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    WTB: Racemark Steering Wheel

    in Parts Wanted

    Posted · Edited by spitz17

    Hi Hybrid -

     

    I'm looking to purchase a 70's period Racemark Steering Wheel. Steering wheel must be in good condition with a good handle. Patina is OK, but no thrashed leather please. If you have the hub it is a big plus as well. A diameter of 350~360 MM is ideal. No wood please.

     

    Will pay a fair market price $200~$300 depending on condition. 

     

    Thank you.

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    Anyone know good shop to shorten driveshaft in SF Bay Area?

    in Drivetrain

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    Sorry for the late reply tamo - I did replace the u-joint at the same time. I can't remember if $150 included the new u-joint or not. Did you speak with them yet?

     

    Thanks for the info, Crusher. 

    How much did you pay for the service?

     

    Badler,

    Wow, that's nice to build brand new one! However, I'm not serious for racing or so, I rather just shorten my extra 280z driveshaft.

     

     

    Thanks Spitz17

    That's great to know the shop hsa good reputation!

    I also found article about South Bay Driveline.

    http://forums.hybridz.org/topic/103882-drive-shaft-gap-after-240sx-transmission-conversion-swap-in-280z/?p=971547

     

    I got quote from them , it's $150 for shorten driveshaft.

     

     

     

    Did you replace U-joint also?

     

    Reading Blue's article:

    http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/ujoint/index.html

     

    I couldn't find Spicer 5-1501x.

    Thus, I order Moog / Precision 391 instead.

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    Anyone know good shop to shorten driveshaft in SF Bay Area?

    in Drivetrain

    Posted · Edited by spitz17

    tamo3,

     

    South Bay Driveline: http://www.yelp.com/biz/south-bay-driveline-san-jose?osq=balance+driveshaft

     

    I did the same conversion as you, and I believe my shorten and rebalance was about $125. Out of my stupidity, it turned out that I measured my driveshaft wrong and had to bring it back  for more shortening. They did a half-off shorten and rebalance for me for only $50. Great guys.

     

     

    Hi,

     

    I picked up FS5W71C and 71B bellhouse.

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    I need find shop to shorten my driveshaft.

     

    Does anyone know good shop with reasonable price for shorten driveshaft in SF Bay Area?

    I don't mind other region as long as  with reasonable price and quality.

     

    Let me know.

     

    Thanks in advance.

     

    tamo3

    Fairlady Z [1970-78], how many RHD estimated in the USA?

    in S30 Series - 240z, 260z, 280z

    Posted · Edited by spitz17

    Glenn aka spit17 here has one. It's a 71 or 72. I think TonyD has at least one, and the L31DETT guy has one.

     

    Checking in - I know of at least 5-6 in California alone, probably more. 

     

    My best guess after reviewing zhome and speaking with owners throughout my ownership... most likely 30 or so. More if we're talking all year Fairlady's, not just early cars. From what I've gathered, I own the only 240Z-L model (one trim level below the 240Z-G).

    WTB: Triple 50PHH Mikuni Carburetors

    in Parts Wanted

    Posted · Edited by spitz17

    Hello Hybrid -

     

    As the title states, I am searching for a complete set of Triple 50 MPHH Mikuni Carburetors. Linkage would be a huge plus. 

     

    These have "180" stamped on the butterflies. Mikuni 50's only come in the "old style" dual screw jet cover configuration and the bodies of these carbs are made of magnesium. Pictured below.

     

    Will pay fair price. Please PM me what you have, or e-mail chioug AT gmail d00t com.

     

    Thank you for your time

     

     

    spitz17

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    Post pics of your z's here!!

    in Non Tech Board

    Posted · Edited by spitz17

    I love the stance of your Z, spitz. What's your suspension setup?

     

    What do you think of the 911 compared to the Z? Doesn't seem like too many people (that I can find) have experience with both, but I've heard the 911 rides/handles better.

     

    To be completely honest - stock for stock, I would say the 911's. But out of my cars, the Z handles best. The setup consists of ground control coilovers, Techno Toy TC rods, control arms, and Toyo RA1 tires. The modern R180 CLSD also helps pull out of corners a lot quicker. My 911T is completely stock, and I am tempted to say it handles better than the Z with the right driver behind the wheel. Early 911's are notorious for odd handling characteristics due to the engine being so far back. The 911 has always been in a different class than the Z, so I guess it's expected. The 914 may be more comparable? But I haven't driven one, so I can't say.

     

    On another note - the 930 Turbo is a completely different animal. It's pretty much a point and shoot car, because it has so much turbo lag. Probably why so few survived, and most were wrapped around a tree within a few years. :) But this is why I like it - it has its own unique charm haha.

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