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Invites to join 311s.org
by S Allen » Wed Dec 05, 2012 10:11 am
I cannot believe I missed this. I was going through and cleaning up my PMs and found this little jewel from Shifty. What a great idea. So print some...
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Last post by 2mAn
Thu Oct 25, 2018 11:14 am
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Forum Guidelines
by S Allen » Tue Apr 05, 2005 9:32 am
Please read the forum giudelines. This forum as well as the main website are for sharing our experiences and knowledge about a car we all have in...
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Last post by TurboRagtop
Sun Oct 09, 2016 1:27 pm
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Profiles-Signatures
by S Allen » Thu May 29, 2003 9:08 am
If everyone does not mind-please go into your Profiles and add a signature with your car type. It makes it easier to answer your questions and who...
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Last post by Nissanman
Mon Sep 06, 2010 12:04 am
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Has your stock Roadster ever left you stranded?
by spl310 » Tue Jan 10, 2006 5:10 pm
I am curious about the reliability of roadsters. As I posted in another thread, Roadsters have NEVER left me on the side of the road unable to make...
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Last post by Ralph
Sun Jan 20, 2019 8:51 pm
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311s.org decal
by mellis18 » Thu Jun 23, 2016 3:18 pm
I got a 311s.org decal from someone awhile back and I can't remember who. It wasn't the colored stick on type but the white one that goes on a...
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Last post by Woody66
Tue Jan 15, 2019 11:06 pm
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So, Why did you buy a Roadster?
by dbrick » Fri Mar 23, 2012 9:31 pm
A post on another topic made me think...How did we end up here? What made you pick a Datsun?
My story, short version.
1984..Saw an ad in the local...
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Last post by notoptoy
Sat Dec 08, 2018 11:57 pm
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Cool License Plates?
by FairladySPL » Fri Aug 15, 2008 8:21 am
Okay, so maybe some of us have a complex about the Datsun Roadster because the general public doesn't know what they are, and make unintended...
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Last post by pebbles
Sat Aug 25, 2018 1:04 pm
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Database Driven Registry
by S Allen » Wed Dec 09, 2015 7:15 pm
Thought I would do up some instructions for using the database driven registry. You should be able to log on as a guest and search the registry by...
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Last post by mshort07
Wed Dec 09, 2015 10:07 pm
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SR20DE Swap in Florida
by Bigtaku » Sat Jul 22, 2017 4:17 pm
Hello everyone, I am getting close to having a completely rust free painted 68 Roadster! I know I have a bit to go but just getting to this point has...
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Last post by dynaguy
Sun Jan 20, 2019 10:56 pm
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Last post by notoptoy
Sun Jan 20, 2019 10:50 pm
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Partial restoration of my 1968 1600
by PBJ » Tue Feb 23, 2016 9:16 am
I figured it would be good to put all of this in one thread for anyone who is interested to follow along and for me to stay organized.
The car I am...
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Last post by notoptoy
Sun Jan 20, 2019 10:40 pm
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SPL311 17277
by Ralph » Sun May 15, 2016 11:18 am
I have been looking for a while, saw it listed here and had to go get it. The roadster is still in many pieces, but with some patience and some help,...
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Last post by Ralph
Sun Jan 20, 2019 9:09 pm
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Last post by D P
Sun Jan 20, 2019 8:35 pm
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It’s all about design...
by redroadster68 » Mon Jan 14, 2019 9:43 pm
So we all stare endlessly at our beloved roadsters, admit it or not. Is there a specific design feature that you just love , is there a feature you...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sun Jan 20, 2019 7:54 pm
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Anyone know this person?
by wick24 » Thu Jan 17, 2019 12:43 pm
I was browsing Craigslist yesterday and foind a 1968 frame being sold by a guy named Steve in Auburn, Ca. It seems the posting has now expired. Do...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sun Jan 20, 2019 7:51 pm
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Last post by Linda
Sun Jan 20, 2019 3:31 am
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Mikuni Stacks
by tjp » Sat Jan 19, 2019 4:48 pm
Can someone please post a picture of Mikuni stacks?
thanks
tim
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Last post by Gregs672000
Sat Jan 19, 2019 10:50 pm
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67.5 Headrest Reproduction
by Skyman » Sun Dec 21, 2014 6:39 pm
I've finally finished my headrest frame reproduction. All I have left to do now is reproduce the vinyl covered covers that cover the mounting...
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Last post by Jman1848
Sat Jan 19, 2019 3:12 pm
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Track day brings only one 2000
by itsa68 » Thu Jan 17, 2019 7:43 pm
Nice track to be bombing around. How does one book it for a few laps :smt017
I think a rollbar might be a good idea tho….
Cheers
Ray B.
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Last post by SABLT194
Sat Jan 19, 2019 12:39 am
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2019 311s Datsun Roadster Calendar
by ted heaton » Tue Oct 02, 2018 9:22 pm
2019 311s Datsun Roadster Calendar pictures can be submitted now through Oct 31.
I am collecting the roadster pictures for Jared. I will forward ALL...
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Last post by leonhart
Fri Jan 18, 2019 12:51 pm
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motel room assignment
by dynaguy » Wed Jan 16, 2019 8:23 pm
So, I was in Boise, Id. last week for a business trip. My assigned room # was easy to remember. Pat
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Last post by tjp
Thu Jan 17, 2019 10:36 pm
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What carb to use?
by datsun69 » Tue Jan 15, 2019 9:51 pm
Hi guys. Need a second opinion.
I will be replacing my Hitachi HJB 38w with this one. Will there be a problem on compatibility and linkages?
This...
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Last post by ppeters914
Thu Jan 17, 2019 2:41 pm
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Classic Datsun Motorsports
by joe fremeau » Mon Jan 14, 2019 8:50 pm
Hi , Does anyone know how to contact Classic Datsun Motorsports? Can not get through to anyone. Looking for a Bre type air dam.
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Last post by 2mAn
Thu Jan 17, 2019 1:47 pm
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Free BRE Air Dam?
by JT68 » Thu Jan 17, 2019 11:56 am
There was a recent post about BRE airdams. I have one of from Scott Sheeler that I'd provide for free If someone wants to start making them - it's...
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Last post by JT68
Thu Jan 17, 2019 11:56 am
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"NON" Gearhead Newbie
by Woody66 » Tue Jan 15, 2019 11:22 pm
Hello all My name is Woody, I am very impressed/overwhelmed with all the knowledge found on this site. :shock: :? I am in the window...
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Last post by bobd
Thu Jan 17, 2019 6:38 am
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$112.50 Datsun Coffee Mug
by steve_car » Fri Jan 13, 2012 3:22 pm
I stumbled across this auction the other day and decided to see how much it ended up at. I was surprised to see it end at $112.50.
Bettter not toss...
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Last post by Phred58
Thu Jan 17, 2019 1:13 am
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Last post by nismou20
Wed Jan 16, 2019 3:01 pm
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Last post by rborison
Wed Jan 16, 2019 7:31 am
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Ignition wiring for dummies
by Bigtaku » Fri Jan 11, 2019 2:41 pm
Can someone tell me what the two wires connect to on the ignition? I don’t have these labeled and one was pulled and gone....
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Last post by Bigtaku
Sun Jan 13, 2019 8:27 am
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Wheel size
by redroadster68 » Sun Jan 06, 2019 3:58 pm
I know there are lots of past threads on this but quick question. Rota 15x7 ,114.3. 12mm offset. Running 195x15x50 Dunlop’s . Would I need any mods?...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:48 am
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Crankshaft plugs
by dscrib2 » Wed Jan 09, 2019 11:08 am
Just had my crankshaft turned. I want to pull the plugs and clean the oil ways out but before I do I want to make sure I can find replacement plugs....
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Last post by JT68
Wed Jan 09, 2019 11:20 am
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Life can be too serious...
by redroadster68 » Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:01 pm
Life can get too serious sometimes, so when I open my trunk....
Vinyl tire cover . Fun and functional 👍
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Last post by redroadster
Tue Jan 08, 2019 10:06 pm
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Photos request - Smog 1600
by Curtis » Mon Jan 07, 2019 4:18 pm
Afternoon. If anyone has the smog mount stuff still on their 1600 car or on an engine sitting around I would like some pictures of it on the engine....
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Last post by Curtis
Tue Jan 08, 2019 3:29 pm
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garage heater
by jarhead » Fri Dec 07, 2018 11:02 pm
Looking to get a heater for my two car garage. Any suggestions? Given the lack of space I would prefer a wall or ceiling mounted.
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Last post by mgmoreau
Tue Jan 08, 2019 3:15 pm
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Negative Battery Cable Repro - Working At It
by Curtis » Mon Mar 27, 2017 6:33 pm
Some of you may have seen the cable I made to replicate the original multi-wire ground cable. I ordered some lugs and right angle battery terminals....
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Last post by Curtis
Mon Jan 07, 2019 10:47 pm
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Safe U20 Overbore
by nismou20 » Thu Dec 27, 2018 8:40 pm
I will be tearing down my engine in the near future, due to excessive blowby, leaky RMS, Worn down Ring gear and a just a plain worn out engine. The...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Mon Jan 07, 2019 9:05 pm
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Leather shift boot
by Gar's68 » Tue Jan 01, 2019 3:34 pm
I read several posts that say the laces face forward however, I could swear that my OE boot laces were facing the rear. Opinions? Also, I bought an...
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Last post by bakerjf
Sun Jan 06, 2019 6:30 pm
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67.5 2000 engine block
by spl310 » Sun Dec 09, 2018 1:50 pm
I just came into another 67.5 2000 engine block. I would assume that someone out there with a half year 2000 would like to get a period block for...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Sun Jan 06, 2019 5:44 pm
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Solex carbs and intake
by Jack Maskell » Sat Jan 05, 2019 6:49 pm
Looking for vendor to refurbish solex setup.
Wolf creek racing no longer does this.
I have been warned away from Paltech in Ohio by someone I trust...
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Last post by Pjackb
Sat Jan 05, 2019 9:51 pm
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Keyless ignition
by dbrick » Mon Apr 04, 2011 8:17 pm
I'm going to be rewiring the entire car with an aftermarket harness. I was thinking if I can find a kit with an RFID/proximity key, that would be...
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Last post by charlee0620
Sat Jan 05, 2019 1:24 pm
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Console Lid
by Gar's68 » Sun Oct 21, 2018 4:18 pm
I bought a console lid cover and was looking for some installation advice. Has anyone ever tried trimming one? The stock lid is much shallower. If I...
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Last post by spl310
Fri Jan 04, 2019 8:24 am
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correct path for running a tach cable?
by svwilbur » Sun Sep 02, 2012 1:49 am
Can someone verify the correct path for the tach cable to take after going through the firewall ? The one I took out was to the left of the metal...
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Last post by nismou20
Thu Jan 03, 2019 8:10 pm
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Console paint Color
by redroadster68 » Tue Oct 30, 2018 7:21 am
Hi all
Just starting on a few winter projects on my 68,2000, solex. Pulled the Center console out. Easy, and in very good shape, the metal that is....
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Last post by redroadster68
Wed Jan 02, 2019 11:59 pm
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Ted 2018 Roadster Mileage Report.
by ted heaton » Tue Jan 01, 2019 2:05 am
Ted 2018 Roadster Miles Driven Report.
Low roadster miles in 2018.
Will do better in 2019.
67.5 SR20DET. 10200 miles
68 SR20DET. 5581 miles.
64...
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Last post by PMG
Wed Jan 02, 2019 2:21 pm
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rear gear
by redroadster68 » Thu Oct 18, 2018 11:49 pm
first time poster here
just took possession of my 68 2000 solex , 5 spd, previous owner installed 4:??? gears in rear. not too highway friendly, so...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Tue Jan 01, 2019 6:44 pm
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Windshield pad replacement
by redroadster68 » Wed Oct 31, 2018 10:41 pm
Hi all
Has anyone replaced the interior windshield pads.. ( 3 padded sections around the windscreen). Tips on install? What adhesive did you use?...
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Last post by julietbaney
Tue Jan 01, 2019 3:20 pm
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69 2000 idler arm/box
by mdkelsay » Mon Dec 31, 2018 11:49 pm
Greetings......
Need some assistance; needing to take apart the box (so I can send it in to an R and R shop). Have the cotter pin and castleated nut...
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Last post by C.Costine
Tue Jan 01, 2019 7:42 am
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New addition to shop
by dynaguy » Sat Dec 29, 2018 9:26 am
I must be on Mrs Claus' nice list.
My wife surprised me with something special for my shop for Christmas. Just got it hung up yesterday. My Roadster...
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Last post by dynaguy
Mon Dec 31, 2018 10:31 am
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Fairlady Roadsters on Shannons Club TV
by krispoulin » Mon Oct 29, 2018 10:55 pm
A very recent episode of this Australian classic car insurance company's online show is all about our favorite roadsters!
And they pretty much...
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Last post by mellis18
Sun Dec 30, 2018 1:14 pm
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Fairlady YouTube review
by baxtersit » Thu Dec 27, 2018 3:22 pm
Just found this from an Australian car talk show about the roadster history and impressions.
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Last post by spriso
Fri Dec 28, 2018 12:49 am
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meRRy ChRistMas!
by MrGuts » Tue Dec 25, 2018 11:52 am
:)
Much love to you, yours and to RoaDsters everywhere
Mount your slieghs and ride 2019 like a wave
KandH
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Last post by greydog
Tue Dec 25, 2018 2:43 pm
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Looking for Flat dash replacement dash pad
by wantsum? » Mon Dec 24, 2018 6:22 pm
All,
so I have a 1970 and I'm converting to a flat dash. I have the dash components I need expect the dash pad / surround. Is there a outlet for...
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Last post by wantsum?
Mon Dec 24, 2018 6:52 pm
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Roadster Antenna Key
by bkippen » Sat Sep 03, 2016 9:38 pm
What's the interest in these? I have decided to do a short run but would like to know if there's a want.
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Last post by LBLanni
Mon Dec 24, 2018 5:06 pm
