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Road Test and -Comments- The Firsr Road Test after the 8.8 Conversion went Fine. Normally, the car under under hard acceleration, a Shift into Secong Gear would cause the Right Side to break loose and the Rear End would start to come around. So I would have to back off the throttle or risk a Spin Out. With Torsen Gear, the torque was applied smoothly and evenly. The car handles well and controllable. However, when I returned to my garage and check underside of the car, I noticed a trail of grease above the Left Rear CV Axle. This grease trail was directly over the Left Inner CV Joint. So I jacked up the rear of the car, Removed the Left Inner CV Axle. After inspecting the CV Axle , I found a Small Tear in the CV Booot. The Hole was under the CV Boot Clamp so I figured the person who assembled the CV Axle must have cut it The bigger problem was finding a replacement CV Boot. I tried my local Ford Dealer, NAPA, OReilys, Auto Zone, Rock Auto and even Ebay. Nobody had it. Then, I remembered those Universal CV Axle Boots that allowed the mechanic to replace the Damaged CV Boots without completely removing the CV Axle. It saved the mechanic alot of Labor Hours. Those boots were pretty universal. An inventory of 4 to 5 these Universal Boots would fit many Front Wheel Drive Cars and even ATV. Even Snap On sold these Universal CV Axle Boots. Afrer Removing the Rubber Boot by taking the Boot Clamps off, You just remove the Large Snap Ring. Then remove the CV Joint. Once the CV Joint was removed, The Universal Boot was installed by stretching the boot over the axle. I just cut the bottom section of a oil funnel. With a little muscle, pull the Boot over the axle using the funnel to make it easier. The messy part was put the CV Axel Grease into the new boot. Finally , install both CV Clamps. Then, take the car for another test to check for more leakage.

"Oil Can Repair" on Rar Hatch Panel- "Oil Can Repair" on the Rear Hatch Panel is common problem on 240z. The factory tried to solve the problem by adding addition sheet metal around the lock assembly. unfortunately, this(in most cases) was not sufficient to prevent the problem. The problem is aggravated by the push style hatch lock that is utilized. The lock uses a pushing down movement to operate the hatch release. Imagine a 200 plus man forcing his weight on 23 gauge Flat piece of sheet metal opening his hatch. This video shows one method od solving this problem.

I found this You Tube Video that shows the use of Laser Technology to strip down a Fairlady in Japan. Although the video doe not have English Subtitles, the Laser Machines utilized provided a different method of removing paint, rust, corrosion,etc. The major drawback is it is too labor intensive. Using Total Chemical Vehicle Dip (previously shown) would be much faster and still be able to remove internal corrosion (in boxed areas). But in certain case such as surface corrosion, this method would work well. I found the video interesting as it provide a new option in corrosion and paint removal in the restoration process.

Another S30 Restoration from Japan- no English Subtitles This short video gives the viewer how restoration can accomplished even with a badly corroded body. Note that most of badly corroded areas can be replaced with aftermarket body panels( even wheelwell edges). Also, one must realize this work took over months of bodywork by a professional. Toolman

Finishing Details of the Super Duty 8.8 Conversion- Strut Spring Tubes- The Threaded Strut Tubes were obtained from BC RACING. If you don't have a TIG WELDER, Vladmir can weld his Strut Tubes Brackets on. BC RACING STRUT TUBES STRUT TUBES with Brackets WELDED ON After installing the Complete Strut Assemblies with Coil Springs and car on the ground, you can adjust the Spring Preload and Spring Height. Adjust the Spring Height to your preference. Double check Wheel to Body Clearance by testing the suspension under various road conditions. Exhaust System Modifications- I raise the Dual Exhaust Pipes for extra clearance(Speed Bumps, etc), REAR EXHAUST PIPES also, had to widen to accommodate the Wider 8.8 FORD DIFFERETIAL. l Rear View of Exhaust System Bottom View of 2024Ford Motorsport Super Duty 8.8 Differential with Torsen Limited Slip with 3.55 Gears. Right Side View of the Differential -note the Huge Axle Shaft capable of handling 800+ HP!! Pic of Right Side Rotor and Mustang GT Disc Brakes. Mounted also is 1" Wheel Spacers to provide Caliper/ Wheel Clearance. . Bottom View of the Differential Side View of Converted 5 Lug 17" x 11 1/2" wide Wheel with Extra Long Lug Nuts and 315 Nitto Tires. Rear to Front View of Tire and Wheel with Rocket Bunny Flare. Road Test and Comments-Next

The video shows the best method of Removing paint and rust from your 240z in preparation for restoration. This Chemical Wash is the most complete method of stripping all paint and corrosion from the vehicle. It will even get inside every nook and cranny of the metal structure. Even, Abrasive Blasting can not get inside of the interior of the boxed metal. Also, after the chemical wash, a rust inhibitor is sprayed completely on the metal surface. This inhibitor will prevent even surface rust from forming for couple days to a week depending on the humidity of your area. But, Chassis Epoxy Paint should be appied as soon as possible to prevent surface rust from forming. The only Downside of this Cleaning process is Cost and Location of these Dipping Plants. The prices cost over $1500. The location of the Plants are few and far away( check Web for the closest one to you).

IF YOU GOT THE $$$$, CARBON SIGNAL can do the Complete Restoration.

240Z Restoration done in Indonesia-20 min video Look how many workers that are working on the restoration at the end. Just like a Army of Ants.

Part 3-More Bodywork- In this version, the Mig Welding is also utilized in the restoration process. Part4-

What is your Rear End Gear Ratio? You probably should be running 4:11 or lower. Also, what size slicks do you have?

A simple solution for door slamming problem? I finally finished my 8.8 Super Duty 8.8 Differential Conversion so I had time to handle all those small detail work. During my restoration work, I used Precision Weather Stripping to my worn OEM ones. But the Precision Weather Stripping always seemed too stiff for its job. So anyway, I gave them about 4 months but still had to slam the door to seat the weather stripping. It never got better so I know some members used late model KIA weather stripping from Amazon and good results. So I tried the Kia weather stripping. It was a lot softer but still had to slam the door. I decided to remove the Door Latch and study its operation. After removing it, I cleaned it and lubricated it with White Grease. Everthing seemed tested fine when it was out of the car. But after installation, the problem was still there. The Door Latch seemed like it still needed a little more inward movement to function properly. So with the Door Latch installed, I watched the Locking Mechanism operation. As the Door Glass was not installed yet, you have a good view of the Locking operation. this is when I noticed that one of the Latch Mounting Phillips Screws( 6mm x 1.0) was hitting the Linkage. This Screw is 4MM too long. The Easy Solution was to cut off about 4MM of the threaded end of the screw. Pic of the Long Phillips Screw-Inner Bottom Mounting Latch one. ". , Pic of "Corrected Phillips Screw" I really don't know when the Phillips Screw was mistakenly replaced with a Longer One. Owning the 240Z for 54 years, I am sure I removed the Door Latch at least 4 times. Anyway, if you are having Door Slamming Problems, check the LATCH MOUNTING SCREWS. It was a Simple Solution for me, maybe for you, too.

Fourth of July 2025 Pearl Harbor Fireworks and Car Show- This Joint Military Forces Fourth of July Celebration was held at Pearl Harbor Naval Base. It consisted of Two County Western Bands , Big Fireworks display and Car Show. There were over Two Thousand People in attendance from 4PM -9Pm. My 240z won 1st Place Trophy in Classic Rod Catalogue, The Event ended with 15 minute Long Fireworks Display over Pearl Harbor. Next- Finishing Details on the 8.8 Conversion

240Z RESTORATION PARTS IN THE USAI I found this video by Larry Chen about the relative new source of 240Z restoration parts. Their inventory covers body parts,interior plastic panels, grills,etc. If any one have tried their parts, please let us know concerning fit,quality,price and customer service. Their Website pic shows a 240z salvage yard so they might also sell used 240z parts. the company name is Resurrected Classics in Auburn, Georgia.

Part 2-More 240Z Restoration- Body Work is mostly done utilizing Oxygen Acetylene Gas Welding. This method of welding was mainly used to repair automotive body repair. I learned this method when I was 15 years old and used it until the 1970s when Mig Wire Welding came in. The Mig Welding is a much productive method as it applied the heat faster and welding with less heat distortion to surrounding metal. However, I still use this method in certain applications to this day. Notice- Use a Small Torch Flame and Thin 1/16" Brass Rod. More Bodywork to come-

This 240z restoration in Japan demonstrates bodywork using basic methods and tools. These videos show restoration methods that most Do It Yourself people out there who do not access to more expensive body working equipment could still do the work. The restoration using these methods would take more time but have satisfying results. This Body Man does a lot of Vintage Cars Restoration in Japan. Race Cars are also done. Please give your comments so I can find more videos that will help you restore your Vintage 240Z or other car models. Toolman