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  2.    gav240z reacted to a post in a topic: Awsome S30 twin cam Fairlady Z from Office Tomitaku
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  4. C.A.R.

    2025 Christmas BBQ!

    C.A.R. replied to C.A.R.'s topic in Events

    BUMP. 2 Weeks to go...
  5. JDM-TOY started following Awsome S30 twin cam Fairlady Z from Office Tomitaku
  6. JDM-TOY
    @gav240z Language is no barrier when it comes to Zds lol
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  9. twosixtyzed
    I would be interested in the (non-seized) L26 if it's running? (see my recent ad in Wanted) But I understand if the car needs to be sold complete.
  10. twosixtyzed

    L26 Engine

    twosixtyzed posted a topic in Wanted

    Anyone thinking of doing an engine swap and needs to sell their L26? Let me know please? It has to be a known good/running. I have one in mine that is non-seized, it drives but smokes more than "Cigarette Smoking Man" after a long day dealing with Mulder and Skully (anyone? No? Too obscure?) I recently bought a my 1974 260z 2+2 knowing it had issues, the PO messed with it, timing is 180 degrees out and that's the least of my problems. I am realistic to know the limits of my skills and rebuilding an engine is not in my skillset, but I have budget for the swap. I am awaiting the quote from dandyengines, I want to keep it stock, I have refurbished SU carbs, but I know I am looking at 10k AUD, right? I know of an L26 which has sat for 10yrs and is non-seized but that's not really moving me forwards much. Any help would be appreciated, let's keep these beautiful cars running!
  11. C.A.R.
    What are you wanting to put it in? I'd speak to a engine importer about availability of an engine first, then speak to an automotive engineer about the legality of the swap. Be aware the VK series is very wide. Also what you are thinking will be 10x more difficult and 10x more costly than you can imagine...
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  17. Stacie
    Thanks Lurch, We need to list on Marketplace, might try for this weekend when I catch up with Mum
  18.    OdinZ reacted to a post in a topic: New Zed owner touching base
  19.    OdinZ reacted to a post in a topic: Awsome S30 twin cam Fairlady Z from Office Tomitaku
  20. C.A.R.
    Hi @Stacie - Lurch here. Depending on how motivated you are to sell, I suggest you start dropping it by $5k every month until a buyer is found. And if you have Facebook, advertising on Marketplace will get more interest.
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  22.    gav240z reacted to a post in a topic: New Zed owner touching base
  23. gav240z
    Big thread bump from 2010, but I managed to meet the owner and got a ride in this car recently in Japan. The owner Tomitaku San was a great guy and he spoke about as much English as I did Japanese, but we had a few laughs as he drove it through the Japanese country side. Will share some videos soon. Also the original SpeedHunters link in this thread is broken, but you can still find the article here: https://www.speedhunters.com/2010/04/car_feature_gt_gt_office_tomitaku_s30/ Although SpeedHunters is kind of on hold or taking a hiatus as of late. At least the images and content is still there. I also on the same trip managed to meet Dino Dalle Carbonare who wrote the article back in 2010. Which was also great. The trip was part of the S30 World Team 2025 expedition to Japan, of which I have become part of, to try and help promote and celebrate the S30Z worldwide.
  24. peter bird
    Very cool. Thanks mate
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  27. OdinZ
    I found this on facebook & youtube:
  28.    OdinZ reacted to a post in a topic: Indicator stalk smoking.
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  30. peter bird
    Thanks mate! Nothing in Goulburn under that name. But there is an old school guy here who loves them, so I'll get him to give me some clues, but I want to tackle a lot of stuff myself.
  31.    peter bird reacted to a post in a topic: Indicator stalk smoking.
  32. peter bird
    Hi guys. I had a second go at it and this time pulled apart the mechanism and cleaned up the terminals /contact points. One side was in poor condition. Hit it with some super fine steel wool and put it together. Wasn't expecting much, but suddenly discovered I had a win! Blinkers work perfectly again and no smoking.
  33. RLTC
    Hi, I’m new here and unsure on where exactly to put this. But I am finishing high school next week and my dad said he would get me any 1 thing that I asked. I saw a couple videos on the vk de engines and I was wondering about the if anyone knew about the viability of engine acquirement/building, mod-plate-ability and general viability of the swap. I know that it is very uncommon but I am planning on doing mechanical engineering at UQ so I am just hoping that I would be able to use this as a “school” project, but also I don’t think I would have any issue with labour as my family has a mechanic background/colleagues that can assist Thanks for the help (also I know that I won’t be able to drive it until like 3-4 years cus I’m still red p’s but this build could take yonks)
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  35. C.A.R.
    Welcome Peter. Toby at TG Mechanical & Maintenance in Goulburn is a Datsun nut, so if you require local help he'd be worth talking to. Cheers.
  36. Stacie
    Feedback is welcome and assistance you're able to give is always appreciated
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  38. AndBir
    So you opened up the indicator mechanism that internally has a ball bearing and rocker plate?
  39. C.A.R.
    @Juncheng Vehicle Barry - they are fairly useless to us until you make them in Right Hand Drive.
  40. C.A.R.
    Sounds like you have a dead short somewhere. Start unplugging 1 wire at a time & see what happens.
  41. JimmyB
    S12+8 brake caliper set for sale. Comes with new seal kit and pins. $390
  42. Andrew_L26
    So it's been a long time since my last post but the good news is that there has been an incredible amount of progress on the car. A few years ago I decided to outsource the body work as time and motivation wasn't on my side. Thanks to @datsunrally for the suggestion of Laurie Wilson, he has spent a vast amount of time on the old girl and has got her ready for final blocking and paint. There were a lot of issues with the car that I hadn't picked up on, the majority of which were introduced by previous bodgy repairs as well as a few that I created myself. A new (to me) bonnet, guards and doors moved the project along significantly! Nevertheless, after many hours from Laurie, the car is looking very sharp and is booked in for final blocking and paint in Feb of 26. In the meantime I'm doing the things I enjoy on the car, I've got a CD00X gearbox from a 350z that I'm rebuilding in preperation for the Godzilla Raceworks adaptor kit to allow me to run the newer, stronger 6mt behind the L28ET. I've got the dash booked in to get reskinned next year through dash doctor and I'm currently in the process of stripping down the suspension for powder coating, including redoing the front suspension, the septone chassis black did not hold up well after 8 years in storage. Plenty of other things have happened in the last 5 years, I've managed to establish myself in the automotive engineering field working on some pretty exciting projects, my partner and I purchased a house about 18 months ago (in similar condition to my old datto with it taking up most of my time!) and I've had a bit of fun with other cars (and a tractor!) She's ended up with a bit of filler in her but nothing too crazy, very keen to get her back on the road and put some down some KMs. Also, by chance I met up with some friends at Lindsay's old warehouse which is now a brewery, I was shocked that there wasn't even 1 hotwheels S30 sitting around!
  43. peter bird
    Weird stuff happening with indicator stalk. Left hand blinker works ok, click over to the right and blinker works for a second then stops, then it starts smoking through the stalk. I cleaned the mechanism and put light oil on moving parts, but no improvement. Next step prolly check earth. Failing that, I have no idea. Thoughts guys?
  44. Juncheng Vehicle Barry
    Hope you're doing well! Sir, I guess that you are interested in the part of 240Z There are Catalogue of 240Z product Here's our website for your reference: www.carbody.com. Feel free to contact me if you're interested in learning more. What's app: 86 18457728670 Mail:juncheng09@junchengauto.com Looking forward to catching up！：） 9194346af49f0164e08a14abf42a523c.mp4 240Z PRICE LIST(25.10.21).pdf
  45. Juncheng Vehicle Barry
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  46. peter bird
    Hi guys. I recently purchased a 1975 260z and had it brought up from Melbourne to sunny, tropical Goulburn. (well, it is for at least a few days). It's largely complete but very tired. The body appears to be in excellent shape, though. L28 engine, auto. Plan is to ditch the auto and keep the rest as it is, maybe add a few go fast bits as we progress, and change the interior trim to black. Motor is tired, blows smoke and brakes are barely working, so had it towed home. Transmission is vague, so hit it with some Lucas transmission stop slip and it seems to have improved it a little. I am a long time fan of the z cars ever since I took one for a test drive when I was around 20 years old. Sadly, it has taken a further 42 year before I can say I now own one. Because it was brought up from Vic, it now has to start afresh with a blue slip. I think I am going to be in for a ride.
  47. AndBir
    Sort of a Z related video. Gives you a better understanding as to the high cost of some of the Watanabe wheels
  48. AndBir
    Sold for $65,500
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