Colin240z

Here ya go. XXR 513 16x8 205/50/16 Fuzion Rubber...no rubbing as of yet...Tokico spring+shock set-up. Cheers, Colin

Hi Robert. First off, reach out to the guys at the NY Z Car Club. There are a few members on LI. http://www.nyzcc.com/forums If you can get your 240z up to Connecticut, many of us in the CT and NY Z car clubs go to Vinny Bedini in New Milford, CT. Send a Private message if you would like his contact info. Or head here: http://www.ctzcc.com/images/bedini.pdf Cheers, Colin

I am no expert on the subject...but I went through a charging challenge a year and half ago, where I was not getting anywhere close to 14.5V across the battery (~12.7V)...turned out it was a short in the harness. Once you have ~14.5V across the battery, your system should be charging properly....anything less and you have a drain in the system. It may be worth going to a mechanic/service station for a check on your charging system (could be alternator, voltage regulator, or a short?).

Umm...guys...unless I'm really thick-headed, that Chrissimmons post looks to me to be...ummmm...sarcasm...and if you read between the lines, and take a step back, you may think it's pretty darn funny. I do not know this poster, nor do I have any affiliation... BTW - I have met Rick - he's a great guy who I am proud to call a friend. Cheers, Colin

Back to number 13.... We (CTZCC) had the opportunity of meeting the owner last night...what a ball. The owner is truly a Z nut, who has not been online and aware of the current fanfare associated with these early cars. He really had some great stories about the acquisition of his 3 early Zs. He also brought a portion of his vintage Datsun gear (jacket/shirts/posters/pics) I'll leave the stories for someone else, more qualified, to tell. But I will say that hearing this gentleman speak really put the whole thing in perspective...when he said that the lowest VIN listed in his old (US) parts/service manuals started with 00013...so when he did purchase this car, he knew he had something special. In my humble opinion, I think this car is significant in that it is quite possibly the first 240Z available for public sale in the US...that's it...plain and simple. As for restoration? It's only (mostly) original once...I would say freshen the mechanicals a bit and leave the patina. Here's to less controversy n' hubbub. Cheers, Colin

Josh, My Dad was kind enough to offer these photos for viewing...he didn't have to...and could have kept them in the vault. We should be glad to have a glimpse of the event at all. (Not to mention my Dad's older SLR doesn't have video.) I understand your point, but no need for the "this angers me" phrase...this tone is inappropriate and uncalled for - when you do not know the situation and conditions of that particular day, nor the people involved. BTW - If you look closely, there was a video staff there...so maybe we'll see something eventually. Cheers, Colin

Hey Phillip. Unfortunately, I can't post any hi-res pics at this time, as I do not have clearance...maybe we'll see a story or two, and more pics, about that test day sometime soon. I'll post to this thread with any more info, as I get it. Cheers, Colin

So my Dad had the honor of being at a Lime Rock test day last week...to witness the legend...back in action. As some folks may have heard, Bob has acquired and tweaked a GTU tribute car, replete with the BSR paint scheme. Last week was a shakedown run, that turned into a Photo op. You will also see the BSR Sam Posey GTU car, now owned by Dr. Allan Robbins, which was on-hand. I'm sure we'll be getting more details and pictures from that day, as things develop, but here is a little teaser photo montage. Needless to say, I'm just a bit jealous of my Dad. Cheers, Colin

And speaking of Bob Sharp....(not to take anyone away from this thread)...our Z club in CT had a gathering at Lime Rock with him this past weekend...it was outstanding. In one of the galleries in the linked forum post, you'll see Bob showing a pic of his new GTU toy (= http://forums.ctzcc.com/viewtopic.php?t=3977&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60 http://picasaweb.google.com/phil280zxt/20090725CTZCCLimeRock#slideshow/5362577416020040162 Cheers, Colin

Hey guys. Sorry to resurrect an old thread...but I wanted to toss out a quick question: I recently picked up an MSA un-ducted spook - it looks great - I have not yet installed it. It arrived shiny black, which looks nice, but I would prefer a satin black. For those who have painted their MSA spooks, I would assume you sanded and primed first? If so, what grit and primer? And if anyone has gone with a satin black, what paint did you opt for? Thanks so much! Colin

The NextEngine Scanner is a nice portable solution. I found it couldn't capture the detail needed for a couple of projects I've done. I would suggest these guys if you're serious about scanning and need finer resolution or even IGES data of that scan: http://www.directdimensions.com/ I've had great success with them - their expertise in the field is great. For these types of parts, printing quickcast is the way to go - that is, if you intend to go down the road of investment casting. Or make rubber molds from straight-up 3D printed parts (preferably Objet or SLA). BTW - if anyone has any SolidWorks needs, feel free to PM me. It's what I do for a living (legally own a license, Design Consultant, Certified SolidWorks Professional, teach SolidWorks at a couple of local design colleges, yada yada). Cheers, Colin

Here are a couple more snaps from my Dad's vault, he just sent me these In his words: Some More from the archives....in the early morning mist (@ Lime Rock)... Bob backs 'er down the planks, no fancy tail gate lifts! Here's to more pics (and less controversy) Cheers, Colin

Great thread... Attached is a shot my Dad took back in the day...Bob Sharp GTU 260Z/280Z The scene is the Lime Rock paddock...replete with 'period' haircuts and mustaches Cheers, Colin

http://bringatrailer.com/2008/08/26/vintage-rally-spec-rhd-1973-datsun-240z/ whoa.... (apologies if this car has been posted before.)

Try http://www.zccne.org/ - their website looks inactive, but their forums seem to be active And http://www.ctzcc.com/

Hi guys. First off - a preliminary thank you for any help. I have done some pretty extensive searches on 240z charging issues, but after some testing, checking, and connection clean-up, am still having an issue. I do have a multi-meter, but I'm a bit electrically challenged :paranoid: Here's the scoop: 1. Voltage across battery at running idle is ~12.7V - not enough, which tells me something is up with the charging system 2. I'm not quite sure how to read the voltage the alternator is putting out with my multimeter, but with the neg of the multimeter grounded to the block, and the pos side hooked to the nut on the alternator - it read between 20 - 22...jumping around. Is this too much? I did have the alternator tested at Autozone - they said it passed. 3. I tried 2 voltage regulators (mechanical and solid state) with no luck. Again, not sure where to check/verify voltage. I attached an image - what is the wire on the side of the VR - is this a ground? It is routed into the harness Some notes/questions: - In various searches I have seen that the alternator or battery may be suspect. I am fairly confident the battery and alternator are good, as I've checked a couple, all with the same result - The voltage regulator's 6 prong connector has 6 wires, whereas the six prong connector coming from my harness only has 5 wires. Is this right? - I cleaned connections - no luck - Is each component (Alt, VR) grounded? I would assume the ground is routed into the harness? As a test/verification, is it possible to disconnect these grounds, and run grounds to the block? Thanks so much for any help. I am at wit's end and may have to give it up to a professional. I will be bringing the Z in to a Firestone place to have an AVR check done within the next couple days. I would like to learn a little bit though in the meantime. I am eventually planning on doing the 280zx alternator upgrade, but I do want to sort out the stock set-up first. Many Humble Thanks, Colin

Hi guys. If you check out http://www.18racing.com/wheel_rb.html you'll see a whole mess of new sizes for the Rota RB. I would assume 16x7 w/ +4 offset should work on my 240Z? And what's recommended tire size for 16x7, 205-50-16? Also, they come in 17x7.5 - has anyone seen or fit these on an early Z? I don't know if I want to go this big, but it sounds intriguing. Thanks so much, Colin

Sounds great! I live in NYC and would love to bring my '70 240Z down from Bethel, CT. Also - Can anyone recommend someone in Southwestern CT who can do electrical work on my Z? I have wiring gremlins I'd like to have worked on before the driving season...which I don't have the aptitude for (= Please send a PM with any recommendations. Thanks so much and look forward to the 19th, Colin

Hi there. I am looking to have someone do electrical work on my '70 240z. The car is lcated in Bethel, CT. Any leads on folks in the area, who might be of help, would be greatly appreciated. I would love to have the harness taken care of...I'm not one to work on electrical issues :stupid: BTW - Vinnie Bedini has worked on my car (and I can't say enough about him...he rocks). Although, he suggested I seek additional help on the electrical issues. Thanks! Colin

Mark- Glad to hear you've found a buyer. If that car was in the Northeast, I would've picked it up the day you posted :classic: Cheers, Colin