AKZX

My rear end is all stock except for suspension. Works just fine for me. I've got a manual though, so it's easy to gently ease into first gear without spinning my tires. Also, Blizzaks ftw.

John, is that in an s30?

Thanks, unfortunately I don't have any flare nut wrenches, but it's good to know the size is really 10mm, I was starting to doubt it. Did you use a torch for applying heat?

This is great, I just bought a used master cylinder with booster for my S130 for $75 and it turned out to be in bad condition AND shipping was around $65! Great job assembling this, really appreciate it. Now if only I could get this damned stock BMC out..

I have a daily driver here in Fairbanks, Alaska. '80 ZX NA, and it only starts to misbehave when its gets under -20F. Which is most of January and February. My only tip would be keep a close eye on everything. Running a 30 year old car through a cold winter requires much more upkeep. I'm not sure about a turbo, but my NA 5-speed is perfectly fine on ice, but we aren't as humid up here, so ice isn't as slick as it is Wisconsin. However, I did buy my car from someone who drove it as a daily driver for 8 years in Anchorage and Kenai, which is VERY humid and VERY slick, and he said it wasn't too bad. If you get below 0 degrees, buy an oil pan heater, block heater, transmission heater, and if you really care about the life of your car then a battery heater and circulating heater would help.

I'm looking for a brake master cylinder WITH reservoirs that works well. Id like it to fit my normally aspirated 1980 280ZX with no modification. Doesn't have to be an original tokico or tabco and reman is fine.

I went ahead and got a reman from Napa for about $50 that I can pick up locally here in Fairbanks. Thanks for the help!

Ah, that's what I was afraid of. Buy at least it's a pretty easy fix. I do have another question though, looking online, priced range from 150-365 dollars. I'd love to get a cheaper one, but I'm worried about lower quality. Anyone know a reliable brand or specific part or source that I can get a good one that goes in without modification?

I have a 1980 280ZX NA daily driver, and while I was driving yesterday, I pushed the brake pedal and NOTHING happened. From a slow speed and pushing the pedal as far as it will go, the car would slow down just the smallest bit. I don't know much about cars, but I got this Z to learn. Also, about a week ago, when I attempted to slow down from highway speeds (55+), the brake pedal wouldn't depress at all until I coasted a bit and the speed dropped some. I wanted to ask around to see if I can fix this myself before I go to a mechanic. Anyone have any ideas or probable causes?

I'd kill for that! If only I could come up with the money right now. I may be in contact again. Where did you come across that?

Very interested in 280ZX! Assuming price is right...

Can these be modified very easily to fit a 79-83 ZX? Maybe some cutting and FG work? These look perfect for what I'm trying to do in my project so far. Seriously pro work.

Hahaha! Well, you've stumped me...but I'm still kind of a noob. If I were you, I'd start measuring around both doors and compare each side. Can you see where the strip on the bad door is worn most to isolate the problem area?

EDIT: Double-post. Sorry!

Any pics installed yet?

I saw a guy on cardomain with a custom box that housed two speakers that was attached to the door panel without much cutting. I'll post a link when I get to a real computer. I was thinking about putting two 6x9 2way speakers in the back and two new 4-inch up front with two tweeters OR moving the two 6x9s up front at the door panel with new 4 inch ones in the dash and just keeping the subs in the back. I've also thought about molding an FG box on the top of the strut towers in the back facing forward...So many options! I've got some time to think about it, it's around -30F right now so I'm not touching the Z until it's warmer. Ovenfood, I realize it's going to be insanely loud, but right now it's a lot for show.

I'm hoping to get that kit as well when I catch up on my performance To-Do's, but from what I've seen it might be difficult to make it look that good. Some of the pictures I've seen make it look like the bumper sticks out so far that it looks awkward and also the angle is wrong and it the gap between the headlight housing and the front skirt gets a little bit too obvious. I'm guessing some molding and customization could definitely he'll though. I'll try to find some pictures when I'm on a real computer.

So, would one of those 200amp alternators work with a stock S130 or only the V8 conversion? I was about to by a 220 amp for my 1980 280ZX for around $500 dollars, but those are only $200 and still have good output at idle. I don't know much about V8 Zs..

Have you seen this thread: New weatherstrip alternative? I read the whole thing even though I have an S130 and still got some useful info. It looks like there are some more junk yard options that have worked for people too: Have you tried redoing both passenger AND driver's side doors or just one? If one side fits and the other doesn't, I'd have to agree that your door may have sagged due to age.

Oh okay, I'm planning on doing that soon too. This is a fantastic build. Great paint choice!

Inspirational build! Where is the hood from? And the side slots? I'd love to get something like that.

What are those tail light covers? Or are they tinted with a lens paint?

I've considered that too, I might just do it all. It's all free, so I'll just do it big.

How will I know what alternators will fit? Should I get a 200 amp? Thanks for the help.

Ohh okay, I like that idea...would a 10 really fit in that back panel? And I don't know much about electrical; would I need a high output alternator?