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Last post by Ralph
Sun Jan 13, 2019 10:56 pm
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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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Last post by S Allen
Tue Jan 08, 2019 7:25 pm
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Stroker Poll
by 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
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The Quick/Small/(Stupid?) Question Thread.
by GeoffM » Mon May 18, 2009 12:03 pm
Timing and cooling and carbs, OH MY
Welcome to the Quick Question Thread. (there are no stupid questions)
What is the Quick Question Thread?
Do...
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Last post by notoptoy
Thu Sep 07, 2017 1:51 pm
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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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Last post by Lorna c
Thu Sep 07, 2017 2:59 am
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Last post by L320
Mon Sep 05, 2016 6:59 pm
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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
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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
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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,
Nissan Publication No....
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Last post by Nissanman
Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:49 pm
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What’s a used Solex set-up worth these days
by 19692000survivor » Sun Jan 20, 2019 8:36 pm
What’s a used Solex set-up worth these days? The set includes both vintage carbs, manifolds, water tube and linkage. The set hasn’t run in years but...
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Last post by 19692000survivor
Sun Jan 20, 2019 8:36 pm
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R 16 Head Porting
by Daryl Smith » Sun Jan 20, 2019 2:56 am
My next Project.....After much reading, conversation with a couple of head porters, and comparison of other intake and exhaust ports, I have decided...
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Last post by greydog
Sun Jan 20, 2019 4:12 pm
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Idler Box Lube
by 23yrRebuild » Thu Sep 06, 2018 12:51 pm
I'm looking for what is the best lube to use that will adequately lubricate the upper, and especially lower bushing in my rebuilt idler box.......
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Last post by Linda
Sun Jan 20, 2019 12:46 pm
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Clutch / Clutch Hydraulics Issue
by datsun65 » Sat Jan 19, 2019 12:09 pm
Background: Roadster with 5sp transmission. Transmission shifts nicely into all gears. When driving in gear, there is no clutch slipping. You can rev...
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Last post by datsun65
Sun Jan 20, 2019 12:22 am
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Last post by jonny8
Sat Jan 19, 2019 10:41 pm
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Ignition Switch Issue??
by MacLish » Wed Mar 30, 2016 12:46 pm
Car: 1969 1600 w/ SR20
Having an issue with my original ignition switch I think. Car has no problem starting when cold whatsoever. However, if I run...
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Last post by Linda
Sat Jan 19, 2019 6:28 pm
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Rebuilding Door Hinges
by MonkeyMike » Wed Jan 16, 2019 1:53 pm
Has anyone rebuilt their door hinges? My driver side door does not close well. Pretty sure it is sagging.
I will likely start with...
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Last post by sunbeam590
Fri Jan 18, 2019 7:16 pm
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Name that manifold...
by vorpal » Wed Jan 16, 2019 12:51 pm
Now that I have my 67.5 1600 in my new garage with such amenities as heat and light,
I can start on a critical assessment of what needs to be...
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Last post by vorpal
Thu Jan 17, 2019 10:18 am
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Changing Timing Chain
by Gornal » Sun Nov 04, 2018 7:28 pm
Hi,
Can anyone tell me if changing the timing chain is a DIY job? What replacement parts will I need in addition to the timing chains?
thanks
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Last post by cole455
Sat Jan 12, 2019 8:03 am
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SP311 ground cable
by J Adank » Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:44 am
I am assembling a Fair lady SP311 1600. I need a picture or a diagram of where all the leads on the ground strap attach. Any help would greatly be...
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Last post by Curtis
Mon Jan 07, 2019 1:03 am
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Hitachi SU with A 7 Needle
by roadsterred » Thu Dec 27, 2018 11:30 pm
My 1968 2000 is a work in progress. It has been through several owners (my guess) and it's equipped with a B cam and headers. I removed the...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Jan 03, 2019 3:15 pm
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Reflectors on 1966 Roadster?
by Gornal » Wed Jan 02, 2019 8:49 pm
Hi all,
I have a 1966 Roadster but it only has the two rear lights on either side. All photos I see on the Internet show the '66 with the reflectors...
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Last post by Curtis
Thu Jan 03, 2019 11:31 am
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Steering Wheel Restoration
by Gornal » Tue Jan 01, 2019 8:25 pm
Hi all,
Not sure if this is the correct thread but...
I have a gap in my steering wheel and not sure if anyone else has come across this before. I...
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Last post by Gornal
Wed Jan 02, 2019 9:21 pm
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Fixing the cigarette lighter
by Linda » Mon Dec 31, 2018 12:34 pm
Hello all,
My cigarette lighter was working ,but I decided to check the wiring. All looked good but in reconstructing the parts I do not have power....
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Last post by DCooke
Tue Jan 01, 2019 7:18 pm
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What screw/bolt size?
by Gornal » Sun Dec 30, 2018 11:34 am
Hi,
I am rebuilding my car and lost the screws/ bolts for the front and rear lights. Does anyone have a resource or link to show me what size bolts...
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Last post by dynaguy
Mon Dec 31, 2018 4:18 pm
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A Arm Spindle and Bushing Replacement Question
by ct06033 » Thu Dec 27, 2018 2:44 pm
So I am in the progress of rebuilding my front suspension and I need a little help figuring out what is normal and what is the signs of a failing...
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Last post by JT68
Mon Dec 31, 2018 9:15 am
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Help me identify this part!
by Rodosuta » Fri Dec 28, 2018 2:29 pm
Found this in a box of parts in the trunk of a 65, 1600.
I have no idea what this is!
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Last post by jrusso07
Fri Dec 28, 2018 6:02 pm
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brake pedal.
by prosantos » Wed Dec 26, 2018 4:18 pm
Brake pedal goes all the way down, need to pump a few times for it to go back up.
What is causing this issue???
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Last post by C.Costine
Wed Dec 26, 2018 9:04 pm
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Solex carbs on Ebay with strange piping
by ted heaton » Sat Dec 22, 2018 3:55 pm
These Solex carbs just showed up on Ebay.
Solex/Carb GURUS, what is going on with all the extra piping?
Ted
solex piping.jpg
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Last post by Alvin
Sun Dec 23, 2018 11:00 pm
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Font style for badges? Autech, nismo, Fairlady
by GoldHawg » Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:04 am
I would like to be able to make my own badges using a CNC machine that closely matches the font size of the standard images for nismo, Autech and the...
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Last post by GoldHawg
Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:04 am
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calling suspension gurus
by Teesun68 » Fri Dec 21, 2018 9:47 pm
All...after 10+ years of sitting in the garage, the '68 1600 is finally getting some attention. I'm re-installing the front suspension and hit a...
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Last post by Teesun68
Sat Dec 22, 2018 1:46 pm
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Frozenrearbrake drum
by RustyBucket » Wed Nov 21, 2018 9:39 pm
Other than using a torch to heat the drum and hammer to smack it, does anybody have an honest method on how to get a rear drum off?
Oh and the e...
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Last post by RustyBucket
Mon Dec 17, 2018 12:06 pm
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Need Help.. Issues with firing??
by mok662 » Sun Dec 16, 2018 11:00 am
Hey guys, I could really use some input on this from others who know more than I do.
The last time the car was normal , I was driving it normal and...
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Last post by jhayden
Mon Dec 17, 2018 12:00 pm
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Stock brakes: any tips for fade mitigation?
by AidanDawn2000 » Thu Dec 13, 2018 3:37 am
Hi friends!
Back home from school for six weeks of winter break so I can finally work on and drive the roadster more (when it's not on fire...
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Last post by mikeb
Sun Dec 16, 2018 10:23 pm
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Advice on stock front brakes
by bikermike » Wed Jul 25, 2012 8:06 pm
I'm seeking advice on front brake pads for street use with a stock system.
I found a couple of options for pads: organic or semi-metallic. My...
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Last post by AidanDawn2000
Thu Dec 13, 2018 2:12 pm
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Amp Guage Wires - What is going on here?
by Rodosuta » Sat Nov 24, 2018 7:50 am
I removed the dash, and from the dash all the bits. As I was pulling the wires on the instruments I noticed something quite strange (to me, anyway)....
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Last post by JT68
Mon Dec 10, 2018 5:31 pm
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Where does this wire terminate?
by Datsun AshLee » Mon Dec 03, 2018 11:37 pm
Hi everyone, while putting engine back together in my 67' 1600, I noticed this wire and can't figure out where it goes, it's a yellow wire with a...
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Last post by Datsun AshLee
Wed Dec 05, 2018 10:32 pm
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Last post by datsun1500
Mon Dec 03, 2018 8:08 pm
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U20 top tensioner
by dscrib2 » Thu Nov 29, 2018 10:20 am
I have 2 U20 top tensioner housings and they are different. One allows the shoe to travel all the down until it bottoms out on the back of the...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Nov 29, 2018 3:28 pm
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timing
by Lorna c » Tue Oct 23, 2018 6:00 pm
ok question for some out here that may know this one ..
okay I have an ex who taught me something about over advancement on your timing.. now I'm...
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Last post by Lorna c
Thu Nov 29, 2018 12:37 pm
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Last post by cktrap
Wed Nov 28, 2018 6:44 am
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Last post by Nissanman
Sat Nov 24, 2018 6:43 pm
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Crank cutting into #3 main bearing
by Gregs672000 » Mon Nov 12, 2018 8:32 pm
HI gang, awhile ago I posted elsewhere that I was investigating a noise in the engine, and had found some copper colored metal shavings in the oil...
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Last post by Geistfahrar
Fri Nov 23, 2018 10:25 pm
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Foamy foam time
by zetec311 » Mon Nov 19, 2018 4:59 pm
Curious if anybody has tried this.. snake-oil or magic beans?
Not sure how this came up last night.. i did read the original super street article...
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Last post by redroadster
Fri Nov 23, 2018 5:45 pm
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Clutch Pedal Return Spring
by Sammy66 » Wed Nov 21, 2018 12:39 pm
Hi, my clutch pedal return spring broke and I do NOT see it on any of the usual datsun parts companies. Does anyone know where I can buy this? Thanks!
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Last post by Sammy66
Fri Nov 23, 2018 3:15 pm
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What kind of bumper is this?
by Datsun AshLee » Wed Nov 21, 2018 7:54 pm
Hi everyone, I have this bumper that I thought was for a 1200 sedan but people are telling me that it isn't for a 1200 but they don't know what it is...
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Last post by redroadster
Fri Nov 23, 2018 11:09 am
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Clutch Pedal Drops to Floor
by Sammy66 » Tue Nov 13, 2018 9:20 pm
Hi, this is my first post so please excuse me if I make any mistakes! My clutch pedal would intermittently drop to the floor, but with a few pumps it...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Thu Nov 22, 2018 12:37 am
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Fuel Delivery Problem
by Randalla » Mon Oct 08, 2018 4:07 pm
I have a 67 1/2 1600 Roadster that has been running well until very recently. I noticed a week ago that the car seemed to have gotten more difficult...
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Last post by Linda
Wed Nov 21, 2018 7:39 pm
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67 1/2 Trunk Detail
by Randalla » Thu Oct 11, 2018 2:34 pm
Wondering if anyone has a picture of a fully restored trunk area for a 67 1/2 showing placement for all the jack and spare tire components. I just...
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Last post by Randalla
Wed Nov 21, 2018 7:39 pm
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petcock drain plug hits my header
by roadstermike » Mon Oct 25, 2010 12:27 pm
Hi everyone, still making slow progress on my car and last night I was installing my new petcock drain on the engine block and did a mock up of the...
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Last post by Geistfahrar
Wed Nov 21, 2018 2:56 pm
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66 Dash Clock Question
by Rodosuta » Wed Nov 21, 2018 9:33 am
Is it possible to remove the little knob from the stem that adjusts the clock and if so, what is the best approach?
Thanks!
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Last post by Rodosuta
Wed Nov 21, 2018 2:04 pm
