Thanks a lot. Part of why we started this channel was to keep motivated on our projects. If you liked the 300ZX content and you haven't already, please subscribe as we also have a 300ZX Turbo that has not made it to the channel yet that is currently undergoing some major work. This video was pretty detail oriented, and it's hard to strike a balance between showing too much with the level of effort it takes versus leaving out content and keeping the video shorter. How did you feel about the level of detail shown?

@@Dan_And_Daves_Garage Hey there! Just wanted to share that I am currently working on an '89 Z31, and I have to say, the video I watched was a lifesaver. The level of detail was amazing, and it gave me the confidence I needed to tackle this project.

We are actually really happy and excited that someone found our content motivational and helpful. Really gives us a purpose to keep making them.

I've had a non-zero number of people ask, "Wow, what year 240SX is that?"

Glad you enjoyed the video. I have more 300ZX content planned and we are actively working on our 1986 300ZX Turbo that has not made an appearance on this channel yet.

Thanks a lot

Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed!

@@Dan_And_Daves_Garage What music did you use and is it royalty free/no copyright strike from YT? Thanks.

Yes they are royalty free from pixabay. These are the songs used throughout Intro: Night City Knight - AlexiAction Background: Meteor Shower - Mezhdunami Background: Flashes - Mezhdunami

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It is a roller coaster ride for sure. Next episode is in the works

Thanks. When you get a chance, check out part 2, where I actually finish it, drive it!

Thanks a lot. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Now, I have to hold up my end and work on getting a part 2 out.

The white with burgundy interior combo is so 80s I love it. I agree, not fast but cool to cruise around in.

If you need more inspiration, check out the video on our channel working on our 86 300ZX Turbo

Nice, we are currently editing putting our old Z31 300ZX turbo back together after it was stripped down, so if that sounds interesting to you, make sure to subscribe

consider it done @@Dan_And_Daves_Garage

Solid critique, we are still learning and trying to make engaging content that's worthwhile watching. I am currently waiting on parts for it so a driving video will come eventually.

Good tip

You just need to start simple and find one that is already complete and original. This way, you learn basic maintenance and fix things as they break. When you get more comfortable, you can begin buying "barn finds" and doing basic restorations. Stay away from barn finds initially or bikes that are in pieces or incomplete. Hopefully, this helps.

Thanks for the tip

The simplest thing would be to make sure that there are no air bubbles in the coolant system. One of the spill-free bleeding funnels makes the job really easy, and they are cheap. If it's still overheating, I'd probably get one of the headgasket test kits that changes colors by testing your coolant for exhaust fumes. This way, you don't throw parts at it if there is a more serious issue at hand. I personally only have had old brass radiators be a little weepy, but never really the cause of overheating. I replaced the radiator on my 80 series when it was leaking, and it never overheated. Make sure you have all the fan shroud plastic and have properly bled clean coolant. These cars aren't known for overheating easily, but aren't impervious to neglect. Hopefully this helps.

@@Dan_And_Daves_Garage thanks for the tips, will do all of those and report back on how it’s looking

In reality it's all nuts and bolts. Just a lot of steps to reach the belt and the added pressure that if you screw up you will destroy all your valves if you are off by more than a tooth. Besides that, no real special tools besides a puller to remove the crank pulley. Plenty of really good guides on youtube and forums to follow directions with a lot of tips and pointers available.

Actually drove it around and never managed to get footage of it before my son was born and all of a sudden 2 seaters were no longer top priority. With that said, I am actively working on it now to fix some nagging issues and aiming to have part 2 out late April/early May

What's wrong with it? I can at least help by giving some pointers

They are obviously old, rusty, and a bit sooty. But nothing that I wouldn't expect given the age and unknown miles. If you noticed anything wrong that I didn't catch please let me know, part of why I post content is to learn and get better.

Good point - not a lot of use in criticizing without offering any information! But I do have to agree that those plugs are looking very rich. And I’d say the engine is probably burning oil. Also, there’s a spark plug tool included in the factory tool kit in the trunk. Easier to use (to me, anyway) than the fuel hose trick, though it obviously does work!