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You could also look at using this : http://www.ppcco.com.au/eastwood69.html Worked well on the black plastic lining on my 260Z

Not that I am into racing myself however, here are some great highlight video clips - amazing to see how they can drive these old cars! : https://www.youtube.com/user/GoodwoodTV/videos

Goodwood Revival Live now :

A feature on the "Zee" car Feature starts at 3:20 (with some racing at 2:20)

Here it is and a pic from eBay showing new cylinders with the lever you need to move to allow adjustment. Also a image showing how to move the lever using a screwdriver.

Mine did not have them, as you say the alloy is probably too soft.

For the brave (maybe hot/humid/coastal stored for +25 years) 240Z BARN find. P76 Alloy V8 fitted, includes original motor with tripple webers https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/240Z-BARN-find-P76-Alloy-V8-fitted-includes-original-motor-with-tripple-webers/232907761147?hash=item363a6265fb:g:lSMAAOSwtgFbhQoy

Sounds similar to mine, drums never removed in 44 years. Sprayed heaps of PB Blaster via the stud holes and then hit with the rubber mallet. Took 10 minutes per drum. You have wound back the brake shoes off the drums as indicated in the service manual?

Maybe try CraigZ or here.

See if this seller on Gumtree can help you out : https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/caboolture-south/collectables/datsun-240z-and-260z-original-assorted-parts/1192338713 A long way away from you but seems to have some good parts.

Repros available from jdm : https://jdm-car-parts.com/products/reproduction-jdm-headlight-cover-for-datsun-240z-260z-280z

Yep, Les Collins "deleted" the crankcase vent on my L28 saying the above ^^^^

Here you go : https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Datsun-240Z-260Z-Early-Cars-Door-Dovetaill-Lock-Assist/332735707908?epid=14020110332&hash=item4d7897fb04:g:YaQAAOSwznNbE4AT

I expect any item that is not provided free (based on the promotional benefit provided by the program) is paid for by the advertising payments they receive from YouTube.

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/frankston/auto-body-parts/datsun-240z-260z-door-260z-interior-cap-housing-zfactory-com-au/1156885129

Yep, new paint may be hiding something.

Welcome, keep your eye on gumtree : https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/caboolture-south/collectables/datsun-260z-fairlady-2-seater/1190123379

Triple Mikuni 44 $3,300 Moorabbin, VIC Triple mikuni 44's to suit datsun L28 series. Will fit 240z, 260z. As new set up from Wolf Creek in the US. All linkages ready to install. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/moorabbin/motorcycle-scooter-parts/triple-mikuni-44/1190000451

Datsun 240Z 1971 $29,000 (Mount Waverly, VIC) No Photos : https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/mount-waverley/cars-vans-utes/datsun-240z-1971/1189901342 Datsun 240z 1971 Australian delivery Worked L28 P90a / F54 Fully rebuilt triple 44phh's Mikuni Solex on new Harada manifold Rebuilt 260z CR box with short shift mod Motor sport option 4:375 LSD R200 diff Adjustable suspension inc height Big disk brakes all round 15 x 7 superlite x5 with R spec med compound 15 x 7 performance wheels x 4 Cams logbook , cage , sparco race seats ect Loads of spares including standard seats , gearbox , diffs R200 & R180 , brakes , suspension , panels , EFI & Haltech ect. Please call to arrange inspection NO TXT's or emails

Have a look at this topic :

If it is the matching number/original engine then probably best working on that however, the old adage "there is no replacement for displacement" means if you want the best power using the same bolt on hardware then the L28 is the better choice.

Patience Grasshopper, maybe in 18 months time you can

Really liked to time lapse - it clearly shows the time and effort put into the car. Great job!

I think a survey would show 95% of people would recommend this ^^^^

Another to add to the list in the EU : http://datsunparts.eu/parts/new-parts/engine/?page=0