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Hi Guys first post in a while, was out in zed today and clutch started dragging, have traced fault to master slave which is leaking fluid, seal is obviously gone. Looks like a relatively easy job to replace? Just bolts and hose, any tips are appreciated also where is the best source for a...

Hi Guys I am after a new strter motor for my 260z. I would like to get a lightweight reduction type, so if anyone has one to sell will pay reasonable cash. I am down at donnington next Saturday and Sunday so could pick up ther if suitable? Cheers Andrew Muir

Hi has anyone repaired one of the black plastic floats in the float bowl in the standard SU carbs? If this is not possible has anyone got new ones for sale? Cheers Andrew Muir

Well had a great time last weekend at Donnington, really good show of Zeds? Washed car this evening only to discover that some one has put a large ding in my passenger wing right on the swage line. It must have happened last weekend as this was the first time car had been out the garage. I am...

Hi I am finally getting round to stripping down an old L28 I have. However I am having lots of issues with seized bolts etc and have snapped quite a few some of them being left withing the block etc. I have just been using WD40 and normal spanners/sockets etc. Would buying a impact driver be...

Hi going to do a comp test on a 280zx engine I might buy! Wwhat would be the approx correct compression ratio lb/ft reading I should be looking at for a P90 head 280zx motor? Will be done dry! Ta Andrew :thumbs:

Anyone have a new or good rear RH brake cylinder or know where I can get one? As my cylinder has just blown its seals and I need one quick or the car won't be going to LeMans:( Or does anyone know of an alternative part etc, eg from a Laurel or any other car which will work?? Car has standard...

Hi last Sunday I was at Knockhill race circuit, for some classic car racing. Unfortunately I never go a chance to see the Ex Robertson 240z as it was involved in a big accident during the first few laps of the first race. My neighbour is a Marshall and witnessed what happened. Apparently...

I have just viewed a E36 1998 328i coupe, It is in minted nick onl;y a genuine 18,000 drives like new. Should I buy it at £4000?? Optinions invited:D Iam still keeping my zed by the way:thumbs:

Plea of help. I am in Austria and my charging system is playing up, what do you suggest? What should I check , fuseable links, diode etc, this is an uprated 60amp alternator with internal regulation, at the moment it seems it is running off the battery. Andrew Muir

Hi have a friend who is interested in a S30 2+2 As these are rare was wondering if this car http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Datsun-260z-BARN-FIND-engine-runs-good-project-spares-or-repair-/301651774661?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item463bd8ccc5 is a feasible project. Loads of rust, but possibly...

Hi had the joy of having my front park/sidelights go on my car yesterday! Which created a short so took out fuses leaving me with no rear lights as well.:( Removed the offending lamps which resolved issue with tail lights. I was wondering if LED T4 bulbs would be suitable (more reliable &...

I have recieved news early this morning informing me of the death of my friend (Whytie). Due to a car accident. I few of you will recall meeting Ian at SPA last year. He was one of those people who could turn his hand to anything, a superb mechanic and electrical engineer, He helped me only...

Hi this car (red 240/260zBTU 491N )was spotted doing practice laps last week at knockhill. By all accounts it was very quick and sounded superb. Just was wondering if this is the late Wille Robertsons Rebello engined old car? and who was driving it?

Does anyone know what this connector is for? It is located near the fuseible links on a 260z Also does anyone have the other half to this connector as I require it for the installation of relays.:thumbs: Top prices paid;) Cheers

Hi Guys taking the family to visit relatives in Austria and have a tour round the Dolomites in the old Zed limo.:D I have a few questions about preping for trip. First is I was wanting to change to an electric cooling fan, was looking for recomendations and recommended CFM to fit my alloy...

Anyone going to this classic race meet at croft? Its on this weekend! Thought it would be nice to meet up etc?:thumbs:

I take it these is not going to be any "club" stand or presence at the upcoming Silverstone Classic?

I was shocked yesterday to find out the events which I was lucky not to witness at the Jim Clark. I was late at getting to the Swinton Stage and could only get to see at the end of the stage. An absolute tragedy that 3 people should lose lives this way, thoughts go out to the driver...

Hi My pristine 260z dash has finally succumbed to the Scottish weather and has developed a small crack about the middle running from the screen to 2 inches from the voltmeter.:( I can live with it like that but don't want it to get worse. It seems to widen when it is cold and close up when it...