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  1. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Quick intro: Hi everyone, I’m new here. I own a 1978 280Z 2+2 that’s practically completely OEM. It actually has a lot of the original parts on it still in good condition, and I’ve basically been going down a list of replacing/updating things to try and make it future-proof. It runs and drives...
  2. For Sale: Parts & Accessories
    Brand new oem rear e-brake shoes I never got a chance to install. I sold my Z a few weeks ago and have no use for them now. I’m asking $100. If anyone is interested, feel free to reach out at 347-304-7470. Cash and pickup only please. Thank you.
    $100 USD
  3. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Hi all! I just replaced my rotors and pads on my 1979 280zx na model and the driver side has a hard time spinning but the passenger side side spins freely. I'm wondering if I did something wrong or something needs to be tightened or loosened. Thank you for the help!
  4. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Hi I’m new to the Z car community and just picked up a 75 280z a couple months ago I’ve been restoring. I’ve done a bunch of research regrading the Toyota brake upgrade however I’m having a problem with the rotor not being centered in the brake caliper. I’ve measure the rotor and there was only...
  5. 84-89 Tech Discussion Forum
    Hello guys hope you are doing well today. I tried replacing my front calipers with Z32 calipers but somewhere along the way something got messed up with the brakes. After I installed the calipers, the brake pedal always goes to the floor when I press it, no matter how many times I bleed the...
  6. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    i recently purchased a 82’ 280zx as a project, i got all my lights to work, all my running lights, but only the drivers side brake lights get brighter when i press the pedal, ive never seen a issue like this before so im a little confused, please send your ideas so i can check
  7. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    My early master cylinder was leaking, and the bore is scored, so I've ordered a replacement cylinder, but the replacement has the front and rear reservoirs switched. I can change the plumbing, but it would be much easier to simply swap the reservoirs. Since I haven't seen anyone talking about...
  8. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Hi, today I have been bleeding the brakes on my car after installing some coilovers and encountered a weird problem. Whenever I pump the brakes, it creates a low hissing noise and the brake is spongy. When I turn the car on and press the brakes, it become just very soft and weird feeling. I...
  9. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Doing brake job on a 79 model, can't fit the new pads on the rear, turned the piston many many times but it never locked. As of right now, I can fit the inner pads in but not the outer one, it needs about 1-2mm of clearance, while the inner has play. on the Haynes manual, it says "Prior to...
  10. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Curious if anyone ever had this happen with front brake rotors.... I went to do a front brake job today on my 240z today and I believe I had the wrong rotors sent to me. When I got the new rotor installed and went to put it back on it seemed to fit fine. The hub lined up fine with the rotor...
  11. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Someone.. please help... so this is my first post. I have a 76 280 I bought last year and I’ve been working on it a little. Doesn’t need much honestly the whole thing is completely stock runs and drives nice. The only thing is that the front brakes lock up, I never drive the car a far distance...
  12. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    Hi everyone, So first post here. Hope you guys can help me with an issue that popped up today. I have a 1977 280z 5spd. I was driving on the highway when the dash Brake light lit up. I noticed the car was having troubles accelerating immediately after. I figured the brakes were sticking so I...
  13. 70-83 Tech Discussion Forum
    My master cylinder is damaged, I am having a difficult time locating a new or used replacement wit the reservoirs. Can anyone help here, or possibly tell me of an alternative such as another model that may work. Thanks all in advance.
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