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Voltmeter vs. ammmeter
by spyder » Thu Feb 09, 2012 10:06 pm
I did as search but was unsuccessful in finding a thread where I thought someone had replaced their tall windshield ammeter with a volt meter. Ring...
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The online fairlady parts catalog
by S Allen » Sat Jan 12, 2008 9:15 am
The online fairlady parts catalog web address:
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Stroker Poll
S Allen » Tue Jan 22, 2008 8:02 am
So Mike Hudson came up with a cool idea to see if we could gather data from the different stroker builds out there. There is more than one way to...
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Last post by baxtersit Tue Sep 25, 2018 7:01 pm
The Quick/Small/(Stupid?) Question Thread.
by GeoffM » Mon May 18, 2009 12:03 pm
Timing and cooling and carbs, OH MY
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Last post by notoptoy Thu Sep 07, 2017 1:51 pm
Mystery device mounted to heat shield btw SU's
by RustyBucket » Fri Jul 22, 2016 9:32 pm
:?: So I'm finally getting around to restoring a late 69 SPL which has a strange electrical device bolted to the middle of heat shield plate between...
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Last post by david premo Mon Jul 25, 2016 7:47 pm
Wiki Tech Section
by S Allen » Thu Jun 28, 2007 6:43 pm
The wiki tech section is pretty much ready to go as it will be a work in progress. If you have something to add just email the info and pics to me at...
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Last post by JDeatsch Mon Aug 24, 2015 6:49 pm
S12 Service Manual - FJ20E
by Nissanman » Thu Nov 11, 2010 6:18 am
Hi folks, recently I scanned the FJ20E relevant sections of the Nissan Service Manual for the S12 Silvia/Gazelle,
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Last post by Nissanman Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:49 pm
New/Modified Header Design?
by Daryl Smith » Thu Feb 24, 2005 1:27 am
I posted this on the roadster mailing list and got no response, so thought I would try here for those not following the mail list. I think the 35+...
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Last post by Daryl Smith Sun Jul 05, 2020 2:17 am
Hardtop gaskets.
by Aevigan » Wed Jul 03, 2019 1:13 am
Hello forum! I have tried searching but can’t find any good leads to follow. Does any one have a source for hard top gaskets? I messaged...
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Last post by Bigtaku Sat Jul 04, 2020 5:01 pm
Caliper cylinder types and flares
by BenGood » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:27 pm
I just disassembled my calipers, have enough pitting on the cylinder walls to need new ones (or sleeved), and now am getting the question Inner or...
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Last post by itsa68 Sat Jul 04, 2020 3:02 pm
Exhaust resonator tips
by joe fremeau » Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:38 pm
Hi , trying to get my exhaust to sound better . Anyone have any suggestions on a exhaust tip with resonator built in. Thanks
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Last post by Gregs672000 Thu Jul 02, 2020 10:15 pm
Electric fan changes air fuel ratio, huh?
by Gregs672000 » Sat Jun 27, 2020 1:13 pm
HI electrical experts, got one for ya... yesterday I watched my air/fuel ratio change from 14.1 or so at idle to 13.5 or so when the electric fan...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Wed Jul 01, 2020 9:45 pm
Hardtop Project
by Alvin » Wed Jan 23, 2008 3:34 pm
I'm picking up a hardtop for the roadster this weekend. Here are pics of it on Dave's '66/SR20:
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Last post by Bigtaku Wed Jul 01, 2020 7:24 am
Parking brake linkage bushing
by ppeters914 » Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:54 pm
There are two parking brake linkage rods that run parallel to the rear axle housing. The left one is longer, and goes through a metal loop on the...
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Last post by bakerjf Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:10 pm
How do you adjust the brake pedal??
by ABROCK » Thu Sep 13, 2012 9:06 pm
I am having brake issues where the braking is very stiff - to the point where the car is not safe to drive. I can stand on the brake pedal and there...
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Last post by dads311 Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:33 pm
Anti-Drain tube back necessity
by 19692000survivor » Sun Oct 06, 2019 9:11 pm
I have recently read several post around warnings of not having an anti-drain back tube on your Datsun Roadster engine. Do any of the vendors have...
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Last post by SPLutah Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:45 pm
Header and oil cooler canister info
by gtrbg » Tue Jan 28, 2020 5:42 pm
New to the site. Just picked up what appears to be a 1969 Datsun Roadster race car with a U20 motor with Solex carbs, finned oil pan and LSD rear. It...
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Last post by JT68 Tue Jun 30, 2020 10:17 am
Horn Assembly
by RichardA » Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:00 pm
I have a 1967.5 low windshield 1600 Roadster. The horn had stopped working and the mechanic re-wired so it now has power. However, the car was...
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Last post by S Allen Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:09 pm
No power to electric system
by sevenmilebridge » Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:22 am
Helping a friend get his 67 1600 back on the road. I got the engine running but sputtered and spit. Rebuilt carbs adjusted valves put in new rotor...
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Last post by Curtis Sun Jun 28, 2020 12:33 am
fog light wiring - blowing fuses
by roadstermike » Tue Feb 12, 2013 12:42 pm
Well I getting my 67.5 1600 wiring all back to stock form since the PO made some interesting adjustments. Also, I added a 30 amp fuse that goes to my...
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Last post by Nissanman Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:19 pm
using Dean's "Performance #1" cam
by art11144 » Sat Jun 27, 2020 11:54 am
I've replaced the stock R16 cam (orig specs say valve lift = 0.335 valve lift/256 deg duration but Dean's site says std grind = 0.350 valve lift/248...
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Last post by art11144 Sat Jun 27, 2020 1:40 pm
2000 SU air cleaner T hose
by spl310 » Thu Jun 25, 2020 8:13 pm
I have looked and don't see any of the T hoses listed as being available. What solutions have you all come up with to replace these?
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Last post by roadsterred Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:55 am
Engine Had Developed a Chirp Today
by Copterpilot » Mon Jun 01, 2020 8:21 pm
Today I heard a very noticeable chirp from the engine, most distinct when applying power. Anyone have an idea of what might cause a chirping? I’ve...
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Last post by Copterpilot Thu Jun 25, 2020 11:53 am
Caliper Upgrade, Tube vs Passage
by Curtis » Mon Jul 15, 2019 9:48 pm
Stock brakes have the crossover tube. For an upgrade does the inside passage offer much of an advantage?
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Last post by Curtis Thu Jun 25, 2020 9:49 am
Weird Tachometer Function
by jrusso07 » Wed Jun 24, 2020 7:03 am
Hello all,
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Last post by jrusso07 Thu Jun 25, 2020 7:25 am
aftermarket headlight relay wiring
by leonhart » Sat Apr 04, 2020 3:24 pm
I am (very, very slowly) trying to work out the wiring on my '67 1600. In my member thread last year (the last I messed with it) I noted that I...
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Last post by MattC Wed Jun 24, 2020 6:54 pm
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Last post by keith0alan Wed Jun 24, 2020 6:29 pm
Teardrop Light Conversion
by Curtis » Fri Jun 19, 2020 1:09 am
A couple of you have asked how I did the teardrop conversion from a single element to a dual element. Here it is.
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Last post by Curtis Wed Jun 24, 2020 4:40 pm
Setting Points Gap
by ghia1974 » Sat Jun 20, 2020 7:53 pm
I'm brand new to the Roadster community. I recently purchased a 70 1600 that does not turn over. I've decided to work through the normal...
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Last post by theunz Mon Jun 22, 2020 7:18 am
steel valve seats for todays gas?
by 70MTRoadster » Sun Jun 21, 2020 12:47 pm
Since I now have the new to me 69 U20 with 67,000 miles on it plus I am taking every opportunity to drive it now, what are your thoughts on the stock...
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Last post by mraitch Sun Jun 21, 2020 11:05 pm
‘67.5 R16 Not Firing - Ignition Electrics?
by SP3 » Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:48 am
Reaching out separately from thread that was getting too broad on inop issues.
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Last post by redroadster Sun Jun 21, 2020 8:54 am
67.5 vs 68+
by Habitat.pat » Thu Jun 18, 2020 8:10 pm
I am looking at replacing my brake lines & found a full set listed for 68-70 cars. Mine is a 67.5. The only difference I can find in brake system is...
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Last post by fj20spl311 Thu Jun 18, 2020 9:53 pm
Reseat valves or not??
by mraitch » Thu Jun 11, 2020 3:45 pm
So, working on red roadster - having head checked/decked if neessary. Does it make sense to take out the valves, clean them up and 'reseat' them??
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Last post by mraitch Tue Jun 16, 2020 10:38 pm
123 ignition
by Pierre » Wed Jun 10, 2020 6:09 pm
Hi,
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Last post by Linda Mon Jun 15, 2020 5:57 pm
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Last post by SP3 Mon Jun 15, 2020 12:56 am
Datsun 2000 back fires now won’t start
by Cllishof » Thu Jun 11, 2020 9:51 pm
I am no mechanic. So I take my datsun out. Driving along I think it’s in 3rd it’s in 5th it revs up backfires shuts off. Now won’t start. It wants...
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Last post by Cllishof Fri Jun 12, 2020 9:48 pm
67.5 Brake Line routing
by fj20spl311 » Mon Jun 08, 2020 9:34 pm
Can someone (Alvin) please post a picture of the brake and clutch line routing alone the firewall for a SRL/SPL. Mine are a mess, crossing over and...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Wed Jun 10, 2020 10:51 am
Seat Upholstery installation
by greydog » Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:53 am
The seats in the '68 were in need of new covers. The old custom fabric was rotten and splitting.
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Last post by eye Mon Jun 08, 2020 10:07 am
Sealing inside of frame rails
by teranfirbt » Sun Jun 07, 2020 11:30 pm
Hey all, did a little searching and couldn't find a specific answer for the easiest way to coat the insides of the frame rails to prevent rusting. I...
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Last post by Nissanman Mon Jun 08, 2020 12:33 am
Speedometer Off
by Rutty » Fri May 29, 2020 7:41 am
Hi all,
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Last post by cromgnman Sun Jun 07, 2020 10:57 am
Seat rail cleaning/lubing?
by GoldHawg » Sat Jun 06, 2020 6:17 pm
I took off the worst of the seat rails in my set and started cleaning them up; lots of rust. Everywhere I could get a wire wheel it came off pretty...
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Last post by Linusrp Sun Jun 07, 2020 7:17 am
Panasport Wheel Caps
by devauxmidwest » Sat Jun 06, 2020 3:29 pm
What other wheel brand center caps can be used with Panasport wheels? Will VTO tall caps work with Panasports? I'm looking for a set of caps like the...
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Last post by devauxmidwest Sat Jun 06, 2020 3:29 pm
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Last post by Curtis Fri Jun 05, 2020 7:27 pm
Wiper Motor Speeds
by Rutty » Fri May 29, 2020 7:55 am
Hi all,
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Last post by Curtis Thu Jun 04, 2020 11:31 pm
Oil Pressure - really low? (part 2)
by Erock311 » Thu Jun 04, 2020 9:58 am
This is a response to Gregs 67 2000 post about oil sender issues. I had the same problems w/ my 66. I know the post was several months ago, but had...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Thu Jun 04, 2020 10:16 am
Help Needed Removing Ignition Tumbler
by gdawg » Wed Jun 03, 2020 7:58 pm
Hi,
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Orphan relay
by Jimmers74 » Mon Jun 01, 2020 9:37 pm
This relay was liberated from the driver's side of my 69 1600, attached to the cable holder for the outside air vent. None of the wires were...
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Last post by JT68 Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:18 pm
Steering Box Adjustment Difficulty
by drummerdood » Wed May 27, 2020 7:36 pm
Hello community! I recently freshened up my steering components (lower ball joints, upper spindles, tie rods, center link, idler box) on my '68...
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