Luni260z

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I've ordered a few things from them and Jon or abraham (swap the name in the address) have always replied promptly. Definitely true about them saying they have something in stock and then the order goes in they say, oh, we are just waiting on this bit before we ship it all. Also some things do have crazy high prices a the zstore but my experience with Black Dragon is they are always crazy expensive. I've yet to see a thing in their catalogue reasonably priced.

Was hoping to find somewhere nice I could sit outside with my telesope (not seen a dark sky due to my car being unregistered for so long) ..Definatley drink some red, Smoke a little, and relax. Either way, looking forward to it. Fingers crossed my car doesn't get defected so this can be my first road trip.

I can't remember why, but when I was looking for an engine upgrade I was seriously considering the 3UZ-FE ... 4L V8. No idea why though. I think I saw a front cut cheap. Too long ago to recall.

I was considering driving down and finding accomodation in Bowral for the week to party .. sadly, accomodation ain't too cheap. I'll be there regardless but I'm wondering does anyone know any decent yet affordable accomodation in the area?

Well, the cops certainly love to say hello whenever I'm near my zed. I've been questioned just standing next to it in the carpark. But on the road I find people get the fuck out of my way and keep well clear. About the most attention I seem to get (cops aside) is from young kids who point my car out to their parents in amazement.

The lack of aircon is indeed a killer and my all black interior doesn't help. And the fact that my car is only ever in a drivable state come summer time for some reason can be tiresome. Even though, I'd say go for it. Just bring an extra shirt and you'll be fine. Damn. I wish I had enough money to have a daily driver and a zed. For me. It's the zed or else I have nothing. So pretty much I've had no car for years. I can't wait til my car is registered. I'll be driving it everywhere. (the odo doesn't go up to high so I'm sure its been clocked a few times, no need to worry about putting extra k's on it).

Happy B'day mate. Your kids are amazing. They couldn't have found better plates.

My first z was a manual with manual diff. It hauled ass. Didn't go too fast but it got there pretty damn quickly. Now have an auto just like yours. Swapped the gearbox. Feels like a turd. It goes when it eventually gets up to speed. As soon as I'm cashed up I'm searching for a diff to replace it.

I turn 36 next week . not sure how young that makes me. Definitely fit into the no money category. Live in the Inner West, near Five Fock.

Sadly I already ordered the crane system before I saw maddof's post As for the starter, will keep it in mind, but mine seems to start the car fine as long as the battery isn't near death.

Thanks nizm0zed .. that is the most i've learnt about suspension .. well ever I imagine. And thanks Loui. Would love a little help in the future. The last time I was at your place I had more issues fixed in a few hours than I'd done in a year.

I'm the first to admit I'm out of my depth when it comes to cars. Slowly slowly learning as things get replaced. I'm going to update my signature to "Please explain things to me like I'm 5".

Thanks Whittie, I'll hopefully remember to find out what a radius rod is before I go ahead with this.

Hey Loui, Just found this thread .. having a sick day and figured I'd browse through other people's projects. Saw your pic and thought "hey, i've been in that driveway". Hope things are progressing well. I finally have money to fix my car. So if you still hanging in for some IT support, shouldn't be too long. - Sam.

Thanks Jamo. I guess my car rarely gets driven at all (well, barely for the last 8 years). I have improved the engine, so I figure a brake upgrade might be in order. If I were to upgrade suspension I definitely wouldn't be going with race spec hardness. But I'd like something sportier than standard. For now, I'm stuck waiting for someone to help me with ignition upgrades that will allow me to register the car. I do currently have 16" wheels, and somewhat lower profile tyres which I'm happy with. I just figured the bushes would be a good start, and I've always dreamed of adjustable suspension (which is why the Tokico easily adjustible struts would be my preference). Sadly, I"ve never seen them mentioned on any aussie car forum. Thanks for the input mate.

Geez, none of those were on my list to even consider. I was more thinking Crane ignition kit (probably the XR-3000) and one of their coils. Figured I'd leave the distributor alone for now. Thoughts?

Earlier this year I had some wires fry in my engine bay. (Resized pics, hard to see, but second pic, the wire is fried clean just under that bottle). Finally have money to get it fixed (should allow me to finally register my car). I figure rather than just replacing burnt out wires and whatever my auto electrician is going to claim needs replacing, I should buy some upgrades and have them installed at the same time. What ignition (starter, coils, dizzy, etc .. would people suggest).. I have a 74 2+2 ... L26 motor, slightly lumpy cam, with SU's. Advice?

Wow, i must be drunk .. don't recall ever self moderating myself like that before (that's seriously not what I intended to type in my last post). Much have even more respect for this community than I thought.

Well, I definitely fell into that trap. Have rebuilt the engine (with a nice cam in it). Popped in new extractors and exhaust. Rebuilt my SU carbs, upgraded air filters, and got a new radiator. Replaced tires, brakes (but still have drums on the back).Got myself strut braces (always wanted them), but suspension has been totatlly ignored. But otherwise mostly cosmetic upgrades. I must get electrics fixed so I can start/drive and hopefully register the car. I figure I should start with an ignition upgrade .. but these things I have some idea on (although limited). I'm serously out of my depth when it comes to suspension. I'll get the bushes simply cause I now have some free dollars and i'm sure that won't hurt. I'm just scared to spend money on shocks and struts cause I don't know what is value and what is unneeded excess. (I don't mind excess when it comes to cosmetic trinkets, but dollar values go up with suspension so I figure I should be careful). Thanks for the input. I'll get the bushes and see what I can replace. Maybe I'll come back and ask for more specific info when I have more funds. Once again, thanks for the help. I fucking love you guys.

OMG. I got a 2k bonus today. I seriously am having troubles holding back the tears. 8 yrs is a long time to wait to get your baby on the road (well, legally at least). This means I can definitely fix up my electrics and get the car registered. (Might look at getting electronic ignition (wrong forum I know). I do have new tires. So I'll get a set of bushes .. now i'm no expert, but I have had my eye on the set available from http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/wes-02a/23-4100AZ : Problem is, I've never seen anyone on a single zed forum mention them .. everyone seems to go with something else, which worries me greatly. I honestly have no idea about such things, but I like the stuff on that website .. i've always dreamed of getting their Tokico Illumina Struts. No idea if they are even available in Australia (don't mind importing), but aussie forums always go with aussie brands, and I'm a little afraid of such things to be honest. I assume I'd need new springs to go with them (again, apologies for my stupidity). Anyhoo, I'll start by registering my car, then will look at replacing the bushes. Where would people go from there on a budget?

Your assumption is correct. There doesn't appear to be anything inherantly wrong at present. But this is my second z. the first was a 2 seater, this ones a 2+2 and the handling has never been as tight. Was a beautifully balanced car my 2 seater, but this one just seems sloppy. Steering alignment isn't great, but I dont know if poor handling is just that or if its all gone. Pretty much I've replaced/repaired every other section of my car, but the suspension is still the same as it was when I bought it 8 years ago. I dont know if poor handling is just the 2+2 being fatter/longer, but to me it seems to much of a difference for something to not need attention. More than happy to let the car sit.. its sat in my driveway for most of those 8 years, so i'm certainly not in any rush. It currently has no rego (and the electrics are fried, so my first cash expenditure is that). For now just planning ahead. I guess I figured rather than just replacing equipment, I'd look at replacing shocks/springs, bushes. Was worried if I replaced only some it'd only put more strain on other underperforming parts. Really appreciate the info.

Hi everyone. Suspension is the one part of my car on which I have no idea where to start. Firstly, as the Subject highlights, I'm stupidly broke. With this in mind, where would you recommend I start. I was considering getting a bushing kit, but I seriously don't have the skills to even fiddle with any of it (to my knowledge). So I figure if I do get one, I'll have to get some suspension place to do it for me. I figure this wouldn't be an easy thing. Is there any point in upgrading say just the bushes, or just the shocks, or do I have to wait unitl I'm rich so I can upgrade all these things at once. Any info would be appreciated.

I was pretty sure the first Japanese Z was powered by a 2L straight six. Or are you saying it was a different engine to that used in the 2L roadsters ? EDIT: Ah, i see the Roadsterd was a Straight 4, thanks WIKI. EDIT 2: Sorry, thanks should really be for boyblunda .. sorry about that.

I'd love to come but my poor zed will be in the hospital. If anyone in Sydney has room to squeeze me in for a drive down/back, i'd love an adventure. (i could just wear the same clothes each day, so wouldn't be taking up much luggage space ..) Would be more than happy to contribute towards petrol costs. I'm friendly.