and I wanted her to like the RX-7. We test drove both. I really enjoyed driving the RX, but in the end my wife's natural "be practical" instincts took over and she chose the Accord (5sp). I've always regretted going to the Mazda dealership first.

Zing! Great little tool Blue. It's a good reminder that a seasonal change in temperature can result in a full turn of the mixture wheels. I always re-sync the carbs after any adjustment to the nozzle wheels. I'm I just being overly concerned? Do others just turn-n-go?

Regarding the carb with the "dropped piston", have you confirmed that the piston/needle move freely without binding? Have you conducted a vacuum leak test with a can of carb cleaner? Have you checked the linkage for binding or high over-throw in certain locations?

It's a lean condition. Fast Woman will be here soon to tell you how to fix it

Just because the odo reads 22,500 doesn't mean that the car doesn't have 122,500 or any other interval of 100,000. I highly doubt that someone would pull the engine, transmission and have to repaint a vehicle with only 22,500 miles. If the seller is willing to lie about that, what else are they holding back. Purchase Arne's car. The history of that 240 is well documented right here.

Outstanding. When can you get mine done

You can rent a ball joint press kit from your local Advance Autoparts store..

I just looked at the ad. That is not a 2.0L. Also, despite his description, there doesn't seem to be anything special about the SU's. While it would be interesting to own a Fairlady, it would never want to be sen in a 2+2. Just my own opinion.

We all like a good story. I'd be very interested in following your progress to learn how your shell compares to Nissan's original design.

That has been my method for 30 years.

The car was originally 115 Blue Metallic. This repaint appears to be very close to the original color.

Standard threads. Give it some "yo' and it will go. Maybe a plastic hammer.

I made these: http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo-13.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo2-10.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo4-6.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo5-3.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo2-11.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo-14.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo3-10.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo4-7.jpg http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz263/GaryCorde/photo5-4.jpg

Lifting the piston leans the mixture that then passes the throttle plate.

Cool videos Blue.

The OP stated that he has 3-screw carbs, an indication that the '74 carbs are no longer installed.

There is a slot for a small screwdriver on the bottom side of the know. Just loosen the screw about one turn. No need to remove the entire panel. The jam nut is on the face side.

The jam nut may have come loose on the switch. Remove the knob and check the jam nut.

Right, If you remove the screw from the bottom of the nozzle and move the arm out of the way, you should be able to remove the nozzle (give it a twist). From there you can clean and lube it.

You're going to have to explain this one a bit more. The SU's don't have a traditional choke plate. It's actually an enrichment circuit where the fuel nozzle is lowered, allowing for extra fuel to be present at the venturi. If the nozzle is frozen, hit it with some WD-40 ( from the top side) and then you should be able to get it free. After it is free you'll want to polish the nozzle and the chamber. When it is reinstalled apply white grease to the nozzle before it is reinserted into the carb body.

Welcome to the club.

Looks like a good find and a solid car. Enjoy the ride.

Could be this: http://carfiche.com/fiche009/s30/index.pl?1:b:1 Or this: http://www.zcarsource.com/diagrams.html

With 10 posts I'd say you've never been active around here. Best of luck on the resto.

7,000 miles. Outstanding. The fastest set of tires I ever wore down were Michelin Pilot Sports (245/40-17) on my 330Ci at 11,000. Some cars just eat tires. I was able to increase my mileage to 17,000 per set by driving a bit more conservatively and keeping the tire pressure up. My 2004 Silverado is kind to it's tires. I got 70k out of the first set and at 110,000 miles I have lots of life remaining on the second. Of course, acceleration and lateral g's are not in its play book.