Mayolives

Thank you for the photo. And I apologize for my slow response. Would it be possible to send a few pictures of the support brackets? They would be very helpful. Thanks again, Tom.

I'm installing a new interior on a 1978, 280Z, coupe. I need pictures of the rear floor area, in particular, the hinged, press board cover that rests over the spare tire and the associated mounting hardware. The FSM is of no help pertaining to this subject. My long story made short is that I removed all these parts in preparation for installing a new interior and to have the car painted. This took place about two years ago and I didn't label the parts when removed. Although I did have the car painted back then, I stored it until the present. For the last several years I have been dealing in first and second generation Z cars and about ten other cars have passed through my little home based business since I stored the 78, 280Z two years ago. I added to my problem, when I parted out a 73, 240Z and all the press board and hardware floor parts from at least two cars are now mixed together. I've now completed most of the interior work including door panels, headliner, dash work, lock work, glass work, etc and need to finish the rear floor section. Now when looking at my pile of floor cover parts, it just doesn't make since to me. If someone would be kind enough to send me pictures of this area including the placement of the mounting brackets, etc., I would be able to finish my work and send this car along to another happy Z car person. This situation should remind us of the importance of taking pictures of and labeling parts when removing them. I've been playing with these cars for decades and have touched about every part on them, but this deal has me "stumped". Thank you in advance for your help, Tom. 843 450 6512 (mayolives) .

Thank you Miles. "A big of snakes" is probably a good description. It will stay in place and I'll keep my good conduct badge, cheers, TB.

Miles, Thank you for the reply and the link. I did feel a little guilty when I posted, but a number of the links I found when searching would not open. I suspect because they were many years old and ? lost? during updates? I did find some You Tube videos that were helpful. I removed a dash from a 78 280 some years ago and recently one from a 73 240 and the job wasn't fun, for sure. I'm currently knee deep restoring my 73 240 and removed the windshield a few days ago. I wanted to complete all the under the dash work before I installed the new glass. Do you believe it would be easier in the long run, to go ahead and remove the dash in order to install the gauges, check out the wiring and prepare it for a new dash cap? It has the original dash in poor condition and doesn't have a cap installed. Thank you for your help, TB.

I'm going to install new gauges in my 73, 240Z. Does anyone have tips or advice for me? I've used Autometer for other builds in the past but is there another gauge that I might consider? Although I'm not a big fan of working upside-down I'm going to leave the dash in place and not remove it from the car. I haven't bought gauges yet but would like to order them within the next few days. Any good advice would be greatly appreciated.

I was referred to a company in Fullerton CA who might have weather strips for early ZX cars. I talked with the owner, Randy, who was very aware of the demand for these seals. He has some listed on his site but doesn't have seals for the doors. However, he has invested in the process of making a complete line for these cars and plans to be able to offer them for sale by the end of this year. This doesn't help me at present to keep the water out of my 79 but at least, their is light at the end of the tunnel. Making the tooling for these seals is a very expensive process. I'm told many thousand dollars need to be handed over so I hope the members here can support his efforts when no other company will do so. I will stay in touch with Randy and post any updates.

I was given another contact yesterday who may be able to help us with zx weather striping. They are Vintage Rubber Products and show several seals for zx cars on their web site, but not anything for the doors. I will call they next week and post my results.

I spoke with Steele Rubber yesterday. They are not interested in making ZX weather striping due to only making product for American cars and initial cost of tooling. However, they have ask me to send a set of ZX door seals to them to see if they could match or come close to a match from their existing inventory of door seals. I will remove the seals from my 79, sent them off and post my findings as soon as I hear from Steele Rubber. Fingers crossed!!!

cgsheen...............You are absolutely correct. Correct positioning of the fender can be a big part of the process and it can be moved about a bunch. I didn't think about it in my response. I guess that I'm losing it in my old age!

Just like Zetsaz states above, the doors from different years are interchangeable. Both the door lock striker and the door hinges are adjustable. The striker can be adjusted, both up/down and in/out. The hinge part that is attached to the body can be adjusted while the other part of it that is attached to the door is stationary and can't be moved. Hint....A little goes a long way. Start with the hinge bolts. Loosen and move the hinge just a little, up/down then in/out, until you have a good fit. Then move the striker until the door closes properly. This job requires patience and a "trial and error" attitude. Just take your time. Also, If your hinge pin is very worn, you will need to replace it for a proper fit. They are NLA from Nissan but pins from another American car will perfectly. I used them but don't remember what car they came from. I remember getting them from the dealer parts dept. Do a search here on the site. There is a post discussing which pin to order.

NISMO_ZXT.............Please contact me. My cell # is 843 450 6512.

Yup, it's a disease and an addiction! Once you get started you can't stop until the money and or time runs out. But a good one indeed.

My son loves his 2010, 370Z just as much as I love my older models. And a new section will bring new interest. Hell, I just might get one to play with real soon!

You are welcome! Although a service manual would not demonstrate how to do a brake conversion, it may give you a better understanding of how things work. The factory service manual is the best but others like Haynes and Chilton manuals are of great help. I have been playing with Z cars for decades and at present, have several and have a number of FSMs. I find myself referring to them all the time. Most of todays tech persons, even those who work at dealerships, will know little about these cars due to their age. Both the tech's age and the Z cars age! Having a good manual by your side is just about like having an experienced tech person helping you, step by step. Keep up the good work. These Z cars are amazing machines. Their design is somewhat timeless and continues to turn heads. They weigh like a bundle of feathers and can be made to be reasonably comfortable. With a little effort, they will " carry the mail" and in general are simple to keep on the road. I suspect that you can feel my love affair with these cars.

A friend with a 70/240 has these seats installed. They fit very well. The backs are lower than OEM backs and the electric seat functions well. His black leather covers are of high quality. They are a good fit and didn't cost a fortune!

Quote: Your install looks fine but I don't know about the E-brake, cable install. Be sure to use the proper clips that attach the brake lines to the brackets on your body. Also, the brakes lines should not be "kinked or strained in any way and should not come into contact with the tires. Don't forget to use brass washers on each side of the banjo fitting. Rock on. You are doing fine!

Have you sold the analyzer? PM or call me if you prefer at 843 450 6512. Please leave message if I can't answer and I will get back to you asap. Thanks, Tom.

Your last post said you were parting out the wagon. What parts are still for sale? PM me if you would like or give me a buzz at 843 450 6512. Please leave a message if I can't answer and I will get back to you ASAP. Thank you, Tom.

Nice looking wheels! Who makes them and how much do they cost?

The Zcarsource kit does not include the door seals. These seals are probably the most wanted of all, especially the small one on top of the door that gets smashed after years of use and it's the one that allows water to enter the cockpit floor. I'm trying to Steel Rubber to make some kits and will post my finding soon.

Steelerubber.com 800 230 5871 They will custom make most any seal. I haven't talked with them yet about my 79 ZX, but have used them in the past for other cars. I need door seals and intend to contact them about my car. Perhaps they will make a small batch if there is enough demand. After I talk with them, I will post my result. I may start another thread asking for ZX owners to post their weather stripping needs. Apparently there are different t-top designs for the various years. Are the rest of the seals the same for all the ZX years?

Lt1z13, I believe your air dam is like the one on my track car. I used the two openings that were designed for driving lights, as air ducts and piped them to my front brakes for cooling. I purchased it a number of years ago and I believe it came from Showcar-parts.com. in Canada. I bought ZX frame supports (rails) from them a few weeks ago and they are good people to deal with. The owner, I forget his name, loves to tell you about how much he dislikes the current, Canadian political situation that he likens to what happened by the past US bunch that was defeated during our last presidential election.

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Thank you JT . I found the Seymour Cast Blast at Amazon. Good stuff! TB.

I may have posted my request in the wrong thread, I would like to order the following shirts. They are to be shipped to Zip 29582, North Myrtle Beach, SC. Please send payment instructions. two black med size short sleeve two black med size long sleeve two black med size hoodies