Dr_rich

That's why I am willing to sell them, as they won't fit in my '73 pockets. They do require bigger pockets, so that's why I didn't use them. I have come to grips with fact that I can't use 3 point retracts without a great deal of work... ~Dr. Rich

I have the shoulder belts out of a 73 if you need them. I also have a complete set of 3 point stock seat belts from a 74 (with retractable shoulder belts attached to the retractable lap belts). Just let me know. Dr. Rich

Does anyone know a good Z mechanic in the Portland, Oregon metro area? Someone who knows what they are doing, and is reasonably priced? Any help here would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks! ~Richard 503-936-9061

Here's some more info: I have round top SU's and 280zx electronic ignition, But the engine isn't surging. I wish I could describe it better. I have had the car on level ground and let out the clutch and it's fine. I do notice it is more apt to happen at higher rpms. Could a worn front differential mount cause this? or maybe loose differential internals? When I had the rear of the car on blocks, I manually turned the rear driver-side hub forwards, and the pass side wheel turned the opposite. I know that is normal, but I also noticed there was a little play when I turned the rear driver-side hub before the pass side turned. Not much, but a little. Is that important? As far as the linkage goes, it's all brand new. The carburetors were completely gone through and new linkage installed before I bought the car. But again, the engine doesn't change rpm at all, it has to do with something from the transmission rearward... ~Richard

I am a new 240z owner and new to this forum. I have had my z for almost a month, and love my Z! But, when I am in first or second gear, I have to let the clutch out slowly and carefully or the car will 'surge'. Not engine revving, but it is like stabbing the brakes when you are driving. the only way to stop it when it is doing this is to either accelerate out of it or push in the clutch. I found and replaced the driver's side halfshaft u joints (having found one u joint bad- replaced both on that side). I am very perplexed as to what is causing this. I am new to Z's, but I feel I have a pretty good understanding of the mechanics of the drivetrain. Some info that might be helpful is that the previous owner put in a 5-speed, but I have been underneath the car and have found no loose or missing bolts. One other thing is that I do get that familiar 'clunk' sound in the rear of the car when I let out the clutch. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have read many posts on this site and I am impressed by the vast knowledge therein. Thanks! ~Richard