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We dont either, They are from Google Image Search.

I think its more of what is left thats not rusted? What you can see is just the surface rust, rusts are like cancer you wont know its there until that first symtom and its already too late. When I bought my car I checked thorroughly for rust and still when I stripped her down I found more rust. I wouldnt worry too much with cosmetic rust since its going to be a stripped down race car, just check for structural rust as suggested by other members.

Thanks Steve, do you by any chance know the part number for the bolts?

Thanks guys, I'll confirm after when they are here. As for the bolts, should I order them from Nissan or any high tensile bolts will do?

Does anyone know what Z those cvs came from? They look a bit long for the 280zxt's, Im thinking of the z31 NA cvs but Im not sure, could be z32? The reason I ask is I want to source the bolts for the cv to the flange. Thanks

John is right, as long as you're in that range you should be fine. Those numbers came from the FSM btw.

Backlash is .0051 to .0071

Maynot be the case since the right wheel moves when it's dragged forward. I would check the diff, if necessary unbolt the uni-joints and see if the wheels move.

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What colour is this?

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=23131&d=1210737475

If I remember correctly the some of the early Zs do have mechanical cruise control (hand throttle) by lever located in the center console. The cable links to the accelerator pedal, thing is it doesnt release the pedal even if you step on the brake so it is very prone to accident. I advise you not to hook it back up.

From the look of it I think the front engine moved slightly to the left (driver side) which I think, makes sense since the impact generated at an angle on right side.

Good work, where about are you?

Here is a diagram from FSM :classic: