resurrecting a 1977 280Z

[MM569457]

Wired the aftermarket fuel pump. I had to adjust the crimp connector to take the wire from the positive connector. I used electrical tape to insulate…. I will probably use a better method later.

Edited March 5, 2022 by MM569457

[Yarb]

Which pump did you use? The factory pumps are still available.

[MM569457]

I went with Mr Gasket. I bought it in 2018 when they weren’t available (oem) and installed it. I’ll give it a try. It’s 4.5 psi so it should work with the carbureted engine that’s going in.

Edited March 5, 2022 by MM569457

[MM569457]

You can’t tell by the e-brake picture but the rod is slightly bent…. Made it more of a chore adjusting the handbrake.

[Yarb]

My mistake thought you had an injection system.

[siteunseen]

 

32 minutes ago, Yarb said:

My mistake thought you had an injection system.

The title threw me too.

Here's a good thread if you haven't already seen it.

 

 

[MM569457]

5 minutes ago, siteunseen said:

 

The title threw me too.

Here's a good thread if you haven't already seen it.

 

 

Much appreciated! I’m getting close to dropping the engine. Going to remove all the emissions parts and clean out the engine bay.

[MM569457]

Replaced the drivers seat, or at least tried to. 
 

did try to bleed the brakes today. I am getting no break fluid to the rear drums and while pressing the brake pedal I hear a loud “whooshing” sound from the engine bay. 
 

im guessing there is a leak somewhere? If so how would I troubleshoot?

[Patcon]

Is the master properly bled? Is an existing master or a reman?

[Av8ferg]

2 hours ago, MM569457 said:

Replaced the drivers seat, or at least tried to. 
 

did try to bleed the brakes today. I am getting no break fluid to the rear drums and while pressing the brake pedal I hear a loud “whooshing” sound from the engine bay. 
 

im guessing there is a leak somewhere? If so how would I troubleshoot?

Just did my seats… there is a good video based on a forum member post.  

 

[MM569457]

1 minute ago, Patcon said:

Is the master properly bled? Is an existing master or a reman?

It’s new. I heard from a mechanic I may not have properly bled it first

[MM569457]

New seat installed, I plan on parking in the sun to buff out the wrinkles.

 

tried working on the master cylinder again. Now I can’t even bench bleed it in the car.