Gary in NJ

At $3.50 per gallon, assuming that you get 25mpg, a 1% improvement it would take 7,000 miles of driving to recoup the $70 "investment". However, I would guess that the improvement would be closer to 0.1%. At that rate, it would take 70,000 miles of driving to break even. A more valid justification for the purchase is this; if you like the way they look, you should purchase them.

Happy New Year. This is the year my 240 turns 40. I wish I could say the same

Please don't take the conversation to PM. As a Colortune user myself I'm interested in seeing your results and discussing use techniques.

An outstanding survivor. I love the color of the car and the interior is just pristine. I would be torn on the auto-to-manual conversion as well, however there is nothing the in the vehicle ID to indicate how it came from the factory. In the end you have to enjoy the car. If a manual transmission is your hearts desire, I'd make the change and keep the parts in the event you felt that it should be returned to its configuration.

Yeah, Adam got it right. The other thing I noticed; this was not the happy go lucky Adam we are used to hearing - even during his typical rants. No, this time he was serious and quite frankly, pissed off. While I think many in our country think along the same lines, I fear we have lost this battle to the overpowering and loud minority. I'm sad for the country we are handing over to our children.

On a green car; gold rim, silver spokes & black or gold hub. Looked great on my YZ250F. Here's an example;

That's an unusual set-up. I've seen a single Holly replace the dual side-drafts, but not two.

You're allowed one typo per 1,000 words. Mine is approaching...

Do your carb's have the ports for coolant? These ports were added (in '72 and higher Hitachi's) to aid with warm-up and cold drivability. If you have the ports but aren't using them, consider putting them into service.

I am not in the demographic for the Toyota/Sion/Subaru FT-86/FR-S/BRZ. However, I must have this car. To me, it's about as close to the original 240Z as we'll ever get in this age where cars are computer controlled. In fact, the designers when out of their way to keep computers away from the suspension of this car (as far away as federal regulators would allow). Of all of the cars I've owned over the years, it was the light-weight cars with awesome engines (not necessarily high horsepower engines but high output engines) that I loved the most; original 240Z, original CRX-Si, original MR2 and original Neon RT. So now comes along the Toyotabru; proper sports coupe styling, 2,600-ish pounds and 200 more then adequate horsepower. I see a 50 year-old man standing in line with 20-year old "kids" ordering a FR-S. Does anyone here think this car has a certain Z-ness?

I looks like the mechanical fuel pump has been removed (block-off) and an electric pump has been installed. The regulator is there to keep the fuel pressure...regulated.

How about a 240Z bumper without override bars and guards. It would bolt right up too.

The early Z's did not come from the factory with any kind of undercoating.

The best place to tow a 240Z is to my house I might suggest using a U-Haul tow dolly. I've used them before and they are very kind to the vehicle.

I got mine on eBay.

I agree with Bob.

That's a fine looking G-nose you have there.

I'll add one more thing. Most "starter" kits include 12-point sockets and wrenches. 12-point sockets and box ends ought to be outlawed. OK, maybe that's a little strong...but they have no place in loosening or tightening a nut or bolt and should only be used when things just need to be turned.

Since July I've used my IR 231 Impact to replace the hub bearings on my Silverado, replace brakes on my Audi, rotate tires and even to drive some lag bolts on my deck. I love this tool. Yes, by all means use that impact driver.

Good tools last a life time. Cheap tools will only wizz you off. I have never been let down by Craftsmen sockets & wrenches. I swear by Taylor Pneumatic tools. I think my IR 231 Impact Driver is the most useful tool I own. You can never own enough screw drivers. Own a 1/4, 3/8 & 1/2 torque wrench, this way you can always have confidence in your handiwork. Harbor Freight is great for all of the little do-dads.

I need to bend new brake lines on my '72. I can see surface rust on the lines that travel along the frame in the engine compartment. I'm hoping that the brake-line fairy just leaves new lines in my garage. I've been putting off a brake refurbishment for too long because I know it will just lead to other larger jobs. Maybe this winter. Maybe.

I run the choke for about 30 seconds. Like the others have said, your T-Stat is the problem.

How many people are using GPS speedo's in their S30's? My guess is 1; Mr. mlobster.

It took 11 years and over 1,000 posts to introduce yourself? Talk about shy.

If you want to own a Z, you're gonna have to become an expert on SU's. The good news is that the carbs are about as simple as they come. You will NEED a few tools to make the carbs work properly. A Unisyn carb sync can be found for ~$35. If you don't have a tech/dwell meter you'll need to get one. Read up on the operation, care and feeding on the SU's. Better yet, get the SU DVD from Z-Therapy. Chances are you are going to have to disassemble some of the pieces of the carbs to clean lube and adjust them.