Datsun Roadster Forum-311s.org

Mike I have to say congratulations for fearlessly diving into this project.
The fact you're not intimidated can be inspiration for many of us to save the dwindling number of roadworthy examples of the 311.

Seeing the serial number plate -- mid-to-late'68 production -- combined with the ha-ha reference to wiring, reminds me to point out that you will have the old style fuse box, that you'll find in the glove compartment. The rivets on the fuse holder for the headlights work loose after years of heating/cooling, develop resistance = more heat. If there's still a fuse cover, you would see heat-related discoloration.

Quick fix is to get a pigtailed replacement fuse holder like they use for recreational boats, and properly solder it in place of that position on the stock fuse block.

But there's plenty on your list before you get there. Again, congratulations & best wishes.

RBMann wrote:DROPS=Datsun Roadster Owners of Puget Sound and this Ted-

http://311s.org/phpBB3/memberlist.php?m ... file&u=881

I am in Kenmore, where in Seattle will you keep your roadster?

Thanks for the explanation. I actually live in South Seattle and not in the downtown area. My house was built in 1957 and it still has the Seattle address while my next door neighbor has his as Burien.

Where do I go to look for local event, monthly meet and/or any activity relates to Datsun Roadster?

Thanks,
Mike

Thanks Paul for the info and your help during this process and I now now the Datsun. Let's the fun begin!

Mike

crystal rx 350 wrote:

RBMann wrote:DROPS=Datsun Roadster Owners of Puget Sound and this Ted-

http://311s.org/phpBB3/memberlist.php?m ... file&u=881

I am in Kenmore, where in Seattle will you keep your roadster?

Thanks for the explanation. I actually live in South Seattle and not in the downtown area. My house was built in 1957 and it still has the Seattle address while my next door neighbor has his as Burien.

Where do I go to look for local event, monthly meet and/or any activity relates to Datsun Roadster?

Thanks,
Mike

You're in the neighborhood for a few of us.

crystal rx 350 wrote:

RBMann wrote:DROPS=Datsun Roadster Owners of Puget Sound and this Ted-

http://311s.org/phpBB3/memberlist.php?m ... file&u=881

I am in Kenmore, where in Seattle will you keep your roadster?

Thanks for the explanation. I actually live in South Seattle and not in the downtown area. My house was built in 1957 and it still has the Seattle address while my next door neighbor has his as Burien.

Where do I go to look for local event, monthly meet and/or any activity relates to Datsun Roadster?

Thanks,
Mike

Contact Ted through the user profile link and get him to sign you up for DROPS e-mail. You will receive all the local info that Ted can find.

Good luck with your project.

crystal rx 350 wrote: Where do I go to look for local event, monthly meet and/or any activity relates to Datsun Roadster?

Welcome Mike!! Although this isn't a local idea....hop on a plane to LAX or San Jose and drive 2-3 hours to the Solvang Roadster classic in a couple weeks. You'll meet many people from your area and all around, get lots of motivation and ideas for your car, and get to see the great little town of Solvang full of Roadsters!

http://www.solvangroadstershow.com

I thought you were going to tell him to get crackin' to get the car ready for a road trip to Solvang for it's big debut!

Dave_Car_Guy wrote:

crystal rx 350 wrote: ...get lots of motivation and ideas for your car, and get to see the great little town of Solvang full of Roadsters!

http://www.solvangroadstershow.com

FairladySPL wrote:I thought you were going to tell him to get crackin' to get the car ready for a road trip to Solvang for it's big debut!

Shhhhhh.. Don't let him know yet, because that will be next year. He's still in the Honeymoon phase!!

Can I show up in my MG Midget? Just kidding. You guys are great and I feel like home now. Don't start giving me Sh.... now

Need time to convert into a Datsun guy.

Mike

Just renounce your worshiping of Lucas, the Prince of Darkness, and turn to the land of the Rising Sun.

crystal rx 350 wrote:Can I show up in my MG Midget? Just kidding. You guys are great and I feel like home now. Don't start giving me Sh.... now

Need time to convert into a Datsun guy.

Mike

Welcome! It's OK, I used to be an MG owner as well...these cars are eons better (IMHO) so it shouldn't take long to become a convert

She arrived today. I am officially an owner of Datsun 1600.

Mike

Let the adventure begin! Congrats, I expect I will see you down the road!

Hi Greg,

I am sure we will meet soon or later.

Thanks,
Mike

DROPS is having a get together at round table pizza in Renton tomorrow at 1pm I think... Not sure I'll be there but you would be welcome for sure!