JLPurcell

My 2 cents. I have many batteries I must store every winter. I used to have to replace batteries about every 2 years when I just pulled them out and stored them for the winter. I now remove them and put them on a battery cycle/charger during the storage months. (about $20. at wal-mart) It works the battery and keeps it healthy. Batteries last forever it seems . As for the storage on concrete, I don't know if it is a myth of not, :nervous: I still put mine on wood to insulate them from the concrete. :classic:

You might want to try Wolfcreekracing.com for Mikuni parts. To try and answer you queston, I have the older style Mikuni carbs but I believe that the extra hole in the carb is for the Idle air, not sure. The insulator block pictured is the new style anti-vibration insulators, a rubber o-ring fits in the cut out in the insulator to form a seal and cut down on vibration transferred to the carbs from the engine.JLP

Rick, Is it true that if you play that music backwards, the singer gets his wife, the farm and his truck back? JLP

Chris, great history lesson, Thanks for the info. :cross-eye JLP

I just received a reply to the questions brought forward by this thread. The bolts are not "JIS" (Japanese Industrial Standard) so as suggested in past post the heads of the bolts run larger. What would be a 10mm on the Datsun will be 11mm etc... with this replacement bolt package.

Chris, that clock is ssmoke'n:smoke:. How about a little history on the clock? :cheeky:JLP

This is what I've decided to try to do in order to pacify my demons. :devious: One one hand I would love to put a set of 44mm Mikuni's, lower, Minilites, etc.. my persimmon 72 when I get done "restoring/preserving" but I also want to have a "bone stock" example. Have the 72 and the parts, working on a stock example. :)JLP

It's been awhile but I always liked Southern Rock for Ztraveling. On the way to and from autocrossing or just an afternoon drive. Bands like Allman Borthers, Lynyrd Skynyrd or Eagles. :knockedou

I agree that is a great look, but I believe that the valve cover, intake and possibly the carbs have been painted.JLP

Forward the email to: spoof@ebay.com they will investigate. JLP

If can't find or do not want to invest in a power bleeder and have to bleed the brakes yourself try this: Bleed one wheel at a time, put a rubberline on the bleeder, (tight fit) put the line into a bottle of brake fluid (make sure the line is submerged in the fluid) and open the bleeder. Pump the brakes a few times then move to the next wheel until all four corners are complete (make sure master cylinder resevoir does not run dry). If the pedal is still soft start over. Start on the rear brakes.JLP

Carl, Thanks for your perspective on the question. I hope other members share their thoughts on this subject.JLP

In my recent research into the Nissan restoration program, while communicating with Les Cannaday (Classic Datsun), we came up with an idea for a spin off thread. Les is well known for his knowledge of the Z car and his attention to detail in the restoration of Datsuns. The purpose of the thread would be to collect enthusiast’s thoughts on "restoration and preservation". Being an original owner of a 1972 240Z I know that from the showroom floor not all Z cars were factory original. Mine had color matched mirrors and spook as well as American Racing Libre wheels. Now I know there are enthusiasts and there are purists, and their perspectives will be different on this subject. Les as I, would like to get enthusiasts’ as well as purists’ opinions on the acceptance of restoring: should you attempt to take the car back to its factory original state (according to Webster Dictionary -to restore: bringing or putting back into former position or condition into nearly or quite the original form) or should it be acceptable to consider restoration as a broader condition of the feeling of the time and place of the car utilizing correct period aftermarket parts.

Like I said my cars are both 110 persimmon red. I have looked a photos of cars for sale, on ebay and other sites, the photos look like the 110 but when I inquire they are the 918 orange. In person the colors are not even close to the same. Photos can be so affected by light etc... I do admit that the car looks much "more orange" than the color chip for 918. You will have to talk to the owner to see if he did a full color change. There is also the possibility that the this is a two part paint job. The clear coat will give depth to the paint and slightly change the color. The primer base can make a differance as well. Then there is the possibility that the owner added a pearl or other additive to the paint. Let us know what you find out. It sounds like others on this site were at this show and you might be able to find the owner. Good Luck!

I have to go with Bambikiller on this one. It's a 1970, the hood is up (color matching the body) and the original sticker is under the hood (unless it is a reproduction sticker) and 918 was the only orange that year. If you find the owner please let us know what color this is. :ermm:JLP

I had a custom paint shop in the 1970's and also owned my 72 Z as well as my 70 Z at the time. Back to the original question; all you need to know is that the color is a 1970-1972 Datsun color #918. Any body shop or automotive paint supplier will be able to work with that. I have not been around paints for years but I always swore by Dupont products. Now as to the names of the colors, I believe that paint manufacturers gave names to the colors, or it may even be regional. I don't know. My car is 110 red (which is actually a darker orange). When I purchased Dupont paint locally it was designated as 1972 Datsun 110 persimmon red. Now I don't think persimmons (a small orange fruit from a tree) are common the world around. So, well, you get the picture!

It looks like a 1970 Z. 1970 through 1971 there was only one orange, paint code 918 orange (I believe it is called sunset orange). In 1972 the 918 was available but they introduced the 110 red which was also known as persimmon red. It was a darker orange color. But I believe the car in the picture is the 918 orange (sunset orange).JLP :cheeky:

I could not get the attachment to work. Now thats not funny! :stupid:

Happy New Year to all. Be careful tonight it's "amateur" night out there. I am at the Firehouse today and tonight. It's 3:00 PM and we just had our first drinking related accident the driver tested .244 :eek: Folks it just three in the afternoon. :cross-eyeJLP

I believe that if we were to put together a list of concise question on the subject Les would be more than willing to post on this site. I believe that it is important that we stay on course with documentation about the program along with direct players insight. Les did state that he did not want to get into negative aspects of the program which I'm sure is what Chris is refering to as the "sensitive issues".

Nice car, Nice page. I am a fellow Hoosier, Richmond, IN, 90 miles south of you. I have spent lots of summers up on Clear Lake in Freemont. You will have to take a road trip to Richmond some time. JLP

I recieved a phone call from Les (Classic Datsun) last night, we discussed the Nissan restoration program to length. He is very forthright with information on the program. I requested that he gather any documentation on the program which he would be willing to share. Les is a very busy man but I am sure as time allows he will share some insightful information along with documentation on the program with us.

Mark, Thanks for the information.JLP

Thats another question I will have to ask. I have noticed this in the past, as a difference between German and Japanese cars. What would be a 13mm on a Mercedes will be a 12mm head on the Datsun. I will find out if they also match head sizes for the restoration. It would matter to me! JLP

I believe they priced a complete, engine, body & interior set for $400. They have them broken down into a number of packages, well labeled as to where they go. I have requested more information such as does this include the gas tank strap bolts etc... I have also requested that they resend me the responses to my past emails (which included their quote for a complete set). :mad: I lost all of this information when my computer crashed a couple of weeks ago. There web site is www.zcarcreations.com. You can download a complete parts list there. JLP