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Ha Sorry, but I've got plans for it for my 280.

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I've used B&M pro sticks, as well as TCI's version of the same shifter. You just need to cover the stock shifter opening with a small plate and then you can mount your shifter to that plate. If you line it up right, you can use the stock console. Here's some pics of my latest project, which has the same shifter: tci shifter I'll be using the same shifter in my next 240, which is getting an LT1 with 4l60e. If you go this route, be sure to get the gate plate for a 700r4/4l60e.

+1 for John at Reaction Research. I bought a 280 vented fiberglass hood from him a few years ago and couldn't ask for a better hood or better customer service.

Unfortunately, I don't have anything new worth reporting. I've been working on the 260z, did a few things to the 240z, and have been helping a friend on occasion with his insanely awesome '60's mustang. The list of remaining items on the 260z keeps growing (nasty while-i'm-at-it situation). I should have some updates up on the 260z and the 240z in the coming weeks. Work on the goon will follow. It will definitely be a summer project... I really miss driving that car and want it back on the road. People at work have been asking about it, too. Sorry to keep you waiting...

Nissan dealer is the best place, but they are pricey. I've heard/read that the aftermarket fenders you can get at Black Dragon don't fit properly. What's wrong with the fenders you have?

I found the grill I was looking for. This thread can be closed/removed. Thanks, Ryan

I still love that SS hood. Pics of your new 280, stat.

Drill out the spot welds.

That's a great looking 260. If it were me, I wouldn't hesitate to buy that car. I've converted a few 260's and 280's to having 240 air dams and turn signals. It's not difficult at all to do, but depends on which air dam you're trying to mount. If you use the air dam like on Austin's car, it's very easy and may not require any modifications. I put that same type of air dam on a 280 several years ago and don't recall having to cut anything. I've also installed Kaminari air dams (like the one in my sig below) on 260's and 280's and that required trimming some metal here and there. Looking at the pics of the 260 you're interested in, I don't think you'll have to do much to get the look you desire. Get the air dam you want and try to mount it up. If anything looks like it'll prevent you from mounting it easily, break out the grinder, but only trim what you have to trim. It looks like the lower valence on that car already has indentions where 240 lights would mount if you were willing to cut the proper openings. It already has the skinny bumpers, so you're most of the way there with the look you want..

Glad to see that you're still at it, man. Looking forward to pics of those brakes installed.

I tried to order two radiator mounting kits from JTR a few weeks ago and got refunded for both. They said they're not going to sell them any more.

A ZX shift lever tends to make contact with the hole in the tunnel on the s30's. If you swap the ZX lever for an early lever, assuming you have one, you shouldn't have to cut anything at all.

Looking good! What radiator is that?

The pic you posted is of z31 turbo axles. The n/a z31 axles look like the 280zx turbo axles, but are longer. Click the link I posted above for more info.

They appear to be 280zxt, but it's hard to tell from a picture. Measure the length to know for sure which axles they are. Read this page for length info on the 280zxt and 300zx axles: http://zhome.com/rnt/FordPower/HalfShaft.html

If don't have any of the factory stuff, just buy an aftermarket heater: http://www.summitracing.com/search/Section/Heaters/Part-Type/Heaters-Automotive/?Ns=Price%7cDesc&autoview=SKU&keyword=heater&RC=50

Take the bumper off, so that you have access to the existing holes on the bottom of the headlight buckets/extensions. Position the airdam where you expect it to be when mounted, with the lip at the top of the airdam behind the headlight bucket. Mark and drill two holes, using the existing holes in the bottom of the headlight bucket as reference. You'll need to drill one more hole at the back of the airdam, where it lines up with the bottom of fender. Get some good nuts, bolts, flat washers, and lock washers and mount it back up. Don't overtighten the bolts. Once you get it mounted back up, reinstall the bumper and you'll be good to go. Below is a pic for reference. The position of the bolt locations I used are noted in red (you cant see the back bolt, since it's on the back side sandwiching the fender and airdam together).

I used a cell that included a sending unit, along with an aftermarket gauge.

It looks like Legendary Cars changed names to Fiber Concepts. Reference: http://www.nicholsservices.com/vega/my-vega3.htm I googled them and found they have a website (and different address and contact details than the vega link above) which lists the Datsun hoods: http://www.fiberpartsconcepts.com/1289556.html I can still take measurements if you want, but the pic on that page looks right to me. Ryan

True story. I haven't worked on them much since May (too hot and too busy with work). I have several small items to take care of on my black 260 and then start on the wagon. I'm trying not to think about the other three cars I need to do something to after the 260 and wagon.

This is a great suggestion.

I have two of those hoods. They were made by "Legendary Cars". I bought mine through JC Whitney, but they don't list them anymore. Check here for some info about contacting Legendary Cars directly: Legendary Cars Hood Info Let us know if they're still offering these hoods.

PM sent for 1 puller. Thanks, Ryan