New Owner - Hi all

280zxSpectrum

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Thanks Huw.
Yes indeed, really good points. I'm generally covered in crap during my day job so avoiding it during my hobbies is high up the list!

Thanks so much for the service pages. Mega useful.
I'll keep you all updated on progress!

Cheers all
JB
 
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280zxSpectrum

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Right. Floorpans.
Are they only available stateside or is there a supplier this side of the pond?
I have a quote from datsunzparts but it's fairly steep!

Thanks in advance and happy christmas
 

Huw

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Hi. Unlikely to find any UK suppliers, numbers are just to small to be viable. Overseas is probably the best option for ready made panels. Other option is do it your self if you have the skills to fabricate a panel or find a good fabricator locally.

https://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic02o02j/30-7320

These are good quality. I’ve bought chassis rails from them in the past, but the shipping is extortionate from the US at the moment.

Long shot, you could try www.torqen.uk, they have started supplying stuff with Z Car Depot so they might be able to help.

Huw
 

280zxSpectrum

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Thanks Huw.

Good info. I think for now I'll just patch the floors and rails rather than replacing.
I 'have the skills' as it were, to the level of a skilled amateur!

The prices are just too steep for shipping!

Stay well all.
JB
 

280zxSpectrum

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Hi guys. I have a T Top opportunity.
German chap selling.
What would be a fair price?
I know it's fairly arbitrary but perhaps with your collective experience we could reach a rough consensus!

Attacking body work soon!
Cheers all
 

280zxSpectrum

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Hi chaps and chapettes.

Hope all well.
I am finding it impossible to find rear discs?

Anyone have any/ have leads on where to buy?

Many thanks in advance!
JB
 

Huw

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Those disks in the advert are for a later model and are not tall (wheel face to back of disk) enough to fit the hub. Earlier ‘79 to ‘81 models had deeper dish for the hub. From the looks of your picture you have the earlier calipers. Nissan upgraded the calipers on the late ‘81 to ‘83. Hope that helps.
 

280zxSpectrum

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Those disks in the advert are for a later model and are not tall (wheel face to back of disk) enough to fit the hub. Earlier ‘79 to ‘81 models had deeper dish for the hub. From the looks of your picture you have the earlier calipers. Nissan upgraded the calipers on the late ‘81 to ‘83. Hope that helps.
Thanks Huw.
You're a fount of wisdom.
What height should I be looking for?

The ad states 47mm which by your statement is too small?

What an excellent site this is!
Bests.
JB
 

280zxSpectrum

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Some updates.

Via Rock auto and various sources I have found all but rear callipers for my phase 1 needs.

Total brake and ignition refurb complete!

Now she awaits welding with trepidation!
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