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Im assuming that I know which circuit is problematic -the one with the blowing fuse (or am I wrong to assume this?) I will match colors tonight... I tried to do this as much as possible but with a color vision deficit and a 40 year old car with dirty/faded wire colors, things are not as easy as stated.

I am in the process of putting my dashboard back into the car (1973 240z), I didnt label the connections (bad mistake, I know) Everything seems to work, except my dash lights. My current issue is that I keep blowing the parking light fuse (third one down from the right, MSA fuse box) when I turn the dimmer switch. Any suggestions on how I should approach my issue?

thanks, I must have missed that. they're pretty popular on the other forums, not too many bad reviews. ill let you know how it goes, I just ordered one.

Anyone here use a fumoto drain valve? Does anyone have the part number? I tried looking at their website, the 240z wasnt on their selection menu.. Daniel

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thanks for the answers, I will be trying them all this weekend. :-)

your questions can't be dumber than mine, haha. Do you know of a write-up explaining how this adjustment is done? I am still waiting for my books on the topic.

Ok, a bit of history. Got the car about a year ago, from a real shady dude who fancies himself a Z enthusiast. The dude claimed that this car was rust free and that all it needed was a new battery, it was parked on the street so I assumed he drove it there. Lo and behold, like 99% of all 240Z's, it was a rust bucket. Once I started to remove the carpet and panels, all i found was rust. So much so that my friends said my car was from the Flintstones and that it was foot powered (the floor pans were basically non existent and was held together by the seat and sound proofing material and the fact that it did not run) The engine and 5 speed tranny he claimed, was from a 1975 280z. When I put a new battery in, I discovered that nothing on the car worked; lights, doors, brakes, suspension, exhaust was non existent, locks, windows, gauges, starter switch... he claimed that the fuel system had been flushed and re-lined, the carbs synced at a So-Cal area Z specialist and had receipts to prove it dating about 4 months from where I bought it -but when I drained the gas, it was brown and my mechanic said I was duped. About 5 grand later- my windows work, suspension was replaced, brakes were replaced (brake cylinders, drums, master cylinder, pads, rotors), new floor pans were placed in, and a whole bunch of parts just waiting for install. I lost a lot of money and starting to lose my heart, the only thing that keeps me going is the fact that I lost a lot of money, the insanely friendly support from people like you guys (Im also on the Tacoma forums, those guys flame you for asking any questions) , and the occasional "can i buy your car?", "that **** is hottt" and "wow, what kind of car is that?". I put it away for a few months, and bought a house. Now that I have a garage, I bought a few books and am starting work, one bolt at a time. It is not a daily driver, its parked under a car cover. It starts but is not drivable. PO said it was parked because his battery was out and that he had too many Z's. Im thinking the condensation from the cam lobes are from a blown head gasket... but then again, I am only pretending to know what I am doing. *Anyone have instructions on how to adjust valve lash? **I put in water in the radiator with the intent of flushing it out once I reach operating temperature -should I drain it out before it starts messing other stuff up? Im scared to run it, because of the ticking under the valve cover. ***Does anyone know what size freeze plug is used directly beside that hole I just put a pipe in? ****Any So-cal locals want to occasionally drop in on me, take me under their wing and help me make sure this Z doesn't end up in the junk yard? I'm not asking for free labor, I'm asking for free advice, hehe

no coolant, sorry i let you guys down. its filled now :-) in other news, I have found a pipe that goes into that hole, my buddy Scott (dude with the most awesome 240z you ever did see) says he put a k&n filter on his and will send me a picture. Sweeet. So i fired her up today and there was a ticking sound that seemed to originate from the valve cover... I opened it up and this is what I saw, the cams were rusted up. <img src="http://s15.postimg.org/8omqnkcaz/20130714_195543.jpg"</img> <img src="http://s10.postimg.org/m9h3gmvdx/20130714_194030.jpg"</img> I cleaned it with steel wool and looks kinda acceptable now, ticking sound is not noticeable anymore. I recently bought a house, so my funds are extremely low right now but i would like to know what I can get away with but on the same hand not have to redo something later down the road. I would like to state (but as everyone can see, im a noob) that if theres any clear cut indication that I need to replace a head gasket/machine a cylinder head, rust on the cams would be it. anyone care to object and propose a less costly solution?

it was meant to be green, haha. Anyways, I found a pipe that goes into that hole at the junkyard. I am planning to secure it with shellac (the same kind to secure freeze plugs) and route a tube to the dual air cleaners that I have. Anyone object? Daniel btw - I just discovered why the radiator wasn't getting warm... you guys are going to kill me if I tell you. :-( It is fixed now. I will charge my battery tonight and fire her up long enough to try to burn off said condensation. As always, thanks for the excellent advice.

So what should I do with this? Obviously get the pipe that goes into it but where should the tube when I don't have the stock cleaner?

it moves forwards and backwards, if that is your question, hehe. but no, i would not drive it any more than 4 feet. here is a better picture, I could not find anywhere to put a hose to... What should I do? If its just a vent that connects a hose to the stock air filter, can I just put a freeze plug cap on it? Daniel <a href="http://www.freewebproxy.com/"><img src="http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/swnow.jpg" alt="Free Web Proxy"></a>

thanks for the replies guys. I will take better pictures this weekend and hope you guys can help me out. yes, it is a carbeurated l28. I would like to idle it more, but the engine gets really hot but the radiator does not, maybe its clogged somewhere? Is this indicative of a needed headgasket replacement?

73 240z, 75 l28. Hasn't been run in at least 2 years. Sli don't think my oil/water mixture is a condensation problem, I ran the car for about 10 mins ( no driving, just idle) and the block and head was hot enough to bead water, my radiator was cool to touch. Your two cents is appreciated.

Working on my ride, this hole (first picture) started leaking white milky fluid. 1. What is this hole for? 2. The White milky fluid was oily, so I assume I would have to change the head gasket. Is there any relation to the milky fluid and the missing pipe that goes into the hole in the first picture? The previous person mickey-moused the car. I am learning so please dont set a noob on fire, I would like assistance. Daniel

For those with Fender Flares... What size wheels/tires did you go with? Pictures would be appreciated, I hope I dont get flamed but I tried searching and didnt come up with any.

wow, thanks for the great support. Im also on the Toyota Tacoma forums and man, I doubt if I can get as much people to send me pictures of thier front bumper brackets. Thanks again, I will follow advice and just keep looking. Datsun swap meet in Eagle Rock is in a couple of weeks.

I am looking for front bumper brackets for my 240z, I have been unsuccessful finding one locally. would someone please take a picture of how the front bumper is mounted on the car so I can just fab one myself? Por Favor?

do you mind if we swap digits? I would like to know more about this swap. Which model subaru was it and for what year? I wonder why a 280zx is not the preferred rack... why use a subaru when a 280zx rack seems logical.

Hello, I am new to this site, and yes, Ive searched, but I havent found the answer I was looking for. Has anyone installed an a/c from a 1975 to their 240z? Direct fit, wiring trouble etc? Also, would a rack and pinion and power steering pump from a 280zx fit the 1973 240z, I have the L28 engine.. will I be able to mount the PS pump on the l28?