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This video is amazing. The Segway part is interesting, to say the least. http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=4TshFWSsrn8&vq=medium#t=35

Hit about 165-170 in a Richard Petty ride-around at Daytona. My family got me this as a Christmas gift, and were surprised that I didn't want the drive -around. You only get to go 150 when you drive, faster and up by the wall in the ride.

As far as the original engine, there should be an ID plate on the right front strut housing with the engine # on it. There is a stamped # on the block at the right rear area, betw. the 5 + 6 sparkplug area. Compare the two to see if they match. also agree that there is a heater core leak; that is why the coolant lines are disconnected as they are.

I had similar problems on my '71 (2/71 build date). I removed the plenums and tubes, and used some black, closed-cell foam cut to fit the openings. Sealed them and secured them with clear RTV, level with the body, and put my grills back on. Also used some electrical connector dust caps to close the holes on the inside of the hatch at the bottom. Have had no problems with leaks or fumes. However, I found that the best cure for exhaust fume elimination is new T/L gaskets, agreeing with d240zx2.

I had one of those 1200 coupes shown on the can in the Datsun ad. God, I miss that car.

Well, Bill had another great party. Loads of Z's, some classic rods, lots of food and drink, new friends made and old friends revisited.

It seems on pg. 17 of my 'How to rebuild your Nissan/Datsun OHC engine book', there is a photo and a few paragraphs dealing with 'the most important tool' for working on an L-series engine. the WOOD BLOCK. There is also advice about attaching a retrieving wire or cord to it. Somebody didn't read the book.

If you're interested, I have a video in the photo galleries of the construction of the set used in the Dream garage commercial. Look under George71Z.

I have two lenses in nice shape, but they have varying degrees of yellowing on them. Is there anything that can be used to get them back to a nice translucent white? I soaked one in dishwashing liquid and water; it got clean but it still was yellowed. Would a bleach solution work?

All you mid and south Florida Z's: the Lake Mirror Classic Auto festival is Oct. 16 in downtown Lakeland Florida. This show is a mini-Amelia Island concours with an open show on the streets of downtown Lakeland. I have been attending this show for about 7 yrs. and it always amazes me. There have been some years where I was the only Z, and it got kind of lonely. Come on out and check it out. All the info can be found at <lakemirrorclassic.com>. (a word of advice...online registration is $5 more than sending in the form via snail mail)

Had this tire come apart on the left rear while on my way home from Z-con in Nashville. No loss of air; no signs of problems on the other three. Happened on I-24S. No indication that I ran over anything; just came apart. Anyone ever have this happen, or know maybe why and how it happens? I didn't trust the remaining 3, so I sprung for a new set.

I offer the attached article so others can avoid photo mistakes. http://www.hagerty.com/lifestyle/hobby_article.aspx?id=33894 See tip #8 especially.

Try a WTB ad in the classifieds. There are also folks on here that can fix and restore them.

I used to love runnin' thru the twisty part of the Interboro Pkwy. in NYC to 'Southbound' by the Allman Bros.

All the ricers know the stripe is good for at least 5-10 HP over no stripe. Same goes for stickers and decals of speed equipment that is not in the car.

Does anyone know what the plans are regarding the group photo taken at the start of the show? The Z's, NISSAN hdqtrs., and the moon, all in one shot. I can't wait to see it.

Zbane, I am going back up the following weekend for the NASCAR truck race. I'll give your restaurant recommendation a try.

To jog your memories.......

Here are some pics of what I think is the Harada unit. Hope this can help.

That poster is beautiful!!!!!!!!! Got to bring my shekels, lira, dinar, euros, yen and a fully stocked bank card to this convention.

Here's my '71.

I understand that the judged show is limited to 125 vehicles??? I sent my registration in early March, and signed up for the judged show. Got confirmation back they rec. my check on the 23rd of March. How do I know if I am one of those 125?

I brought my shade tent to Texas last yr. and will bring it this yr. Not so much for the car, but for me. It gets mighty hot in the sun at the end of July, and if they can't park everybody under a tree, then I bring my own shade. As far as selling parts; maybe out of your trunk at the peoples choice show, but I would not do it at the judged show.

Gotta thank you again, for the great effort you put into this project. Attached is my final result. Hope you like it.