240ZX

If someone wanted a really trick looking fastener set-up for replacing the plastic rivets, why not install Dzus fasteners. Sure it would take so time to do properly but, the end result would be very cool looking and best of all easier and quicker to remove a panel than the other suggestion made. I know, it's a bit over board but that just me!

All this is fairly interesting! This is a SWAG but, maybe its just a matter of the additive cleaning the fuel system....hence the better mileage. What would be interesting, would be to run a number of tanks of fuel, with the acetone, and let's assume there is an improvement in mileage. then, run a number of tanks of untreated gas and see what the results are! My quess is that the untreated gas will now provide the same mileage as did the treated gas....at least until the fuel system had time to build up deposits again form the crap fuel we currently get. What do you all think? My gut feeling is that the acetone, which is a solvent, is just cleaning out built up deposits that fuel has left behind. So basically its a fuel mileage comparison between a clean fuel system and a fuel system with deposits.....quess which one gets the better mileage!

Yeah, getting together with other Z owners for a fun meet/drive has always been something I think about and would like to do but, living in Ventura County seems to mean I usually have to drive at least two hours just to make it to the meeting place. I know there are Z owners here in VC but it is rare if ever we cross paths. So, what do I do? I just take the toy out and hit my usual fun routes, come back happy, of course with a little less rubber than I started with. Victor knows how fun the back roads are around VC! Anyway, I'm always up for a good outting in the Z, just drop me a PM! Tom

Mark, welcome to the site! You are likely going to get the best advise on this subject from HYBRIDZ.....this is what they are all about. Tom

Goose52, After seeing your post and looking at your avitar I realized your the guy a had the long chat with. I was the guy with the white Alpinstar hat on that commented on your wheels. I was a pleasure shooting the breeze with you. Tom

Well, Drove down Sunday morning to the Show-n-shine.....much much better location compared to the earlier shows in front of MSA. There was actual shade to be in and no heat radiating off black top. Cars were seperated by year of manufacture, it seemed nice and orginized that way. Spoke to a lot of folks and chatted about our toys....of course! As usual there were many outstanding cars to be viewed. Anyway, just thought I'd report on the show and see what people had to say about it. Tom

The new ride height looks really good! I like the lowered look....(see my photo gallery) Man, with a little elbow grease and some Mothers on the wheel beads it will look even better.

I think your best bet is to just purchase a new one....about $90.00 U.S. currency.

Welcome to Classic Zcar Club Daryl. Regarding being an old guy.....your not alone! There are a number of member in this catagory...I'm just a couple of years behind you. We're obviously all still young at heart! Anyway, lots of great folks here and tons of good information to be had.....and do become familiar with the search function....reading the archives will keep you busy for sure. Tom

IIRC you don't have to remove the door's inner panel to remove a review mirror. Most are easily disassembled from outside the door.

Jose, As others have said....welcome to the club. I just wanted to personally thank you for doing your part in the middle east and welcome home!!! Tom

Cheryl, A tune-up is certainly a perfect place to start! Additionally, on an EFI system there may be some sensors that need replacing in order for the controller to respond correctly. I recommend you try our search function. There is tons of good info....although you may have to spend some time going through it. With the information you have provide about your Z's situation and knowing a tune-up is in order, it would be a SWAG as to what the specific problem or problems your Z has. Give the search function a try! There's just not enough information provided in your post to pin point the problem. Hope this helps you a little....and by the way, welcome to the club! Lots of great folk here. Tom

Excellent choice for a Z car wheel IMO! The +4mm (0.157") offset should not be a problem as stock is 0 offset. You should get them if you really like them!!! They will look great on a Z! Tom

I'll second that emotion, regarding the REPCO pads......they work great and are nice to the rotors as well.

Well, I'd have to say those cats now only have 8 lives left! Isn't it ironic how close maximum fun and disaster are to eachother! Tom

You might want to take a look at a recent post "Mesh Wheels".

Easy Arne, I'm not saying you shouldn't be prepared. I agree about being prepared.......I just happen to choose a cell phone. So, do you keep an extra hard drive next to your CPU? Tom

Just out of curiousity, when was the last time any of you all had a flat tire? I personally can't remember having a flat tire in over 30 years....maybe just lucky or maybe just paying attention!!? I also run no spare tire in my 240Z....with 17" wheels. Tom

Assume Z!!!! Boy, that one of the sweetest Z's I've ever seen.....buy it before someone snatches it up. Wait a minute, April fools day was 10 days ago!

Man, that is so unfortunite.......right in the prime of life. Vickie, my heart goes out to you. Hang in there Vickie!!! We are all pulling for you. Sincerely, Tom Whitaker (240ZX)

There is also the Pertronics conversion that many seem to like. Originally I intended to do the ZX dizzy upgrade to my 240 but everyone I came across was pretty worn...the bearing plate assembly always seems to be shot as well as the mechanical advance mechanism. Maybe just my luck!!? Anyway, I decided to go with the Mallory UniLite. Purchased it from Summit Racing for approx $350.00 (with vac adv). It's worked flawless ever since the 240 was put back on the street in 2002. And, besides working flawlessly, it certainly has a lot of HRC!!! (High Rate of Coolness) Tom

As a recommendation, I suggest you research the basics of engine building/modification so you gain an understanding of why and what one can do to their engine. No one particular modification is the secret answer but a combination of the right mods that make a strong engine. And, depending upon your application, modifications will vary. There are modifications, other than the engine, that will make your Z quicker.......light weight flywheel, different tranny, different differential gearing, etc., etc. Tom

The purpose of the foil layer is to reflect heat. Using the kind without should be OK as long as it is not subjected to alot of heat....such as one might encounter when using it in the engine compartment. But if it damps out sound and its free, use it.

Just use a roll-up door!

If you are changing the ball joint, don't forget to also change out the steering knuckle joints (tie rod joints) as well. Plus you may want to replace the rubber coupling on the steering shaft with a urethane unit. All these items can cause undesireable steering trates when they become worn. And yes you can do this job in your own garage without too much trouble. Hope this help you a little. Tom