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Did you ever find a vapor line check valve? I just ran across one in my stash. PM me if interested.

A newer option is this link from Hagerty as to another LED. . https://vintagecarleds.com I haven't investigated very deep yet but I know they make a 7", although they don't list Datsun or Nissan in their search. They say they have a 99% fitment and I think phone call will answer more detail.

A much needed cut and buff action. Getting ready for the first car show of the year.

Whaat? You don't have enough to do?

What he said.... head off any future electrical problems and it will get you more familiar with your car.

I've been on my car for 5 years now and I still remember/find little things to correct, sometimes 2 or three times but the benefit is that by the third time I'm pretty good at it ?.

Captain O kind of explains that check valve in post #11 here.

Yes the series 1 240's are more desirable for plenty of reasons and always will be. Yes they made more 280's, but if you ask me they rusted or got trashed just the same as a 240's so one could argue about which is harder to get. When I was looking to scratch my Z itch, I actually preferred a 280 over the 240 just for the refinements and dependability (I've owned a 240 long ago). Since I got mine 5 years ago, I've seen prices go up at least double on average for restorable 280's. Throw in "restored" cars and the prices have climbed higher. I see asking prices of 8-30K for 280's on a regular basis. I'll add that prices can swing pretty wide from west coast to east coast with the higher prices being in the east so also toss in the regional factor. I've ruminated on value for a while, and wether you've brought back a 240 or 280 from the brink, I think one would be lucky to break even cost wise but the enjoyment factor is priceless, any yes, I know it's a disease. My wife occasionally asks how much more to finish the Z and I always tell her it's a never ending story but it's worth a lot more than what I paid for it ?.

For some folks it's more about the show, not the go.....I think this is one of those.

Well, this isn't Hybrid Z but welcome anyway! I don't think you will find a more knowledgeable and friendly group of people any where. This site (Classic Z Cars) is a treasure trove of essential info on rebuilding or maintaining your Z. We love pictures. Sometimes they tell us more than words do, so start by posting pics of your new pride and joy!

Is the Glass held on with adhesive? Would a heat gun and a mild solvent like zippo lighter fluid release the mirror enough to pry it out? Just thinking out loud.

That doesn't sound too far off from a lot of the members cars when they started their projects, mine included.

Thanks for taking that "bad toupee " off the dash. The repair is much, much better.

That's a good donor car for sure. I'm amazed at the parts I was able to pull off this one (all in boxes now) . It's saved me a ton of money and anguish.

You'll need some engine pics also but I agree, looks to be a very nice 78'. If I was looking, I'd be all over this one. Good Luck!

There is a check valve between the vac reservoir bottle and the S1(maybe) vac line that goes through the firewall. The hose connection on the inside of that check valve has a different OD than the other hoses and sometimes if it is not fitted properly it can cause that very problem.

Hmmmm, Given my lack of experience with 260's I've always assumed the plastic impellers were a 280 thing. Could if have happened when the metal Engine Fan was replaced with the white plastic one?

Yeah, the Prius is a giveaway for sure but nowdays there is a photofilter for every thing with the touch of a button. It's interesting that someone applied it to these for some reason because pictures don't come out of a camera (or phone) this way without a conscious effort. At any rate, forget the eye doc. Roll another one! Is what we used to say.....

I don't recall any other substitute for the blower, but mine still works like a champ. Also be sure to replace the foam seals on the heater box mode door and where the air duct connects to the center dash vents. That will increase air flow dramatically.