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Welcome to my Blog devoted to the restoration of my 1972 Datsun 240z. I purchased it in 2013 and have been actively working on my driving-restoration, so I can enjoy the car rather than having it in pieces for years. Please enjoy the write-ups below, as well as the how-to's. Feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any comments or questions. Thanks. - Dave

21 February 2015

Miscellaneous Prep Work

While waiting to put the engine back together with my Dad, who I know is excited to help, I decided to tackle some of the minor task.  Firstly, I put the new throw-out (or release) bearing onto the 5speed transmission.  I also switched back over to the correct clutch fork as the new clutch I ordered is the 240z specific one.

 

I then cleaned up the engine bay and painted over the bare metal to prevent rust
 

I also got the new motor mounts installed

Had a little free time on Sunday, which allowed me to continue the small prep work...

Plugging up the old air galley holes in the exhaust manifold and the emissions holes in the carburetor balance tube.


Relocating the relays for the headlights and fuel pump over next to the battery and under the inspection door.  This will keep them out of sight and a little more protected.



And finally, I was able to start organizing the "big" parts in preparation for the engine going back together



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