This thread has links to a number of the threads with good information about how to take a stored Z-car and refresh or start it up for the first time.
That question is asked every week. Please check these threads before you ask again!
Brakes / Suspension:
240Z - Toyota Disk Brake Conversion
240Z – Front Wheel Bearing Replacement
240Z - Parking Brake Refurbish
Fuel System:
240Z – Ztherapy Carburetors
240Z - Fuel Tank
240Z - Mechanical Fuel Pump Rebuild
Electrical:
240Z - Wiring Harness Refresh
240Z - Turn Signal Switch
240Z - MultiFunction Switches
240Z - Alternator Upgrade
240Z - Electronic Points
240Z - LED Glovebox Light
240Z - Changing Instrument Lighting
240Z - Replacing Battery Cable
240Z - Power Door Locks
Generic Wiring Troubleshooting Checklist (in process)
240Z - Tail Light Refurbish
240Z - Choke Cable Repair
240Z - Heater Blower Motor Replacement
240Z - Removing Window Cranks
240Z - Replacing oil seals on R180 differential
240Z - Seat Rebuild
240Z - Speedometer Cable Replace
240Z - Windshield Washer Pump Replacement
240Z - Half-Shaft Rebuild
240Z - Steering Wheel Refurbish
General Tips and Tricks
Air Conditioning Compressor:
Converting R-12 A/C systems to R-134a
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That question is asked every week. Please check these threads before you ask again!
Brakes / Suspension:
240Z - Toyota Disk Brake Conversion
240Z – Front Wheel Bearing Replacement
240Z - Parking Brake Refurbish
Fuel System:
240Z – Ztherapy Carburetors
240Z - Fuel Tank
240Z - Mechanical Fuel Pump Rebuild
Electrical:
240Z - Wiring Harness Refresh
240Z - Turn Signal Switch
240Z - MultiFunction Switches
240Z - Alternator Upgrade
240Z - Electronic Points
240Z - LED Glovebox Light
240Z - Changing Instrument Lighting
240Z - Replacing Battery Cable
240Z - Power Door Locks
Generic Wiring Troubleshooting Checklist (in process)
240Z - Tail Light Refurbish
240Z - Choke Cable Repair
240Z - Heater Blower Motor Replacement
240Z - Removing Window Cranks
240Z - Replacing oil seals on R180 differential
240Z - Seat Rebuild
240Z - Speedometer Cable Replace
240Z - Windshield Washer Pump Replacement
240Z - Half-Shaft Rebuild
240Z - Steering Wheel Refurbish
General Tips and Tricks
Air Conditioning Compressor:
Converting R-12 A/C systems to R-134a
Sat in garage for 15 years
I am buying a 260z that sat in a garage for 15 years. Daddy bought her a new car for graduation, so she parked it in his garage, went off to college and never came back for it. Engine is very low miles, body in excellent shape. Besides purging the fuel tank, the cooling system and rebuilding...
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car sitting for 9 years. what to do?
hi ive had a car *given* to me because the owner wanted it gone. its an 81 datsun 280zx turbo. it was sitting in his driveway for 9 or 10 years. still has gas in it. there is no distributor. when i attempt to start the motor i get nothing not even a rr rrrrr sound. there is a new battery. all...
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81' 280ZX been sitting in garage for 5 years... Help?
Hey guys I'm completely new to the site, and to fixing up cars for that matter. I have a 280ZX 81' that has been sitting in my garage for 5 years, what do I do to get it running? It is in excellent condition, I would be glad to post some pics once it's washed and all fixed up. So basically all...
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How to Buy a Good Z-Car
Every day, it seems, posts are made on this site by novices asking basic questions about how to get a good vintage Z-Car without a lot of useless expense and hassles. Here's the formula that's worked in my favor for many years. 1. Educate yourself. Don't just listen to yahoos at the local swap...
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idle problem??
Hey all I have a 76 280z, just started it up today from years and years of sitting and it idled great for about 20 minutes then stalled. It ran all the juice out of my battery, but I dont think it's the alternator because I charged the battery back up and started it and it would stall unless I...
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how much do u guys think it will be to rebuild a l28e
how much do u guys think it will be to rebuild a l28e?
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how to begin restoration
I would like to know how to begin restoring this car. The car has been sitting for years. About 9 months ago, the previous owner jump started it, and got it running, but it would not turn off. The headlights got really bright and burned out, and the windshield wipers started going extremely...
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Restoring a Z - what is required?
I would like to restore a Z car, but am unsure of what it will require (I have no car repair experience). I would like to begin by replacing the breaks. Are the only "special" tools required to do this jacks to get the car off the ground, as well some wrenchs/other hand tools for...
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Tips on selecting a good car!!
A good car is one that has been serviced well. Generally, it is best to avoid cars with extremely high mileage—especially if this is the result of driving in the city rather than on highways. What constitutes high mileage may vary from place to place. No used car will be perfect. However, will...
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