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L20 is gone which someone replaced with an L24 with E31 head and the somewhat rare 2400 OHC valvecover. Triple Mikunis, 6-3-2 header and unknown [rusty] exhaust. Does have the rallye clock, which works! Note the forklift which hoisted the Fairlady onto the upper level of the transporter - thankfully it did zero damage to the chassis. Forklift operator was either very skilled, very lucky or both. Either way I'm grateful.

After many years of searching and Fairlady [4 total] deals slipping through my fingers one has finally come into my possession. Ironically it's white, same as my LS1 powered 1973 240z. Delivered after 3+ months awaiting Washington state DMV to issue the title she arrived via carrier on Sunday morning June 8th, 2014. She's a bit rough and needs much love [after sitting for unknown years outside] but will make a nice daily driver once completed. Today I connected the new battery, sprayed a bit of ether in the triple carbs and fired her up [last week spent ~30 min freeing the sticking butterflies on the carbs, putting her in gear and rocking to see if the engine was siezed-not!]. Sputtering and choking she finally came to life. Brief backfire then subsequent fire [in all 3 carbs] but was extinguished then started again. The list of needs [to just safely drive her] is growing. Plan is to get her roadworthy, drive and save $ for the restoration. Not decided on color or any other details at this time, just want to cruise. Floors are solid [when I had it on the lift] and chassis appears to be pretty solid. somebody jumped on the roof and collapsed it, person i purchased it from popped it up but will either need to be replaced or 'massaged'. Believe it's a Fairlady Z-L model, built late 1971 [likely December] but won't know for sure till i can spy the wire harness tag. From what i gather the Z-L was equipped with; 5 speed, rubber strips on the bumpers, passenger foot rest & rallye clock. This car also has [which initially I thought was for a flashlight] the roadside flare bracket [left kick panel]. Thanks to Tony D for 'enlightening' me, as always! So far I know it needs [due to rust]: hatch, possibly left door, maybe front fenders, wiper cowl and dog leg panels and perhaps rockers. I have the fenders, dog legs & rockers. Also have a hatch but not as rust free as I'd like. So I'm looking for [rust free]: hatch, left door and JDM wiper cowl... Some pics

It's alive, it's alive, it's alive!

theadkiller, i pulled my spare from an old datsun maxima. 16" space savef, fits in the tire well easily with more room that the original and is light and clears the 240sx brake upgrade for the rear!

Mirrors are Vitaloni Californian. Still available, somewhere. Come stock in black & easily paintable.

After many years and ladies slipping through my fingers I can finally add myself to the list! Just arrived via carrier transport this morning from the west coast. Shes a bit rough but with love will be a great driver some day. Need to get her running and start my Fairlady Z thread! 1972 Fairlady Z!

Like to see pics of the Z and specs.

A wonderfully melodious cacophony!

Phar, I'm asking specifically about RHD Z's. If there are 10 in your local jy, go pull all / any RHD specific parts from them!

I don't know but thought someone else here may have an estimate as to how many [RHD - Right Hand Drive] Fairlady Z's there are in the states. Guess I'd lump together the 70-78, coupe & 2+2 models. I know of 6. EvilZ [75], friend in Lutz, FL [70], guy in CA has 3 [seen him on FB] and a 72 which just sold in Washington state.

Now, we need a driving video & pics of the car!

Sorry [as thread 'starter' and LT group buy organizer] I wasn't able to chime in sooner but as Zfan1 kindly posted Blake's contact info. You can also reach him on FB.

I have a NOS stainless steel/chrome short stalk set if you're interested. Same as on my z [avatar] but they're now powdercoated satin black. PM me...

Nick, I may have the left [usa driver side] window regulator you need but want to ensure it's correct. Do you have the old one? Either measure that or the door where it mounts and let me know the [longest] distance between the 4 mounting bolts [there are 4 that form a rectangle and surround the window crank]. Likely have the other piece you need as well, what length is it? Send them in an email, best way I can get pics to you as well. PM'd you also. palermodavid13@gmail.com david

the Z looks ready to tackle summer!

Mine is forward of the rad, cooler air and drops that IAT at least 50 degrees. Running a DE one year at WGi during a pretty heavy rainstorm [downpour, typical upstate NY weather pattern] and it cut out a little. In the 20,000 miles I've now logged since spring 2006 that is the 1 and only time and that was a momentary sputter. My K&N is oiled but has no shielding.

I had the opportunity to run there back in 1990 when stationed at NAS Corpus Christi, agree - it was a blast!

Pics of your Z would be great for this thread.

Did you find what you need for the auto to manual swap?

I'd agree with Keith and keep the indentations. Couple of ideas: 1. keep them stock width, install the bumper and see how it looks that way 2, if it appears to be lost or too deep into the indentation due to the widened fenders then you could splay the bumper ends by modifying the angle to which they mount to the center bar 3, widen the center bar

In my previous post I indicated that the handle ends you're looking for I have, attached to the handle [new in package from Nissan]. I do have a pair but have not seen a Z with the handle only on the passenger side. Let me know what you need and will do m best to help.

I have the rubber blocks, used, email me; palermodavid13@gmail.com.

Wow, ok I've subscribed! Great beginning to what looks to be another fantastic HybridZ build!

Looks like a European model based on the bumper mounted lights. Looks like a left drive model and what is up with that funky side view mirror?

I have the entire handle with chrome ends, NOS in the bag. Email me if interested for photo & price. palermodavid13@gmail.com