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1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Tue May 05, 2015 12:34 am
by MeanSmile
Hi my name is chris. A few months ago I embarked on a full restoration of my 68 2000 Roadster. I recently completed most of the disassembly. Last thing I did was remove rear axle bearings. Some folks, at the Solvang classic, were nice enough to give me a heads up on how to do that. It was more difficult that they described. Now for the fun part. Cleanup and reassemble. And spend lots of money on parts.
I don't have much time tonight, but I plan to be here asking a lot of questions. I thank any, and all, of you for your much valued help.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Tue May 05, 2015 6:22 am
by notoptoy
Welcome! Post pictures when you get the chance. Having gone to Solvang you are way ahead of the curve and off to the right start for your restoration!
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Tue May 05, 2015 8:30 am
by bakerjf
Going to the shows, even without a car, is a great way to inject a dose of motivation along your restoration journey. Good luck, and don't be shy about asking questions when you get stuck!
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Thu May 07, 2015 12:52 pm
by Gregs672000
Welcome to the family! We're here to help as you have already discovered.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Thu May 07, 2015 9:52 pm
by MeanSmile
How do I post a photo?
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Thu May 07, 2015 10:20 pm
by MeanSmile
If I post the pictures on facebook, can I link to them using the image button? I read on the FAQ that I can't upload from my PC.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Fri May 08, 2015 12:05 am
by pebbles
I post from a pc. just need to reduce them. mine usually end up being 30% of the original size.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:12 pm
by MeanSmile
This is what I started with. Looks much better in the photos than real life.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:17 pm
by MeanSmile
Here is the beautiful 1970's gold interior. It was last registered for the road in 1982.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:36 pm
by MeanSmile
Front passenger fender had been welded on. I had to remove about a half inch of bondo before prying it apart.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:58 pm
by MeanSmile
The dreaded rust. Notice the broken fender bolt.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 5:03 pm
by MeanSmile
Master cylinder had seen a few hot days.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 5:08 pm
by MeanSmile
This is what I found that made me decide it was time for the full restoration, rather than squirt some gas in and try to fire it up. I guess that only works on TV shows. My car hadn't run since the mid 80's.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 5:12 pm
by MeanSmile
Then I took the water pump off. May have had some cooling issues. They never have issues like this on the TV shows.
Re: 1968 Datsun 2000 Pieces
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 6:21 pm
by notoptoy
The front fenders are welded on from the factory, so not unusual there. The bondo on the other hand is not factory!
