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Bryan, I received the leather version of the shift boot today-----very nice indeed! And extremely well packaged I might add!! I'm interested in the e-brake cover and pig tail cover---especially since I'm already 1/3 of the way there! :classic: Just let me know how it goes. Jim D. "Zup"

One Question - Anybody found a good replacement for the foam pad used in the heater box to seal the door that flips up and down for heat or defrost??? I used a cheap mousepad (a throw-away from work-plastic on one side-closed cell neoprene on the other) and spray can of contact cement. It was the right thickness----just trim to shape, clean the metal flapper before glueing, spray both surfaces, let sit a few minutes and carefully apply. No more loud "kaathunk" when it closes! Jim D.

http://www.baddogparts.com/index.htm Go to the product page link and then scroll down just a little--- Sold by "gnose" John J. who is a member here. :classic: Couple Charlie Osborne's pans with John rails and seat brackets and your set. Jim D. "Zup"

P.M. sent Dave. :classic: I have all of the harnesses out right now, so if you want more than just the engine bay let me know. It's just a thought, but you could do an entire inventory of the wiring of the car while you are at it and see if you wanted to offer reproductions of the dash, and chassis/rear harness as well. Jim D. "Zup"

Jerry--- Please PM me as to whether or not you still have a set of the labels. I need a set if so. Thanks! Jim Daniels "Zup"

WOW!!! I'll be buying this when it hits the club store for sure!! Jim D. "Zup":bunny:

Ditto what Arne said! Excellent work-great match judging from the pix. Has a grommet source been establish--or comes with? Jim D. "Zup"

I have been following this from the start Will, but haven't sent anything as I don't know for sure what has been submitted/received. Any and all of this is available for your use, but I don't want to send duplicated items. The difficulties of scaning bound copies I can readily see, but if they need to be unbound to get the job done for this I don't mind. I suppose that they can be re-bound after the fact and I am willing to do that. I have a new original Nissan 1970 FSM, a used 1971 FSM, a used 1972 Chassis and Body Manual, a nearly new 1973 FSM, and a new 1973 Owners Manual, as well as a plastic page sleeved 3 ring binder with loose pages of the Chassis and Body Manual. Please let me know if any or all of this is of any use to you and I will send it along. No matter what, you should know that yours is absolutely one of the best projects that I know of-----a compendium of information all in one package that will be very valuable well into the future for anyone with an interest and love of the Z's. One more thing. If a cash contribution to help defray the costs of reproduction would be welcome just let me know where to send it. I am sure there are others here that would really like to help with the project but don't know how best to contribute. Thanks for doing what you are doing! Jim D. "Zup"

Are those of you using the chrome tape from R/C stores using FliteMetal? I don't know if this is the same stuff or not, but have been wondering if it would work (or work better than other adhesived tape) There may be some differences in the quality of these tapes and the adhesives that are on them. www.flitemetal.com Jim D. "Zup"

Thanks for the replys--- I knew the answer-----wishful thinking?? I will reinspect the fork and pivot on disassembly. They looked fine. I will also be looking for rough spots on the input shaft. I suspect that I have been victimized by a "bad in the box" bearing as a7dz stated. It does happen---but :hurt: WHY ME? Jim D. "Zup"

One of my favorite commercials of all time Have ya got a pup Arne! That truck would make both of ya happy!! You seem to be in a RED phase. Jim D. "Zup"

Just finished with install of all new parts from MSA--- For a early 73 240Z: Stock clutch Pressure plate Clutch collar THROWOUT BEARING----:mad: Dust boot Clutch master, hose, and slave were replaced a few months previously with new parts. Worked fine until the clutch disk lining finally wore out and it would slip under acceleration. A clutch disk alignment tool was used for the install. Bearing howels when clutch pedal is pushed in----sometimes quite loud and annoying, sometimes not so loud. Any fix short of taking it all down and redoing with a new bearing? Dissappointedly! :disappoin :disappoin :disappoin Jim D. "Zup"

To those involved: Please add me in as well! It'd be a nice item to have available once again. Has anyone talked with Les about the material for the boot itself? Jim D. "Zup"

From my "significant other" I received a well preserved original hardback edition of: NISSAN/DATSUN A History of Nissan Motor Corporation in U.S.A., 1960-1980 by John B. Rae complete with a handwritten signature on a presentation letter signed by Tetsuo Arakawa President of Nissan Motor Corporation, USA dated November 1981 A very good read--indeed! :classic: Jim D. "Zup"

Hey Will-- I've got pix of the completely assembled lighted HCP, as well as individual shots of the boots but the site won't let me upload them currently!? The boots have #'s inside them. The drivers side has the number"18" inside it. The passenger side has the number "4" inside it. There are no other numbers or text. I'm attempting a thread about reconditioned rubber parts. If I can get pics uploaded there please review it for further info. Jim D. "Zup"

Hi John--- http://www.courtesyparts.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=CP&Product_Code=48630-S30Z This is probably not what you want, ($$) but both it and the right side are listed as available. Just trying to help. Jim D. "Zup"

I happened to notice that there is a definite difference between the front valences on my 10/70 240Z (Jordan's Z Beandip) and my 2/73 240Z. I apologize for the not so good pix, but I hurriedly shot them today during my lunch break from work. (It's dark out when I get off! :disappoin ) There is a concave flare on the 70 that is not there on the 73. Does anyone know around what timeframe this small body shape change took place? I am fascinated by these differences we have observed, and wonder what additional ones might come to light as this discussion proceeds. Jim D. "Zup"

Been there-----done that!!! It's pretty easy to want something too much for your own good!! :stupid: :stupid: :stupid: Jim D. "Zup"

rtaylor--- Nice find!! Add me in to those interested. I have a nice toolbag and tools, but no list! I too can understand if you don't want to open it up. Air----currently sealed for 30 odd years---kept inside a Z----I'd save it for my last breath!! :eek: Jim D. "Zup"

You don't need to cut the rubber isolator----just push, wiggle, and pry and it will slip out. :surprised I just purchased a new pump from amazon.com this morning for $33 shipped. It was the Trico 11-601 mentioned in this thread. :classic: I've got lots of washer bottles that are in good shape but only 1 good pump. Now I'm set! Thanks again for you'se guys help!! Jim D. "Zup"

I think what he is tryig to convey is that the car's condition is such that it would classify as a #1. Not sure why he added so many 0000's though! Jim D. "Zup"

Bloxman--- I still have the shunt I managed to get for you from Doug Nicole's parted out 75 280Z. Post something up here if you decide you need it. :classic: Jim D. "Zup"

406------ Got pix and an address? The more sources and alternatives the better----and your's is another. Jim D. "Zup"

Didn't mean to leave you out Enrique---the pic was taken by Gary when he went over and got in cat $hit for me I laughed till I cried when he told me about it. So---no pics of the foglight switch are available? Not even from KATS? What do you think is up with the second toggle shown in the pic? Thanks for the comments and the living library of knowledge you possess about these cars E and A. Jim D. "Zup"

Please keep this thread updated as y'all find additional sources for these parts. Seems they are getting scarce and I will soon be needing to rebuild or source a master cylinder for my 7/70. Thanks for the good info. to date! Jim D. "Zup"