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  1. Graham Palmer

    Sorry if this is not allowed....garage door advice

    it's kind a' Z related...as it keeps her safe :p Looking to get an electric roller garage door fitted to replace my old up 'n over... any manufacturer recommendations or otherwise to avoid ? cheers all Graham
  2. Graham Palmer

    '73 S30 Headlamps and Euro travel

    Hi all, will be heading to Europe this spring...what's the deal on carrying replacement bulbs when we have sealed headlight units ? also if I wanted to switch to a more modern headlamp/replaceable bulb option...what are the 'normal' routes ? cheers all G
  3. Graham Palmer

    240z build w Carbon panels......

    Pretty amazing 240 strip down and rebuild with Carbon panels.....enjoy here
  4. Graham Palmer

    Replace fuel lines

    Hi all, has anyone replaced their fuel lines, while the car is complete ?. .ie prop shaft, engine, gearbox etc still inplace ?.. Also making and terminating the lines themselves ? I have access to a lift, so I can get access underneath easily. Any advice welcome, Thanks all, G
  5. Graham Palmer

    Ammeter to Voltmeter replacement 240z

    Hi, this 'old chestnut' again....does anyone have either a voltmeter (that will fit a '73 240z dash ???) ..or an old Ammeter.. Basically I'd like to do the swap...if I cannot find something Original/Datsun that will fit my 240z dash (anyone know what year/model cars would have that ?) I'd try...
  6. Graham Palmer

    Electric 240z......Late brake show....

    enjoy... Late Brake show
  7. Graham Palmer

    That could have turned ugly.....water pump change

    As part of my winter 'why not' maintenance an my 240z, I wanted to swap the water pump....no reason..other than, I'd bought one as a while back and do not know when the current one was fitted....(oh and there's the small matter of my 1500 mile Euro trip this spring :cool: ).... anyway having...
  8. Graham Palmer

    Planning Euro trip - suggestions please...

    Hi all, decided to head south next June with the 240z. Seen a few useful posts on here about previous trips. Booked 'Le Shuttle', early planning to head towards Switzerland, Austria and Italy, back through France (only going for a week) Key stop off's are Stelvio Pass , Lake Garda, Lake...
  9. Graham Palmer

    Le Mans 2024

    Hi all, having been to Le Mans previously with my Caterham and stayed locally/camping organised via the Club.....does the Z gang do anything for LM ?.....I see the classic is covered. before I venture out solo :) cheers Graham
  10. Graham Palmer

    Sema 240z ....kinda'

    only in A'murica ....skip to 7.30mins Sema enjoy...
  11. Graham Palmer

    Whats the email for calendar 23 shots ?

    Hi all, as above..sure I saw an email...but as usual..cannot find it now 😀
  12. Graham Palmer

    240z Front disc dust shield - fixing bolt size

    Per the title, anyone know what size the bolts are that are use as here: bolts thanks in advance ! G
  13. Graham Palmer

    Using an exhaust stud to lift engine ?

    Hi all, using a hoist and load leveller, is it ok to connect one of the two hoist list points to the rear most exhaust stud (with the exhaust still fitted) ?....the stud is probably 3/4" exposed beyond the nut.. I have a mounting spot just behind the fuel pump for the front mounting... '73...
  14. Graham Palmer

    240z SU carb linkage dis connection

    As above, going to look at balancing and adjusting mixture on my Japan SU carbs...what's the easiest way of disconnecting the linkage between the two carbs ? cheers.
  15. Graham Palmer

    Disc skimming...who knew ?...

    Having had enough of annoying shudder on my front discs...which are an upgrade (solid disc) done by the previous owner..(callipers/discs etc) I looked around for disc skimming services.....I assumed as per back in 'the day' the skimming takes place one 'loose' discs....but I found that 'on car'...
  16. Graham Palmer

    240z wiper blade replacement...

    Spotted these wiper refill blades in Halfords...they appear to fit just fine...just in case anyone is looking or a quick (and cheap !) refresh. there is a 'pair' in the box...not sure why it says 'single' ...
  17. Graham Palmer

    '74 240z Carb setup specialist...

    Hi all, looking for a spot to 'tune' my 240z...it's a stock L26 carb setup...but would like someone to set them up ..feels like it running a little rich....been a while since anyone took a look at it. ideally in Oxfordshire/Wiltshire area...but likely happy to travel for best specialists...
  18. Graham Palmer

    Has anyone supported the engine under the sump ?

    Hi, I'm going to be fitting new engine support mounts to my 240z....so need to support the engine...I know its not ideal, but has anyone use a jack and a plank of wood under the sump to support the engine? ....or has it ended in disaster :oops: cheers Graham
  19. Graham Palmer

    Engine mount Q

    Hi, while the engine feels very stable, are these mounts past their best ?..... Assume I can jack the engine up (can I do that under the sump with a wood spreader ?) to change them ... Any recommendations as to what to change to ?.....stay with the OE rubber type or something more modern polly...
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