Guest Just4show Posted December 1, 2006 Share Posted December 1, 2006 Hello everyone I'm New to the forum and i happen to pick up a 1974 260z yesterday. here is what i have and what i need help on. Engine- SBC 350 NEW EDLEBROCK AIR DAM INTAKE MANIFOLD NEW EDLEBROCK 750 CARB NEW JTR ALUMINUM MOTOR MOUNT KIT NEW EDLEBROCK ALUMINUM VALVE COVERS The motor is in the car now. I haven't wired it up yet, need to shortned driveshaft or get from whoever that can make it. Need Distributor. I'm from California Bay Area San Jose to be exact. I really want to get this baby running right. Is there any shop around San Jose that can help me out or anyone done this before that willing to help. I'm willing to pay for labor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted December 1, 2006 Share Posted December 1, 2006 Welcome! , Did you buy this great deal? : http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=116976&highlight=craigslist Half the fun is doing it yourself! Take your time and go through the car and fix what is needed. Also get the JTR book ( jagsthatrun.com ) It will come in handy with your questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Just4show Posted December 1, 2006 Share Posted December 1, 2006 yeah i'm going to get it today. What do you guys think of the deal and work that put in to get the car run? How much more do i need to spend to get this car run right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zprace Posted December 1, 2006 Share Posted December 1, 2006 yeah i'm going to get it today. What do you guys think of the deal and work that put in to get the car run? How much more do i need to spend to get this car run right must be the one in gilroy for 1200.00, very good deal on that Z.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Datsun350Z Posted December 1, 2006 Share Posted December 1, 2006 That is an awesome deal... I also like this part of the owner's write-up... "Body- very lil rust (thats a good thing)" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest timmy72240 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 the edelbrock aluminum valve covers will make it faster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledphoot Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Before you spend anything that isn't absolutely necessary hear the motor run! Never start burning cash on parts for an unheard project. Need to crank it and hook up an oil pressure gauge. Make sure it has coolant and thermostat is out so it can circulate quickly and not likely to stick. You need to warm it up a few minutes and make sure it holds oil pressure. If it doesnt, start from scratch and rebuild it! Then you can start buying parts. Same for the tranny, Get the driveshaft done, cause you need it in place, at any good shop. I use one that does brake and driveline work on heavy trucks and equipment. If tranny doesnt pull when hot, then theres another thing that needs to be done first before buying goodies. Motor and tranny first, then brakes wiring and fuel system. Then its time for body, and interior or upgrades to driveline. But see what you have first before you start spending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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