Gary in NJ

+1 atf

My '72 was built the month of my 10th birthday. When the car turns 40 next year we will both celebrate milestone birthdays. I'd rather be the cars age. Enjoy your 2+2.

Another option would be to purchase a used manifold for $25-$50 and plug the airpump ports.

Agreed. First thing I would do with that car is replace that low-mileage original automatic transmission with a proper gear changer...Just Sayin!

260Z interior parts will work in a 280Z, but not in a 240Z. The L28 engine/trans (whether Z or ZX) will work in your 240Z and is a common modification.

If the car hasn't run in 15 years, why do you think that the engine and transmission have to be rebuilt? Was the car parked because the engine and transmission were not working or damaged? Before dumping big money into the car, get to know it and discover what it needs. Address those on a priority basis.

I believe that might be the source of the problem. They are VENTS and need to be vented to ambient conditions. Run them individually and see if it clears-up the issue.

Once or twice a week for a 10-15 mile drive. Once a month for something a bit more involved. But even with that amount of driving it only amounts to about 1,000 miles per year because I only have 8 months of driving weather. The odometer in my car reads 1,001 right now. I couldn't tell you if it's 101,001, 201,001 or 401,001.

That is usually a symptom of: 1) Weak battery (voltage may be good, but capacity is down) 2) Tired starter solenoid 3) Failing battery cables or poor ground 4) A combination thereof

I'd agree, sounds like the needle valve (float valve) is stuck. However, if both carbs have fuel coming from the float chamber vent that might be an indication of another problem because it would be unlucky to have both fail at the same time.

MSA has outstanding customer service. Given the quality and selection of products, I'd say they represent a very good value.

Do you still have enough bolt left for the easy-out? Can you post a photo? An Acetone and ATF 50:50 mix works VERY well to loosen stuck fasteners.

I have a Husky 1-1/2 ton that worked well for a few years but now needs replacement. I'll go better quality next time. If you need more lift on the jack, place a 2x4 between the jack and the lift point.

It's gonna have to come out. Have you tried soaking it in acetone/ATF overnight and then using heat?

Longer then my car list (I had 13 in my garage at one time), but I have nothing as exotic as the MV Agusta F4.

I was just posting this as general info. You shouldn't hide electrical problems [nods to Sarah] with bigger fuses.

I make my living in the avionics/aircraft electrical system business. This statement is our running joke. "I keep blowing fuses" "Then use a bigger fuse" If fuses are blowing, it indicates a problem elsewhere. A fuse that is "less prone" to blow is more prone to cause a fire.

I thought the fuel and exhaust smell were part of the ambiance. Now I have something else to fix Welcome to the club joakcal.

Here are mine in the order I owned them. If a date is next to it in parentheses, it was a used car and the date is the years owned. Not included are the 10 cars I have purchased for the wife or kids: '69 Camaro (1982-83) '71 240Z (1983-85) '76 Skyhawk (1985-1985) '86 CRX Si '88 Accord Coupe '89 Eclipse GSX '74 260Z (1991) '8? Audi 5000 (1991) '86 MR2 (1991-95) '95 Dodge Neon '98 Dodge Neon RT '04 Silverado (current) '06 BMW 330CSi '08 Audi A4 Quarto (current) '71 240Z (current) With the exception of the Silverado, they have all been manual transmissions. I will be replacing the A4 this summer. It is getting difficult to find AWD cars with manual transmissions. I'd love to own a G37x, but its only available with a 7-speed auto.

It really looks great. I too love the blue interior.

MSA's customer service is outstanding. I've never ordered from BD.

I finally started my winter maintenance. I got most of it done. Hopefully I'll get the car out today. It was last driven November 21st.

1972 Choke lever. I bet you could sell as many a 20 a year

I think I may have heard the noise. It seemed to be vacuum related. Check all of your vacuum lines to make sure they are properly seated.

Hey if people are going to look at Z's in NJ...I expect an invite