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Since there's a few new members on this site, I feel more people should know what Dave (ReverendZed) does for disadvantaged children. Well done mate! http://www.salvationarmy.org.au/warcry/default.asp?contentID=1540 King of the kids Dave Marrett is passionate about bringing joy into the lives of disadvantaged children, writes Faye Michelson. Dave Marrett has several alter egos—Nipper Wilson, Billy Cockatoo, Ricky Kangaroo and Whitey, to name a few. They are colourful, funny, out-there characters that he wears on the end of his arm. ‘I think I can speak “puppet” in eight or nine different voices,’ he laughs. Dave was recently appointed chief executive officer of Melbourne-based Southern Cross Kids’ Camps (SCKC), a charity that provides holidays for children who are victims of abuse, domestic violence and neglect. The organisation holds eight camps each year—four in Victoria, two in NSW and one each in Queensland and New Zealand. ‘Many children attending our camps live in foster care and often move from home to home,’ Dave explains. ‘A significant number have encountered horrendous experiences and struggle with multiple issues. They often lose the opportunity to just be children, to have fun and to laugh. ‘Our programs are specifically planned to bring fun and laughter back into the lives of these children, to provide a time for them to forget about their “experiences” and just enjoy being kids.’ Dave brings almost 20 years’ experience in children’s work to his new role. He has worked as a children’s and family pastor in Australia and the US, has lectured in contemporary children’s ministry, written children’s material for Australian and US churches and run numerous kids’ programs. His introduction to children’s work started at The Salvation Army in Cairns (Qld) almost 20 years ago, when he was asked if he could help out at Sunday school. ‘I said I’d give it a go; I rolled up with my kids’ picture Bible and told a story in the most dramatic way I knew how—and the kids loved it,’ he recalls. ‘I was asked if I would come back the next week, which I did—this time with an old puppet I’d found at an op shop—and proceeded to teach, entertain and almost lose my voice through my now famous puppet Whitey. ‘Thanks to those who encouraged and believed in me in those early days, I’ve had the opportunity to minister to thousands of children over the years.’ Dave loves having fun with children and admits to being a bit of kid himself. ‘But, more than anything, I have learned the enormous value of children in this world,’ he says. ‘Because of that I can identify with kids and have fun with them, which allows me the freedom to engage, teach and interact with them.’ A father of five, Dave is passionate about working to break the cycle of child abuse in Australia, and sees Southern Cross Kids’ Camps as one way of doing this. There are more than 50,000 substantiated cases of child abuse in Australia annually. ‘The overwhelming need to be an active participant in pushing back the rising tide of child abuse was at the forefront of my decision to ‘roll up’ my sleeves and partner with the SCKC team,’ he says. ‘I see the organisation as being a vital part of this and want to use my skills with SCKC to make a difference in the lives of children who have experienced the trauma of abuse. ‘My vision is also to bring awareness of this huge crisis of child maltreatment to everyday Aussies, so that together as a community we can stand against it.’ Last year 240 children took part in the camps, which ran with the help of more than 400 dedicated volunteers. ‘Inviting children to return to a Southern Cross Kids’ Camp every year enables us to build on the foundation of previous years, and continue to develop their confidence, self esteem and trust,’ Dave says. ‘We provide the children with a positive event to look forward to during year, with many counting down the months until their next camp.’ For more information about Southern Cross Kids’ Camp go to www.sckc.org.au (Funny photo too mate! -Lurch)

Sounds like it's got the wrong (i.e. short) throw out bearing cradle fitted...

You guys don't look hard enough: http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,2675.0.html Speedometer Drive cogs: YELLOW is the 16 tooth for the 3.36 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S16 BLACK is the 17 tooth for the 3.54 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S17 BLUE is the 18 tooth for the 3.70 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S18 WHITE is the 19 tooth for the 3.90 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S19 RED is the 20 tooth for the 4.11 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S20 PURPLE is the 21 tooth for the 4.38 Nissan Pinion Assy P/N: 32702-58S21

Happy birthday big fella! Hope you have an awesome day!

Same/Same - the L26 has the hardened seats too = ULP friendly. Only the early 240Z's had softer seats which 'may' require an additive.

L28 already has the hardened valve seats in the head to suit ULP - nothing needs to be converted. Just fill it up with ULP & drive

Read here Simon: http://datsunzgarage.com/rebuild/index.htm

You would think that, but No. I've seen a couple of photos over the year & many reports that they're work, while nice on the outside, is as rough as guts underneath the paint & the underbody's as well.

And lubricate with brake cleaner... (FWIW the bores must be checked for ovality before honing).

Paging Alan Thomas...

I'm old enough to know better & young enough not to care!

What's wrong with the orig chrome bumpers that came off it, Dave?

Allan, new windscreens are available from O'Brians, Novus etc. etc.

Lads, I remember a thread a couple of years ago asking about the price of these - but i can't find it :-\ Does anyone know what a set of these is worth in VGC? (No I'm not looking to buy or sell). Cheers.

For crying out............. You've just answered your own question, AussieZed!

Thread here, Simon: http://forums.hybridz.org/index.php?/topic/79780-mag58s-dohc-l28-build-log/

There was a guy in Japland making these, wasn't there? But these guys are in the UK - very interesting... Price: 4,750.00 GBP = $7,823.31 AUD + Shipping & import duty

Ring AllZparts in Sydney...

Ooooooh good timing Devo! I'm entering

The one you sold me?!

Yes you can & yes it is the same profile. I don't bother though - I just make my own

Is there any more info on the M105 head conversion? The thread on Hybrid seems to died...

Yeah I know all that Mike From what I've been told though, the L26 cranks are made of a slightly higher grade material than the L28 items... I'm probably wrong though

Motor Improvements in St. Kilda. PowerPlay Automotive (Datrally) in Cheltenham: http://www.powerplay.net.au/ Crankshaft Rebuilders in Blackburn. Orger Engines in Bayswater (used to do the Gibson GTR engines): http://www.orgerengines.com.au/