Aurigator
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I have a 1970 240Z with a 260Z engine and gearbox. The engine has been rebuilt in 2022 and a new clutch fitted the year before in 2021. I placed a recent post regarding distributor recommendations and we have fitted a 123Ignition system. This morning I took the car for a rolling road setup. It was found quite quickly that I had a slipping clutch and returning home, there as a pool of oil on the floor. Measuring it, it's around the bell housing.
Obviously I need a new clutch and the one I bought on eBay cannot be found. A little research and this one springs to mind:
https://partsfinder.bilsteingroup.com/en/article/blueprint/ADN13012
I remember back in 2021 finding this one too:
However it was not recommended for typical road use.
My first question is ask confirmation that either these two clutched will suffice and whether they are recommended?
The next thing is the oil. Speaking to my mechanic this afternoon, this is obviously a leaking seal. He is busy and we would like to try and change the clutch, replace the seal and some other ancillary work in one day in August. Rather than remove the gearbox to research and leave the car there over multiple days, we would like all spares at hand.
My second question is, what seal has likely perished and where can I get one/them? The only thing that I can find is this:
All feedback most welcomed.
Obviously I need a new clutch and the one I bought on eBay cannot be found. A little research and this one springs to mind:
https://partsfinder.bilsteingroup.com/en/article/blueprint/ADN13012
I remember back in 2021 finding this one too:
Competition Clutch Nissan 240Z / 260Z / 280Z (74-75) Stage 2 Clutch
Competition Clutch Nissan 240Z / 260Z / 280Z Stage 2 Clutch Stage 2 - Street Series 2100 Clutch kit.This assembly provides up to 80% increase in torque capacity and is properly suited for aggressive street use and moderate track use. The Brass Plus material with its alloy backing matched to a...
www.autoextreme.co.uk
However it was not recommended for typical road use.
My first question is ask confirmation that either these two clutched will suffice and whether they are recommended?
The next thing is the oil. Speaking to my mechanic this afternoon, this is obviously a leaking seal. He is busy and we would like to try and change the clutch, replace the seal and some other ancillary work in one day in August. Rather than remove the gearbox to research and leave the car there over multiple days, we would like all spares at hand.
My second question is, what seal has likely perished and where can I get one/them? The only thing that I can find is this:
Rear Main Seal Engine OEM 240Z 260Z 280Z 510
Rear Main Seal kit Engine OEM 240Z 260Z 280Z - 200-716-717 (). New OEM Genuine Nissan engine rear main oil seals for L24/L26/L28.
zcardepot.com
All feedback most welcomed.