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A couple of questions. I have a RHD 240Z with a transplanted L28 (From 79 I think) it is mated to a 5 speed gearbox. I want to know if there is any way I can find out whether the gearbox came from the same 280ZX as the engine. The reason for this is I need to replace my speedo cable and am unsure if they were the same from 240 to 280ZX. ie, do I need to buy a 280ZX cable or will a 240Z one work? Thanks in advance.

Here is a pic of the coil. The two wires I am talking about are the solid black wire and the black wire with a white stripe. Do not worry about the yellow wire, that is a ground wire which is how the kill switch is wired at the moment. What I am talking about is removing the ground wire and just putting a switch in either one or both of the black wires. Any suggestion for and/or against this. If I was only to cut one, which one?

Yes, it is for an aftermarket gauge. In other threads, these guys think that locating the sender in the pan is worthless. So, is there a place in the block to locate it? If not, and I have to put it in the pan, can I just tap the pan, or do I need to weld in a bung?

I want to wire in a Kill Switch to my Ignition. There are two wires going into my Coil, can I run a switch to both of them (keeping the circuits separate) or should I ground the coil? Also, what gauge wire should I be using> Thanks in advance. ViparZ

I have an Oil Temp guage to install on my 240Z. I have read on this forum that locating it in the Oil Pan is irrelevant, and that locating in the block gives you the working temperature reading. Exactly where in the block should I locate the sender, is their a pre-drilled and tapped hole I can just plug it into? Thanks in advance. ViparZ

I feel for your loss. I do not believe you should sell the Z, once the pain subsides you will realise that no plaque or gravestone will ever bring back the good memories like your Z will. Your continuation with something the both of you shared will help him remain with you for a long time. Respect Kendall

I decided that the above advice "all of them", was the best answer I was going to get. So I went ahead and ordered the haynes manual, and the Nissan OHC books, and the "How to restore your 240Z". I now have 5 books and one video specifically on the technicalities of the Z Car. I should never make a mistake again.....right guys:stupid:

Hehe, that sounds like a good idea, but then which one do I believe :classic:

Definitely let us know how your car goes in your hot summers.......Time and temperature will tell if this relatively simple transplant will reap many cool rewards.

Even If we are talking strictly about the engine? Is FSM a brand?

Just a quick question. I have just ordered both these books: How to Rebuild you Nissan OHC How to Modify your Nissan OHC I have a workshop manual (not a Haynes or Chiltons). What I was wondering is if it was worth it getting a Haynes manual to support these books or do they stand up by themselves? (No jokes on the books structural integrity please ) The Haynes manual seems to be held in high regard here, as do the OHC books. If I was to get a Haynes, would it be better to get a 280ZX one or a 240Z one. I have a 240Z with L28 and SU carbs. Thanks in advance

When I removed my Cam Towers from my old head there were guides that half sat in the head and half in the towers, ensuring that it all lined up straight. Is this their actual purpose, I noticed that a couple of them were missing? If I installed my head without all of them, would I be doing my Z a great injustice? If so, where do I get them from. Thanks in advance

Does anyone have a photo of a front main seal that they could post. I am unable to access the car right now and am trying to buy up all the parts I will need. A photo would help to avoid me buying the wrong part. Thanks

having never been inside a timing cover before I am a little confused as to what exactly a front main seal does.........as in where does it fit etc. Once again thanks for your help.

So I spent a day trying to jigg the tensioner back into place and thought I got close......but no cigar. So the timing cover is coming off........I needed an oil change anyway. Thanks for your help guys. Your knowledge is invaluable.