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http://www.zparts.com/zptech/comparisons/pages/choke_knobs.html Explains the differences. Your car would have the second 1 in this image.

Hi Alan, Thanks for chiming in on this thread, if there's anyone who can help shed some light on this topic I'm sure it is you. So this is my understanding: HS30 cars would have been sent to RHD based countries or regions. So this would include: - Japanese Home Market cars fitted with an L24 (Fairlady 240z and Fairlady 240zg HS30-Hs) - Australia - New Zealand - United Kingdom and possibly others like: - South Africa? - Ireland? - Malta? - South America? I put question marks next to counties/regions I'm not sure received S30z's? I do know for example that South Africa received a lot of Datsun's so I can only assume S30z's were included in the mix. A further assumption is that Ireland did also, although probably in very small numbers and I only included Malta because it's the only other RHD country I'm aware of in Europe. So in the case of HS30 00150, I know that HS30 00149 and HS30 00151 were all sold in Australia and perhaps clusters of finished cars were sent off that way? However is it possible that other cars like (just as an example HS30 00148* - which was likely to be Safari Gold) could have been sent to any of the other HS30 based destinations? *Just wanted to emphasise I don't know where this car is now. If it even exists still. To give more colour to where I'm going my 72 240z is HS30 10552 and I don't think it's the 10552 produced 240z sold in Australia. It's unlikely we got 10,000 240z's sent our way. Rather it could be 10552nd sold produced HS30 car globally? Or from what you've said above, the start from the 10,000 range might be for factory purposes to signify a transition to certain specification changes and doesn't mean that 10,000 HS30's were produced. Hope I haven't confused matters further.

I've heard that number (600) quoted around 260z 2 seaters (RS30 prefixed cars). 2+2's of course were delivered in large numbers and they obviously sold well and at much larger volume than that.

When it comes to 240z's I hear a number of around 3000-4000 were brought into Australia. I'm not sure how many 260z 2 seaters were imported but it was significantly less than 240z's apparently. By far we got the most 2+2's. I've been wondering for years if we could get an answer to this. Does anyone have any ideas? I feel like there is not many left, I'd guess less than 5% in total have survived. Based on similar threads and discussions on the US based forums. Also worth noting is the fact that HS30 00016 was sold in New Zealand, George's #19 sold here and #4 sold here. So it's possible that many of the early VIN 240z's (HS30 prefixed cars) were peppered between AU and NZ and I'm not sure what number Fairlady 240z's (stamped as HS30 also - starting in 71 for the home market) were counted in amongst our AU and NZ delivered cars also. My guess is that they were

I have been meaning to mention on this thread that I was put onto a product called QBond http://qbond.net/ which I used recently for demister vents in my RX-7. These are made of ABS plastic (I assume) and UV exposure causes them to weaken and crack. As you can see getting them out meant breaking it into several pieces. After using the product I was able to get them to bond together again. The QBond product is most suitable for filling cracks and gaps, I found and think it didn't bond as strong as advertised because of perhaps oils and other crap pregnated in the plastics. I tried to clean with wax and grease remover but I think it needed an even more thorough clean and these parts are extremely fragile. I found that it wasn't worth repairing them because if I stress tested them, they cracked in a new spot so I was chasing my tail, I tried to repair them because Mazda wants $160 for new plastic vents and you thought S30z parts were expensive! I would try fiberglass underneath with plastic body filler on top and I'd also try the QBond stuff also. The only downside of the QBond is it's very expensive. Wear gloves when using it and try to avoid letting the fumes it gives off get near your eyes as it irritates them. It's potent stuff! The good thing is you can sand it down and it hardens relatively quickly. Although not as quickly as the commercials would suggest. I do think it's the perfect material for this sort of repair though. Video of QBond in action. (a bit more entertaining). I ordered it through an eBay seller, got the bigger kit for $50 as I am guessing I'll be using it a bit.

Hi mate, I assume this is directed at me? In which case I think an estimate would be that it would cost about $300 for each piece ($300 for front lip and $300 for rear) to make copies of these. I guess I was jumping the gun a little as I have lots on my plate right now but I'll start a new thread in the not too distant future to try and gauge interest in these.

Be interesting to see what price it fetches. Looks clean and love the original period wheels.

It's a replica (?) of the Nissan Compe wheel, they are all over Yahoo! Auctions but for some reason bidding goes crazy for the genuine or Nismo reproduction ones. The replica's seem to be reasonably priced but not sure how quality compares to an original. It's not obvious from photos as to what the difference is.

For a second thought you were talking about my t-shirt. http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php?topic=7808.0 Then realised it wasn't me.... Probably for the best, someday you might find out that It was good to meet the Canberians.

I'm sorry to say I didn't even read the ad. Bonnet looks straight, which is nice I suppose.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/woodend/wrecking/260-z-2-2-dec-1976/1060241145 rough as guts 2+2 for sale. Can't tell if $50 or $500?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/berala/auto-body-parts/up-for-grab-260z-front-lip-and-rear-bobtail-wings-fibreglass/1060309405 NSW though..

Good day, good weather, decent turn out and some nice roads. Bit warm in the Zeds I'm sure.

Does it need much bodywork done? Seemed like a steal with the L28 turbo in it.

It's a Star Road built S30z. Perhaps ask on their facebook page? https://ja-jp.facebook.com/starroad.datsun

So I managed to get this rare piece recently. I was thinking of getting copies made. Not sure if there is much interest in it? Works Style Lower Lip Spoiler for S30z More photos here from HS30-H: http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/open-racing-discussions/4068-attn-nissan-race-fans.html#post19199 Also recently got a couple of these ribbed rear 432-R style spoiler. How it looks on the car - offered up but not fastened down. I figure others might be chasing these but I'm a bit occupied with other things to start getting copies made right away.

The alternative to a lift is a mechanic pit, the only downside to that is more limited space to work around the car and if you want to remove suspension etc.. it's not as good as the lift. You also have to be careful of exhaust fumes. Someday, someday.....

I feel like these are somewhat directed at me, so let me clarify. I have no problem with a modern (or any other engine swap) or even flared guards. However for me I'm trying to keep my cars as original as possible. So if I was to sell my 240z's I wouldn't like to see them cut up for flares and modified with an RB26 simply because I've gone to so much effort to keep them original. That is all I'm saying, however if I was to sell my car and someone was to pay me what I wanted for them then I couldn't really prevent them doing what they like with it. That's not to say I wouldn't disagree with it, but at the end of the day I'd find it a bit of a shame. No different than selling your house and seeing the new owners renovate it in a way that you don't necessarily agree with. When I first saw my 72 240z and it's dual exhaust I said to the owner it was like the old Safari Rally cars, he smiled and said that was exactly where he got the inspiration from. He then told me he had several people come look at the 240z and in his eyes they had no idea what they were looking at. I think in part the reason he was happy to sell me the car (and not just any Tom, Dick or Harry) was that I was an enthusiast with the same level of enthusiasm that he once had for it and the same kind of vision or interest in the period look. I'm sure everyone here would be a bit upset to see a Fairlady 432, 432-R or 240ZG modified or modernised as opposed to kept original and inline with it's original theme and I'm sure the current owners of such cars would be more inclined to sell them onto people who are intent on keeping them original. That's not to say that we don't appreciate a nicely modified example. Just that when you are a care taker of a vehicle for a certain period of time you want to pass that vehicle onto someone who will do the same with it if you are in a position to do so. I would prefer that an S30z hits the road again modified, cut up for flares etc.. than sit in a paddock and rot away because someone hasn't done anything with it for years. I am also a big fan of the rat rod style (within reason), so it's not about being a snob or tuning my nose up at any of these cars or ideas. As mentioned the less of these cars around that are left alone and original the more their values will increase. So by all means cut them up, slot RBs in them and do what you like. That's just how I feel about it and others are of course entitled to their own view points and can disagree with me.

I'm hoping to be there, just not sure if it will be the Suzuki Jimny or the RX-7 yet.

Let me correct that slightly by saying I don't think any export market 240z's came in that colour. However the Japanese home market HS30-H (A.K.A Fairlady 240zg) came in a Maroon GP colour that looks very close to it.

Thankfully I don't have too many things to blame on my previous owners. I've bought what I think were relatively good cars. Fingers crossed (still haven't peeled back all the layers of onion yet!). I'd like to think that after my 260z 2+2 I learnt a few lessons about what not to buy and therefore each car I've bought since then has been carefully selected. As an example I recently took the FD RX-7 to a local workshop and the owner of the shop said it was a good example, nice and clean underneath etc.. So I was happy about that, although I knew it was a good car before that too, it's always good to have it validated in some way shape or form. The 72 240z was in the same family for many years (in fact most of it's life) and still on its original registration plates when I got it (sadly I let it lapse) but I think those things often indicate a car has been taken care of. He did quite a bit of work (the PO) on the 240z although some things were not to my liking or level I'd be happy with. He did quite a few things I was also impressed with at the same time. It has been a good car and something I've enjoyed owning over the years. It's never really given me grief except for a faulty distributor module and needing basic disposable items here and there. So what can I complain about? 1. The mirrors. Why on gods green earth did he think they look good? I still don't know. 2. Interior re-trim. The carpets on the trans tunnel, the shag pile like door cards and the seats. The alloy / custom lathed gear knob is cool though and very e-type jaguar. 3. Body work - so ok I'm really bragging here... compared to what some folks have to overcome. The car had a minor front end tap at some point in it's life and the repair work was ok, but the panel gaps at the front of the car have always bothered me. I will at some point correct this, but for now I have to live with it. There is also some rust coming through in the door skins, and near the petrol filler cap, but they are the original doors and I guess it could be a lot worse! 4. De-badging the car (Except the tail gate?) - I dunno why - but all the original badges are missing except the rear hatch. I like the OEM badges. Looks far too naked without them. 5. This I only have myself to blame. Red brake drums. 6. I put a sound system in it at 1 point. Only to remove it later. 7. A good point - I always loved the exhaust system the PO fitted. 8. Dashboard was re-skinned well. 9. To skimp on costs though I think the PO sourced a bunch of rubbers that were not OEM and some don't fit so well. Or were not for that purpose. When putting the doors back together some of the fasteners are not correct so the passenger door doesn't wind up easily due to alignment issues etc.. 10. The SU carb linkages were a bit of a mismatch and as a result the throttle doesn't open 100%. I'll fix this at some point or fit triples. 11. Chasing down original bits and bobs. Overall I've spent a lot of time trying to put the car back to it's original state. Sourcing bits of plastic trim that were broken or missing, replaced the console, the vinyl interior is going back, along with OEM door cards and the seats will get re-trimmed original. Carpets were replaced. Front bumper was re-done, along with replacement bonnet (due to poor repair after front end tap). Lots of rust in common spots treated, like dog legs, rear of chassis rails, that area on the chassis rails behind the front wheels (that sandwiched metal piece). Perhaps the weirdest thing was finding the electronic distributor module had been modified/customised - I still don't know if it worked correctly but it finally died at 1 point leaving me stranded. The distributor advance was also busted. Next post will be about HS30 00150.

I agree we shouldn't stereotype all young car enthusiasts. I was young once too you know! I often think about the fact that when I bought my first 240z the guy who sold it to me was happy to pass his Z onto a young enthusiast who would hopefully breathe new life into the car and enjoy it like he did. Being put in the same situation today I'm not sure I'd be so enthusiastic as to sell my S30z's to a young fella intend on taking to it with an angle grinder to fit flares and put an RB26 in it. In the beginning I did a lot of things to my S30z's that I look back now and shudder at or think what was I thinking? But I learnt through forums like this and I observed others with their builds and slowly I started to become more interested in what the car was about and it's history and started to appreciate them just how they were, rather than what I could make them look like or trying to modernise them. I'm sure in amongst the younger generation today is another kid like me looking at the S30z like it's the best car ever and hopefully that same kid will be the next care taker willing to invest the time and passion to keep these cars going for another 50 years. If the previous owners of my S30z's hadn't given me the opportunity to own an S30z this site would probably not exist today.

Can you still get the center caps for them? In the US they go nuts for these wheels. They think they're rare or something hehe. http://forums.hybridz.org/topic/86202-my-wheels/ http://zhome.com/History/BlackP.htm Meanwhile in Australia most people can't give them away. I guess Nissan did weird stuff like that with different markets. In some markets what was standard equipment became optional extra's in other markets. Like the Kobe Seiko 'rally style' wheels, in Portugal they were fitted standard to S30z's sold there. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/wheels-tires-brakes-s30/37072-kobe-seiko-rally-wheels-ebay.html

Haha, good on ya Bruce going Triples. I can't wait to fit some on my Z.

It better look like this! http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Yolo-flat-brimmed-hat-hip-hop-flat-brim-baseball-cap-hiphop-cap-adjust-hat-hats-cap/1349362733.html PS: If you're a baby boomer and confused by YOLO it stands for You Only Live Once - and I didn't know this myself until recently. Bloody hipsters.