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Last post by Copterpilot
Thu Jun 21, 2018 1:58 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 cktrap
Fri Oct 20, 2017 4:09 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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The online fairlady parts catalog
by S Allen » Sat Jan 12, 2008 9:15 am
The online fairlady parts catalog web address:
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; (Edit...
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Last post by bikermike
Wed Jun 19, 2013 3:31 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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New a-frame bushings....how tight or loose?
by ppeters914 » Tue Jun 19, 2018 12:12 am
I have new A-frame spindles and bushings. The new bushings threaded easily on the new spindles, however, it was a major PITA to install them in the...
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Last post by ppeters914
Sat Jun 23, 2018 3:25 pm
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lower rad hose collapsing
by Gregs672000 » Thu Jun 21, 2018 1:09 pm
When tuning the car the other day in the garage and revving it up, I noted that the lower rad hose (not stock for the '67, aftermarket for a later...
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Last post by pebbles
Sat Jun 23, 2018 2:26 pm
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What the h did we do wrong?
by Datsun AshLee » Sat Jun 23, 2018 2:18 am
Hi everyone，ok..We put the new head gasket on and put everything back together. I started putting the anti freeze/water in and we heard the liquid...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Sat Jun 23, 2018 12:36 pm
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Clutch Slave Help
by Copterpilot » Sat Jun 23, 2018 9:25 am
While I had the engine and transmission out, I inadvertently stepped on the clutch pedal. The slave cylinder stayed together, but was pushed out...
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Last post by bikermike
Sat Jun 23, 2018 9:31 am
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Front End Alignment Advice
by bikermike » Sun Dec 08, 2013 1:21 pm
I should have the front end back together today. While I had it torn apart I decided to install a set of Dean's super comp springs I had in the...
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Last post by Nissanman
Fri Jun 22, 2018 8:49 pm
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choke connecting rods
by Lorna c » Wed Jun 20, 2018 4:06 pm
ok so , when setting up the carbs and I'm hooking up the choke levers to the jet , do the choke levers have to be all the way down or just not...
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Last post by Lorna c
Fri Jun 22, 2018 8:15 pm
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Replace clutch on Datsun Fairlady 1968
by Sweetfairlady68 » Thu Jun 21, 2018 8:08 pm
Have a 1968 Datsun 1600 Fair Lady clutch is very high. Shifts nice In all Gears does not pop out of gear just the clutch is very high.Do you think...
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Last post by Linda
Thu Jun 21, 2018 9:50 pm
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header blanket
by Gregs672000 » Thu Jun 21, 2018 6:45 pm
So after feeling just how damn hot everything gets under the hood during tuning the other day, I am considering a header blanket (not a wrap). My...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Jun 21, 2018 6:45 pm
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2000 SU wingbolt specs
by spl310 » Thu Jun 21, 2018 5:53 pm
Can someone tell me the thread specs and the length of the the 2000 SU wing bolts from under the wingnut to the tip? I could also use the length of...
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Last post by spl310
Thu Jun 21, 2018 5:53 pm
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Carb expert input requested
by Gregs672000 » Wed Jun 20, 2018 12:58 am
Ok, so as many of you know I'm running Dellortos, engine is crank fired by megajolt, good timing map, good BR6ES plugs, unusual cam (248 duration,...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Wed Jun 20, 2018 9:30 pm
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Uncracked Late Model Dash Removal
by tjp » Wed Jun 20, 2018 7:48 pm
We have an uncracked dash that we want to cleanly remove from a derelict barn find. The windscreen is out so that obstacle is handled.
My concern...
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Last post by notoptoy
Wed Jun 20, 2018 9:00 pm
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Head warped !
by Timberrick » Tue Jun 19, 2018 11:42 am
I recently had an overheating situation and blew a head gasket on my 69 Roadster 1600. The machine shop called and said they needed to get about .011...
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Last post by sports imports
Wed Jun 20, 2018 10:29 am
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MSD 6al with EI dizzy install
by Linda » Mon Jun 18, 2012 10:50 am
Yesterday I installed a MSD 6AL box with my current set up of an EI Gary Boone distributor. I got some advice from Bill Cole, (thanks Bill!), Phil(...
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Last post by SLOroadster
Tue Jun 19, 2018 9:20 pm
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Stealth Instrument Voltage Regulator Fix
by devo » Wed Nov 02, 2016 3:52 pm
Piggybacking on Nissanman's brilliant and inexpensive fix for the instrument voltage regulator that plagues a lot of Roadsters, I found a simple and...
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Last post by sfdaugherty
Tue Jun 19, 2018 2:22 pm
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Empi Wood Steering Wheel Adapter
by Curtis » Sat Jun 16, 2018 9:04 am
Would like to find out what adapter might work for the replica Empi 3 hole steering? Looked online but I am unsure. Is the VW spline the same?...
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Last post by redroadster
Tue Jun 19, 2018 7:54 am
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Rebuilding Front Disk Calipers - Can I Rebuild?
by ct06033 » Tue Jun 12, 2018 1:42 am
I had an issue last weekend with my brakes not releasing pressure. I found this out as they overheated and slowed me to a crawl. Made for a really...
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Last post by nismou20
Tue Jun 19, 2018 12:35 am
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Oil Pan Gasket
by ARowe84 » Fri Jun 15, 2018 5:53 pm
Just picked up a new oil pan gasket from Dean, looks like install is pretty straight forward. Any input on if I need to use any gasket sealant, and...
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Last post by roadsterred
Tue Jun 19, 2018 12:01 am
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2000 axle clearance
by kilro » Wed Mar 28, 2018 9:37 am
installing new bearings and seals on 2000 rear axle, I am in need of axle end clearance. I have two manuals neither are spacific to 311
Thank You...
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Last post by ppeters914
Mon Jun 18, 2018 11:58 pm
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Carb fuel return
by mpowers » Fri Jun 15, 2018 5:05 pm
Hi all, it’s been a while since I’ve gotten to work on my car (2 kids does that!) and I started it up and the fuel line leaked at the carb return...
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Last post by roadsterred
Mon Jun 18, 2018 11:58 pm
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carbs off intake
by Lorna c » Fri Jun 15, 2018 2:33 pm
hey . top of the morning to you..
I've taken the carbs off the intake for the first time and I'm wondering what should I look for as far as something...
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Last post by Lorna c
Mon Jun 18, 2018 5:14 am
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Shroud hitting alternator
by Datsun AshLee » Sun Jun 17, 2018 4:42 pm
Hi everyone, I put a 1970 1600 motor in my 1967 1600 and I'm sure you've noticed from my previous posts, it has been one problem after another! Now...
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Last post by Curtis
Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:36 pm
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Freez plugs.
by boxcar » Sun Jun 17, 2018 9:24 am
Any one have a size for the freeze plugs in a U-20? I'd like to have the new ones on hand before tearing down the engine.
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Last post by boxcar
Sun Jun 17, 2018 9:24 am
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Hard Top Weatherstrip - Update w/ Part Numbers
by jamesw » Sat Jan 19, 2013 6:39 pm
Hope this helps everyone.
I just finished off my hard top w/ weatherstrip from Mcmaster Carr
I used part numbers:
12335A74 $2.78 per foot
12335A71...
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Last post by fj20spl311
Sat Jun 16, 2018 6:35 pm
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old vs new starter nose
by oppositeLock » Sat Jan 20, 2018 12:39 pm
The new reduction gear starter I have does not have a nose on it. Is that (re)movable from the old starter or is there a different part I need to...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Fri Jun 15, 2018 5:06 pm
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gaskets for this job to replace
by Lorna c » Mon Jun 04, 2018 7:12 pm
ok so I've pulled my intake and carbs , headers tomorrow . anyway . it looks like I'm going to need a few gaskets here . looks like everything is...
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Last post by Lorna c
Thu Jun 14, 2018 11:38 pm
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If only I had...
by jonny8 » Sat Jun 09, 2018 12:10 am
...replaced the battery strap...
So a nice drive ended in a lot of smoke but fortunately not a fire. Battery slipped and shorted out on a number of...
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Last post by mraitch
Wed Jun 13, 2018 7:42 pm
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Adjustable Front Spring heights?
by zetec311 » Tue Jun 12, 2018 4:30 pm
hello,
ive been reading up on different suspension set ups. looks as if standard coil overs with threaded shock bodies are a no-no on a stock...
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Last post by zetec311
Wed Jun 13, 2018 1:47 pm
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carbs . Piston and needles
by Lorna c » Mon Jun 11, 2018 12:03 am
hey quick question pls
why does one needle feel like it's too long now ? it's all the way up in the piston as far as it can go now and still...
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Last post by Lorna c
Tue Jun 12, 2018 10:28 am
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Soft Top Loop
by peeeter » Mon Jun 11, 2018 2:25 pm
Posted this question in the quick/small/stupid question thread but figured I'd bring it out since it's not so quick anymore and wanted to get a...
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Last post by Ralph
Tue Jun 12, 2018 12:01 am
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1600 Distributor and heater hose problem
by Datsun AshLee » Fri Jun 08, 2018 5:07 pm
Hi everyone, We took off the distributor cap from the motor we just installed and there is no points or rotor and the distributor doesn't have the...
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Last post by Datsun AshLee
Mon Jun 11, 2018 6:09 pm
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PCV Hose Alternative
by peeeter » Mon Jun 11, 2018 12:59 pm
What kind of hose are people using for this? I see the one on Datsunparts.com but don't want to spend 70 on a hose. Any alternatives?
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Last post by devo
Mon Jun 11, 2018 4:33 pm
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Wont start when hot
by loadtoad87 » Tue Jun 05, 2018 12:59 pm
I bought a 1967 1600 that had not run in 5 years. I got it running like a top in a day, but once I turn the car off and then try to start it again,...
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Last post by Lorna c
Mon Jun 11, 2018 12:17 am
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carbs
by Lorna c » Tue Jun 05, 2018 5:05 pm
I have a couple specific questions on these please . if things are missing or not
now in this picture I see threading , that says something should...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sat Jun 09, 2018 3:57 am
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broken bolt in front of motor
by Lorna c » Wed May 23, 2018 5:11 am
I broke this bolt off trying to tighten it down .
if I were to drive it for a while without fixing it , will it hurt anything ?
it's down by the...
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Last post by Lorna c
Sat Jun 09, 2018 3:54 am
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coolant overflowed...
by onsight512 » Sat Jun 02, 2018 9:56 pm
after a 30 mile drive. I believe it all came out of the overflow tube. I have a SR14 DE in the car (installed by the PO). After it cooled off, I...
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Last post by onsight512
Fri Jun 08, 2018 5:39 pm
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In Line Fuseable Link
by revbang1 » Wed May 23, 2018 9:40 pm
I sent this out in a Personal Message, I think. Since I'm not sure, I'm sending this out to the whole group.
I am in the process of finishing an...
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Last post by caraddict
Fri Jun 08, 2018 2:05 pm
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Please help E Coast electronic Ignition
by Rdeanc64 » Thu Mar 09, 2017 9:50 am
Trying last ditch effort before sending back. First with the old distributor on the car runs perfectly. Things I've done.
1 replaced old distributor...
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Last post by Young-gunroadster
Fri Jun 08, 2018 11:04 am
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Upgraded U20 Head Install
by CameronSF » Wed Jul 13, 2016 7:01 pm
OK boys and girls,
I'm about to put everything back together and wanted to throw a quick summary here to make sure I didn't miss anything as I've...
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Last post by Linda
Fri Jun 08, 2018 10:09 am
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Ignition advance
by Gregs672000 » Tue Jun 05, 2018 12:32 pm
Now that my Isky cam is back in and working properly (as far as I can tell anyway!), I wanted to play with ignition timing some more. Background: The...
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Last post by spyder
Fri Jun 08, 2018 2:32 am
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123 Ignition Curve Thread
by AidanDawn2000 » Fri Oct 13, 2017 12:31 am
This thread probably won't see much action considering that adoption is still growing. However I think it might be handy, especially once more...
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Last post by Gregs672000
Thu Jun 07, 2018 1:44 pm
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1600 early / late water pump interchangabilty?
by funkaholik » Mon Jun 04, 2018 7:31 pm
Hi all. After some false starts, I'm determined to get my '70 1600 back on the road after 20 years (!) of storage. My original engine had lots of...
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Last post by spl310
Wed Jun 06, 2018 6:23 am
