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Invites to join 311s.org
by S Allen » Wed Dec 05, 2012 10:11 am
I cannot believe I missed this. I was going through and cleaning up my PMs and found this little jewel from Shifty. What a great idea. So print some...
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Last post by 2mAn
Thu Oct 25, 2018 11:14 am
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Forum Guidelines
by S Allen » Tue Apr 05, 2005 9:32 am
Please read the forum giudelines. This forum as well as the main website are for sharing our experiences and knowledge about a car we all have in...
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Last post by TurboRagtop
Sun Oct 09, 2016 1:27 pm
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Profiles-Signatures
by S Allen » Thu May 29, 2003 9:08 am
If everyone does not mind-please go into your Profiles and add a signature with your car type. It makes it easier to answer your questions and who...
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Last post by Nissanman
Mon Sep 06, 2010 12:04 am
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311s.org decal
by mellis18 » Thu Jun 23, 2016 3:18 pm
I got a 311s.org decal from someone awhile back and I can't remember who. It wasn't the colored stick on type but the white one that goes on a...
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Last post by ericstammer
Sun Feb 10, 2019 9:23 am
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ScotT Scheeler's Datsun Roadster Books
by S Allen » Sat Feb 02, 2019 5:00 pm
I was poking around Amazon this morning and it looks like Scott Scheeler's three part Roadster manual is available as a Kindle download and as a hard...
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Last post by theunz
Sat Feb 02, 2019 7:00 pm
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Has your stock Roadster ever left you stranded?
by spl310 » Tue Jan 10, 2006 5:10 pm
I am curious about the reliability of roadsters. As I posted in another thread, Roadsters have NEVER left me on the side of the road unable to make...
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Last post by Ralph
Sun Jan 20, 2019 8:51 pm
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So, Why did you buy a Roadster?
by dbrick » Fri Mar 23, 2012 9:31 pm
A post on another topic made me think...How did we end up here? What made you pick a Datsun?
My story, short version.
1984..Saw an ad in the local...
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Last post by notoptoy
Sat Dec 08, 2018 11:57 pm
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Cool License Plates?
by FairladySPL » Fri Aug 15, 2008 8:21 am
Okay, so maybe some of us have a complex about the Datsun Roadster because the general public doesn't know what they are, and make unintended...
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Last post by pebbles
Sat Aug 25, 2018 1:04 pm
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Database Driven Registry
by S Allen » Wed Dec 09, 2015 7:15 pm
Thought I would do up some instructions for using the database driven registry. You should be able to log on as a guest and search the registry by...
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Last post by mshort07
Wed Dec 09, 2015 10:07 pm
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Opinions wanted engine bay paint.
by nismou20 » Sat Feb 16, 2019 3:21 pm
So, I know it comes down to personal tastes but would like your opinions on Granite look trunk paint. My bay is somewhat crappy with imperfections...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Tue Feb 19, 2019 12:18 pm
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Last post by #009
Tue Feb 19, 2019 11:19 am
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What parts to save before going to crusher
by raylim » Sat Feb 02, 2019 7:06 pm
2FE02748-24C5-4049-B6CE-0C969C528AF0.jpeg Attached are pictures of a crispy 69 2000.
Besides the engine, trans, and grill what would you pull off of...
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Last post by theunz
Mon Feb 18, 2019 5:00 pm
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5 speed
by meck320 » Mon Feb 18, 2019 4:56 pm
Hello All, I'm asking the community for some help. My name is Mike Eckhart ,live in Spencer Ia., I'm in the process of restoring my 68 2000. I have...
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Last post by meck320
Mon Feb 18, 2019 4:56 pm
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front bow and frame
by cktrap » Mon Feb 18, 2019 6:55 am
So I have several top frames. I went through three of them chose the best bow and had it repaired. I'm ready to start and the holes don't line up to...
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Last post by cktrap
Mon Feb 18, 2019 6:55 am
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Last post by MrGuts
Mon Feb 18, 2019 1:25 am
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Motor Power INC New Ownership
by S Allen » Mon Feb 04, 2019 10:01 pm
Just and FYI for those folks whom have used Motor Power for R16/H20 parts in the past. The original owner sold out the beginning of the year due to...
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Last post by Curtis
Sun Feb 17, 2019 7:39 pm
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69 1600
by timeen69 » Tue Feb 12, 2019 4:26 pm
Looking for help with selling a 1969 1600 roadster.
The car runs drives and stops, it is in fair condition near as I can tell it is all original...
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Last post by timeen69
Sun Feb 17, 2019 5:25 pm
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Last post by Alvin
Sun Feb 17, 2019 1:53 pm
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Last post by ted heaton
Sun Feb 17, 2019 12:39 pm
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A Big Change
by theunz » Sat Feb 16, 2019 11:05 pm
Since I've had the plate in my avatar for the last 36 years, I thought it was time to go out on a limb, pull out all the stops, and get a different...
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Last post by theunz
Sun Feb 17, 2019 9:55 am
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5 spd leak
by MrGuts » Wed Dec 05, 2018 10:12 pm
Hiya!
Looks like steady rains this winter, so its time for upgrades on Spike!
Bought some new parts on Black Friday, more on that later in the...
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Last post by MrGuts
Sat Feb 16, 2019 2:42 pm
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Rallye enterprises email!
by Ali_in_UK » Mon Jan 28, 2019 4:43 pm
Hi Guys,
I am located over the water in the UK and have been trying to contact Dann at Rallye Enterprises with a parts order for my Roadster 1600 I...
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Last post by bakerjf
Fri Feb 15, 2019 2:29 pm
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clutch and brakes ongoing
by Lorna c » Sat Oct 27, 2018 6:37 pm
the master appears clean . wish I'd taken it out B4 waiting for new . seemed to have oil on the firewall .
question : ** if I push on the rod and...
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Last post by Lorna c
Fri Feb 15, 2019 2:09 pm
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New to the PNW
by datsunrides » Tue Feb 12, 2019 8:55 pm
Well, after a few years of planning, we sold our home in the Bay Area back at the end of November of last year and closed the purchase of our new...
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Last post by datsunrides
Thu Feb 14, 2019 5:45 pm
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Valve cover breather SR20DE non turbo
by Bigtaku » Thu Feb 14, 2019 3:32 pm
Does anyone know if the SR20DE valve cover breather filter needs/should have a oneway valve (PCV) on it?
Thanks
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Last post by Bigtaku
Thu Feb 14, 2019 3:32 pm
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pulling engine without lift brackets
by MrGuts » Sat Feb 09, 2019 8:01 pm
Hello,
With everything disconnected I am about to pull the engine and trans to address trans leak and other upgrades. Car came with the rear lift...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Feb 14, 2019 1:41 pm
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SR20DE Swap in Florida
by Bigtaku » Sat Jul 22, 2017 4:17 pm
Hello everyone, I am getting close to having a completely rust free painted 68 Roadster! I know I have a bit to go but just getting to this point has...
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Last post by Bigtaku
Thu Feb 14, 2019 10:41 am
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What's in your garage?
by cole455 » Tue Nov 04, 2014 7:58 pm
Being a member of multiple boards, I can't help but imagine that most everyone on this board has other classics stashed away. What other non-roadster...
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Last post by MrGuts
Wed Feb 13, 2019 5:23 pm
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Electrical problem, battery keeps draining
by spags1986 » Wed Feb 06, 2019 11:08 am
Before I really dive into the electrical I thought maybe someone here has experienced this and can save me some time.
On the 69 I just picked up I...
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Last post by redroadster
Tue Feb 12, 2019 12:14 pm
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Added another Roadster to the family! 1969 2000
by spags1986 » Fri Feb 01, 2019 2:17 pm
From the research I did looks like it was restored by Cliff Scott (based on the registry) then made its way to Arizona where the owner passed away...
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Last post by pebbles
Mon Feb 11, 2019 9:22 pm
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Tonneau Cover Fit Question
by Rodosuta » Sun Feb 10, 2019 3:59 pm
Does a tonneau cover for a 1965 fit a 1969 roadster?
My question is specific to the attachment points.
I understand that the headrests would have to...
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Last post by spl310
Sun Feb 10, 2019 9:13 pm
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Last post by Alvin
Sat Feb 09, 2019 11:38 pm
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Today's Progress
by bossbob » Sun Jul 22, 2018 10:59 pm
So, 2 weeks ago I had the engine running pretty good, went to start it and the rear carb started puking out the over flow, followed by the front carb...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sat Feb 09, 2019 5:34 pm
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It’s all about design...
by redroadster68 » Mon Jan 14, 2019 9:43 pm
So we all stare endlessly at our beloved roadsters, admit it or not. Is there a specific design feature that you just love , is there a feature you...
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Last post by Shamus980
Fri Feb 08, 2019 12:21 pm
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Fairlady Roadsters on Shannons Club TV
by krispoulin » Mon Oct 29, 2018 10:55 pm
A very recent episode of this Australian classic car insurance company's online show is all about our favorite roadsters!
And they pretty much...
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Last post by datseen
Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:39 pm
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Site/board security settings?
by justinmc89 » Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:00 am
When I try to reach this forum and site on my mobile or desktop I continually get security errors. I believe the security certificate for the...
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Last post by justinmc89
Thu Feb 07, 2019 8:41 pm
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College Dorm Decorations!
by AidanDawn2000 » Tue Feb 05, 2019 11:56 pm
Hope my roommates don't mind my taste in art! :D
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Feb 07, 2019 4:17 pm
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Colorado Roadsters
by bikermike » Tue Feb 05, 2019 10:02 am
I recently moved from the SF Bay Area to Colorado. I’m looking to connect with local Roadster and Z folks near Denver and Boulder.
Trading...
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Last post by bikermike
Tue Feb 05, 2019 10:02 am
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65-66 wiper arms and blades
by bigdstreetrods » Sat Feb 02, 2019 11:43 am
Does anyone know if there are any wiper arms and blades from other cars will fit a 65-66 spl311? If not.
Does anyone have wiper arms they are willing...
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Last post by S Allen
Sun Feb 03, 2019 12:39 pm
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Map light bulb number?
by printner » Sun Apr 23, 2017 2:43 pm
Does anyone have a number for a replacement map light bulp (67.5)? Can't find a number on the bulb or on the tech wiki.
Thanks!
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Last post by Linda
Sat Feb 02, 2019 4:43 pm
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The Side-Pipe Roadster
by Alvin » Sat May 17, 2014 2:38 am
The infamous Side-Pipe roadster is back on the road! Raul (roadsterdude) let me exercise her today and I took a few pictures of this little hot rod....
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Last post by 2mAn
Sat Feb 02, 2019 3:57 pm
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Keyless ignition
by dbrick » Mon Apr 04, 2011 8:17 pm
I'm going to be rewiring the entire car with an aftermarket harness. I was thinking if I can find a kit with an RFID/proximity key, that would be...
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Last post by charlee0620
Sat Feb 02, 2019 11:42 am
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Verifying the wires on a VR, aftermarket
by Linda » Sun Jan 27, 2019 9:47 pm
So this VR I have is supposed to work, but doesn’t seem to. It is not Nissan. It is new, mechanical. Supposed to be plug and play but it is not...
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Last post by Linda
Thu Jan 31, 2019 5:47 pm
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New Seat Foam
by Damian » Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:24 pm
I am getting my 69's seats redone. The foam in the driver seat bottom needs to be replaced completely (looks like a dog just dug it out). An...
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Last post by Ed Mason
Wed Jan 30, 2019 8:32 pm
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Last post by steve_car
Mon Jan 28, 2019 5:35 pm
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67.5 2000 engine block
by spl310 » Sun Dec 09, 2018 1:50 pm
I just came into another 67.5 2000 engine block. I would assume that someone out there with a half year 2000 would like to get a period block for...
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Last post by spl310
Mon Jan 28, 2019 7:06 am
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U20 Jackshaft bearing removal tip?
by nismou20 » Sat Jan 26, 2019 3:13 pm
Down to removing Jackshaft Bearings on U20. Do they drift out the front or aft? Punched out the rear oil gallery aft of shaft and trying to drift it...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:19 pm
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Can you ID this signature?
by shifty » Sat Jan 26, 2019 3:48 pm
I was going though my signed items from So Cal in the late 90's. I'm not sure whose signature this is!
I got it at the same show where I had some...
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Last post by datsun1500
Sat Jan 26, 2019 10:08 pm
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Windshield pad replacement
by redroadster68 » Wed Oct 31, 2018 10:41 pm
Hi all
Has anyone replaced the interior windshield pads.. ( 3 padded sections around the windscreen). Tips on install? What adhesive did you use?...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sat Jan 26, 2019 3:19 pm
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U20 engine mount bypassing Alt bracket.
by nismou20 » Wed Jan 23, 2019 12:13 am
I’m in the process of pulling the U20 and does anyone know if there is a replacement for the stock alt bracket that would fit the driver side engine...
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Last post by spl310
Fri Jan 25, 2019 3:12 pm
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2019 311s Datsun Roadster Calendar
by ted heaton » Tue Oct 02, 2018 9:22 pm
2019 311s Datsun Roadster Calendar pictures can be submitted now through Oct 31.
I am collecting the roadster pictures for Jared. I will forward ALL...
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Last post by leonhart
Fri Jan 25, 2019 1:14 pm
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Mikuni Stacks
by tjp » Sat Jan 19, 2019 4:48 pm
Can someone please post a picture of Mikuni stacks?
thanks
tim
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Last post by spyder
Thu Jan 24, 2019 9:49 pm
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Night Moves
by Alvin » Thu Nov 17, 2011 11:28 pm
I only get to drive the roadster on the weekends now and there is rain in the forecast so I went for a spin tonight, 46degrees and top down. I have...
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Last post by dbrick
Wed Jan 23, 2019 11:28 pm
