The Quick/Small/(Stupid?) Question Thread-take 2

[spags1986]

Thanks guys, didn't want to force anything and new I would have the answer within minutes!

[cktrap]

Tape the hood at the two bottom points before you tap it off to keep the trim from scratching the hood

[Linda]

Does anyone know the bolt size for the seat belts where they attach at the wheel arches on the package shelf. I lost the bolts and am finishing installing the seat belts.
Thx
Linda

[dynaguy]

They are 7/16-20 x 7/8" long. They have a large head, see pic. These are an extra set I have if you need them, pm me. Pat

[Linda]

I discovered 7/16-20 when I had time to search the archives.
Got a couple bolts from Home Depot. I figure the 2 I lost might turn up.....
Thx anyway Pat
Linda

[MattC]

Hey all,

Anyone know if the seat track studs can be replaced? I just yanked my seats out to redo the foams and covers and I’ve found some issues that I need to fix (two broken studs and a couple others that look to have been cross threaded multiple times). I suppose I could knock the old ones out and just weld anything else in there that I feel like as long as it doesn’t interfere with seat movement. Thoughts?

[theunz]

Matt, I did exactly what you are thinking of. Just a couple of tacks is all you need. It was a while back and my memory just goes back a very limited time, but I may of ground the bolt heads down some.

[MattC]

Cool, thanks Mike!

[Ralph]

Any quick pros & cons to upgrading to an electric radiator fan (Looks like an engine pull is in the cards and I'm at the "While I'm here I might as well..." stage) U20 with Champion rad, alternator already upgraded.

Any suggested brands & part numbers ... ether to shy away from ... or have worked really well?

[bakerjf]

I’m disassembling the e-brake and would appreciate any tips on removing the black handgrip from the metal arm. Thanks in advance!

[Datsuns4Me]

I’m disassembling the e-brake and would appreciate any tips on removing the black handgrip from the metal arm. Thanks in advance!

I believe it just slides on and off. I've never noticed any adhesive used.

[sierra_edgar]

Question about the fuel-line return on a 1970 1600 (This was an emissions car).
How likely is for this line to be use? I believe it was designed to carry extra gas that was left un-burn on the cabs back to the gas tank.
I pull the gas tank down and notice the inside of the line was dirty and clogged with really old gas residue.
Should I take the time to clean it?
Any advice greatly appreciate it.

Edgar S.
San Diego, California

[Linda]

Re E brake handle:
Shoot some WD40 in there a bit and then twist it off
Linda

[bakerjf]

Re E brake handle:
Shoot some WD40 in there a bit and then twist it off
Linda

I’ll give that a try. It’s hard-stuck on there right now.

[theunz]

You might try a hair dryer on the plastic to see if it will soften enough to break its grip. I would be reluctant to use a heat gun though.