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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
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
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 70MTRoadster Tue Jun 16, 2020 9:37 am
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?
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Last post by buenavides1 Tue May 26, 2020 11:24 pm
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 DatsunLover Tue May 26, 2020 6:32 am
Has your stock Roadster ever left you stranded?
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 Lorna c Wed Sep 11, 2019 12:00 am
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 mellis18 Mon Apr 15, 2019 12:28 pm
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
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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Last post by Zogster Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:04 am
Happy 4th of July!
by Alvin » Sat Jul 04, 2020 12:35 pm
Happy Independence Day roadster brothers and sisters
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Last post by devo Sat Jul 04, 2020 9:14 pm
SPLU311-02914 Interior Redo - Sort Of
by Curtis » Fri Nov 29, 2019 11:01 pm
This is my driver car while I restore the other one that has had many I'm going to get it done by dates.
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Last post by notoptoy Sat Jul 04, 2020 8:24 pm
Need wheels to fit 69 2000
by Zroadster » Wed Jun 24, 2020 6:44 pm
I have a 1969 2000 roadster that needs new wheels and tires. Can anyone help with the correct sizes. Tire shops don't know. Thanks
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Last post by Zroadster Sat Jul 04, 2020 6:00 pm
Sway bar install
by ppeters914 » Fri Jun 26, 2020 5:36 pm
Guess I'm doing it the hard way, and failing. :roll:
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Last post by ppeters914 Sat Jul 04, 2020 3:55 pm
Windshield pad replacement
by redroadster68 » Wed Oct 31, 2018 10:41 pm
Hi all
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Last post by Bigtaku Sat Jul 04, 2020 3:32 pm
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Last post by Gregs672000 Sat Jul 04, 2020 11:49 am
68 Roadster 2000 SU’s Running Rich
by halvernaz » Wed Jul 01, 2020 8:49 am
Hi All,
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Last post by keith0alan Fri Jul 03, 2020 7:12 am
Fiberglass and Carbonfiber hoods for our cars!
WOODY » Wed May 15, 2013 8:24 pm
Ok guys. So here is the deal, I've contacted someone to do Fiberglass and carbonfiber hoods for our cars, I need to know how many of you will be...
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Last post by twistin Thu Jul 02, 2020 8:43 pm
Datsun Roadster Tool Kit
by LBLanni » Wed Jul 01, 2020 12:23 pm
I'm looking for pictures that show the Tool Bag, Tools and Paper Description for a 1969- & 1970 Roadster.
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Last post by bakerjf Wed Jul 01, 2020 8:46 pm
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Last post by Linda Wed Jul 01, 2020 8:43 pm
Wheel locks
by Linda » Sat Apr 18, 2020 2:00 pm
Any opinions on wheel lug locks? Useful or not?
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Last post by sfdaugherty Wed Jul 01, 2020 7:05 pm
Electrical Short and Fuel Guage Problems
by lildrip049 » Sat Jun 27, 2020 7:03 am
Have a 1968-69 datsun roadster. IO say this because the registration is for a 69 however the wiring diagram for the car is 1968. I have 2 problems. I...
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Last post by redroadster Wed Jul 01, 2020 4:17 pm
Toolkit Inventory Sheet
by SlowBoy » Mon Dec 24, 2007 12:59 pm
This toolkit inventory sheet was remade and is on the WIKI Manuals page. It was in a 1966 1600.
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Last post by S Allen Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:22 pm
Lost in the wheels world
by Pierre » Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:44 am
Hello everybody,
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Last post by Linda Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:19 pm
Sputtering?
by jbarnish » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:39 pm
My 1970 1600 just started sputtering while giving it throttle? Any ideas?
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Last post by Gregs672000 Tue Jun 30, 2020 2:14 pm
Arghhhh bad paint
by TobyMan » Wed Apr 29, 2020 8:27 am
After almost a year doing body work finally had car ready to be painted. Sprayed it, went on what looked like real nice. Problem is wrong paint, the...
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Last post by S Allen Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:38 pm
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Last post by MattC Mon Jun 29, 2020 8:56 pm
brake lights
by jbarnish » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:42 pm
blinkers work but not the brake lights...checked fuses and all i tact. Any ideas of how to diagnose? 1970 1600.
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Last post by Linda Mon Jun 29, 2020 8:18 pm
Posties and twisties
by mellis18 » Fri Apr 08, 2016 7:42 pm
I have replaced all the posties and twisties for the new top but I can't remember if, at the front of the doors, under the windwing, there is a posty...
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Last post by C.Costine Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:41 am
Weather Strip
by GoKart2013 » Fri May 10, 2013 10:58 am
Anyone got any kind of tutorial of doing the complete weather stripping on a 68 Roadster. I will be doing this project this weekend and needed help.
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Last post by Linda Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:45 pm
Re: electrical short and fuel guage problems
by lildrip049 » Sat Jun 27, 2020 7:16 am
I have a 1968 or 69 datsun. I state this because the registration says its a 69 however the wiring diagram is for a 68. I had the master cyclinder...
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Last post by Curtis Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:48 pm
Early 4 speed transmission synchronizers
by beautyandplay » Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:37 am
I got tired of double clutching and rev matching with my original 4 speed transmission, and thinking that its synchros were bad replaced it with a 4...
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Last post by Datrock Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:14 am
Roll bar input?
by The Neck » Tue Jun 23, 2020 10:18 am
Hey everyone,
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Last post by theunz Fri Jun 26, 2020 7:48 am
Classic tubing brake lines
by 69roadster » Wed Jun 24, 2020 11:56 am
I'm looking to replace all the brake lines on my 67.5 SRL. Classic tubing sells brake lines, but I didn't see a listing for the 67.5 cars on...
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Last post by 69roadster Wed Jun 24, 2020 8:42 pm
Engine Difference
by bustrud68 » Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:29 am
1968 1600 Roadster ; This may be a dumb question, but when i research parts at times it asked which engine. What's the difference between the I4 Gas...
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Last post by spl310 Tue Jun 23, 2020 4:18 pm
Engine ID - Interchange/Compatibility
by SPLutah » Sun Jun 21, 2020 11:04 pm
So the car I bought has an engine that came from another vehicle. It is mounted up to what I believe is the correct 4 speed for the roadster. A few...
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Last post by SPLutah Tue Jun 23, 2020 12:11 am
Low Windshield Bottom Weatherstrip Trim
by Curtis » Sun Jun 21, 2020 8:48 pm
The little trim piece at the end of the bottom weatherstrip came in two lengths. I have a set of both that are in fair to need chrome condition. So...
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Last post by Curtis Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:24 pm
Convertible top latch upgrade?
by Hooper246 » Mon Jun 22, 2020 1:21 pm
Hello 👋 I have been trying to resurrect my 69 soft top frame. Pretty beat up and very worn latch mechanisms. Has anyone used different latches that...
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Last post by jhayden Mon Jun 22, 2020 5:25 pm
2300 Roadster - Build Thread
by L20B » Sun May 03, 2020 6:37 pm
What's up guys!
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Last post by 70MTRoadster Mon Jun 22, 2020 12:16 pm
map light
by ed B » Thu May 19, 2016 8:12 am
Does anyone have a schematic sketch for the map light (in the center console) for a 69 model? I think i am missing a spring or something as there is...
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Last post by orangedawg Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:34 am
Rat Fink style 311 image
by redroadster » Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:39 am
Anyone an artist here or have an artist in the family ?
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Last post by redroadster Sun Jun 21, 2020 9:28 pm
DROPS Dual Exhaust Roadster.
by ted heaton » Sun Jun 21, 2020 8:19 pm
The DROPS Dual Exhaust Roadster exposed.
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Last post by ted heaton Sun Jun 21, 2020 8:19 pm
Trunk lock differences early vs late???
by S Allen » Mon Jun 15, 2020 11:48 am
Looking for a trunk lock for my 66 project. The one I have is trashed. Key not important as I can get that taken care of. Thanks.
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Last post by S Allen Sat Jun 20, 2020 10:00 pm
Closest color to roadster blue
by mraitch » Fri Jun 19, 2020 5:57 pm
git a new engine to sort - what is the closest available color for the block and extremeties?
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Last post by spl310 Fri Jun 19, 2020 7:56 pm
Fairlady emblem dimension
by hlry-2 » Wed Jun 17, 2020 4:20 am
Hi there, is anyone know the dimension of the rear FAIRLADY emblem size? I cant find this emblem anywhere, so i think I might just custom made a...
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Last post by hlry-2 Fri Jun 19, 2020 2:34 am
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Last post by fairladyproducts.com Thu Jun 18, 2020 6:32 pm
Rallye enterprises email!
by Ali_in_UK » Mon Jan 28, 2019 4:43 pm
Hi Guys,
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Last post by MattC Thu Jun 18, 2020 6:36 am
Who Knows What Evil Lurks Within??
by mraitch » Wed Jun 03, 2020 6:15 am
SO, it was time to tear the engine of the red roadster down to find the source of the noise that caused me to shut it down.
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Last post by mraitch Tue Jun 16, 2020 10:34 pm
Another Utah Roadster!
by Skyman » Sun Oct 12, 2014 11:54 am
I just met another Utah Roadster owner yesterday. Alex with his very nice 68 1600. I hope he doesn't care if I post this. Sorry Alex. We're going to...
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Last post by SPLutah Mon Jun 15, 2020 4:47 pm
How to fix hood release?
by mraitch » Wed May 15, 2019 8:21 pm
Installed backup hood release, but stock one is trashed. Anyone know how to 'fix'??
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Last post by nismou20 Sun Jun 14, 2020 12:45 pm
Tunnel Support Removal 4 Speed to 5 Speed, Why?
by Curtis » Wed Jun 10, 2020 5:34 pm
On the 66 body I am restoring the car apparently had a 5 speed in it since they hacked up the shifter opening and the tunnel support.
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Last post by RCMike Sat Jun 13, 2020 6:42 pm
Running U20 current value ?
by Pjackb » Fri Jun 12, 2020 2:39 pm
So whats the price range for a complete and running U20 with SUs nowadays ?
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Last post by Pjackb Fri Jun 12, 2020 2:39 pm
Need a lift?
by vorpal » Tue Jun 09, 2020 11:04 am
Car club friend of mine was over a couple of weeks ago and saw my garage setup...
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Last post by Linda Wed Jun 10, 2020 11:22 am
