What a difference a day makes. I had the day off today and decided it would be a great day to install the dash. You know the dash, the thing I actually started this thread off with. I am so thoroughly pleased with the results, that I cannot wait to drive her again. Installing the dash was NOT an easy task. The biggest @@$! was the oil pressure line and the tip light on the tach. Just darn near impossible to get to with the steering column in the way. I took great time to sand and prime the key ignition module/lock when it was off the car, only to remember that the entire thing gets covered back up with the plastic on the column. Oh well if anybody gets snarky, I will say it is painted.
before.
after.
I am going to hook up the air ventilation plumbing next and get the cables hooked up. I am waiting for a new water cock from datsunparts at the moment. Mine was a lost cause. It would turn until I got it half way in then it would bind up something horrible. Not sure if the body is warped but both of the outlets are bent. So who knows.
I hooked up the wiring in the glove box again and testing all the functions and the motor turned over, and all the lights worked. I never was able to revive my radio though
I will want to find another AM and get her working again. I have one last thing I can try before I call it quits, but looks like I should be able button this up in about 2 - 3 more weeks. Hopefully. Depends on if I can get another day off.
The top windshield padding will be a challenge. I am not sure what I want to do with that yet. But we will see. I have until April 22 to have this done.
The new Nardi will be shipping to me in 2 weeks. Cannot wait to see that in the car.
John B. I cannot thank you enough for encouraging me to start this and helping me along the way. Much sincere thanks sir.
