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Yep, that's the one, I've been searching for the Japanese website where I read about its history. Still can't find it. Chris

If Alan(HS30-H) is watching, I'm sure he knows. Maybe Ben(V12horse). I've seen the car but I cant remember what website that talked about its history. Chris

Hey Will, having a brain cramp here, what's a L28WET? Chris

No, that would be cool though. I'm just ready for spring. Me and the Z are itching to put some fuel through them carbs again!! Chris

Great stuff Dave. Like the in-car footage on the track. Makes me ready to go to my local track. Gotta get a video camera first! http://www.midamericamotorplex.com/code/track_main.asp Chris

Okay, enough of this geezer stuff. If you're driving a Z then you're a long way from the 79 year old with the bad eye sight in the 81 Sedan Deville at the local Mega-Lo Mart smacking his bumpers off everything in sight. And then driving away completely unaware that he just caved in the rear fender on a Subaru.... Sorry...had a moment there. :classic: Chris

You got that right!! But hey admit it, you really like the "is it coming or going" 300C, Magnum, and new Charger dont you.....admit it!! Just kidding you Camouflage!! I have a Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4x4 with a 345 horse Hemi...17MPG on highway...but its a work truck. :nervous: I promise you Victor that it wont EVER be seen in a parking lot. Chris

Beautiful Nate, she looks like my Franklin Mint model. Outstanding find! Much envy, Chris

Good one. I'll be 38 this year. Had a 71 for autocross, had a 72 daily (rusty) driver, have a 73 with many mods but stock looking except for tires/rims. Chris

Hey Tom, you're right on the money! Here's a link, looks pretty cool. Looks like you could cut the yokes off the stock shafts and add these cool chromed pieces. http://www.flaming-river.com/joint1.htm Chris

I think he means the universal joint in the steering shaft from firewall to steering rack. Not ball joints. And to RobertH, I'm not sure of your solution. I have had some success with ujoints at a local place that does driveline service and works on agricultural driveshafts. Good luck. Chris

Thanks Mike, I'll probably just polish her up like you did. Chris

Hi nuteman, what year is your car? I have a complete headlight switch assembly out of a 71 if your interested. Chris

Hi Mike, so you eventually got an aftermarket one into the car? Was it the same maker? My 73's has some small pits and is not that bad but I got a quote anyway from a local installer for $110. And I think it was PPG also. Curious, Chris

Jesus, Mary and Joseph! Chris

Congratulations Fred, My 14 month old sends his best wishes also. He said "googy ba da eee", which means "change my diaper already"!! Kindest regards, Chris

The wipers havent worked verywell since i got it. Hey Bill, don't blame me. I guarantee you they worked fine the day I GAVE you the car. You have spare motors on your other Z's right? Just plug one into the brown Z's harness and see what happens. The only problem I EVER had with them was they wouldnt park themselves at the bottom sometimes. Z-ya, Chris

Happy New Year to you all from me too. Please be safe and start 2005 off in a good way! You're all invited to my house for grilled salmon and cold drinks. Then some bubbly to bring in the New Year. Peace, Chris

I got a rock......no wait that was Halloween......no wait that was Charlie Brown. :classic: I, like Carl, got some cash!!!!! Chris

Yep, my Xterra was built in the states. And I agree with you about the 400R. Wicked!! My father-in law (retired railroader) used to be really into the "Buy American" thing till I asked him where his TV, VCR, DVD player and computer were made. He doesnt smart off to me to much any more about all my Datsun/Nissans. It's even more ironic now that he has a Toyota pickup. Oh well, Chris

Exactly!! Mr. Ghosn is also to become the CEO of Renault soon so I'm guessing he'll put a Volvo next to the Porsche!! :stupid: We have a Goodyear Belt and Hose plant here and you'd be hard pressed to find an employee's car that DOESNT have Goodyear tires on it. The "Buy American" thing isnt as prevalent with their choice of car of truck I've noticed lately. FWIW, Chris

Ditto! Original pistons have no marks on top. Chris

Tomo, Ford was on the list as was Bob Lutz from GM. There were selected people from almost every make. The ones I listed were the ones that I thought were interesting and the numbers assigned were as listed in the article. Others may make their own conclusions about the "rankings". Alfa, I believe the list was compiled by the staff at Motor Trend based on their opinion of who most affected the auto industry. With Carlos being #1, I have to agree with their assessment of Mr. Ghosn. An interesting bit of side info, they asked him "what was in his garage", he replies "Porsche 911". If I were the CEO of Nissan, I'd have a bad arse Skyline GTR waiting in my garage. FWIW, Chris

Hi all, Motor Trend magazine's February 2005 issue has an article about the "50 people who decide what you drive and when you'll be driving it". There are some very notable people in the list. Here are some that jumped out at me right away. #1 Carlos Ghosn Nissan CEO #12 Michael Schumacher F1 World Champion #17 Kazunori Yamauchi Gran Turismo Creator #30 Shiro Nakamura Nissan Senior VP and Design Director #50 Dale Earnhardt Jr. The Intimidator's Son The list is a who's who in the automotive world. Most I agree with, some I don't. Its a good read none the less if you get your hands on a copy. William Clay Ford Jr. is quoted as saying "America has fallen out of love with the car", I thought that was hilarious. Chris