grannyknot Posted June 1, 2018 Share #1 Posted June 1, 2018 Found this 280z on kijiji and unlike almost every project car I buy this one has had the rust repaired, body and paint already done (although I'm still going to tear it down). 106,000 miles, previous owner had it for 26 yrs and only drove it 3000 miles. Matching numbers engine and as far as I can tell, no modifications of any kind. I'm thinking I may keep it stock, the engine runs beautifully, pulls 15-16 in.Hg vacuum steady at a warm idle and the compression #s are very consistent. Interior is old and dirty, rubber seals and weatherstripping are shot and need replacing, lots to keep me busy. I know practically nothing about the 280's engine management so will have lots of questions. Engine bay is a disaster, much detailing to be done. Very original looking brake fluid, vintage! A new little sister for the ///MZ, Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patcon Posted June 1, 2018 Share #2 Posted June 1, 2018 Very nice. You might need a throttle intake boot or more silicone! The numbers look excellent 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550240 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalJim Posted June 2, 2018 Share #3 Posted June 2, 2018 Where can I get some vintage brake fluid for my vintage Z? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed Head Posted June 2, 2018 Share #4 Posted June 2, 2018 Looks great. The bumper rubber looks like 1978 though. Engine management and fuel pump control are slightly different in 78. 78 has two prongs on the oil pressure sender, one prong is a switch. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Obvious Posted June 2, 2018 Share #5 Posted June 2, 2018 Awesome. Best year ever. You got questions? We got answers! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550254 Share on other sites More sharing options...
grannyknot Posted June 2, 2018 Author Share #6 Posted June 2, 2018 The only thing that isn't working is that I can't start it with the key, I have to turn the key on and use a remote momentary switch attached to the starter. The 77 wiring diagram is a lot different than the 70-72 Z's I'm use to. 58 minutes ago, SoCalJim said: Where can I get some vintage brake fluid for my vintage Z? I'll sell you the black gold that's in there now and throw in the clutch fluid for free. ? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalJim Posted June 2, 2018 Share #7 Posted June 2, 2018 Whoo hooo! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550258 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcb280z Posted June 2, 2018 Share #8 Posted June 2, 2018 20 hours ago, Zed Head said: The bumper rubber looks like 1978 77 and 78 used the same bumper rubber. It's what was on my 77. What a find! looks really good so far. Definitely need the rubber boot between the afm and throttle body. The efi is a simple system once you have an understanding of it. Lots of knowledgeable people on this site. Those compression numbers look great! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550311 Share on other sites More sharing options...
grannyknot Posted June 2, 2018 Author Share #9 Posted June 2, 2018 (edited) 47 minutes ago, rcb280z said: Those compression numbers look great! Yes I'm very happy with the condition of the engine, I opened it up today to adjust the valves, just a couple were out. Some pretty heavy oil varnish going on in there. The cam lobes all look good. Got the key working again to start the engine, one of the 2 black relays up under the dash on the P/S was dead so switched them around. 1977 wiring harness diagram; does anyone make accurate large wiring diagram like 11"x 17" sheet that you can hold in your hands? Edited June 2, 2018 by grannyknot Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patcon Posted June 2, 2018 Share #10 Posted June 2, 2018 The cam looks good, nice and shiny! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed Head Posted June 2, 2018 Share #11 Posted June 2, 2018 (edited) Here's a good one in pdf format. Good old Blue246... http://www.atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/electrical.htm Oddly, it's not in the CZCC Download area but it says it's a CZCC diagram. Edit - actually it is but you have to read the fine print. https://www.classiczcars.com/files/category/1-wiring-diagrams/ Edited June 2, 2018 by Zed Head 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240260280 Posted June 3, 2018 Share #12 Posted June 3, 2018 Love it. I have some 280z parts I can send. I 'm pretty sure I have those elbows to the throttle body. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/#findComment-550321 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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