shadesh

Hi, Can you send me some pics of your wheels. Here is mine.

.. still looking for someone to trade. not sure what happened with Henry. If you still have it call me.. Thanks.

Henry, I will call you. Thanks!

Hi, I have a set of wheels that are Enkei look alikes and would like to trade them for Snowflakes or other ZX wheels you may have... I am in Hawthorne, CA and prefer local exchange only. Thanks Shadesh

I have a functioning one from a 1975. Let me know.

Everyone, Thanks for your input and yes I am still following this thread. I have not bought a welder yet but am considering saving and buying a name brand welder in the 300-500 range. Atleast I will be rest assured that I can utilize the welder for various welding needs. Grumpyvette made a comment about saving over a period of a couple of years before being able to buy one.. Thank You for that because I learned that I ought to be more patient... and so I will continue to save. Oh, by the way, if there is someone in Southern California who would be willing to lend me a hand with your welder, please let me know... I actually only have a few areas (small) that needs a new piece welded in..

You may want to take a look at how the Volkswagon Bugs "popout" windows are set up..I have a 66 with popouts. There is a hinge on the pillar that has I think 8 small screws that go through the aluminum trim.. There other side has a latch that pivots open and shut... You could definately use that system for your z.. hope that helps.

I guess you fellas are right.. I might as well save up and get something like Roostmonkey suggested... man!.. Well Thank You all. again.. I appreciate it.

Thanks for your input. I appreciate it..

Will something like below work? CHICAGO 90 Amp Flux Wire Welder, MIG 100 .BRAND NEW . No Gas Required . Specifically designed to use self-shielding flux-cored welding wire, eliminating any need for gas and regulators normal MIG welders require. Includes: 4" spool of flux-core wire, spare welding tip, wire brush/hammer and welding mask Self-regulating feed control Thermal protection with warning light Carry handle on lid Input: 115 volt, 15 amp, single phase Welding current (2 settings) 63 to 68 amps (low), 79 to 90 amps (high) Duty cycle: 10% @ 80 amps, 18% @ 60 amps Wire capacity: 0.030"

I saw this welder for sale but was not sure if I can use this to do light welding on my datsun 280z? I have to weld some sheet metal (4 inch x 4 inch) and repair the rear hatch sill area. Below is the welder description. Should I buy? I know most will say to get a Mig but this one is cheap abd if it can be used for my purposes, I would like to go for it.. Weldmatic 100 - (115 v.a.c/60Hz) Arc welder - Uses stick electrodes - welds up to 100 amps Thanks all..

I thought about this and yes it makes sense to not torque at 25 ft lbs. I saw the chart you mentioned and yes, it states 13-15 I believe. However, I would like to direct your attention to page 94 in that book. It specifically states 25-33 ft lbs. I looked at my torque wrench again and I did dial it in at 25 ft lbs for the first round of tightening. Did I misunderstand something?

Thanks guy. I am glad you put this write up here.. especially on the #6 with regard to not turning the cam due to risk of bending the valves.. I took the head to the machine shop yesterday and it will cost me 20 to fix that spun thread.

Thank You Sir..

no worries.. I know what you meant...

I actually marked the cam towers before removing. and yes, I checked for binding while I was torquing the cam bolts down. I screwed up when i set the dial on the torque wrench... a really foolish mistake. I should have double checked to see I set it at the right # of pounds. Let this be a lesson for all that follow. Double check your torque wrench and also get familiar with how the numbers are marked on your torque wrench..

If you have the cam tower bolts, may I have them? Please. You can email me at kaviti74@yahoo.com. I really appreciate your generosity.

This is going to be silly but can you tell me what page number you are looking at. Please..

I followed this book to determine what to set my torque wrench at. "How to Rebuild Your Nissan & Datsun OHC Engine (Paperback)". It states to torque at 25-33 ft lbs.. yikes.. did I misread something here?

John, Thank You. I have virtually little to no experience when it comes to engine rebuilds and obviously using the torque wrench. But Thank You. that helps....

I think I have done it this time. I am rebuilding my cylinder head (N42). I was in the process of torquing down the cam bolts with my torque wrench. The manual says 25-33 foot lbs. This is my first rebuild and I totally miscalculated and set the torque wrench at 38lbs. I ended up stripping the thread in the cylinder head for two of the cam bolts. Is the head usable? What can I do to remedy this problem?. Can this be fixed? I am about ready to kick myself for such a foolish mistake. Any help on this will be appreciated. Thanks. Shadesh

Thanks Phlebmaster.. I will take some pics soon and post. Can anyone else chime in as well.. just so that we are certain...Please. Thanks.

I have a L24 engine and wanted to know if I can install the flywheel and clutch from a L28 engine? I bought the l24 without the flywheel and just not sure if I can swap... Any feedback will be really appreciated. Thanks. Shadesh

pm sent pics are below...

still lookin.. anyone. I was told that the 72-74 driveshaft will also fit the 81-83 diff..