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05-01-2005, 04:16 PM
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The Autocroos bug Strikes
After Reading, I went to watch the Racer do the autocross in Maryland. I was struck by the bug sometime ago, however I didnt want to risk the daily driver, so I never did anything about it. This time it got me good. So now I have another car hanging out at the parents waiting for a little wrench work. I just picked up a 1975 Datsun 280Z with 70K miles. The car was damaged by the mans son. The frame member that runs under the motor was bent, as well as, the steering arm and tierods. It needs quite a bit of work, however, the engine allow is worth the $300 I paid for the car. I dont plan on tagging this car for the road. I'll be repairing what I need to, then I'll run her in the auto crosses. Now all I need to do is finish the 5-speed SVX, so I can start on it.
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05-01-2005, 04:19 PM
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Congrats Mike! You should take a pic of her when you get the chance...
 I love Z's!!!! -Chike (former owner of a '90 300ZX TT)
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05-01-2005, 05:25 PM
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Well, that's pretty cool, Mike. I seriously considered an '85 300Z last summer. I should have bought that car - I could have avoided the engine rebuild the '86 MR2, which I bought instead, required.
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05-01-2005, 06:01 PM
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I'm jealous and really in the same spot without the car however I'm likely to take the SVX out as its the only car I really can't afford right now
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86 GMC Jimmy Blue and Silver- R.I.P. 87 Integra RS ~228k miles R.I.P.  92 SVX LS-L Perly ~186k R.I.P. 89 240sx se red ~165k miles Gone and unknown 89 240sx se Black~185k R.I.P. 85 Toyota pickup ~205k R.I.P. 85 BMW 325e ~ Gone and unknown 85 Ford Mustang getting engine swap now! 05 Colorado ~108k Daily Driver
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05-01-2005, 07:08 PM
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Just keep an eye on your local paper. Deals pop up all the time. I just missed an 88 Prelude w/ new clutch, ignition, plugs, and tires for $800. The ad said it ran excellent. I figured it had over $800 in new parts, but it had sold the day before. The secret is not to look for something specific, just certain traits. I was looking for small, manual and older 70's/80's for easy repairs and something with a good aftermarket support. I think the most import thing was the body condition for me. I can do the machanical, but not body work. I'm hoping I'm not in over my head as it is with the frame and steering damage.
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05-01-2005, 07:26 PM
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can only watch so much considering I'm only pulling in about $90 a week on disablity and just found another job(Valvoline on St Charels Rock Rd.) last week by the time I get my first paycheck from there I should be just about ready to go back to UPS....I ve got little to no savings now and Insureance is 265/month car bill is 120/month rent 200/month and I just had surgery on my hand last month so you can see how finantially stable I am at the moment
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86 GMC Jimmy Blue and Silver- R.I.P. 87 Integra RS ~228k miles R.I.P. 92 SVX LS-L Perly ~186k R.I.P. 89 240sx se red ~165k miles Gone and unknown 89 240sx se Black~185k R.I.P. 85 Toyota pickup ~205k R.I.P. 85 BMW 325e ~ Gone and unknown 85 Ford Mustang getting engine swap now! 05 Colorado ~108k Daily Driver
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05-02-2005, 02:51 PM
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Bummer bud. You may want to stay away from the track for awhile than. Dont want to risk your car until you can build up a little spare change for repairs. And watching is going to be too tempting.
Also, does anyone know were I can get a front kit for a 280Z? It had a little more damage than I realized. I need the frame and most of the steering components. Last edited by mikecg; 05-02-2005 at 02:53 PM.
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05-02-2005, 05:08 PM
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Risk? You don't have to go fast. You lose a little coin to cone driving like a grampa but you get experience that's worth having.
My third auto-x is this Saturday and it will be for points. Wish I had more of that ex.
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05-02-2005, 06:09 PM
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05-02-2005, 07:07 PM
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"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute.
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05-10-2005, 08:52 AM
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You have poop in your mouth.
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05-10-2005, 08:53 AM
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2005 RX-8 Grand Touring 2005 Outback 2002 Mercedes-Benz E320 wagon END OF LINE Last edited by Mr. Pockets; 05-10-2005 at 08:59 AM.
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05-10-2005, 09:34 AM
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I'm going for Prepared class. I'll be gutting the interior and removing the bumpers. It ran when it was park, however that was 5 years ago. I'll have to hotwire it to see if it will run, the previous owner cant find the keys. I'm thinking about removing all unnessisary wireing anyway. I'll put in a kill switch with a push button start and shave all the locks and stuff. I would just weld the doors, but I dont know if I would be able to get through those tiny windows.
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05-10-2005, 01:37 PM
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86 GMC Jimmy Blue and Silver- R.I.P. 87 Integra RS ~228k miles R.I.P. 92 SVX LS-L Perly ~186k R.I.P. 89 240sx se red ~165k miles Gone and unknown 89 240sx se Black~185k R.I.P. 85 Toyota pickup ~205k R.I.P. 85 BMW 325e ~ Gone and unknown 85 Ford Mustang getting engine swap now! 05 Colorado ~108k Daily Driver
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