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quote: Originally posted by corZette: Hey guys corZette here in Japan. I need to order some paint to paint my car. I want to get it over the internet. Does anybody have a site they can share? Boy this restoration is going slow but going. I am replacing all rusted body parts with ZINC metal. It will never rust in the same spot again. Any help is appreciated. I have many pics to share of the on going process. Does anyone know how I can get a free web site? Thanks

Hey guys corZette here in Japan. I need to order some paint to paint my car. I want to get it over the internet. Does anybody have a site they can share? Boy this restoration is going slow but going. I am replacing all rusted body parts with ZINC metal. It will never rust in the same spot again. Any help is appreciated. I have many pics to share of the on going process. Does anyone know how I can get a free web site? Thanks

Can anyone tell me where I can get a cylinder honing tool that I can attach to a drill for honing my block? They don't do that here in Japan for some reason....anyone please and how much do they run? Thanks CorZette[*]null

Hey guys its CorZette again. I am pulling my engine over here for the rebuild. I am going with the AFR 190 heads. SOMEONE posted a website address with engine build ups of 350s and 383s with the AFR heads. It had all the CAM and Carb combos etc.. combinations listed. Does anyone know what that address is? I am in the process of ordering all of my parts. I have a 350 .040 over. I want to get flat top pistons but don't know what brand to get to be compatible with the AFRs. Also, AFR has a suggested intake that I want. The total build was supposed to produce around 450 HP. It had a Comp Cam listing as well...HELP!!!! Someone please tell me you have the info...Its is V8 TIME over here in Okinawa and the streets will never be the same. I will put up a website soon of some of the things going on over here... Thanks in advance V8ers... CorZette

What is Torque Converter Stall? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stall speed is the point where a converter has reached it's maximum fluid flow or it has hydraulically locked up because torque multiplication has reached it's highest point. All stall speed ratios are approximate and will vary, based on the torque of the engine. Small and Big Block combinations will vary 300 to 500 R.P.M.'s Stall speed is the amount of engine R.P.M. that can be attained at full throttle with the brakes locked and the transmission in gear before the drive wheels turn. It is very important to determine if your vehicles drive wheels turn before the desired stall is reached, you must either "flash" the converter to attain higher stall or install a brake proportioning valve that directs more fluid to the drive wheel brakes to better hold the vehicle. In either case, attainable stall ratio will not exceed 3500 R.P.M., due to the vehicle braking system, which is even worse with disc brake equipped cars. Performance engines are modified to produce more horsepower and torque and it is essential to know what the peak torque of your engine is and to match the stall speed ratio of the torque converter with the engines power curve. This match will give the optimum performance or "launch" of the vehicle. There are no closer-tied components in any vehicle than the engines camshaft the the torque converter. Attention to this detail is of utmost importance to your vehicle's optimum performance.

Sorry, here is the link if anyone wants to know... http://www.mortec.com/carbtip1.htm CorZette

Scottie, here is a place that has ANYTHING you need regarding body parts. He is in Canada but ships anywhere. Web Site: www.showcars-bodyparts.com Email: showcars@idirect.com CorZette Terry

Frank, if the gauge is not at zero when it is not running, there is air in it. there should be a little rubber cap on the back that you can open to let it out. Then it will go back to zero. At least Holley does this.

Thanks guys. I DO want to get a cell and will but I don't have the money or time right now. My engine was running fine with the stock motor and Holley 600 but after I Bored it 40 over and put a 510 lift cam etc...it just dies if and sputters if I floor it for too long. I am sure the engine sucks alot more gas than before. Its around 350 HP or so. What is a good cell to buy that has the sender built in? Around 12 or 15 gallons. CorZette ------------------ CorZette 73 240Z/357 SBC WITH L88 COWL INDUCTION HOOD

Glen, I think the coupe 280 Z tanks are the same with the 3/8 pickup. I am gonna buy the tank today from the junk yard. I will have it vatted and also on the bottom of the tank in back of the drain plug, I am gonna have them weld on a fitting for a 3/8 inch fitting. That way if the line up top is still too small. I can attach a hose from the bottom of the tank, (like a fuel cell). These fittings come in 3/8 to 3/8 and 3/8 to 1/2. You can get them for about $1.00 each at a hose shop. Then you have to find a filter with 1/2 in and out if you have the 1/2 line. I plummed my fuel line before when I put my rebuilt engine in. I have 1/2 line from the pump to the regulator and then 3/8 to the carbs. I'll let you know how this works. I have a 73 as well...the pain ohh the pain...by the way...does your car cut out at the top of second or third gear after it has ran awhile? Do you lose fuel pressure after it warms up? It acts like the tank doesn't vent right. There is an apparent vacuum in the tank....I would think about checking the venting on the new tank as well or installing a rollover valve from JEGS etc...about $20.00. Well more later..... CorZette ------------------ CorZette 73 240Z/357 SBC WITH L88 COWL INDUCTION HOOD

Guys, how do I replum the gas tank on a stock 240? Do I have the guy at the VAT shop cut out the existing fuel pick ups and just have him weld a 1/2 inch steel tube down into it? I am having the same probs that Mikelly was having BUT I still have the stock lines coming out of the tank which are smaller than 3/8. I hear a hissing sound when the pump is on and the clear fuel filter up front will bubble when the pump is shut off. does the tank vent line supposed to stay connected to the neck by the fuel cap or repositioned? Any help is appreciated. CorZette

Guys, I am rebuilding the CorZette engine and Tranny. What should I do to the Tranny (700 R4) to bring it up to handling around 350 to 400HP or so with a good shift kit? What would be the best thing to add or upgrade? I'll tell my mechanic when he does it if I can get some good advice! Thanks! CorZette

O.K. guys, who out there has the MSD 6A etc on their Z? I understand the diagram. I have the Mallory unilite 9000 series distributor (Three wires coming out of the unit, brown, green, red) when all the wires are placed as in the diagram, I still have the Ballistic Resisitor with the Z's green wire on one side and Black/white strip on the other, then the tach wire going to the coil plus side. When the MSD is hooped up, ONLY two wires from the MSD or supposed to be hooked up. O.K. how do I hookup the remaining wires on the resistor? Do I leave them there and put the tach wire into the tach slot on the MSD unit? Do I need a tach adapter or does it work with the stock tach? Isn't that wjat the resisitor is for? ANYONE PLEEEEAASE help and say you know exactly what I am talking about!!!L.O.L Thanks in advance.... CorZette

Guys, i was driving my 240 V8 today and the engine started cutting out bad. I checked the fuel pressure and it was only 3...I turned off the car and kept the pump running and checked the rear near the tank. I heard a SSSSSSSSS sound like a tire going flat. I turned off the pump and that was it. Sounds like I have a vapor lock somewhere. I took off the gas cap but no change. Does anyone know how the stock 240 Z's vent system works? Did anyone have this problem before? I am having 1/2 inch pickups put in and replummed next week....any help is appreciated. CorZette

I am in...I will take two sets as well.... let me know when, where, how much etc... hrb4life@iglobal.net CorZette ------------------ CorZette 73 240Z/350 SBC WITH L88 COWL INDUCTION HOOD

If your interested in knowing what my Stock 350 with the 700 R4 and street tires/no converter, Holley 750 VAC , block huggers, mild mild cam ran, it was 13.9's at 98 MPH. I figure only about 260HP or so. I can't wait to get the engine done &*%$#@. I am doing the new 1/2 inch fuel lines and getting the tank replummed for the new lines as well. Up front is almost done. What does amyone think of the new ZZ5 motor from scoggin? 385 HP with quick burn heads. CorZette

Guys, I have a 350 with headers and Holley 600 and a mild CAM. What timing should I use at 800 RPM idle? also, what should my IDLE RPM be? Any help is appreciated. CorZette

Pete, I had this problem and I took out my thermostat, it runs real cool now and much better when at idle.

Guys, I just upgraded my fuel system to the Holley Blue pump. I now run at 7 PSI at idle vice the measley 4PSI from the mechanical pump. I notice now that my carb hiccups when I floor it off the line and when I punch it rolling at 5 MPH or so It jumps but the engine almost dies then comes back. I am pissed and confussed...anyone ever have that problem? Do I need to adjust the bowl levels? I have a Holley 600 vacuum secondary. Any help is appreciated. I am about ready to throw the carb away and get an Edelbrock carb!!!! HELP!!! CorZette

I want to thank everyone for their input. Looks like we have a real tight board and I am proud to be a part of it. I spent 12 years in Japan and raced FairLady Z's for quite awhile. You become a part of this Datsun Z thing after so many years. My first one was a 73 Fairlady. Strangly enough my current car is a 73 as well. I will going back to Japan soon and will get the Steering and Dash parts to convert my car back to a Fairlady style when I come back. I was just throwing out questions on rear end setups as I haven't a clue on how to do it. Can anybody give me some places to check where to get the 4 link setup at a reasonable price with a Ford 9 inch???? Also, do you all think a 383 stroker with VORTEX heads is a good deal? I am considering buying a crate motor since mine is over 25 years old and stock. Mikes setup is awesome and I wish I knew as much about it because I like to do things myself but I want to be safe. By the way, I am in Lubbock TX and I don't want to pay $10,000 FOR THE SETUP....ANY IDEAS GUYS??? Thanks again and lets remember, we are a TEAM out here in Z land, no matter what engines we have. This Z thing is a VERY special thing and please lets none of us forget that. This is what sets us apart from all the other cut throat so called clubs out there! CorZette...

According to NISSAN, you have to use 140Weight gear oil in the rear and only 1 quart for the R200.

Guys, here is the place for the Ford 9 inch setup. A little spendy but will solve all the drive train problems. DUTCHMAN M/SPORTS "9"" FORD IRS" DUTCHMAN INDEPENDENT REAR SUSPENSION http://www.hotrodheaven.com/ $3995 Your Price $3995.00 WEBSITE:

Can anybody tell me if the Leaf Spring and straight axle setup is O.K. on the 240 Z. If not, why and woulod I need to put a SUB FRAME in the rear to weld the Spring mounts to, or can I attach to the existing frame? Somebody please help. I can't afford the custom setup...too expensive. HELP!!! CorZette

John, just put mine on today...I don't see a problem...it squats a little more but nothing drastic. Feels tight around corners but you don't lean as much. Once your used to that I think its a better deal. CorZette 570Z

Guys, Motorsports sells the factory replacement Floor Pans for About $300 or just standard stiffer replacements for $169.00. Just trying to help. CorZette