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Have you checked with DBA (Disc Brakes Australia) ?

I've uploaded (to members galleries) an old ad you might like. AMCO ad for accessories for the Datsun roadster. Jim.

G'day Jason, Remember ...this was written in 1971(?) ..the car was quite new anyway. I can clearly remember the era in Australia, and from the magazines I've seen, much the same in the 'States. A set of American Racing or Ansens wrapped in Polyglas or Redstripes was THE look to give your musclecar the edge in second look stakes. Here's a coupla ads from the early seventies for tyres and wheels. Jim.

Hmmm.. Have to check with Datto Zed. He was kind enough to host it. PM me an email address and I can get it to you that way if you like? Jim

I've bought from this mob. Not bad. 240k 4door Jim.

I was unaware of the A680X Chris, but apparently this issue (dec.1995) of Nostalgia hero has some info on it. Anybody seen it? got it to share?

Hey thanks Chris, I was looking at how we ended up with talk of how a hotrodded chevy small block out of Southern California fits in with the Z car story....hey! there it is!! wasn't Datsun California part of the skunkworks that dragged the 240Z into the world :stupid: don't pay too much attention to me at the moment....trying to get over nightshift :sleep: Jiiimm...zzzz

Can't help you with the K - Z compatability Tom, but as far as good pads go, I see a lot of people at Targas and the like running Bendix Ultimates. I have them on the C10. Bit more choice for you, but I don't know how they compare. Jim.

I dunno Rick...the fact the pedal is able to be pushed to the floor when the booster is effectivly "in circuit", but the pedal won't go to the floor without this assistance suggests to me the problem is beyond the booster and in the hydraulics path. Remember everything is set up to work properly with the booster "boosting " your effort at the pedal. I suspect air in the hydraulic path somewhere, most likely something amiss at the master cylinder. Any chance of having the system pressure bled? Generally a brake shop job Kent Hughes of 240K forums fame is having the very same problem. Good luck with it. Jim.

While not exactly Z history, this relates to the Prince, then Nissan R380, and by association, the PS30 or Fairlady Z 432. The test bed for what would develop into the S20 engine. Original version was named the GR8. Original Prince R380 started as a Brabham BT8 chassis No.SC 9 1964. Records from 1993,(See here)indicate it is still retained by the original purchaser (Now Nissan?) I believe the very successful trip to Surfers Paradise in 1969 by Nissan/Datsun with the R380 MkIII was the only foray outside japan for any of the R380 series. The last four paragraphs of the last page sum it up. (Well DUuhh! Jim :stupid: ) Some early Datsun racing Just a bit of historic trivia on the Nissan R381 open cockpit version that run and won the 1968 Japan GP. The developing V12 GRX engine was not going to be ready by race day, so the ever practical development team ordered a few Dean "MOON" as in SoCal "MOON equipped" built Chevy small blocks, prepped 'em... and stuck 'em in!...and won. I think that's cool!! The older R380 Mk III came in 3,4,5,.. with a 910 Porche in 2nd. Well we've wandered well and truly off the Z path, but I hope you still find this entertaining ?! Jim.

yeah...sacrilige today! Ansen Sprints from the article.....

...Well, the good thing is it's in English. Not a real lotta meat though From an early '70's Australian publication . Thanks to Datto Zed for hosting! Jim.

That looks great Victor! It is period correct for the roadster that's for sure. If you compare it to the original steering wheel for the '67 and 68 Corvette they're quite similar. In Australia the 1968 to 1971 Monaro, and the 1970 Torana GTR and XU-1 had one much the same. I scanned this from an 8/70 Monaro brochure.

Very nice car, quick too! This is the other KGC10 in Sydney...NOT mine! I have met the current owner (he imported it) quite a few times, he has helped me out mechanically with my C10. He is a very competent Mechanic/Tech whose business/workshop specialises in all facets of performance Japanese cars. if you are interested give Nathan a ring. 1972 Skyline GTX for sale.

On eBay OTAKI Z432 I have this kit with different artwork on the box, engine is out of proportion, but it IS a Z432 kit ..now who'se that bloke in England who has an interest in these..? hmmm Jim.

Yes, that shape has definite potential, seems a fair price for what you get too. Good one Razor! Jim.

How do you send the "top of the class" to the top of the class. Absolutely correct Mr Thomas!! . Aaah it's all good fun. My reference is the Feb. '74 issue of MOTOR (Car & Cycle)MAGAZINE INTERNATIONAL . Happy to email you a higher res pic of the article if it pleases Alan. Anything to keep the historic juices bubbling :classic: Cheeers, Jim.

Just for fun...a little quiz for Mr T What race? clues.1973. Motoharu Kurosawa was Blackflagged. Kunimitsu Takahashi DNF. Hiroshi Kazato won. A trivia clue for the Aussies here. Tim Schenken was a DNF this event. .......Oh, and the pace car was driven by Osamu Mochizuki....that's it in front..the white one ..hey, is that a Gnose ? (is the G silent?) hehehe, Jim.