Bambikiller240

Hello Kats: The shape of the rubber mats that you posted is different than the ones I have seen in 240Z at auto shows in the US. I believe that these mats may be for use in a different Datsun model. By the way, Thank you for posting so many wonderful pictures and information on the early Z cars of all types. Oh, and your car looks very nice. Congratulations! Carl

The cylinder head from an L24 would have smaller intake and exhaust valves than a cylinder head from an L28. Significant machine work ($) would be required to install larger (L28-sized)valves in the head from an L24. If done, you could probably get more power at a higher compression, but the cost to do so may be a bit high. The first thing to find out is what head you have from the L24 and what head from the L28. Early L24's came with E-31 head, thenthere were TWO varieties of E88 head (only the early one is desirable). I don't know the specifics of L28 engines so maybe some one else can chime in or check www.Zhome.com for more info on the different heads found on L28 motors.

You want him to pound MORE holes in the car? Yikes!!!

Let's do the math. 51 "places" divided by 17 "bikers" = 3 Oh my gosh!:cross-eye these bikers could be BUSY!

I'd be interested in looking at it to see if it will meet my needs. Please send me a Private Message and we can talk it over. Thanks, Carl

Hi Jerry: Good to hear that you are getting back to a normal life after the firestorms. We all appreciate the efforts of you and your brother/sister firefighters in helping to save lives and property. Thank You! Carl

Selling a car that you no longer own? OK, now I understand his feedback rating!:stupid: :stupid:

It is not wise to "Presume" when legal matters are concerned. A photographer may authorize use of a photgraph in a certain context or setting, he/she may authorize a certain person, company, or website to use the photograph; yet still retain the ownership of that photograph and have control over it's usage in any other situation. IMHO, It's best to err on the side of caution in cases like this.

My experience on eBay has been that if the shipping charge is not stated, and you don't get a quote before the end of auction............you will get screwed on the shipping at least 70% of the time. Now days there is only one reason for the shipping cost to be secret, and that is to allow the seller to rip off bidders if the sale price doesn't reach what the seller hoped it would. When you set up an auction you can select the option to have a "shipping calulator" included on the auction page ( for free!)with your choice of shipper, AND the option to add an amount to the actual postage for packing materials, etc. Any potential bidder simply enters his zip code and the exact cost is displayed. IF the seller uses USPS Priority mail, they can get FREE boxes, tape, labels etc by simply logging into the USPS website and placing an order. FREE!!! Delivered to the sellers home!

It will only be one point on the record. My most recent speeding ticket was for 20 mph over the limit and the cost to clear it was $170, or Option B: $190 and traffic school ($20) to keep it off the driving record so the insurance co doesn't F*ck you.

Post if you want, but for those of us who don't know what the heck they are...............could you identify each of them with something more specific than "Japanese Domestic Market". That is the only part I found annoying.

It isn't listed as a "CAR"; it's listed under Parts & Accessories / Parts cars. I don't recall the minimum lising fee, but if the starting price of a "part" is $4 to $5, the listing fee is $.30

It can be made to work on a 240Z radiator. He'll need to make brackets to bridge from the shroud to the mounting points on the radiator, and trim around the lower hose connection. Also will need to remove the "finger protecter" from the 240 Radiator top tank. Takes a bit of time, but is defintely worth the effort IMO. Just did it myself a few weeks ago. Since Gary (beandip) is looking for one too: 280Z Fan Shroud on eBay I am not the seller, and do not know anything about him/her, or the condition of the item being sold.

OK then; Who in OZ has a 260Z with a stock radiator? Can you answer halz question?

Well, he did say "most likely".

I was tempted to run the price up a bit to help the seller recoup all the expense he's put into fixing her up, but I'm afraid that if I bump it to even $1.50, I may get stuck with it. :cross-eye

Not to mention that it's already on eBay. HERE!!!!!!!!! Or is this the "beta testing" that you refered to?

Back in the early 70's the DOMESTIC new cars began to be sold in October of the previous year. I.E. 1971 Ford, Chebbies, Chrysler cars began to be sold in October of 1970. Foreign car manufacturers didn't necessarily follow that scheme, though *some" effort was made by *some* manufacturers. Your car was manufactured in 1970 and would typically have arrived in the US in 1970 also. It could have been titled as either a 1970 or 1971 depending on the arrival date and how money hungry the original dealer was. There was no "half year" model. The link that Chloe provided explains it in much more detail.

Maybe they're just bored with having that much real racing action to watch. Meanwhile, we in the States have to be content with Snorecar, Chumpcars (I used to love the series), and IRL (Indy Rehab Series).

I watch it religously here in the States. Every Weds on Speed Channel. I don't have a real favorite driver, but it sure is an exciting series.

To my (USA spec) knowledge there are two types of lower radiator hose for 240/260/280Z. One is for the type of radiator found on 280Z's that has a lower "outlet" that is straight (horizontal). That is, it exits without any bend and is about 3" long. The other is for the type of radiator that is found on 240Z's which has a pronounced 90 degree bend to the outlet so that it ends up pointing upward (vertical) and is about 5" in total length. I believe that the diameter is the same on both types, but I'm sorry, that I don't know which type of radiator is found on a 260Z

This statement is not true! I have had left rear turn signals work while the left front did not work. I partially disassembled the turnsignal switch and sprayed contact cleaner into it. This resolved the problem temporarily. (It came back) Eventually I bought a new turn signal switch assembly and the problem went away permanently (for the last 3 years). Now I'm not advocating the replacement of the asembly until you have tried everything else, as it is EXPENSIVE, but the switch can affect fronts without affecting the rear. As 2Many alluded to, start by cleaning the sockets at the bulbs and work your way backward. Front Turn signal light assemblies are subjected to a lot of weather.

The Darwin Awards honor those who improve our gene pool... by removing themselves from it in really stupid ways. This honor is usually, of necessity, bestowed posthumously. ---------------- DARWIN AWARD: MILE-HIGH CLUB FAILURE (Confirmed) December 1991, Florida This account of an aircraft accident is quoted directly from the National Transportation Safety Board report, with comments added in parentheses for clarity. AIRCRAFT: PIPER PA-34-200T, Registration: N47506 INJURIES: 2 Fatal. The private pilot and a pilot rated passenger [two pilots] were going to practice simulated instrument flight. Witnesses observed the airplane's right wing fail in a dive and crash. Examination of the wreckage and bodies revealed that both occupants were partially clothed and the front right seat was in the full aft reclining position. [The pilots had converted the co-pilot seat to a bed.] Neither body showed evidence of seatbelts or shoulder harnesses being worn. [They were lying on the bed.] Examination of the individuals' clothing revealed no evidence of ripping or distress to the zippers and belts. [Their lack of clothing seemed to be voluntary.] The NTSB determines the probable cause(s) of this accident as follows: The pilot in command's improper in-flight decision to divert her attention to other activities not related to the conduct of the flight. [The pilot and co-pilot were having sex, and nobody was flying the plane.] Contributing to the accident was the exceeding of the design limits of the airplane leading to a wing failure. [The lack of a pilot caused the plane to fly erratically, over- stressing the wing and leading to a crash.] Reference: NTSB #MIA92FA051

NO RUST, it's in California! We have the sea water desalinated before it can get near the shoreline. :stupid: Oh, yeah; the bridge was sold once before too, but the guy left it here.