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Blob Concerning on-line upgrades advice: Trust, but verify. Been burned too many times. Looks like you have this about solved. Post some pictures when you are done.

No need to to wrap anything. Get rid of the stock starter and replace it with a Hitachi gear reduction or similar starter. Paste this into the search window: "Starter Heat Soak" http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/HIT0/PSL100.oap?pt=N1643&ppt=C0376

discussed before here and other Z sites.

Well written post. I had a R200 with the same slop and replaced it. It helped, but every R200 I have used had a lot of slack and would clunk when shifting.

http://www.zcarparts.com/

A good fit would be under the Engine Components forum.

Note: all the original poster was suggesting was to have a dedicated place to post and search cooling system information.

I ordered a Ron Davis (RD) 24" x 19" radiator today. They are running about 10 weeks to deliver. Not a problem, but has anyone received a RD radiator in less than 10 weeks?

Just set it up the Cooling Forum like the other sub forums with a FAQ pinned to the top, move some informative threads form other forums into the Cooling sub forum and let it fill up with new posts. A first post like What Radiators are You Using, or post your cooling system would be a useful thread to list in the Cooling forum.

Agree. Just spent two days searching radiator threads.

I can relate. This link has lists of what calipers go with which rotors and brackets: http://forums.hybridz.org/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&andor_type=&sid=c97dfedf362bd0134fa39338154643b0&search_app_filters[forums][sortKey]=date&cType=topic&cId=39435&search_app_filters[forums][sortKey]=date&search_term=280zx&search_app=forums&st=25

By the time you are done with your car project you will understand the manual and you will be a better mechanic.

Does anybody know what the items in the pictures are and does anybody have any suggestions as to how i should attempt to problem solve from here? Answer: You need to download a Factory Service Manual (FSM) for your car. It will explain what all of the parts do. Search HybridZ for a FSM. Get a volt ohm meter and learn how to use it. Use the FSM and the schematic posted above and check each part of the ignition system until you find the problem. Running hot wires as a test is going to burn a wire or some component. Asking what this or that is every few hours is never going to help solve your problem. You need to study the FSM and the electrical schematic and methodically go through the car's electrical systems. People are going to be more inclined to help you if it appears that you have been doing your homework first. Study, analyze and then ask the question. Sometimes you just have to think real hard: "Thinking is the hardest work there is, which is the probable reason so few engage in it." -Henry Ford

Post some pictures of the parts.

http://forums.hybridz.org/topic/109702-hybridz-is-not-automotive-101/

Too much background noise and not enough of the "problem sounds".

Are you aware that there are two styles of 280ZX calipers? https://www.google.com/search?q=280zx+rear+brake+caliper&client=ubuntu&hs=zlP&channel=fs&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAmoVChMI2en4vr-FxgIVzFmICh3mPQBN&biw=1344&bih=704 http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/shop_parts/brake_caliper/nissan/280zx.html http://www.partsmonkey.com/en-CA/Part?id=153768&ptnum=4056&PartType=Rear+Brake+Caliper&pvid=9591775&Make=NISSAN/DATSUN&Model=280ZX&Year=1981&Engine=L6-2753cc+2.8L+F/I+TURBO+-+Vin+L28ET http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/CatalogItemDetail.aspx/Brake-Caliper-w-Hardware-Left-Rear-Eclipse-Semi-Loaded-RemfdCaliper-w-Hardware-Left-Rear-Eclipse-Semi-Loaded-Remfd/_/R-SEBSE708A_0248582604 http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/CatalogItemDetail.aspx/Brake-Caliper-w-Hardware-Left-Rear-Eclipse-Semi-Loaded-RemfdCaliper-w-Hardware-Left-Rear-Eclipse-Semi-Loaded-Remfd/_/R-SEBSE1118A_0248582665 You may want to consider using one of the 240SX rear caliper kits.

When you check to see if the "reaction disk" has fallen out of place, also verify that the push rod that goes into the master cylinder is adjusted to the correct length per your Haynes or Chilton or Factory Service manual. Make sure that the reaction disk is in place first and then adjust the push rod. Do a search on push rod adjustment for the details. If you find the reaction disk glue it to the push rod to avoid it falling off the next time you have to remove the master cylinder.

How about a Ford flathead V8. I bet nobody has done that one in a Z. Transmission: I have used Camaro T5 transmissions in two builds. The first one I got from a wrecking yard cost $400 and the second T5 was a new rebuilt for $700. The first build I used the wrecking yard T5 and a used SBC 350 engine with unknown mileage. That was 14 years ago and that car is still on the road.

Just to be clear, you have replaced all of the lights with LEDs?

Small block Chevy V8. It has been done thousands of times all over the world. It is a simple tried and true engine with parts available everywhere. There is even a book that tells you how to do the installation. A Goodwrench create SBC 350 with a mild cam is less than $2000 and will provide about 240 RWHP delivered to your door. It is an easy installation if you have automotive experience or have a helper who does.

I replied to your other thread. For LEDs you will need an electronic flasher because LEDs do not pull enough current to make conventional flasher work. It may come with two prongs and a black ground wire. Plug it in and attach the ground with to the car.

240z. I replied to your other thread on the same subject. If you have LEDs you will need an electronic flasher such as the one I mentioned above. Flashers are standardized such as a 552 type etc. You should be able to go to any parts store and get one. For example: http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/LIT0/FLR536/01546.oap?year=1977&make=Nissan&model=280Z&vi=1209248&ck=Search_flasher_01546_1209248_3006&keyword=flasher&pt=01546&ppt=C0117 Is your flasher non-standard?

I bought an electronic flasher at Oreillys. It has two prongs and a ground wire. It will work with LEDs. Also, Hotronics sells a flasher designed to work with LEDs and conventional bulbs and it has an adjustable flash rate. http://www.hotronicsproducts.com/

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