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Hi all My car only came with some less than ideal lap belts fitted so I'm installing new aftermarket inertia reel belts. I fitted them in a roundabout way in the stock positions however I find the angle very high and cuts into my neck (i'd read about this issue some time ago). Has anyone done...

Working on my front suspension and by chance I stumbled upon a diagram showing there should be an O Ring on the top of the steering knuckle(sitting under the strut housing). Mine never had this when I disassembled and I was just wondering if anyone knew what it's purpose was please? Pic I've...

Hi guys, Looking for a big of help troubleshooting an issue before I pull the box as a last resort. Following a recent start (my car has been sat for a while) my clutch pedal went completely soft. I knew the slave was past its best and the fluid was a horrible colour so i replaced the master...

https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-spottedykywt/datsun-260z--spotted/46598 Not sure if this one has done the rounds yet. Cheap as chips with a sunroof included 😋

Hi guys, I've seen a few bits on the forums about using Securing inertia belts but I'm getting a bit stuck on how to fit them. One of my Z's has lapbelts, and the other is in pieces, so I don't know how it once looked. I'm after a modern, safe upgrade to inertia belts and the best way to do...

I've just got back from a 6 day road trip to le mans and I'm completely blown away by the experience. The atmosphere was one big party and the racing was on a other level. Already making plans for next year! Just thought some of you might like to see some pics.

Hi all, I'm looking for a replacement set of locks for my car. Wondering if there is a modern alternative to used old ones available? I have some repro door locks obtained on eBay from Thailand a couple of years ago but they don't seem to operate properly (will unlock, but not lock with the...

I've been trying to put my windows back in for what feels like forever. I can't get the wheels into the runners without one slipping, and ultimately everything just gets stuck in the various metalwork gaps, causes me a headache and then I give up. I first put in the front runner loosely. Then...

So a couple of weeks ago I was left red faced and terrified as my sender leaked after a fill, showering fuel all over the forecourt. Having now gotten over my anxiety, I'm ready to face it head-on and get it fixed. Duncan P recommended I use a sealant called Dirko however I can't find the...

I suspect my U joints are shot. I can feel some play at my half shafts, also when kicking the power in whilst coasting, I can hear a very audible "thunk" noise. There's a plethora of options on rock auto...GMB seem to be the go-tos, though there's at least three different GMB options. I'm...

Does anyone know where to obtain a couple of these? They are described as "self locking" and I've no idea if they're particularly specialist, but $10 each plus shipping seems a bit expensive. Thanks in advance for the help Update: found them on MSA for $8 each...

Hi all, Took the car for a brief spin in a yard behind my house and could very clearly hear a "clunk clunk clunk" from the front left wheel which got louder with turning. Suspected issue is a ball joint and there's plenty of great advice on here about replacements (I'm going with this Moog...

Any thoughts/experience on how to repair the threads on indicator lenses please? Epoxy might work but I don't want to ruin them testing it out Otherwise hot glue and use a bolt to tap it when it dries? Any advice welcome!

Hi all, For those of you that have been following my build thread, you'll know I decided on a separate write-up for my Fast EZ-EFI system due to the technical nature of the ECU and the lack of information available for this system. I do not wish to turn this into a debate around the pros and...

Maybe this thread will gain traction, maybe it won't! Hopefully it hasn't been done before. Essentially, I'm intrigued as to what you've all owned before. We know about the Zs, but what else have you had - The good, the bad and the ugly! We have members who are young, and those who are young...

Whilst most of you appear to be enjoying yourselves at Donnington, spare a thought for those of us who are garage-bound! I am struggling with ignition timing - something that I have read up a fair bit on, but can't quite grasp. Can anyone help me with some simple explaining? I think I've found...

Saw this on an FB post. What do we all think? Personally I quite like it.

My car is currently on blocks in the garage with the wheels off. When trying to start up the other day, a friend of mine noticed that the rear wheels were slowly turning as I turned the key. Dropping the clutch made them stop, but releasing again made them spin again. Car was definitely in...

Just saw this and felt the need to share... https://haynes.com/en-gb/john-harold-haynes-obe-obituary I've used a number of Haynes manuals over the years and who knows where I'd be with the Datsun without one! RIP

Hi all, Recently found out the previous owner gutted my Z's heater system. The car came from Arkansas so I guess he had no need for heating. I was thinking to source all the bits I'd need for an 'original' system but then stumbled across this...