reverendzed Posted June 12, 2011 Share Posted June 12, 2011 Hey Guys, I'm an Aussie just moved to Tampa florida and Picked up a 74 260z soon after I arrived. This is my 4th 'Z' or 'Zed' as we call them, but need some help finding a mechanic around Tampa that knows their Datsuns. Any help would be appreciated. I was/am a member of AusZcar.com and really enjoyed being a key player in the forums and club in Australia. Alos love to connect with other 'Z'owners, I'm in Wesley Chapel. Cheers, Rev. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverendzed Posted June 12, 2011 Author Share Posted June 12, 2011 (edited) This 'Z' I built as a ground up resto in Australia and sold it before coming to the US. Rev. Edited June 12, 2011 by reverendzed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tibby Posted June 12, 2011 Share Posted June 12, 2011 Try Z Doc's (or is it Doc Z) in Tampa. I'm not sure if they are still open but they used to be the go to place in the area. Personally I would hook up with some of the locals and do your own wrenching. We have quite a few knowledgeable people in the area that would love to have someone else on board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSM Posted June 12, 2011 Share Posted June 12, 2011 http://www.zdocs.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboHLS30 Posted June 12, 2011 Share Posted June 12, 2011 (edited) There's also Z Fever, but I can't remember where they are down south. Welcome to Florida, I'm in Daytona Beach about 4 hours from you. EDIT: They're actually in Tampa, here's their website http://www.zfever.com/ Edited June 12, 2011 by turboHLS30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted June 13, 2011 Share Posted June 13, 2011 Where are you located in Tampa? I`ll be heading to Lutz/wesley chapal-Tampa in a few weeks for about 2-3 days. I know of a guy who restores Z only out there,great guy!. I`ll be staying in Chaval section in lutz. Every-time i`m in the area i always stop by his place, maybe i can pick you up and we`ll pay him a visit. Let me know cause i`ll probably be out there on the 26 or 27 of june. KEEP THE Z ALIVE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted June 13, 2011 Share Posted June 13, 2011 You won't regret a trip to Z Mecca! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tibby Posted June 13, 2011 Share Posted June 13, 2011 You won't regret a trip to Z Mecca! This man speaks the truth. Everyone has the same stupid look on their face as they stand in the doorway of his garage silently mouthing "Oh my God" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 i'm certain jimbo, pervayor and z wrench extraordinaire of z-mecca can provide the insight you seek. i've visited z-mecca many times while vacationing in the tampa clearwater area as well as visiting carl beck's place. both gentlemen are die hard z fanatics and possess much knowledge. i frequently call both-especially now that i'm in the re-assembly process of our father-son-daughter 71 z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverendzed Posted June 14, 2011 Author Share Posted June 14, 2011 i'm certain jimbo, pervayor and z wrench extraordinaire of z-mecca can provide the insight you seek. i've visited z-mecca many times while vacationing in the tampa clearwater area as well as visiting carl beck's place. both gentlemen are die hard z fanatics and possess much knowledge. i frequently call both-especially now that i'm in the re-assembly process of our father-son-daughter 71 z. Thanks guys, As it happened i spoke to Jumbo on the phone today and he was very obliging. After being part of such a vibrant Z fraternity in Australia it will be great to connect with guys down in the Tampa area, Hoping to have this ready to roll soon. By the way anyone know of good insurance companies for classics that may be driven a few days a week? Cheers, Rev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 (edited) Yes, JIM is the guy you want to meet and Z MECCA is the PLACE you want to visit. I`m at least 5-10 minutes from him. And yes, my jaw also hit the floor when i went in to see his ongoing projects.He sure as a passion for the Z! Let me know if you want me to take you there? OK. I just read your post. Good to hear you got in touch with him. Edited June 14, 2011 by PR280z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Reverendzed, i just realized your in Wesley Chapel i`ll also be staying at SEVEN OAKS there just before you get to JCPENNY/MALL.Enjoy your new HOME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverendzed Posted June 14, 2011 Author Share Posted June 14, 2011 (edited) Reverendzed, i just realized your in Wesley Chapel i`ll also be staying at SEVEN OAKS there just before you get to JCPENNY/MALL.Enjoy your new HOME! That's great, we'll have to catch up feel free to PM me your details. My apologies, I mistyped and called Jimbo...Jumbo!. Here's some of my builds; http://www.viczcar.c...pic,5550.0.html http://www.revszed.synthasite.com http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,3785.0.html Edited June 14, 2011 by reverendzed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 That's great, we'll have to catch up feel free to PM me your details. My apologies, I mistyped and called Jimbo...Jumbo!. Here's some of my builds; http://www.viczcar.c...pic,5550.0.html http://www.revszed.synthasite.com http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,3785.0.html I`ll PM you when i`m in town. Later! AND REMEMBER, KEEP THE Z ALIVE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverendzed Posted June 20, 2011 Author Share Posted June 20, 2011 Well had some help from a top guy here who saw immediately some of the problems. Think I'm going to go with some recon SU's and hope that the blueish smoke that is belching may clear up...otherwise it lloks like some valve and rings work to be done. A huge thanks to a 'fair dinkum' bloke who helped out an Aussie in trouble. Cheers, Rev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted June 23, 2011 Share Posted June 23, 2011 REVERENDZED, I`m sorry i could`nt get to visit you.I`m back on the island, my stay was very short. I did stop by Jim place,DAMN! His cars sure are ZWEET! I understand your problem just might be the carbs,if so,, ever thought about the 3 MIKUNI set up? Well... hope to see it running the next time i`m in town. Will keep in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverendzed Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 Thanks man, sorry we couldn't connect. I've just finished a curt and polish and bled the brakes! added some seafoam to the motor and then get some new carbs. I used to run triple Mikuni's on my first z and triple Dellorto's on my last one so I may keep my eye out in the future for what is around. Rev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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