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Voltmeter vs. ammmeter
by spyder » Thu Feb 09, 2012 10:06 pm
I did as search but was unsuccessful in finding a thread where I thought someone had replaced their tall windshield ammeter with a volt meter. Ring...
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The online fairlady parts catalog
by S Allen » Sat Jan 12, 2008 9:15 am
The online fairlady parts catalog web address:
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Stroker Poll
S Allen » Tue Jan 22, 2008 8:02 am
So Mike Hudson came up with a cool idea to see if we could gather data from the different stroker builds out there. There is more than one way to...
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Last post by baxtersit Tue Sep 25, 2018 7:01 pm
The Quick/Small/(Stupid?) Question Thread.
by GeoffM » Mon May 18, 2009 12:03 pm
Timing and cooling and carbs, OH MY
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Last post by notoptoy Thu Sep 07, 2017 1:51 pm
Mystery device mounted to heat shield btw SU's
by RustyBucket » Fri Jul 22, 2016 9:32 pm
:?: So I'm finally getting around to restoring a late 69 SPL which has a strange electrical device bolted to the middle of heat shield plate between...
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Last post by david premo Mon Jul 25, 2016 7:47 pm
Wiki Tech Section
by S Allen » Thu Jun 28, 2007 6:43 pm
The wiki tech section is pretty much ready to go as it will be a work in progress. If you have something to add just email the info and pics to me at...
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Last post by JDeatsch Mon Aug 24, 2015 6:49 pm
S12 Service Manual - FJ20E
by Nissanman » Thu Nov 11, 2010 6:18 am
Hi folks, recently I scanned the FJ20E relevant sections of the Nissan Service Manual for the S12 Silvia/Gazelle,
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Last post by Nissanman Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:49 pm
1970 roadster Hardtop
by wildride » Fri Jan 24, 2020 1:54 am
I pick up this hard top for my 1970 roadster and a test fit I'm wondering if the right one for the car
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Warner 5 speed rebuild question
by jrusso07 » Sat Jan 18, 2020 3:14 pm
Winter back again here in NY. So, I tore down my warner transmission. There are 3 blocks or “dogs” on each synchro hub. I expected these would be...
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Last post by jrusso07 Fri Jan 24, 2020 12:42 pm
Flat Dash Conversion--any write up on this?
by GoldHawg » Sun Jan 17, 2010 9:53 am
I know quite a few of you have done the conversion, and the search shows a few of the issues. But has anybody that's done this written up a how to,...
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Last post by dynaguy Thu Jan 23, 2020 7:54 pm
BACKUP LIGHT SWITCH LOCATION
by JADCRUISER » Mon Jan 20, 2020 6:44 pm
Hi Guys
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Last post by Curtis Thu Jan 23, 2020 12:52 am
U20 Rebuild Upper Tensioner check
by sdb8100 » Mon Jan 20, 2020 11:45 am
I'm getting towards the later stage of my U20 build. I just installed the cam gear onto the cam of a completely rebuilt head by Dave P. All timing...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Mon Jan 20, 2020 10:07 pm
Possible to rechrome gas cap?
by GoldHawg » Fri Dec 27, 2019 10:15 am
I have some minor pitting in my gas cap and I'm wondering if its possible to disassemble and send in for rechroming. I will be using a 1970...
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Last post by S Allen Sun Jan 19, 2020 10:05 pm
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Last post by DatsunNoob Sun Jan 12, 2020 12:40 pm
How to remove door handles on '69?
by GoldHawg » Thu Jan 02, 2020 8:37 pm
I wanted to remove my door handles to send in for rechroming, and after removing the two nuts that hold it in, its only connected by the rod that...
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Last post by Linda Sun Jan 12, 2020 12:39 pm
SP310 Engine Swap
by PJC » Sun Jan 12, 2020 1:29 am
I am restoring in Aust. 1965 SP310 Roadster.
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Last post by TurboRagtop Sun Jan 12, 2020 12:32 pm
ARP head bolts (U20)
by sunbeam590 » Tue Sep 08, 2015 10:17 pm
I am about to change my head bolts to ARP,I notice on comparing them that the bottom thread length is only 25mm, as the old studs are 35mm, is this...
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Last post by Datsunparts.comInc Thu Jan 09, 2020 12:48 pm
Steering box fluid
by Fairlady5150 » Mon Dec 30, 2019 6:02 pm
So I have gear oil leaking from the steering box, and somebody recommended draining and filling with 'liquid grease'. I purchased some and am ready...
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Last post by Fairlady5150 Mon Dec 30, 2019 6:34 pm
Clutch and Brake bushings
by Solex68 » Mon Dec 16, 2019 11:56 pm
Anyone know what sizes the bushings are?
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Last post by RBMann Mon Dec 23, 2019 4:41 pm
Caliper Upgrade, Tube vs Passage
by Curtis » Mon Jul 15, 2019 9:48 pm
Stock brakes have the crossover tube. For an upgrade does the inside passage offer much of an advantage?
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Last post by Curtis Fri Dec 20, 2019 11:56 pm
Easy Motor Mount Alignment (w/pix)
by mraitch » Wed Dec 18, 2019 8:15 pm
Locating motor mounts for me is one of the biggest pains in engine r+r
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Last post by S Allen Fri Dec 20, 2019 5:50 pm
Modifying Harbor Freight Engine Leveller
by mraitch » Wed Dec 18, 2019 8:34 pm
I modified my HF engine leveller so that I could use a drill rather than cranking by hand.
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Last post by mraitch Thu Dec 19, 2019 12:31 am
Splined front sway bar?
by GoldHawg » Tue Dec 17, 2019 12:41 pm
I don't like the mounting of the front sway bar; either the arms that come down from the frame, or the way the ends fit in the LCA. I'm thinking...
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Last post by tjp Tue Dec 17, 2019 5:54 pm
Tachometer Died Today
by johnlorio » Mon Dec 16, 2019 9:48 pm
I’m puzzled by this one. Tachometer on my 67 SSS (identical tach to roadster) starting buzzing and swinging wildly before dying with needle resting...
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Last post by Mackn367 Tue Dec 17, 2019 1:42 pm
Fuel line diagram/photos?
by Disney » Thu Dec 12, 2019 11:42 pm
I am sorry if the information is on here, but I can't find it for the life of me.
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Last post by Disney Tue Dec 17, 2019 12:40 pm
R16 burning through points
by johnlorio » Wed Dec 04, 2019 8:50 pm
My 67 SSS with an R16 is burning through points -we’re on a he 4 th set in just a few hundred miles. We recently installed a 280zx alternator that is...
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Last post by johnlorio Mon Dec 16, 2019 9:41 pm
U20 timing cover bolt torque?
by sdb8100 » Fri Dec 13, 2019 10:22 pm
The cover has various bolt lengths, sizes, and attach water pump, alt, etc in addition to the cover. I can’t find any specific torque listed for...
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Steering Wheel Nut - Size and Thread????
by Skyman » Sun Nov 16, 2008 11:46 am
I'm having some trouble figuring out my steering wheel nut. I did not have one on the car. The PO obviously sold the horn button assembly and...
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Last post by redroadster Thu Dec 05, 2019 11:47 pm
Overheating issues 1600
by ct06033 » Mon May 06, 2019 10:55 am
Okay, this is going to be along one. Last year, I refreshed my entire cooling system. New pump (supplied by PO), gaskets, radiator, hoses,...
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Last post by bossbob Thu Dec 05, 2019 6:04 pm
Smog Distributor
by Rutty » Sat Jan 26, 2019 3:22 pm
Hi everyone,
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Last post by notoptoy Wed Nov 27, 2019 6:37 pm
Antifreeze/coolant
by Joshua » Mon Nov 25, 2019 6:19 pm
What type/brand of coolant does everybody use? Should I use Prestone, peak, zerex? Just drained my rad and wondering what would be best to put in.
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Last post by redroadster Tue Nov 26, 2019 10:00 pm
Napa SU Rebuild Kit
by dagazio » Wed Sep 07, 2011 2:04 pm
Can someone tell me if they ever bought and used the SU rebuild kit from NAPA (CRB21249A) and what is included in it? They sell the float valve and...
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Last post by bobd Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:56 am
5 spd. transmission inspection questions
by dynaguy » Sun Nov 17, 2019 6:14 pm
So, I have this 5spd. tranny. Purchased awhile ago in a car and parts deal. I would like to determine it's condition without total disassembly if...
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Last post by redroadster Wed Nov 20, 2019 12:00 pm
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Last post by bajaroadster Tue Nov 19, 2019 4:55 pm
‘64 Seat Brackets
by toplessdottie » Mon Nov 18, 2019 12:25 pm
Does anyone happen to know where I can find ‘64 seat mounting brackets?
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Last post by toplessdottie Mon Nov 18, 2019 5:27 pm
fuel starvation/vapor lock?
by bajaroadster » Sat Nov 16, 2019 6:39 pm
Replaced fuel filter recently and noticed that the gasket looked very well worn.(original glass bowl set up) Put it all back together until I could...
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Last post by 23yrRebuild Sun Nov 17, 2019 2:23 pm
Plaque states 150hp
by bergcc » Tue Nov 12, 2019 10:12 am
Everyone, while looking closely at my roadster, someone mentioned that my sticker was not original because it states 150hp. Anyone one have insight...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Fri Nov 15, 2019 8:56 pm
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Last post by Nissanman Tue Nov 12, 2019 6:39 pm
Testing blower on a 1967
by joe fremeau » Tue Nov 12, 2019 12:25 pm
HI All , Recently I purchased a heater blower on line, it does not work when plugged into the wire from the heater core.Is there a way of attaching...
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Last post by Curtis Tue Nov 12, 2019 4:54 pm
U20 INTAKE THREADS: SEAL OR NOT?
by sdb8100 » Tue Nov 12, 2019 10:20 am
Hello All.
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Tachometer question
by brn2rde » Sun Sep 01, 2019 8:52 pm
Just installed a new Tach cable on my daughters 69, and the reading is obviously and highly innacurate. Stock gauges, stock cable, EI distributor....
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Last post by brn2rde Tue Nov 12, 2019 12:39 pm
Hi windshield gauge removal
by nismou20 » Thu Nov 07, 2019 7:21 pm
So, I’m wanting to replace the mechanical tach with electric. Forum member Spyder posted a really great alternative but I can’t remember the...
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Last post by spyder Tue Nov 12, 2019 1:36 am
How to turn the crankshaft
by Joshua » Sat Nov 09, 2019 7:53 pm
Hey guys, anyone have a good way to turn the crank? My 1600 has been sitting for a bit so I wanna crank the engine with a ratchet to free it up a bit...
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Last post by C.Costine Sun Nov 10, 2019 4:22 pm
The Restoration of SRL311-0275
by jamesw » Fri May 06, 2011 2:32 pm
Hi Gang,
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