Huw

Not sure what year your antenna is - but mine was a 'pointy tip' one. The antenna tip actually screwed off (which saved me from breaking it but meant that I was paranoid about it 'disappearing' in the shed (despite being labelled and in a zip lock!). This then lets you slip the final piece of the mast out. The upper sections of the mast were a pain in the neck as they are fragile but I don't appear to have destroyed it. Would be interested if you know of any source for the 'finger washer' as mine is unwell (useable...barely). Correct me if I am wrong but does it function to improve the ground for the mast? Shortly to do a rubber part order to finish this job and will then turn to the original radio. Although, I am in two minds - if I recall right it still has the original chalk marks - so I don't want to clean them off - but I do want to make sure it works. H

Yes, I did some reading on some of the manufacturers sites that had a note about this. Some suggested about 80 in location is about all you want. Need to read a bit more and measure it to confirm. Ideally on a hot day. Airflow not great at that point but there is plenty of distance between it and any really hot parts.

Hi all As always, when the budget is tight planning how to spend what comes in! 240z's battery unwell (disuse) and needs replacing mid term. Question is do we upgrade to AGM or lithium? Whatever I do, an isolator is going on to prevent discharge. Two reasons for wanting to get away from lead battery: 1. Longevity 2. Corrosion risk on restored zed. For those that have looked at it, any suggestions? Currently doing reading and my conclusion so far is that if money no object, go straight to lithium. If money is, a compromise (that is not too big a cost or too great an improvement) would be an AGM battery. Obviously, neither looks stock and will most likely need new mount. Huw

Hi Just deciding whether to build own or replace existing with stock 240z one. Anyone know if these parts still available from Nissan (will call in NY) or do you have to make a donation to FedEx / USPS to get from states? I know they are readily available from parts suppliers in the US. H

If no one has answered re chalk inscription, it says o-suto no.1, which I assume is shorthand for Australia No.1 （オーストラリア). I have similar chalk marks on the radio from my car.

So, I am too lazy to fibreglass this but we have another zed with a good tail light access panel for copying for the interior of my 240z (I have a new rear panel but either the little access panels were never with it or they were lost). Wondering if anyone has experience with 3D scanning and printing in Melbourne in ABS plastic? May be more expensive than building a mould but I really hate fibreglass....(read: I make a god awful mess and don't get the result I want) Huw

Thanks, that was the conclusion I reached as well with a bit more reading. One up leaves an odd bolt. Time-sert appears to be an easier install but doesn't really offer any structural advantage to a helicoil (despite the marketing). Familiar with helicoil so that will be the go. H

Hi all, In changing diff strap and mount noticed that 2 of the bolt holes for the front diff cross member partially stripped. Passenger far side is worst but passenger inner is not 100 either. Neither will torque down fully. Hasn't been apart (by me) since restored in '06 as a uni student - so may be one of the many crimes of inexperience. Or I can say it was the PO who installed the blue shag felt over the vinyl....(long gone!) I believe it goes straight to body rather than to a captive nut. So the decision is: - drill out and tap one bigger; - helicoil (M10,1.25), Erring on the helicoil route but welcome any views from those with more knowledge than me. Don't think the loctite and hope is a good option! Photo pinched off another forum illustrates location. View on that one was 'timesert'(??)

Maybe I had a long day. Strangely mesmerizing.

Plenty in theory / on paper - in reality always hard if you want to get the car finished and don't want the cost of someone else doing it.

Revisited this recently with the line trimmer. Will see how it works. still need to service the motor and. Heck gears. antenna mast was a pain. The brass connector that joins the final metal road and the plastic extender coil is a tight fit and wouldn’t go back in. Had to clean and lightly sand to get back in. I will be buying the rubber bits from 240zrubber parts. H

Congrats Gav, My 2 y.o loves the how to modify your L series engine book with the flying trucks. Mum says I am brainwashing him! I call it preparation. she thinks I won’t try it with our 5 m.o. daughter! Garage time harder but a fair trade off! Enjoy it.

Hi I bought a replacement rear interior panel years back and have just got round to installing. It arrived while overseas and either (I) didn't include the inspection covers (for the rear tail light access) or (II) they have been lost in the ether of the shed. If there are any available - please let me know. Otherwise I will end up trying to secretly make a mould out of dad's ones! Kind regards Huw

Gav, Going through the same exercise. Have just got antenna all apart all that remains is to: - use the trimmer line to replace my broken plastic reel; - replace (if possible) the broken rubber's on top (possible via rubber parts site) and decide whether the 'fingered' washer/nut needs replacing (as only has 3/4 of the fingers). Interested if there is any excess of parts. Huw

Mirror arrived. Have yet to mount. Compared against an OEM mirror bought for my father's zed at same time there is one clear difference. The quality of the framing around the glass finish. Essentially, the OEM unit's glass is beveled to and the metal slightly folded in on the inner face (glass side). The aftermarket is flush cut and thus a bit sharp and not as quite a high quality finish. Pondering removing glass, getting someone to bevel and fold over the metal to get the finish right.

Thanks all. Will email the supplier. Assume all were happy with mirrors (and remain so)? Seemed to be the case from the thread. Kind regards Huw

An plan B if unobtainium would be to find someone who can repair. What has happened is the join between the ball (that links to stem) on the mirror and the body of the mirror has split. Quite thin metal so beyond my ability to repair. Thoughts?

Hi all Finally got round to digging zed (71 240 Z ) out of shed and trying to give it some attention. Noticed that someone had clean hit my driver side mirror. Does anyone have the Nissan part number? (Or microfiche so I can look it up) I suspect Nissan don’t have and I will need to source from Japan but thought it worth a try.... Huw Watkins

Hi, For those that are interested in old bikes. Selling my 1967 Norton P11, recently restored. Listed with Norton Club for just over 20k but willing to chat. Not in a hurry to sell but want it to go to someone who will use it. Hope the link works: https://nortonownersvic.org/noc-victoria-nominations-for-office-bearer-positions-elections-and-agm/ Huw

Hi All Just wondering if: (1) anyone knows a good source of plastic rivets for the 240Zs in Australia? (or at least can tell me the size of the original ones - part 200-569? so I can locate - is it 7mm?) == edit == generic ones worked. Just need more (2) anyone has had experience with the Motorsport Auto interior trim panels? The window surround trim fit seems a fair way off to me - I have tried adjusting and I am now thinking before doing anything rash! (like drilling enlarging holes etc). They look much better than the old ones but not quite lining up. == edit == fit (rivet holes) not great but patience has got them almost fitting and lookinh right. Will finish when i have more rivets! The assembly crimes of my youth are being revealed to me! Cheers Huw

Any ideas? Was thinking of buying generic mitsubishi mast replacement at Repco and seeing if the plastic coil fits. Huw

Thanks, i did mean auto electrician but I actually sorted it with a clear head that night! Huw

Hi all Some sudden electrical issues that I need to sort quickly. Does anyone have a recommended sparky near belgrave/ferntree gully? Huw

Hi all Working through some old bits and decided to fix up my 71 radio and install the original antenna. The only issue is that the little plastic coil on inside of aerial is broken. Does anyone have a source for these? There was a part kit but discontinued by the look of things (27350-e4125). Also, will be asking some plastic welding question for radio faceplate because one of the corners is going. Interesting piece of trivia, my radio unit wad marked in white chalk with オースト, which would seem to be factory abbreviation for オーストラリア (Australia). Surprised the markings survived. Huw