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Looks like a one-off to me. Better polish up those fiberglass skills.

Check this thread for a better Headlight Harness than VB. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20365

Are you sure he deserves/wants a Z, or are yo doing this for yourself? If you do this make him pay you back so that he understands the value of the car in monetary terms. I think he understands the usefulness of it but that may not be enough. If he has to pay for it he is more likely to take care of it.

If they are the original flat tops that came on the 73', ditch em and get some round (dome)tops. You'll be much happier in the end.

I would first consider whether or not you will be able to get it smogged after the swap. My guess is that with an older engine, and those triple carbs, it will be very difficult if not impossible to pass a visual inspection, much less and an emissions test. Perhaps things are different in your state but it's worth considering before doing the work.

JM, I believe in the end, 240zwinter picked up an 81' dizzy and used the E12-80 with that rather than the older dizzy. It might be difficult to get a good ground mounting the E12-80 on a dizzy not designed for it. The materials I have read seem to stress making sure of good contact between the rear of the module and the dizzy itself. But in the end, I can't say for sure. I'll defer to you "experts".

Alan, stop the "woe is me" crap. I found what you said to be very interesting and spot on topic. No need for the self deprecating remarks. Oh wait, I just blasted you too. jk Sorry mate.

Looks like a good candidate for a convertible conversion.

Now that's more like it! I was worried after that last "wet" uhh.....do-not, that we're weren't gonna see you break it loose. Glad to see you came to your senses

Ok, Dave. I finally have the budget for this so start making up one of each for me. Check your PMs.

Well that just sucks. I know what you must be going through. He looks just like the first dog I ever had. His name was Noogie which is foot or boot in Russian. My dad named him that because he was always under foot. Take heart in the fact that you both had the pleasure of each others company and that he will be going on the doggy heaven.

Congrats on getting it started, and getting such an early start with a Z. I had my eye on my grandmothers 68' Pontiac Tempest Le Mans at your age.

Here's a diagram for a 75-78. See attached.

I'm looking to first insure that my Z is mechanically sound and in 100% complete working order. Once I achieve that, I plan on working on the performance side of things. The first step in that direction is the addition of 1" lowering springs and quality struts, second will be a complete carb rebuild, and then the addition of a replacement head and some port work. Next, I will start building up a mild performance L28 to replace my L24. next in line will be some nice racing seats, a performance coil, new rims and tires, a nice Momo steering wheel and a BRE style rear spolier.

This may provide some use info on valuation of the older Zs. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20123

Bummer man. I was hoping to run into you one day while cruising the cliffs and milk your brain and ride for useful info. Good luck with the sale.

I bought their kit and video. I haven't rebuilt the carbs yet because I'm still working in the suspension, but it looks to be fairly simple. I think the hard part will be learning to tune them using the unisyn device. As for what they're worth, that all depends on the condition they are in, but based on the prices I've seen on eBay, I'd say anywhere from $75 to $150 for what you show in the pic.

I've got the top and bottom mount stoppers in good condition but I can't help with the bushing. It's air pollution now. Fire fire fire! Heheheh

I'm sorry, that's just wrong.

I got them from VicBrit for $20. 2 x P/N#62-360

Unfortunately the bearings and spacers are too few and in the wrong order in this picture. But the rest appears to be accurate.

What I noticed the most was the lack of an air cleaner element, and some nasty rust on the air cleaner body, but I'm sure you'll get to that.

Bummer dude! I hate to think of what I might do if someone molested my Z like that! Good luck getting it back together. Perhaps it's time to consider a gnose conversion?

Hey now.....I was just following your instructions.

What the Japanses couldn't win on the batlefield, they'll win in the boardroom.