[Just moved to Portland, Oregon]

Captain Napalm,

 

Welcome to Beaverton and Hybrid Z.  You are in good company here.  I too live in Beaverton.  I would be happy to help you out.  Give me a call at 503-626-4876.

 

Regards,

 

Mike

[freckin intake / exhaust manifold heatshield]

Jomz Shakes,

 

Sorry you are having so much trouble.  I to have been thru this, with 2 differant Z's none the less.  I came to the realization that pulling the motor was the only way to go.  You can then get at the bolts, clean up the threads and replace the manifold gaskets easily.  I did not put the heat shield back on.  I had both manifolds jet coated.  I then put the manifolds back in place.  This was easy to do.  Put the engine back in the car and I was ready to go.  I hope this helps out.

[L series only 6cyl rockers]

Brian Kostraba can be contacted on this forum. He goes by the name of Zcarbum. Brian handles an assortment of parts for Z cars. He is a pleasure to do business with. I hope this helps out.

 

Mike H

[L series only 6cyl rockers]

Brian Kostraba in Bend Oregon is now suppling us with brand new rockers. Compared to originals they represent a weight savings of approximately 20%. I believe they are balanced as well. I hope this helps you.

 

Mike H

[User Control Board]

Super Dan,

 

I have read your email pertaining to Location posting. I believe I have now complied with your wishes. Will you be so kind as to verify?

 

Regards,

 

Michael Hintz

[2 + 2 quarter window trim molding]

I am trying to find a source for some black vinyl trim. This vinyl trim piece goes between the stainless steel window trim and the body of the car on the back quarter windows. The application is for a 1979/80 2 + 2. Thanks in advance for any recommendation.

 

Regards,

 

Mike Hintz

[Modern Songs?? Anyone find themselves liking something you wouldn't have thought?]

Gitarzan, by Ray Stevens. This has to be an all time great.

[flea market find]

PR280z

 

It looks like the New Year is starting good for you. Congrats. on the find.

 

Mike

[Best Z06 burnout EVER!]

What's scary is that we have people like this driving on the public roads.

[A birthday wish to Mz. Rushman]

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Please join with me in wishing Isabella Rushman (aka. daughter of BRAPP) a Happy Birthday. She is 5 (five) years old this weekend. She is truly a little princess. Happy Birthday Isabella!

 

Attn: Ad Men. Forgive me for using this section of the forum as I am not allowed to use the "announcements" section.

 

Regards;

 

Mike

[ugliest z]

Check out the luggage are. It looks as though either the car or the driver runs on Corona.

[Holy Shnikes! Legendary Motorcars SuperCuda]

That' the nuts!

[Interior Vinyl Paint]

I have no experience with Dupli-Color, however I have used SEM stain/paint for the interior with fantastic results. The interior is going on three years old after using the SEM product on the door panels, kick panels and other inside parts and it still looks extremely good. This is a D.D. By the way, I did follow the manufactures instructions to the letter by using their cleaner and prep products.

 

Mike

[The total cost of paint supplies?]

Logan 1;

 

Scott M67 is offering some very valuable advice. Before using these products do a little reading on Isocyanate Vapor. This stuff can shorten your life. Are you old enough to remember the 1984 Bhopal, India tragedy that killed thousands? This is the same stuff. Be safe and good luck with your project.

 

Mike

[ever wanted to jack-up the rear of your car?]

So he can back over fire hydrants.

[Oil Filters & thier qualities]

Question: What attributes combine to make a quality oil filter for an engine, and based on your personal feelings how do some of the "name brand" filters rate?

 

Mike

[Brakes gone Wild]

dv82xl;

 

Research "Reaction Disc" located in the brake section. I hope this helps you out.

 

Mike

[weird brake problem, cant find anyone else who has it.]

Halloweeen Z;

 

What you describe sounds very much like a reaction disc issue based on my personal experience. I could go into detail, however it has been covered before. Use the Search feature looking for "reaction disc". Keep us posted of your progress.

 

Mike

[Greatest Freakout Ever!]

Teenagers!

[Happy Birthday BRAAP]

RTz;

 

You may have "rounded up" a bit, however poor old Paul is one step closer to the "Old Fart" camp. Happy B day Paul. Remember,in addition to Hybrid Z friends, Ibuprofen and Geritol will be there too support you as well.

 

M

[Weigh your car for free with no scales.]

Dan Juday;

 

Good point! Four tires with 30 psi each....well there's 120 lb. all by itself.

 

Mike

[Mercedes Benz M104 engine for the 240Z]

Mag58;

 

I noticed the "hammer in hand". Is that a Mercedes tool of some sort?

[Is my Master Cylinder Toast?]

Progect BBZ;

 

Do a search on "Reaction Disc". I hope this helps you out. Keep us advised of your progress.

 

Mike

[I need a quick answer about brakes.]

Asking questions is a great way to learn. Read on.

 

A Block is a set of pulleys all mounted on a single axle. When rope or line is run through a block or a series of blocks the whole assembly is called a Tackle. It usually is a compound machine. Somewhat similar to a come-along.

 

Mike

[I need a quick answer about brakes.]

Can you use a block and tackle in order to lower it the street?