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where in Seattle are you? Maybe we can figure it out together? Maybe. I wish the author would comment on the wire colors on the Datsun side. dotted lines don't tell me much, and I'd rather know for sure, rather than trial and ERROR!! Followed by smoke signals. Dave

One of your Last Chances folks!! I don't think I'll be doing this again. Got way too much stuff on my platter and this has been very time consuming. And being as how time is money, and I didn't really make on this, it's time to move on to bigger and better things. I hope. So....... Only 5 Left, When they're gone, they're gone.

I'm kinda confused. and that ain't easy when it comes to this stuff. The above diagram makes no real sense (1st cup of coffee) What are the dotted lines on the datsun side? Are they the same color wire as the Honda side? It looks like the Honda's Blue/white is the relays activation wire... doesn't the Datsun control that relay? I guess I'll have to see it in an actual drawing and working unit to truly understand it. By the way Grantf, if it works on the 77' it should work on the 78'. Supposedly Dave

Awesome, you'll fit in just great around here !!!!!!

Nope, didn't make much but that wasn't the point of the whole deal. I just wanted to give everyone on here an option to the other guy who's always fishing or MIA. Plus he told me to only do it if it would be better than his. I think I succeeded. You're quite welcome Herb. Dave

It looks ok but if your suspension is tight, then I would go with a larger wheel and taller tire. I have 16x7 wheels and 225/50ZR16's on my 240Z. As you can see, they fill the wheel wells just fine. The car has been lowered only about 1.5 inches and never rubs due to the KYB's and Eibach springs. Dave

Arne, Thanks. I was kinda picky about the final product but kinda settled also to get them moving. Thanksgiving had a play in it as well. Glad you're happy with it. TZ, If your name is on the list (this goes for everyone) You have my word that it is yours. If anyone should change their mind, please let me know so that I can offer yours to someone else. nahurry, good to hear. Let us know how it goes. Movin on down the list. Got orders for Scotts Pearl and Z Car 77 and got both of them in the mail today, as well as orders for JonnyRock and 2 more R/T's for Diseazd. I also had to move the list to post 180 because I was no longer able to **EDIT** post 114. Dave

I personally went to the store and bought one of those 1/2" thick foam soda can insolators. You can pick them up at your local craft store like I did. Anyways, it's a soft yet thick foam (Neoprene I think) so I just made a slice down one side and cut the bottom off. Cut the peices to fit and glue them on. It'll last WAY longer than the desintegrating foam that WAS on there. I attached a picture that you can kinda see what I'm talking about. You'll never see them again so color doesn't matter.

Oh sure, get technical on me. I did that earlier before the second cup of coffe. And besides, you should know by now that I always do things the hard way. Dave

I'll use this post to post updated info on orders (requests, payments sent and payments received) I want 1.......... (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** vercingetorix.... (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Motorman7...... (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Diseazd........... (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** SteveE........... (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** 260ZCaliCar......(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Duffman...........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** RT Hunter.........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** GreenZZZ.........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Zup.................(2) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** SSuspect.........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** MEZZZ.............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** pbarcher..........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Marty Rogan.....(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Pop's Z............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Oiluj................(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Gully Foyle........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** =Enigma= ........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Zedyone_kenobi (1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Z_Tyler_Z.........(1) - Order and Payment Received Holding for pick-up ZKars...............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** conedodger......(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** bajcsi..............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** ol'red70...........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** 70 Cam Guy......(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Nigel1943.........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Phred..............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** ARNE...............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** nahurry............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Kenz240z..........(2) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Mike B..............(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Diseazd............(2) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** JohnnyRock.......(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** scotts pearl......(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Z Car 77..........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** Terrapin Z........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** 12/2/09 Bonzi Lon..........(1) - Order and Payment Received **ORDER SENT** ConchZ........... (1) - MS Tarmac............(1) - MS bpilati..............(1) - MS? Powerglide........(1) - MS? 240Adam..........(1) - Holding for Pick-up .....This makes 45 Spoken for,.....only 5 left........... kawi585...........(1) - MS I'm no longer able to *EDIT* post #65 or #114, so I've moved it here, further down the line. Dave

Speaking of tranny leaks, Does any one know where to get the seal for the tail shaft for my 4-speed in the 260Z. And I also need one for the 79' 280ZX 5-speed tail shaft. Anyone? Dave

See what you get for moving stuff around? Just kidding. Anyways, They're supposed to be snug so expect to help it up there a little. Realigning your diff will throw the other alignments off a little but as you found out, the Mild steel is somewhat easy to work with. You posted the before pics so lets see the afters as well. I just figured out why you had to remove the clamp, cause the indent is on the other side after flipping it. works either way though, just needed a little rework on your part. Glad to hear you're happy with it. And remember that you can always convert to the stock mount and use a bump stop to get your diff angle back up where you want it. Thanks rich, Dave

**Disconnect the battery before you do any of this** 1) detach all hoses, wires, linkage and cables from the motor, that are attached to the car. 2) Pull the radiator to eliminate any chance of hurting it during the pull. 3) Drain the Oil from the pan and the Tranny. 4) Unbolt the driveline and remove it after the gear oil is out of the tranny. ALSO, Remove the Speedo cable, reverse switch wires and Neutral safety switch on the tranny. 5) Attach a chain to the Engine pull brackets near the oil pump and exhaust bolt near the firewall, on the head. 6) Attach a decent Cherry Picker/ engine hoist to the chain but put a towl or 2 between the valve cover and the chain to keep it from scuffing or being damaged. 7) loosen and remove the nuts and washers holding the motor mounts to the crossmember. It won't go anywhere so you're safe. 8) Loosen but don't remove the bolts that hold the tranny's crossmember in place. 9) slowly start to lift the motor to take the weight off the car, when the motor mounts start to lift away from the crossmember, remove the bolts holding the tranny's crossmember to the body. Slowly lower it by hand to it doesn't hit the floor. **Make sure the speedo cable is removed from the clamps on the bell housing befre you procede** Now slowly lift the motor up far enough to clear the fenders, radiator support wall and the car in general. That should do it. Just pay attension as you raise it to make sure everything is disconnected and won't snag as you remove it. You can also remove the tranny before doing this to make it a little easier if you're doing it by yourself. Be careful and have fun, Dave

Just remember to spray it down with Brake cleaner, then uses the marine clean, then the Metal ready, let it dry (blow it off or paper towel it then blow off any lint) Then POR15 it. Leave it hanging for about 24 hours before removing it from the hanger. I used one of the bolt holes that bolt it to the car. That way the hanger doesn't leave a mark that you'll see after bolting it in. Have fun and take pics. Dave

I think that's an A/C relay. I might even have one laying around. I'll check and get back to ya. **OK** found it. But it looks like you'll have to unsolder the wires on your relay to install the rubber boot. I'll give you the whole thing for $6.00 Shipping. PM me if you're interested. Dave

So I apparently "Helped" get you your goodies for the week? In more than 1 way? Glad to help, Dave

Finally sucked ya in, huh? I already put you on the list on Page 12. Thanks Lonny, Dave

I figured I'd spare you those papers. You probably got some adds though. feel like shopping? You're right though, if you're lingering, thinking about it, you may wanna speed up your thought process. ONLY 6 LEFT. Cal me the Motivator, you're welcome guys. Merry Christmas. Dave

That's hilarious So what looks good? the Mount or the pictures in the Alternative page? hahaha Glad to hear all went well. Take any pictures? Did you decide on the GM mount or the bump stop? Dave

**Update** I shipped orders for Mike B, nahurry, Arne and Kenz240z today. I also got 2 more orders in from Diseazd and JonnyRock. They will be mailed on Monday. Thanks again Guys, Dave

If you were to do it, even with help, you're probably looking at a 6 to 12 month process. Compiling info, pictures, rewriting info in your own words instead of copywrite infringement or "Verbatim" text, etc, etc would take some time. Me and Leah, my Wife, have actually discussed this very subject. Considering how much time I spend writing answers, responses and questions here at CZCC, we both figured that my time should be worth something. If we were to write a simple book, with model info, upgrades per model, years and part numbers of other cars that have parts to work with the 240Z or other S30's, it would take a considerable amount of time. Getting permission from every contributor, recognizing all who have added the needed info and what have you would also be very time consuming. But if you got time, by all means, have at it. Dave

Great to hear Adam. I shipped 21 boxes on Wednesday, so we should be hearing about a few more by the end of the day. I'm heading to the Post office real soon to go ship these 4 more orders that came last night. Dave

**UPDATE** Arne, Mike B, nahurry and Kenz240z, Your orders came in tonight and will go out first thing tomorrow (Sat) Morning. ZKarz, Ol'RedZ, Nigel and PHRED, Your orders were Shipped today. Thanks guys, Working on the last box of R/T's from the Metal Shop. Almost out at 6 left. Dave

Also, by holding that piston up with the "Test Pin", you're over choking the engine. You're cutting your fuel to air ratio. WAY too much air and not enough fuel. Choke the hell out of it using the choke. And leave the piston alone. That's obviously Not helping. Dave