Hi everyone! I'm the proud owner of #SPL311-11096. I purchased it from the previous owner who bought it a couple years ago and didn't have the resources to restore it.
The engine runs and it barely drove onto the trailer I used to tow it down here to San Diego. There are a lot of pieces missing and I thought that this forum would be a great place to begin!
I hope to restore this Datsun to almost original condition. The electrical system will be replaced/upgraded to modern day!
This is my first Datsun and I'm hooked!
New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
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superdylan
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New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
The Rebirth of Kazu, a 1967.5 1600: http://www.my-fairlady-kazu.com
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome, post some pictures here for us all to see.
You have found a great resource in this forum!
You have found a great resource in this forum!
"When all else fails, force prevails!" Ummm, we're gonna need a bigger hammer here.
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jamesw
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Now let's see some photos! 
Cheers
James
Cheers
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FergO2k
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Yep, definitely need pics, but welcome.
The GM alternator swap is a good start. While some have gone "Painless", the time spent getting all the ancillaries to jibe with that can be spent on the stock system, which is pretty darn simple and does well once well grounded.
I'd jump on an elec ignition right off the bat too, as it'll solve more than 1/2 of any "carb" problems. Set it and forget it.
The GM alternator swap is a good start. While some have gone "Painless", the time spent getting all the ancillaries to jibe with that can be spent on the stock system, which is pretty darn simple and does well once well grounded.
I'd jump on an elec ignition right off the bat too, as it'll solve more than 1/2 of any "carb" problems. Set it and forget it.
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superdylan
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
I'll get some pics this weekend. Thanks for the welcome and I add the electronic ignition to my list of things to do.
Here's my blog of the restoration: http://my-fairlady-kazu.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
It may be a slow process, because I've got two little ones to take care of, but I hope to get it finished by the time they're off to college!
Here's my blog of the restoration: http://my-fairlady-kazu.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
It may be a slow process, because I've got two little ones to take care of, but I hope to get it finished by the time they're off to college!
The Rebirth of Kazu, a 1967.5 1600: http://www.my-fairlady-kazu.com
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Skyman
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Good luck. There are a lot of helpful folks here. Feel free to ask many questions. Welcome to the forum.
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome aboard! You've come to the right place! This forum is great.
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ChrisS
Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Very nice description of the alternator swap on your blog! Thanks
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome.
+1 on your documentation, but you do not note any fuses to protect the factory harness from the higher output alternator. Perhaps you already have it covered. If not, consider searching previous posts for suggestions.
+1 on your documentation, but you do not note any fuses to protect the factory harness from the higher output alternator. Perhaps you already have it covered. If not, consider searching previous posts for suggestions.
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome, and I like your blog! Please feel free to ask any and all questions. This is a nonaggressive forum unlike so many others out there.
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peter
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome Dylan,
And you have a nice blog, with a lot of good info for replacing the alternator.
And you have a nice blog, with a lot of good info for replacing the alternator.
Horsepower is how hard you hit the wall,torque is how far you take the wall with you.
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Welcome aboard! Coming to this site was a great choice. These guys/gals know everything! (not me lol)
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superdylan
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Finally, here are some pics I dug up for my 1600. The paint is ok, it's just a shame that the paint shop swiped all the trim.
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The Rebirth of Kazu, a 1967.5 1600: http://www.my-fairlady-kazu.com
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mikeb
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
Your car looks terrific and I also enjoyed your blog. Very well done!
Too bad about the trim...
Mike
Too bad about the trim...
Mike
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OldYeller
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Re: New 1967.5 Datsun 1600 for me!
+1 on the blog
Imho, I like the trim on roadsters though some do not.
Did you see the trim FS on eBay? Sorry just looked and it ended.
I have early model concave trim on my roadster. Bought from Rallye in '91
It's in perfect condition. I'd trade it for a late set of similar quality btw.
There is a very nice write up on using stick on trim.
http://www.311s.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20691" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Good luck and keep on roadstering!
Imho, I like the trim on roadsters though some do not.
Did you see the trim FS on eBay? Sorry just looked and it ended.
I have early model concave trim on my roadster. Bought from Rallye in '91
It's in perfect condition. I'd trade it for a late set of similar quality btw.
There is a very nice write up on using stick on trim.
http://www.311s.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=20691" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Good luck and keep on roadstering!
Steven
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