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Correcting Pulled Stud in Valve Rocker Assy??
by SP3 » Thu Mar 18, 2021 1:52 am
When recently adjusting the valves on an R16 I noticed there was quite a bit of resistance in turning one of the adjuster studs on #3 cylinder, more...
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Last post by SP3 Fri Mar 19, 2021 2:56 pm
Alternator Mount - anyone ever see this type?
by 68datster » Sun Mar 07, 2021 4:18 pm
I am in the process of moving my alternator over to the cool side on my 68 2L. I have an old smog mount, but I found another mount on an old 2L block...
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Last post by todd lorber Thu Mar 18, 2021 12:54 pm
Tech wiki adds?
by Gregs672000 » Tue Mar 16, 2021 8:46 pm
Hi gang, was working with a member on a couple of what are now common known must have's/do's for keeping a U20 alive long term, specifically having...
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Last post by FergO2k Thu Mar 18, 2021 10:57 am
U20 head work video
by MattC » Sat Mar 13, 2021 10:55 pm
One of the YouTube channels I follow just put up a video of them working on a U20 head. Fun!
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Last post by MattC Wed Mar 17, 2021 2:13 pm
Help with photographs
by spl310 » Wed Mar 17, 2021 10:08 am
Good morning all,
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5 speedometer drive gear
by 69roadster » Sat Mar 13, 2021 8:24 pm
, I have a U20 with a 5 speedometer installed in my 67.5 SPL. Running the 3.90 rear end from the 1600. My speedometer is off. At 3500 ramp the...
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Last post by 69roadster Sun Mar 14, 2021 5:17 pm
Rear main leak? Not so sure.
by Gregs672000 » Sat Mar 06, 2021 5:45 pm
Greetings all. While the head is off I pulled the engine to address what I thought was a rear main leak. Now that I get a close look I'm not so sure...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Sat Mar 13, 2021 1:52 pm
Solex jetting
by 69roadster » Wed Jun 19, 2019 9:53 am
Looking for some starter jets recommendations for my solex u20 . Not much to the engine..40 over solex with B cam. I saw Dean has a kit anyone have...
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Last post by bakerjf Thu Mar 11, 2021 8:17 pm
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Last post by redroadster Thu Mar 11, 2021 1:05 pm
Wiring clean up and updated fuse block
by The Neck » Sun Mar 07, 2021 4:20 pm
Hi everyone,
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Last post by The Neck Wed Mar 10, 2021 11:33 pm
Correct knobs for 1970
by mraitch » Sat Feb 27, 2021 11:35 pm
What are correct knobs for 70 roadster?? Looking for pictures for knobs that I can't identify from the manual.
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Last post by mraitch Tue Mar 09, 2021 3:40 pm
Brake Pipes
by Psevins » Mon Mar 08, 2021 1:33 pm
So before I go all crazy and rip out my front brake lines (in order to remove the body) are there good quality replacements available? I've got a...
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Last post by redroadster Mon Mar 08, 2021 3:16 pm
Wiring Double Check
by Psevins » Mon Mar 01, 2021 7:58 pm
Can I get someone to look at this diagram for my electric fuel pump wire up? It makes sense in my head but would like a 2nd opinion.
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Last post by TurboRagtop Sun Mar 07, 2021 3:41 pm
New heater core that will fit 1966 roadster?
by TurboRagtop » Wed Dec 16, 2020 7:30 pm
Has anyone found a new (currently available) heater core from another vehicle that will fit the early roadsters?
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Last post by Curtis Sat Mar 06, 2021 12:52 pm
Engine Starting Issues
by Psevins » Thu Feb 25, 2021 7:50 pm
So after getting the oil changed, fuel tank cleaned out with fresh fuel added and a new fuel filter I'm having a terrible time getting the old girl...
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Last post by Psevins Sat Mar 06, 2021 10:04 am
Caliper restoration
by spl310 » Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:37 pm
Has anyone got the correct green for painting the calipers?
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Last post by iloveredmeat Fri Mar 05, 2021 3:52 pm
Recirculating ball radiator document
by Habitat.pat » Thu Mar 04, 2021 9:25 am
I changed out my steers my to recirculating ball & am now ready to get the radiator recored. I can’t find the on line document that showed the...
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Last post by spl310 Thu Mar 04, 2021 8:25 pm
Valve Stem
by Psevins » Wed Mar 03, 2021 11:36 am
I've looked all over and can't find out what size valve stems the stock 14 wheels take ( 7/16 or 5/8).
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Last post by redroadster Wed Mar 03, 2021 12:15 pm
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Last post by spl310 Mon Mar 01, 2021 11:19 pm
Verify what I think...
by Psevins » Sat Feb 27, 2021 1:18 pm
This is part of the smog system on the '69 Roadster correct? It appears to have already been capped off and no longer runs to a smog pump (which is...
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Last post by rwmann Mon Mar 01, 2021 1:12 pm
New/Modified Header Design?
by Daryl Smith » Thu Feb 24, 2005 1:27 am
I posted this on the roadster mailing list and got no response, so thought I would try here for those not following the mail list. I think the 35+...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Fri Feb 26, 2021 10:50 am
U20 Cam Slotted Sprocket
by Guy » Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:53 pm
Hello All,
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Last post by spyder Thu Feb 25, 2021 1:33 pm
Timing Chain Broken..
by scotcochran » Sun Jan 03, 2021 6:56 pm
Hello, yesterday went to start my 1967.5 roadster and after a backfire out the tailpipe it quit running. Turned it over some more and it didn’t...
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Last post by Datsunparts.comInc Tue Feb 23, 2021 12:13 pm
Harness Wire Splices - Solder or Crimp ?
by 23yrRebuild » Fri Feb 19, 2021 9:37 am
Hey all,
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Last post by redroadster Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:53 am
Installing Seat Covers
by RonnyB » Mon Dec 21, 2020 5:51 pm
Does anyone have any tips or links to help my local upholstery shop install the DatsunParts.com seat covers over the new stock foam?
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Last post by jrusso07 Mon Feb 22, 2021 12:56 pm
relay "cans"
by Artdent » Mon Aug 28, 2017 9:33 pm
Can someone tell me if the internal parts and working of the turn signal can (relay) is exactly the same as for the emergency flasher can' on the...
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Last post by bajaroadster Sat Feb 20, 2021 1:34 pm
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Last post by SP3 Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:21 am
Cam grinding
by raylim » Sun Feb 14, 2021 2:53 pm
Anyone know of a shop to grind cams?
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Last post by redroadster68 Wed Feb 17, 2021 2:47 pm
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Last post by SP3 Tue Feb 16, 2021 6:56 pm
Knob repair questions
by mraitch » Wed Feb 10, 2021 6:22 pm
I have a few knobs that are cracked/damaged around the screw holes.
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Last post by mraitch Fri Feb 12, 2021 3:38 pm
Stroker Question
by Steve_69 » Sat Feb 06, 2021 6:13 pm
Since I found a broken piston, I decided to consider the stroker mod to my R16. Following the Tech Wiki page, I have a question. I have ordered the...
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Last post by Steve_69 Fri Feb 12, 2021 5:38 am
Matchbox Dizzy testing
by ACGarage » Wed Feb 03, 2021 9:12 pm
Hello Roadster Family
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Last post by ACGarage Thu Feb 11, 2021 9:03 pm
The Restoration of SRL311-0275
by jamesw » Fri May 06, 2011 2:32 pm
Hi Gang,
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Last post by Mattk Mon Feb 08, 2021 2:37 pm
Lower A arm bushing wear question
by roysuecan » Sat Feb 06, 2021 5:33 pm
I have my front end apart with the shock off. The two lower A arm links are hanging (independently) from the spindle. Both links have a little slop...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Mon Feb 08, 2021 10:32 am
Early 1600 Voltage Reg
by cbez » Thu Feb 04, 2021 6:17 pm
Acquired project and not 100% sure how it's all going back together.
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Last post by Curtis Fri Feb 05, 2021 7:58 pm
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Last post by DAC21 Fri Feb 05, 2021 7:51 pm
RX-7 Rear Suspension Project
by Alvin » Sat Dec 01, 2007 1:27 pm
I am excited! This has been on the backburner for several years now.
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Last post by notoptoy Fri Feb 05, 2021 4:10 pm
Warped Head Advice?
by Erol » Thu Dec 10, 2020 11:42 am
Hi All
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Last post by JT68 Wed Feb 03, 2021 11:19 pm
Oil Filter
by dads311 » Thu Jan 28, 2021 3:13 pm
Quick question... I have my engine and trans out doing the 5 speed swap. I decided to change the oil on the engine while it is on the hoist. When I...
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Last post by dads311 Fri Jan 29, 2021 3:33 pm
Engine Differences
by Steve_69 » Thu Jan 28, 2021 6:43 pm
I tried to research this on tech wiki and parts websites, but unable to find good answers. My car is a 68 sold as a 69 (confirmed VIN) with 1600...
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Last post by greydog Fri Jan 29, 2021 1:34 pm
Operation Silence the pump!
by Gregs672000 » Thu Jan 14, 2021 10:09 pm
Well, actually this is an appeal to the wealth of expertise that is often found here from our diverse population... ya never know who might be an...
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Last post by Gregs672000 Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:22 pm
5 Speed Swap - Transmission Mount Misaligned
by ct06033 » Thu Jan 21, 2021 2:12 am
So as the title states, I recently did a rebuild of the motor in my 68 1600 and also did the 5 speed swap. I did get the 2000 plate that the trans...
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Last post by Datrock Thu Jan 21, 2021 4:14 pm
Who Made Fuel Pump?
by Steve_69 » Fri Jan 15, 2021 10:51 am
It is too cold for me to be painting little parts or working on the chassis, so I am piddling with some items I can do now. I decided I could order...
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Last post by Steve_69 Fri Jan 15, 2021 10:51 am
brake master cylinders (510 & 240/60/80Z
by onsight512 » Tue Jan 12, 2021 11:31 am
Could someone educate me, possible with pics, of the differences between a stock Roadster brake master cylinder and ones from a 510 and a 240/60/80Z?...
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Last post by onsight512 Wed Jan 13, 2021 8:58 pm
Frustrated by smoking exhaust?
by spl310 » Sat Jan 09, 2021 5:17 pm
Instead of being frustrated, embrace it! Get this exhaust tip and scare the heck out of people behind you. Would work best with that car that sold...
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Last post by bobd Mon Jan 11, 2021 5:43 am
Speedo to Sr/Ka hook up
by Mattk » Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:26 am
Okay swap guys I need some help. I trying to figure out how to hook up a Speedhut speedo to the speed sensor and the ecm. In a 240sx the signal go to...
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Last post by Mattk Sun Jan 10, 2021 10:07 pm
Air scoop mounting bolts, Philips Head! Arggh!
by FergO2k » Mon Jan 04, 2021 3:54 pm
OK, I must come clean, 21 year owner and this is first time pulling the engine! (for clutch issues, something broke in there)
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Last post by RBMann Sun Jan 10, 2021 12:55 pm
Auxiliary fuel tank
by theunz » Fri Jan 08, 2021 6:40 pm
Because I had to modify my fuel pick up I don’t 100% trust my fuel gauge, so I added a trunk mounted reserve tank. Since there’s not much room in the...
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Last post by tjp Fri Jan 08, 2021 8:34 pm
5sp transmission rebuild
by 69roadster » Fri Sep 13, 2019 5:03 pm
The 1at an 2nd gear Synchro are shot in my transmission. Is there anything special about rebuilding the roadster transmission, that would require a...
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Last post by redroadster Fri Jan 08, 2021 8:00 pm
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Last post by todd lorber Tue Jan 05, 2021 12:51 pm
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