• 240Z: Fuel Tank, Splash Panel and more installed

    I did not only buy plenty of stuff for the project recently, but also spent some time tinkering around on the actual project itself. The first task was to install the S30.World fuel tank together with the recently acquired S30.world fuel tank installation kit. To prevent the shiny tank from scratches, I wrapped everything in plastic. And after finding the right technique to hold up the tank while installing the mounting straps, i finally had it installed. Fitment is just like the original one, and it looks great together with the NISMO / Competition electric fuel pump and bracket: Next on the list was to install the fuel filler neck…

  • 240Z: OEM Hitachi Radio & Loads of cool stuff arrived

    In the recent days, I picked up various items again, which I bought recently for my project: The elephant in the room is obviously the all original KM1520-ZC AM / FM Radio. It’s a bit rough around the edges. Just perfect for a restoration. In case you don’t know. Restoring old audio systems, including Car HIFI, from that era was my profession for many years, so this one will be fun for me to get nostalgic. It’s said to be in working condition and complete. Let’s see. Then i also got an original June 1972 Datsun Switzerland dealer price list. I had it scanned, and you can download it HERE…

  • EK9 / ATENZA: Leather steering wheel degrease

    You know this. When using your car regularly, your leather steering will become glossy and loose it’s original texture from dirt and greasy hands. Like this: I wanted to have back the original look and decided it’s time to google for the best solution to get back the OEM look. First step: Buy a good leather cleaner (I got Q2M Leather cleaner) and a leather brush: Step two: Spray the leather parts of your steering wheel (avoid any buttons or electronics) and then gently work it into the leather with the brush. Let it soak for a few minutes Then gently remove it by pressing (not rubbing) a soft cloth…

  • 240Z: L-Drive & R-Drive Parts catalogues arrived

    Today I was finally able to close another big gap in my documentation archive. The Nissan L-Drive and R-Drive Parts catalogues: There are various versions of the Parts catalogues, the L-Drive (Publication No. C-0010L) is for the Left-Hand-drive cars and the R-Drive (Publication No. C-0010R) is for RHD cars. Totally, I have no three versions. From what I understand, the dealerships once got the original Binder in the early years and then constantly got updated sheets to add or replace. That’s why you can see varying years and models on the back of the binder. The Left one and center one are new, the R-Drive on the right is one…

  • EK9: Honda / Mugen / Spoon Documents & Rx Pedals arrived

    After i realized my EK9 is not a regular Ek9 Civic TypeR, but a special EK9 TypeRX edition, the hunt for the rare RX-spec documentation began, because I didn’t really have a lot in my collection. And while hunting documents online, I came across a few aftermarket documents that were cheap and missing in my collection, so I decided to put together a small lot and fill some gaps in my archives: First, the most important one. I’ve been looking for this TypeRX specific EK9 brochure for quite some months now, and finally it popped up recently for sale. I’m super excited about this one, as it is the correct…

  • 240Z: Factory adjustable Race suspension Pt. II

    So a few days ago, I got this delivery of a Nissan Factory adjustable Competition / Sports option / NISMO suspension set, and I finally found the time to do the research. First some Details, I got the two sets (front and rear) from two different sellers in JP, and it’s a lucky coincidence that they actually fit / belong together. The Part numbers are: Front: 54303-E4622 & 54302-E4622 (Atsugi) Rear: 55303-E4622 & 55302-E4622 (AMPCO) On all four strut housings, each of the two platforms / adjustment rings are adjustable in height, and none is fixed, like they are on some other kits. I assume that those sets were made…

  • 240Z: Adjustable Suspension, Mikuni Carbs & Diafilm scanner

    Today I was able to pick up the long-awaited sea-freight shipment from Japan with some parts I bought as long ago as June last year. I almost forgot what I bought back then, so I was excited to see what i got. The shipment originally included parts which were not for myself, so when the shipment was ready to be loaded on the boat, and then these items popped up for a good price, i just bought them blindly to use the opportunity of almost free shipping. This set is what i think an original Nissan factory adjustable suspension. I still have to check the numbers and all the details.…

  • EVENT: JDMjunkies x S30.world at Japanclassic 2025

    The Japanclassic.ch is an annual, very laid back, one-of-a-kind gathering of classic japanese cars of all brands. The last two years I wasn’t able to attend the event, but for this year we’ve deicded to gear up things. Rather than just going there as a visitor, we decided to have a booth this year, and we’re going to share it with S30.world. We’re most probably going to sell some random parts and show the lineup of S30.world parts and show a special car, but we still have to figure out all the details. In case if you don’t know the Japanclassic show, check out some photos from my previous visits…

  • PLACES: Parts Hunting & a visit at Cagedude

    Recently, I went Datsun NOS parts hunting again. Well Sort of. I found a bit of a cryptic Ad online about a guy who was trying to sell a complete Lot of old Datsun spare parts inventory from the 70ies and 80ies. After finally getting in touch with the seller, I realized it’s quite a bit of a ride for me to get there, so I asked my Man Cagedude (who is always looking for such kind of lot’s to buy) to pay a visit, as he lives much closer. Fast-forward a few days and here we are, with a complete bus full of NOS parts in his possession. Naturally,…

  • 240Z: Datsun maintenance Service Slide film

    Today i got something very special, which i found in the USA: A box with “Maintenance of the Datsun 240Z Sports” Service slide films. Let me explain: The Box contains 7 small, numbered plastic cans. Each can has a dia film of colour photos (aka “Slides”). The booklet was Printed in November 1969. So it is from the very beginning of the 240Z. Additionally, there is a booklet which is called “Slide narration” the booklet contains the text to each slide. My understanding is that this was used to train workshop employees. Whoever trained them got a bunch of coloured slides which show how to maintain the 240Z in a…