From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 1 06:40:59 2009 From: "Robbie Harrison" To: , "Gary tew" Date: Fri, 1 May 2009 08:40:23 -0400 (Eastern Daylight Time) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Carpet kit? I'll second that. Dean's kit went right in and still looks great several years later Robbie Harrison 68 2000 -------Original Message------- From: Gary tew Date: 5/1/2009 12:12:51 AM To: Keith0alan@aol.com Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Carpet kit? I bought mine from Dean. Very happy with the quality and fit. Gary Tew '67 1600 On Apr 30, 2009, at 6:02 PM, Keith0alan@aol.com wrote: > Hello all, > > It's time for new carpet. Anybody care to share experiences with > carpet kits from the various venders? I've got a '66 it that matters. > > keith williams > ccfcccs > _http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org_ > (http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org/) > > bIf Not Us, Then Who? 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Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.12/2090 - Release Date: 05/01/09 06:17:00 [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of imstp_animation_butterflies_en_020908.gif] ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 1 06:49:57 2009 From: "Fell Herdeg" To: "'Robbie Harrison'" , Date: Fri, 1 May 2009 09:03:54 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Carpet kit? I bought mine from Stan Chernoff, I am still very happy after several years. Fell Herdeg '66 1600 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robbie Harrison Sent: Friday, May 01, 2009 8:40 AM To: Keith0alan@aol.com; Gary tew Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Carpet kit? I'll second that. Dean's kit went right in and still looks great several years later Robbie Harrison 68 2000 -------Original Message------- From: Gary tew Date: 5/1/2009 12:12:51 AM To: Keith0alan@aol.com Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Carpet kit? I bought mine from Dean. Very happy with the quality and fit. Gary Tew '67 1600 On Apr 30, 2009, at 6:02 PM, Keith0alan@aol.com wrote: > Hello all, > > It's time for new carpet. Anybody care to share experiences with > carpet kits from the various venders? 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Paul Ohio From: Paula Rodgers [mailto:paula@garagescenes.com] Sent: Friday, May 01, 2009 5:46 PM To: 9laser3@bright.net Subject: New Ways to Customize Your Garage from Garage Scenes! Dear Paul: Garage Scenes is excited to announce our new product lines! We are now offering wall paper borders and window shades perfect to complement your garage or office space. The wall paper borders are 15 feet long and 1 foot tall, with each photo over 12 inches wide! The window shades are custom built to fit your window and have 2 incredible photos on each. In addition, we have updated our website (www.garagescenes.com) to reflect the variety of sizes we have available, as well as the different print media we can provide for you. A six foot wide by four foot tall mural printed on heavy duty vinyl is now only $199! Take a few moments to browse through our mural galleries and see our amazing selection of Hi-Performance Wall Murals! 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Sincerely, Paula Rodgers Garage Scenes, Ltd. 1-877-3SCENES (723637) www.garagescenes.com ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 2 12:10:34 2009 From: "Rita Trujillo" To: Date: Sat, 2 May 2009 11:10:55 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] DIECAST MODEL I'm looking for a die cast model of the 1600 DATSUN Roadster Rita Trujillo ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 2 14:32:25 2009 From: Eddie To: Rita Trujillo Date: Sat, 02 May 2009 13:31:30 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] DIECAST MODEL Ebay. I see them all the time.. Eddie Rita Trujillo wrote: > bnr2.gif> > > I'm looking for a die cast model of the 1600 DATSUN Roadster > > > > Rita Trujillo > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 12:21:58 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 9:56:53 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] test Is this thing on? I have received nothing in a few days.... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 12:23:31 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 7:49:20 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Is this thing on? I have not received any thing from this list in a few days...Is this thing on? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 12:31:02 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Tue, 05 May 2009 14:28:58 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Key Codes The 311 list doesn't seem to know so I'll try here. Are the key codes stamped on the ignition modules or anywhere else near by? I know code is on trunk lock but ignition is different on my car. Thanks Linda ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 12:31:19 2009 From: Dan Kroninger To: Tim Putland , Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 13:31:08 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Is this thing on? Tim, I got your message. I think everyone is out to lunch. LOL Dan > Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 07:49:20 -0700 > From: tputland@charter.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Is this thing on? > > I have not received any thing from this list in a few days...Is this thing on? > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as d_kroninger@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria l_WhatsNew1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 12:43:22 2009 From: Patti Dwinell To: All list Date: Mon, 4 May 2009 19:42:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More Hello, All! For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was listening to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! Patti ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 13:33:29 2009 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Mon, 4 May 2009 19:46:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Charging question I installed a GM alternator on my 1600 (with help) last year and had no problems until last week. I had a 30 amp inline fuse blow which caused my battery to drain before I found the burnt fuse. I replaced the fuse and charged the battery. I then checked the voltage output at the alternator and at idle I'm showing 12.1 volts. With the lights on I'm showing 11.8 volts. This sure doesn't seem right to me. I've always thought that the alternator would provide at least 12.0 volts even with all electrical devises in the ON position. Thoughts please. Thanks Steve Harvey ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 13:47:10 2009 From: Pat Horne To: Steve Harvey Date: Tue, 05 May 2009 14:46:11 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Steve, Generally speaking, the charging voltage should be around 13.6V. Sounds like you may have a defective alternator. Take the alternator to a shop that test them for free and see if it needs to be replaced. Peace, Pat Thusly spake Steve Harvey, On 5/4/2009 7:46 PM: > I installed a GM alternator on my 1600 (with help) last year and had no > problems until last week. I had a 30 amp inline fuse blow which caused my > battery to drain before I found the burnt fuse. I replaced the fuse and > charged the battery. I then checked the voltage output at the alternator and > at idle I'm showing 12.1 volts. With the lights on I'm showing 11.8 volts. > This sure doesn't seem right to me. I've always thought that the alternator > would provide at least 12.0 volts even with all electrical devises in the ON > position. Thoughts please. > > > > Thanks > > > > Steve Harvey > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as pat@hornesystemstx.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > > -- Pat Horne, Owner, Horne Systems (512) 797-7501 Voice 5026 FM 2001 Pat@HorneSystemsTx.com Lockhart, TX 78644-4443 www.hornesystemstx.com -- We support Habitat for Humanity - a hand UP, not a hand OUT -- ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 14:04:43 2009 From: Toby B To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 4 May 2009 09:44:51 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Looking for a 5- speed in the Seattle area. Hi all, long- time mostly- lurker from back before Al Gore invented the internet ;) I'm looking for a 5- speed within driving distance. It doesn't need to be in great shape- I have a lot of parts, just not really enough to get a whole box back together. Right now it looks like the output shaft and flange (and maybe tail housing) on what I've got is bent(!!!) I'm also broke, so a gearbox in similar condition and price would be ideal... Thanks! Toby Basiliko RacerY at comcast dot net ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 14:24:23 2009 From: <9laser3@bright.net> To: "Dan Kroninger" , "Tim Putland" Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 15:21:54 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Is this thing on? Beenhere all week. Discovered that my alternator isn't lined up with the crank pully. Now I need to remove half the intake to get to it. I should have stayed with the R16! Paul Ohio '69 1600 - now KA24 powered ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 14:39:19 2009 From: Eric Gillis To: Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 20:39:04 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Is this thing on? I am here as well... Most of us that were also at the Solvang show are probably still in a state of shock from SPRISO Motorsports latest creations, including the sr20det/6-speed!! Although my rebuild made it past the 19 mile marker set by rebuilds lately, I am chasing down a couple of very minor leaks (including a new valve cover gasket!) and have an alternator that is also slightly (very) out of alignment. Engine rebuilder (Datsun guy from the 70's) says not a problem... However, he did say that it wouldn't work with modern ribbed-style belts, but older v-belts, no worries... We will see... Eric G. (tired of replacing thermostat housing gaskets...) _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live: Keep your life in sync. http://windowslive.com/explore?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_BR_life_in_synch_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 15:25:07 2009 From: michael poorboy To: , Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 21:24:07 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Looking for a 5- speed in the Seattle area. Hey Toby, I just bought one last week, and It came over from the West side. It had some spare bits in the boxes, so if you don't get any replies soon hit me up. I need to take both gear boxes I have into the tranny guy to check them out as back ups for Jeffs old race car. Mike > Date: Mon, 4 May 2009 09:44:51 -0700 > From: RacerY@comcast.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Looking for a 5- speed in the Seattle area. > > Hi all, > long- time mostly- lurker from back before Al Gore invented the internet ;) > > I'm looking for a 5- speed within driving distance. It doesn't need to > be in great shape- I have a lot of parts, just not really enough > to get a whole box back together. Right now it looks like > the output shaft and flange (and maybe tail housing) > on what I've got is bent(!!!) > > I'm also broke, so a gearbox in similar condition and price would be ideal... > > Thanks! > Toby Basiliko > RacerY at comcast dot net > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as roadsterx@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has ever-growing storage! Dont worry about storage limits. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial _Storage1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 16:00:43 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: Ronnie Day Date: Sun, 3 May 2009 13:09:10 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] How long, I've been on & off the list since the late 80's. I just looked thru an old file folder I have of Roadster stuff & ran across the So Cal DROC newsletter from June/July 1989 (made with a typewriter! ) & an old parts mailer from Fairlady Products with a $20 coupon attached. Ya think Dean will still honor it? It expired 12/89...dang. Dave Cooke Lake in the Hills, IL 68 & 69 Roadsters On Thu, Apr 30, 2009 at 9:51 AM, Ronnie Day wrote: > Terry was a real character. I met him and Donna several years before > we moved to Temple and spent quite as bit of time with him after our > move. It was always fun. > > For instance he offered to help us build, utilizing his advanced > degrees in educational administration. He said he wasn't sure he could > he could actually help build anything, but he was certain he could > supervise very well! :>) > > I wish he'd had the opportunity to do so. > > Ron > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as cookefam314@gmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- D.Cooke www.cookefamilyweb.com ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 18:35:23 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters Date: Sun, 3 May 2009 19:40:27 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] My first 2 hour roadster drive (Midwest) Well, we don't get many sunny days like to this in Chicago, so I took the roadster out for the first extended trip. Up until now, I've just been testing her out on local roads around town. Granted it was only 2 hours long and about 80 miles in all, but it was a blast dodging pot holes and trying her out at various speeds. The speedo seems to be at least 5mph slower than my GPS speed reading. I soon realized I'm gonna need new shocks & since my last long roadster trip was Interstate-5 in California 25 years ago, my lower back reminded me of my age. But, I still had a big grin on my face the whole time. The roadster did great at all speeds and handles surprisingly well for a 42 year old car. definitely enjoying the ride after a 19 year break... Dave Cooke Lake in the Hills, IL 68 & 69 1600's ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 19:11:07 2009 From: Tom PRATHER To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list" Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 18:10:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] FJ20 parts Phil, I saw this on craigslist, Like you really need another one! FJ20 http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/pts/1148943976.html ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 20:02:44 2009 From: "James Fogg" To: "Steve Harvey" Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 22:02:24 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Correct, this is wrong. At a bit above idle the voltage at the battery should be at or near 13.8 volts. Systems using older regulators will see a steady high/low fluctuation as the regulator switches field relays back and forth. Electronic regulators should be steady until the engine speed drops to idle. BTW - even inexpensive digital multimeters are pretty accurate. A mechanical voltmeter may not be trustworthy. Dashboard gauge voltmeters are rarely accurate. > I installed a GM alternator on my 1600 (with help) last year and had no > problems until last week. I had a 30 amp inline fuse blow which caused my > battery to drain before I found the burnt fuse. I replaced the fuse and > charged the battery. I then checked the voltage output at the alternator > and > at idle I'm showing 12.1 volts. With the lights on I'm showing 11.8 volts. > This sure doesn't seem right to me. I've always thought that the > alternator > would provide at least 12.0 volts even with all electrical devises in the > ON > position. Thoughts please. > > > > Thanks > > > > Steve Harvey > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as james@jdfogg.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- James - ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 20:16:46 2009 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 22:15:34 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Depending on the alternator and how it's wired, you may need to rev past 1500-2000 rpm before is starts to charge. ________________________________ Brian Hollands 69 2000 Tampa, FL -----Original Message----- Generally speaking, the charging voltage should be around 13.6V. Sounds like you may have a defective alternator. Take the alternator to a shop that test them for free and see if it needs to be replaced. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 5 23:37:28 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Tue, 05 May 2009 22:37:00 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] BC Spring Thaw Classic Car Adventure More links to pictures: http://www.touringadventure.com/photos-video.html Pete, you could bring either car, or both next year (Datsun or Porch 914) and fit right in...... Daryl ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 00:48:43 2009 From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 23:48:12 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question When I installed my GM alternator I used a light bulb connected to the exciter connection to bring the alternator on line at a lower engine speed. In a GM car this would be the idiot light. Part of getting Mr. Hyde going this year involved revising the alternator mount and moving the pulley forward about 2mm. Now the alternator mount has no play at all on the 5/16 mounting hinge bolt. Before the GM adaptor and alternator case hole were sized for a 3/8 bolt and there was some wobble possible. Generally I expect to see about 14 volts when the alternator is operating properly. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Brian Hollands Sent: Tuesday, May 05, 2009 7:16 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Depending on the alternator and how it's wired, you may need to rev past 1500-2000 rpm before is starts to charge. ________________________________ Brian Hollands 69 2000 Tampa, FL -----Original Message----- Generally speaking, the charging voltage should be around 13.6V. Sounds like you may have a defective alternator. Take the alternator to a shop that test them for free and see if it needs to be replaced. You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 04:53:38 2009 From: "Steve Harvey" To: , Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 05:53:07 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Thanks all for your input. I did rev the engine to and above 1500 rpm but the output never went above 12.1 volts. The attachment is very secure so I don't think a wobble is in play at this point. Next step is to pull it and have a auto parts store check it out. I'll check all of the grounds as well and will report back. Thanks Steve Harvey -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tom @ Datsun2000 Sent: Wednesday, May 06, 2009 1:48 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question When I installed my GM alternator I used a light bulb connected to the exciter connection to bring the alternator on line at a lower engine speed. In a GM car this would be the idiot light. Part of getting Mr. Hyde going this year involved revising the alternator mount and moving the pulley forward about 2mm. Now the alternator mount has no play at all on the 5/16 mounting hinge bolt. Before the GM adaptor and alternator case hole were sized for a 3/8 bolt and there was some wobble possible. Generally I expect to see about 14 volts when the alternator is operating properly. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Brian Hollands Sent: Tuesday, May 05, 2009 7:16 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question Depending on the alternator and how it's wired, you may need to rev past 1500-2000 rpm before is starts to charge. ________________________________ Brian Hollands 69 2000 Tampa, FL -----Original Message----- Generally speaking, the charging voltage should be around 13.6V. Sounds like you may have a defective alternator. Take the alternator to a shop that test them for free and see if it needs to be replaced. You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as stebharvey@ameritech.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 07:38:40 2009 From: Keith0alan@aol.com To: fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 09:38:01 EDT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More Hello all, Thanks to Patti for the good words. Dad had a good time working on her radio and would be willing to do some more. So, if you have a stock roadster radio that you would like to have him try to repair drop me a note. I did give him several of original radios to use for parts and exchange radios. Between all of them there is not one complete set of knobs so we won't be much help there. Also, remember that he is retired and doing this between time with the grandkids and chores for mother. Thanks, keith williams In a message dated 5/5/2009 11:43:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com writes: Hello, All! For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was listening to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! Patti You are subscribed as keith0alan@aol.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters **************Big savings on Dellbs most popular laptops. Now starting at $449! 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So, if you have a stock > roadster radio that you would like to have him try to repair drop me a note. > I > did give him several of original radios to use for parts and exchange > radios. > Between all of them there is not one complete set of knobs so we won't be > much help there. Also, remember that he is retired and doing this between > time with the grandkids and chores for mother. > > Thanks, > > keith williams > > > In a message dated 5/5/2009 11:43:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, > fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com writes: > > Hello, All! > For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original > Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground > "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was > listening > to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! > Patti > You are subscribed as keith0alan@aol.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > > **************Big savings on Dellbs most popular laptops. 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In Pattie's case it was very reasonable. This is a hobby for him so he doesn't have to pay the mortgage with it. Normally I would expect it to be in the $40 range. keith williams In a message dated 5/6/2009 6:44:23 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, d_kroninger@hotmail.com writes: Keith, It is very kind of your father to offer his services. How much does he charge for the rebuilds? Dan > From: Keith0alan@aol.com > Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 09:38:01 -0400 > To: fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More > > Hello all, > > Thanks to Patti for the good words. Dad had a good time working on her > radio and would be willing to do some more. So, if you have a stock > roadster radio that you would like to have him try to repair drop me a note. > I > did give him several of original radios to use for parts and exchange > radios. > Between all of them there is not one complete set of knobs so we won't be > much help there. Also, remember that he is retired and doing this between > time with the grandkids and chores for mother. > > Thanks, > > keith williams > > > In a message dated 5/5/2009 11:43:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, > fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com writes: > > Hello, All! > For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original > Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground > "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was > listening > to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! > Patti > You are subscribed as keith0alan@aol.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > > **************Big savings on Dellbs most popular laptops. 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Rita Trujillo ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 11:12:42 2009 From: Eddie To: Keith0alan@aol.com Date: Wed, 06 May 2009 10:11:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More IF the radios are even HALF as nice as the carbs Keith builds, they would be excellent. JMHO. Eddie Keith0alan@aol.com wrote: > Hello all, > > Thanks to Patti for the good words. Dad had a good time working on her > radio and would be willing to do some more. So, if you have a stock > roadster radio that you would like to have him try to repair drop me a note. > I > did give him several of original radios to use for parts and exchange > radios. > Between all of them there is not one complete set of knobs so we won't be > much help there. Also, remember that he is retired and doing this between > time with the grandkids and chores for mother. > > Thanks, > > keith williams > > > In a message dated 5/5/2009 11:43:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, > fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com writes: > > Hello, All! > For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original > Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground > "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was > listening > to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! > Patti > You are subscribed as keith0alan@aol.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > > **************Big savings on Dellbs most popular laptops. Now starting at > $449! > (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221827510x1201399090/aol?redir=http > :%2F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3B214663377%3B36502382%3Bh) > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 11:22:59 2009 From: Keith0alan@aol.com To: eddietude@socal.rr.com Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 13:15:55 EDT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More He is not doing a full restoration, just a basic cleaning and repair. Fortunately most of the radio is hidden. keith williams ccfcccs _http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org_ (http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org/) bIf Not Us, Then Who? If Not Now, Then When?b In a message dated 5/6/2009 10:12:27 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, eddietude@socal.rr.com writes: IF the radios are even HALF as nice as the carbs Keith builds, they would be excellent. JMHO. Eddie Keith0alan@aol.com wrote: > Hello all, > > Thanks to Patti for the good words. Dad had a good time working on her > radio and would be willing to do some more. So, if you have a stock > roadster radio that you would like to have him try to repair drop me a note. > I > did give him several of original radios to use for parts and exchange > radios. > Between all of them there is not one complete set of knobs so we won't be > much help there. Also, remember that he is retired and doing this between > time with the grandkids and chores for mother. > > Thanks, > > keith williams > > > In a message dated 5/5/2009 11:43:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, > fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com writes: > > Hello, All! > For those who are curious, Keith's Dad did a GREAT job fixing my original > Clarion radio. I did order, receive and connect the positive ground > "Redi-Rad" that I told you about. It actually works! WOOHOO! I was > listening > to tunes all the way to Solvang and back. It was a very nice drive! > Patti > You are subscribed as keith0alan@aol.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > > **************Big savings on Dellbs most popular laptops. 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(http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/10 0126575x1221827510x1201399090/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3 B214663377%3B36502382%3Bh) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 6 11:39:45 2009 From: "Matthew Smith" To: Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 12:35:38 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Center console question - Speaker box pix Hi Everyone, Would someone be able to tell me if the back of the center console goes all the way back to the "luggage shelf"? If it does not, how far from the "shelf" does it end? Also, if the lid of the console is open, what is the minimum clearance to the "shelf"? I have built a semi-hidden speaker box for 6x9's which sits on the floor, over the drive shaft tunnel, and has a few inches of clearance to the back of the seats so it kind of blends in to the floor, instead of sitting on the shelf and saying (Hey! There's a stereo in this car! STEAL IT!). It takes into account the frame clearance bumps in the floor even though its 30" long. It provides clearance for a roll bar as well. I have left the ends open so the back-wave of the large speaker comes out on the far side of the seat and provides kind of a surround sound for the bass. Here are some pictures I took of the box while I was putting it together. Today I'll be covering it with black felt. http://community.webshots.com/album/571782855fXwwlc I ask this because I built a custom center console, which ends about the back of the seats, so I have no reference for the stock console. I would like to build a few and offer them for sale at a reasonable price, since I'm still out of work after 10 months. Thanks, Matt Smith ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 00:21:14 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Dave Cooke , datsun-roadsters Date: Wed, 06 May 2009 22:02:17 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] My first 2 hour roadster drive (Midwest) The cars are a blast to drive! Especially after a long layoff........ I just replaced my fan belt, which was squealing badly on the trip at startups (hey, it's only 14 years old!), and am now waiting for a hydraulic brake light switch (25 yrs old). nobody in town here has one, and it's a week away........I can't drive without brakelights....... Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dave Cooke" To: "datsun-roadsters" Sent: Sunday, May 03, 2009 5:40 PM Subject: [Roadsters] My first 2 hour roadster drive (Midwest) > Well, we don't get many sunny days like to this in Chicago, so I took the > roadster out for the first extended trip. Up until now, I've just been > testing her out on local roads around town. Granted it was only 2 hours > long > and about 80 miles in all, but it was a blast dodging pot holes and trying > her out at various speeds. The speedo seems to be at least 5mph slower > than > my GPS speed reading. I soon realized I'm gonna need new shocks & since my > last long roadster trip was Interstate-5 in California 25 years ago, my > lower back reminded me of my age. But, I still had a big grin on my face > the > whole time. The roadster did great at all speeds and handles surprisingly > well for a 42 year old car. > > definitely enjoying the ride after a 19 year break... > > Dave Cooke > Lake in the Hills, IL > 68 & 69 1600's > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as drlsmith@dccnet.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 13:05:50 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 15:02:51 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes Got some new keys made from key codes which are listed on console, trunk, gas cap flap, door locks. Key made for igniton but locksmith did not see any code. i was not able to look to try to see any code. Recommendation is to bring in a lock for a duplicate key. Linda -----Original Message----- From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Tue, 5 May 2009 11:28 am Subject: [Roadsters] Key Codes The 311 list doesn't seem to know so I'll try here. Are the key codes stamped on the ignition modules or anywhere else near by? I know code is on trunk lock but ignition is different on my car. Thanks Linda You are subscribed as ljordan704@netscape.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 13:30:41 2009 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 14:29:14 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch << I can't drive without brakelights.......>> I found myself in the same predicament, and after a long layoff just HAD to go on the upcoming roadster run. I got a doorbell from Radio Shack, put 2 long leads on it, connect one to power, the other to one of the two leads that plug into the brake light switch, and activated it with the doorbell switch which I sat next to the shifter. Busy drive thru traffic, one handed steering, shift / brake lites with the other hand. Then went home and got to fixing the problem..... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 14:15:28 2009 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 15:14:26 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Charging question answered Took the alternator to two Auto Zone stores to get it checked. Neither store had the correct hookup! Called the store that I bought it from last summer and they told to just bring it in and they would replace it for free, no questions asked. Hooked up the new unit and it is putting out 13.8 volts so I'm good to go. The guy told me that they are all rebuilds and a diode could go out at any time after installation. I guess that's why they have a three year warranty on them. Thanks to all for your input. Steve Harvey ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 14:29:13 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" , Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 13:28:54 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch It's either that or rewire for a switch attached to the brake pedal like the newer cars which is easier to obtain! Daryl From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" Subject: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > << I can't drive without brakelights.......>> > > I found myself in the same predicament, and after a long layoff just HAD > to go on the upcoming roadster run. > > I got a doorbell from Radio Shack, put 2 long leads on it, connect one > to power, the other to one of the two leads that plug into the brake > light switch, and activated it with the doorbell switch which I sat next > to the shifter. > > Busy drive thru traffic, one handed steering, shift / brake lites with > the other hand. > > Then went home and got to fixing the problem..... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:00:22 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: stebharvey@ameritech.net, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 16:58:46 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Charging question answered The trick is to tell them to use a 510 plug which they can look up. I did that recently and they were able to test the alt. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Steve Harvey To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thu, 7 May 2009 1:14 pm Subject: [Roadsters] Charging question answered Took the alternator to two Auto Zone stores to get it checked. Neither store had the correct hookup! Called the store that I bought it from last summer and they told to just bring it in and they would replace it for free, no questions asked. Hooked up the new unit and it is putting out 13.8 volts so I'm good to go. The guy told me that they are all rebuilds and a diode could go out at any time after installation. I guess that's why they have a three year warranty on them. Thanks to all for your input. Steve Harvey You are subscribed as ljordan704@netscape.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:01:13 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 14:01:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance Anybody planning to attend or show at the Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance? Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:01:20 2009 From: vulforge@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 17:00:03 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) Daryl; ???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges with other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or interchange info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and found the one that matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:15:03 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, vulforge@aol.com Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 14:11:17 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) Yes! I thought of that, the Nissan # is good at both Lordco and Napa up here. Lordco is a 6 wk backorder, and Napa is a week away, unless I fly it in from Ontario (not)......Napa quoted a # SL- 157 (?) (Can't find my note....) But, you did jog my memory concerning a couple of hot rod shops near here! I'll try them. Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: > Daryl; > ???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges with > other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or interchange > info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and found the one that > matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. > > > Russell Criswell ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:21:19 2009 From: geegc@aol.com To: vulforge@aol.com, datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net, Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 21:21:00 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) Correct. I think it was an old ford Gary C ------Original Message------ From: vulforge@aol.com Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: May 7, 2009 2:00 PM Subject: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) Daryl; ???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges with other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or interchange info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and found the one that matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com You are subscribed as geegc@aol.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:23:02 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" , Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 14:22:50 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Is there a BIG button that I can rest my mug of tea on, or set off with the heel of my hand holding the mug while driving? Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 12:29 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > << I can't drive without brakelights.......>> > > I found myself in the same predicament, and after a long layoff just HAD > to go on the upcoming roadster run. > > I got a doorbell from Radio Shack, put 2 long leads on it, connect one > to power, the other to one of the two leads that plug into the brake > light switch, and activated it with the doorbell switch which I sat next > to the shifter. > > Busy drive thru traffic, one handed steering, shift / brake lites with > the other hand. > > Then went home and got to fixing the problem..... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 15:58:11 2009 From: Matthew Cox To: roadster list Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 14:57:54 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] OT: Datsun 510 Question Hello! Is there anyone on the list who has a 510 that could do me a quick favor? I just need a measurement for a part. Contact me offlist. Thanks! Matthew... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 16:03:54 2009 From: "oliver" To: Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 16:44:31 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) how about the electrical connectors? what to use there? ----- Original Message ----- From: To: ; ; Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 4:21 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) > Correct. I think it was an old ford > > Gary C > ------Original Message------ > From: vulforge@aol.com > Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Sent: May 7, 2009 2:00 PM > Subject: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) > > Daryl; > ???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges with > other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or interchange > info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and found the one that > matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 16:33:04 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: oliver , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 15:32:34 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) Should use the same bullet connectors as the stock part. Otherwise it wouldn't cross over directly...... There are several other connector styles that could be made to work if you change connectors. A search of images using 'hydraulic brake switch' will bring up several styles. There is a picture of what looks like the correct part on the Jeg's website ($11.99), part #555-63070 Picture from the Early Ford site ($5.50): http://lbcunited.com/earlyford2/popup_image.php/pID/233?osCsid=4030bf4e3ede0f4644cd56ef970f21ee Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" To: Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 2:44 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) > how about the electrical connectors? what to use there? > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > To: ; ; > > Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 4:21 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) > > >> Correct. I think it was an old ford >> >> Gary C >> ------Original Message------ >> From: vulforge@aol.com >> Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net >> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Sent: May 7, 2009 2:00 PM >> Subject: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) >> >> Daryl; >> ???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges with >> other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or interchange >> info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and found the one that >> matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 16:34:18 2009 From: chalsted@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 22:34:07 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] 1500 wheelcovers wanted does anyone know where there's a set of original wheelcovers available for a 1500 roadster? Walter Miller, the literature guy, recently bought a 1500 and needs a set. let me know if you know of a set and I'll forward the info to him. Thanks- Craig ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:00:32 2009 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 16:00:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Realization I've realized that part of the allure of doing a restoration on my roadster is the problem solving. Now if I could only come up with more creative solutions that throwing money at it... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:11:40 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Keith Downing , Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 16:11:17 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization I fully agree on the problem solving (systems analysis/trouble shooting)! Add to that the time and money management, modifications, and learning the systems in the first place, and you have a pretty good education on four wheels if you want to look at it that way. I have to look at it that way, I just couldn't justify my time and expenses any OTHER way! Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "Keith Downing" To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 4:00 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Realization > I've realized that part of the allure of doing a restoration on my > roadster is the problem solving. Now if I could only come up with more > creative solutions that throwing money at it... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:17:15 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 19:16:54 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Keith Downing wrote: > I've realized that part of the allure of doing a restoration on my roadster is the problem solving. Now if I could only come up with more creative solutions that throwing money at it... > For the purist engaging in a bone stock original restoration, there really is no alternative to time and money, and lots of each. On the other hand, there are numerous, innovative, high performing, cost-effective alternatives for those in search of a fun, custom solution. - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:37:15 2009 From: Stan Chernoff To: Daryl Smith , oliver , Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 16:36:33 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch Caution should be used when substituting brake light switches. Most of the old US cars used NPT threads while the ones in roadsters were more than likely BSPT threads. There is a one thread per inch difference. Stan =============== At 03:32 PM 5/7/2009, Daryl Smith wrote: >Should use the same bullet connectors as the stock part. Otherwise >it wouldn't cross over directly...... >There are several other connector styles that could be made to work >if you change connectors. A search of images using 'hydraulic brake >switch' will bring up several styles. > >There is a picture of what looks like the correct part on the Jeg's >website ($11.99), part #555-63070 > >Picture from the Early Ford site ($5.50): >http://lbcunited.com/earlyford2/popup_image.php/pID/233?osCsid=4030bf4e3ede0f4644cd56ef970f21ee > >Daryl > >----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" >To: >Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 2:44 PM >Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) > > >>how about the electrical connectors? what to use there? >> >> >>----- Original Message ----- From: >>To: ; ; >> >>Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 4:21 PM >>Subject: Re: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) >> >> >>>Correct. I think it was an old ford >>> >>>Gary C >>>------Original Message------ >>>From: vulforge@aol.com >>>Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net >>>To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >>>Sent: May 7, 2009 2:00 PM >>>Subject: [Roadsters] brake switch (was 2 hour drive) >>> >>>Daryl; >>>???? the hydraulic stoplight switch on our roadsters interchanges >>>with other 60's era American cars.? I don't have a part number or >>>interchange info, I just took my old one to my local O'Reilly and >>>found the one that matched.? As I recall it was a whole $6. >________________________________________ >Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > >You are subscribed as az589@lafn.org > >Datsun-roadsters mailing list > >http://www.team.net/archive > >http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:38:18 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: RWM@RWMann.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 19:37:33 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Just the recent brake switch issue was an example of restoration innovation......and it would be nice if that info makes it to the 311 Parts Interchange list via the admin Steve Allen once it is determined what the best part # is. linda -----Original Message----- From: RWM (Out of the Office) To: Datsun E-Mail List Sent: Thu, 7 May 2009 4:16 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Keith Downing wrote:? > I've realized that part of the allure of doing a restoration on my roadster is the problem solving. Now if I could only come up with more creative solutions that throwing money at it...? > ? For the purist engaging in a bone stock original restoration, there really is no alternative to time and money, and lots of each.? ? On the other hand, there are numerous, innovative, high performing, cost-effective alternatives for those in search of a fun, custom solution.? ? - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex? ________________________________________? Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html? ? You are subscribed as ljordan704@netscape.net? ? Datsun-roadsters mailing list? ? http://www.team.net/archive? ? http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:53:15 2009 From: Jerry Krakauer To: ljordan704@netscape.net, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 19:52:52 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes Linda, On my 67.5 the key code is stamped on both the face of the ignition lock and the OEM keys. Jerry Krakauer SRL311 00099 ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 3:02 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes > Got some new keys made from key codes which are listed on console, trunk, > gas cap flap, door locks. Key made for igniton but locksmith did not see > any code. i was not able to look to try to see any code. Recommendation is > to bring in a lock for a duplicate key. > Linda > > -----Original Message----- > From: ljordan704@netscape.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Sent: Tue, 5 May 2009 11:28 am > Subject: [Roadsters] Key Codes > The 311 list doesn't seem to know so I'll try here. Are the key codes > stamped on > the ignition modules or anywhere else near by? I know code is on trunk > lock but > ignition is different on my car. > Thanks > Linda ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 17:53:48 2009 From: "Garth Cuthbert" To: "'Keith Downing'" , "'Datsun E-Mail List'" Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 16:53:06 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Amen! I`ve lost count of the years and never started counting the $s. Early in the project I fell into the trap of scope creep. The vision started as get it running, then realized it was best to get it running reliably, got talked into get it running perfectly and now my vanity insists as a restoration it now must also look perfect. It`s been fun and I still have 6 months and a lot more $ to finish. The goal is to drive it 2000 miles to Solvang next year! The best benefit of a long restoration is the experts you meet and the friends you make! Garth -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Keith Downing Sent: May-07-09 4:00 PM To: Datsun E-Mail List Subject: [Roadsters] Realization I've realized that part of the allure of doing a restoration on my roadster is the problem solving. Now if I could only come up with more creative solutions that throwing money at it... You are subscribed as gcuthber@telus.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 18:12:55 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 20:11:21 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes Right ,I knew the code was on there for the low windnsheild cars but not so for the high windsheild cars, so i was wondering if it was inside the lock somewhere. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Jerry Krakauer To: ljordan704@netscape.net; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thu, 7 May 2009 4:52 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes Linda,? ? On my 67.5 the key code is stamped on both the face of the ignition lock and the OEM keys.? ? Jerry Krakauer? SRL311 00099? ? ----- Original Message ----- From: ? To: ? Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 3:02 PM? Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Key Codes? ? > Got some new keys made from key codes which are listed on console, trunk, > gas cap flap, door locks. Key made for igniton but locksmith did not see > any code. i was not able to look to try to see any code. Recommendation is > to bring in a lock for a duplicate key.? > Linda? >? > -----Original Message-----? > From: ljordan704@netscape.net? > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net? > Sent: Tue, 5 May 2009 11:28 am? > Subject: [Roadsters] Key Codes? > The 311 list doesn't seem to know so I'll try here. Are the key codes > stamped on? > the ignition modules or anywhere else near by? I know code is on trunk > lock but? > ignition is different on my car.? > Thanks? > Linda? ? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 18:20:52 2009 From: "Ed Mitchell" To: Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 18:20:20 -0600 Subject: [Roadsters] ...and so it goes Karmic law in a Response to What? What'd I do? I Dunno.. But. Dead Betty is at Upholstery.she's been there 7+ weeks now.trying to do a Schweet Custom on her Today I receive a call from the Owner.indicating his Upholstery guy of 9+ years up and left.right in the middle of my project. Sooo...he's looking for new talent in El Paso. Then.AND THEN.he tells me.when they pushed my car out of the stall.pushed it outside.so the guy who quit could get his tools. Someone Smashed into the rear end of Dead Betty.tomorrow I'm off to assess damage I've never driven her.never even started her. So goes my life. So goes my week Thank goodness tomorrow's Friday : ) -=-=-=-=- Ed Mitchell Las Cruces, NM 1967.5 Datsun Roadster 1600 - SPL311-12761 http://www.ziaroc.com/ http://rides.webshots.com/album/559322539UXctqG <--Dead Betty : ) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 18:26:39 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Ed Mitchell , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 07 May 2009 17:26:19 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] ...and so it goes Sorry to hear that Ed. Have you got insurance on 'er yet? Not that it should matter, because the shop or his insurance should cover it. Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ed Mitchell" To: Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 5:20 PM Subject: [Roadsters] ...and so it goes > Karmic law in a Response to What? What'd I do? I Dunno.. > > > > But. > > > > Dead Betty is at Upholstery.she's been there 7+ weeks now.trying to do a > Schweet Custom on her > > > > Today I receive a call from the Owner.indicating his Upholstery guy of 9+ > years up and left.right in the middle of my project. > > > > Sooo...he's looking for new talent in El Paso. > > > > Then.AND THEN.he tells me.when they pushed my car out of the stall.pushed > it > outside.so the guy who quit could get his tools. > > > > Someone Smashed into the rear end of Dead Betty.tomorrow I'm off to assess > damage > > > > I've never driven her.never even started her. > > > > So goes my life. > > > > So goes my week > > > > Thank goodness tomorrow's Friday : ) > > > > > > -=-=-=-=- > > > > Ed Mitchell > > > > Las Cruces, NM > > > > 1967.5 Datsun Roadster 1600 - SPL311-12761 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 19:07:42 2009 From: Tim To: Ed Mitchell , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 18:07:14 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] ...and so it goes I know a person who will beat the snot out of the shit heal who quit and only for a case of beer. Just let me know if you need my services to set this up. Tim---not so clueless when it comes to revenge. Belleville, WI. '70 SPL AND SRL Still clueless but always learning ---- Ed Mitchell wrote: ============= Karmic law in a Response to What? What'd I do? I Dunno.. But. Dead Betty is at Upholstery.she's been there 7+ weeks now.trying to do a Schweet Custom on her Today I receive a call from the Owner.indicating his Upholstery guy of 9+ years up and left.right in the middle of my project. Sooo...he's looking for new talent in El Paso. Then.AND THEN.he tells me.when they pushed my car out of the stall.pushed it outside.so the guy who quit could get his tools. Someone Smashed into the rear end of Dead Betty.tomorrow I'm off to assess damage I've never driven her.never even started her. So goes my life. So goes my week Thank goodness tomorrow's Friday : ) -=-=-=-=- Ed Mitchell Las Cruces, NM 1967.5 Datsun Roadster 1600 - SPL311-12761 http://www.ziaroc.com/ http://rides.webshots.com/album/559322539UXctqG <--Dead Betty : ) You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 21:40:36 2009 From: "MH" To: , , Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 22:41:34 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Does someone need a part number for the early brake switch? I got mine at Advance Auto Parts for $5.24 for a '67 520 pickup, GP Sorenson brand. RockAuto has two other numbers listed but go for over $11.00. I thought this part was already in the interchange list, if it is, nevermind. Mike Hudson '67 Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: To: ; Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 6:37 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization > Just the recent brake switch issue was an example of restoration innovation......and it would be nice if that info makes it to the 311 Parts Interchange list via the admin Steve Allen once it is determined what the best part # is. > > linda ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 22:34:59 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 08 May 2009 00:34:19 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization /BrakeSwitch From 311 WIKI Parts interchange: "Brake light switch (under dash, on brake pedal) -any year 240Z, or any year 280ZX with simple wiring mods Part #'s-Niehoff SL31821, BWD S559, Standard SLS101, and NAPA Echlin SL156 "Switch/Commutateur" (All)" Linda -----Original Message----- From: MH To: RWM@RWMann.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net; ljordan704@netscape.net Sent: Thu, 7 May 2009 8:41 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization Does someone need a part number for the early brake switch? I got mine at Advance Auto Parts for $5.24 for a '67 520 pickup, GP Sorenson brand. RockAuto has two other numbers listed but go for over $11.00. I thought this part was already in the interchange list, if it is, nevermind. Mike Hudson '67 Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: To: ; Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 6:37 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Realization > Just the recent brake switch issue was an example of restoration innovation......and it would be nice if that info makes it to the 311 Parts Interchange list via the admin Steve Allen once it is determined what the best part # is. > > linda ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 7 23:55:20 2009 From: "Owen" To: Date: Thu, 7 May 2009 22:54:50 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Concours d'Elegance Hi Gary, I'm planing on going to the Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance again this year. I went last year, lots of nice cars all American and European, no Asian cars. Michael needs to enter a couple of his sweet rides in the show. Here's some info. on the show. http://www.forestgroveconcours.org/ Owen Tasker Forest Grove, OR 68' 2000 - halfway to SR20DE S14 Concours d'Elegance Done Event Details When All Day on Sunday, July 19, 2009 Owner fgchamber Calendar Forest Grove Community Calendar Description The 37th annual Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance will be held on the campus of Pacific University on Sunday, July 19, 2009. This event is sponsored by the Forest Grove Rotary Club. For more information, visit their website at www.forestgroveconcours.org or contact them at 503.357.2300 or 1.800.359.2313. [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/gif which had a name of done.gif] ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 08:36:37 2009 From: "Bubba" To: "Daryl Smith" , "O'Farrell, Fergus P \(AS\)" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 09:35:33 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch You could always mount a whisker switch under the dash, with the whisker against the brake pedal arm, so pressing the pedal removes the tension and activates the lights. I used to use them on Bucket Trucks (Phone Company) to light a warning light on the dash to tell the driver the boom was not stored properly, so they wouldn't drive away and hit something. We got the switches through a local supply store that sold stuff from Cole-Hersee. They also have pressure switches. Catalog http://www.colehersee.com/catalog_top/index.htm Whisker Switch Part No: 8487 Pressure Switch Part No's 8626, 8628, 8629, 8631, 8638, 8649, Good Luck Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" ; Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 3:28 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > It's either that or rewire for a switch attached to the brake pedal like > the newer cars which is easier to obtain! > > Daryl > > > From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" > Subject: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> << I can't drive without brakelights.......>> >> >> I found myself in the same predicament, and after a long layoff just HAD >> to go on the upcoming roadster run. >> >> I got a doorbell from Radio Shack, put 2 long leads on it, connect one >> to power, the other to one of the two leads that plug into the brake >> light switch, and activated it with the doorbell switch which I sat next >> to the shifter. >> >> Busy drive thru traffic, one handed steering, shift / brake lites with >> the other hand. >> >> Then went home and got to fixing the problem..... > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as bubwin@mts.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 08:49:06 2009 From: Gary McCormick To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 07:48:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Another option is a mercury switch, which will sense deceleration and activate the brakelights. ;^) (I remember reading that Mark Donahue used this setup on his Trans-Am Camaros to fake out a driver behind him that he was getting on the brakes, so the other driver would then slow down.) Gary McCormick San Jose, CA --- On Fri, 5/8/09, Bubba wrote: From: Bubba Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch To: "Daryl Smith" , "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Friday, May 8, 2009, 7:35 AM You could always mount a whisker switch under the dash, with the whisker against the brake pedal arm, so pressing the pedal removes the tension and activates the lights. I used to use them on Bucket Trucks (Phone Company) to light a warning light on the dash to tell the driver the boom was not stored properly, so they wouldn't drive away and hit something. We got the switches through a local supply store that sold stuff from Cole-Hersee. They also have pressure switches. Catalog http://www.colehersee.com/catalog_top/index.htm Whisker Switch Part No: 8487 Pressure Switch Part No's 8626, 8628, 8629, 8631, 8638, 8649, Good Luck Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" ; Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 3:28 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > It's either that or rewire for a switch attached to the brake pedal like > the newer cars which is easier to obtain! > > Daryl > > > From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" > Subject: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> << I can't drive without brakelights.......>> >> >> I found myself in the same predicament, and after a long layoff just HAD >> to go on the upcoming roadster run. >> >> I got a doorbell from Radio Shack, put 2 long leads on it, connect one >> to power, the other to one of the two leads that plug into the brake >> light switch, and activated it with the doorbell switch which I sat next >> to the shifter. >> >> Busy drive thru traffic, one handed steering, shift / brake lites with >> the other hand. >> >> Then went home and got to fixing the problem..... > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as bubwin@mts.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as gkmcc@sbcglobal.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 11:03:11 2009 From: "Larry Braddock" To: Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 10:02:51 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] mercury switch For some time I've thought a brake switch that sensed deceleration would be a great idea for sports cars and motorcycles, but never knew one existed. You can slow down fairly quickly down shifting and most of the people on the road these days have only driven automatics and think the ONLY way a vehicle slows down at all is via the brakes (so if the brake lights aren't on, it isn't slowing down--even if it is--duh). On windy mountain roads, no big deal, as there should never be anyone right behind you--at least in a 2000. But on L.A. freeways, it could save one from getting rear ended. Larry Braddock ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 13:17:27 2009 From: Dan Kroninger To: Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 14:17:00 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Washer Fluid Bottle Hey all, I will be in need of a Washer Fluid Bottle at some point. I have a bracket in the car already, it is not a kangaroo bag. Would anyone happen to have one lying around that they would be willing to part with? I cannot find any listed in the vendors sites. Thanks, Dan _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has ever-growing storage! Dont worry about storage limits. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial _Storage1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 13:40:15 2009 From: Tim To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Dan Kroninger Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 12:39:56 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Washer Fluid Bottle I only live about 15 minutes from Dan. I only have two part cars. Guess I need a third part car to be asked directly. ;-) Having hurt feelings in WI. :-( Tim Belleville, WI. '70 SPL AND SRL Still clueless but always learning ---- Dan Kroninger wrote: ============= Hey all, I will be in need of a Washer Fluid Bottle at some point. I have a bracket in the car already, it is not a kangaroo bag. Would anyone happen to have one lying around that they would be willing to part with? I cannot find any listed in the vendors sites. Thanks, Dan _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has ever-growing storage! 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Besides, what if you try to kill me on the price (LOL, JK) > Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 12:39:56 -0700 > From: tputland@charter.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net; d_kroninger@hotmail.com > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Washer Fluid Bottle > > I only live about 15 minutes from Dan. I only have two part cars. > > Guess I need a third part car to be asked directly. ;-) > > Having hurt feelings in WI. :-( > > Tim > Belleville, WI. > '70 SPL AND SRL > Still clueless but always learning > > ---- Dan Kroninger wrote: > > ============= > Hey all, > > > > I will be in need of a Washer Fluid Bottle at some point. I have a bracket in > the car already, it is not a kangaroo bag. Would anyone happen to have one > lying around that they would be willing to part with? I cannot find any > listed in the vendors sites. > > > > Thanks, > > Dan > > > > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail. has ever-growing storage! 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Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in very hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further away............... Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gary McCormick" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 7:48 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > Another option is a mercury switch, which will sense deceleration and > activate the brakelights. ;^) > > (I remember reading that Mark Donahue used this setup on his Trans-Am > Camaros to fake out a driver behind him that he was getting on the brakes, > so the other driver would then slow down.) > > Gary McCormick > San Jose, CA ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 15:29:19 2009 From: "oliver" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 16:12:47 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in parallel > with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of hills in this area > would mean the brake lights could be on almost 50% of the time (every > downhill, brakes applied or not!) > Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in very > hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. > But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further > away............... > > Daryl ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 15:44:07 2009 From: Eddie To: oliver Date: Fri, 08 May 2009 14:34:44 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch When I was a kid I rigged a toggle switch into my brake light circuit so I could shut the brake lights off. now, I'm sure some are wondering why one would want to do that, right? Let me give you a scenario. You're flying down the road at night, and pass a cop who's gunning for speeders. Around the next bend, you shut all your lights off, including the brakes, then slam on the brakes and pull into a driveway where you duck down below seat level. Seconds later, a cop flies by you lights flashing as he's chasing that speeder he just tagged on radar.... Not saying I ever DID that... LMAO.... Eddie oliver wrote: > well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in > addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? > > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" > To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" > > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in >> parallel with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of hills >> in this area would mean the brake lights could be on almost 50% of >> the time (every downhill, brakes applied or not!) >> Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in >> very hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. >> But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further >> away............... >> >> Daryl > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 15:44:20 2009 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'oliver'" , "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 17:36:26 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch I thought that was what the parking light switch was for! A great tool for backing off tailgaters! Paul Ohio -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of oliver Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 5:13 PM To: Datsun Roadster List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 19:23:06 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "oliver" , "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 20:03:31 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch People who drive with their foot on the brake already do that... Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:12 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in > addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Daryl Smith" > To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" > > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in parallel >> with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of hills in this area >> would mean the brake lights could be on almost 50% of the time (every >> downhill, brakes applied or not!) >> Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in very >> hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. >> But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further >> away............... >> >> Daryl > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 19:23:29 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Eddie" , "oliver" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 20:03:39 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch I understand that good ol' boys like Jimmy Johnson did that when they were running moonshine, too. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "oliver" Cc: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:34 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > When I was a kid I rigged a toggle switch into my brake light circuit so I > could shut the brake lights off. > now, I'm sure some are wondering why one would want to do that, right? > > Let me give you a scenario. > > You're flying down the road at night, and pass a cop who's gunning for > speeders. > > Around the next bend, you shut all your lights off, including the brakes, > then slam on the brakes and pull into a driveway where you duck down below > seat level. Seconds later, a cop flies by you lights flashing as he's > chasing that speeder he just tagged on radar.... > > Not saying I ever DID that... LMAO.... > > Eddie > > > > > oliver wrote: >> well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in >> addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" >> To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" >> >> Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch >> >> >>> While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in parallel >>> with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of hills in this area >>> would mean the brake lights could be on almost 50% of the time (every >>> downhill, brakes applied or not!) >>> Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in very >>> hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. >>> But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further >>> away............... >>> >>> Daryl >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 19:49:34 2009 From: "MH" To: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net>, "'oliver'" , Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 20:35:08 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they would be with brighter bulbs. Mike H. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'oliver'" ; "'Datsun Roadster List'" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:36 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > I thought that was what the parking light switch was for! A great tool > for backing off tailgaters! > > Paul > Ohio > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of oliver > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 5:13 PM > To: Datsun Roadster List > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in > addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 20:24:02 2009 From: "oliver" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 20:58:33 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch discourages tailgaters too. not so sure about tail gators . . . anyone from florida? ----- Original Message ----- From: "MH" To: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net>; "'oliver'" ; "'Datsun Roadster List'" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 8:35 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how > about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! > The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they > would > be with brighter bulbs. > Mike H. > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> > To: "'oliver'" ; "'Datsun Roadster List'" > > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:36 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> I thought that was what the parking light switch was for! A great tool >> for backing off tailgaters! >> >> Paul >> Ohio >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net >> [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of oliver >> Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 5:13 PM >> To: Datsun Roadster List >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch >> >> well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in >> addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 21:46:11 2009 From: "dave" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 23:05:51 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch I found the best way to loose tailgaters with my Saab 900 was to just put the gear lever into the reverse gate, but of course not any further toward reverse. Turned on the reverse lights, backed them right off. The large ugly black rectangular driving lamps that came with my 69 2000 are now under the rear bumper of my pickup as backup lights, work GREAT. Couldn't put rectangular driving lights on a Roadster, then it would look like my long lost twin brother Alvin's car :). Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: MH [mailto:twobeaners@earthlink.net] Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 9:35 PM To: Paul; 'oliver'; 'Datsun Roadster List' Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they would be with brighter bulbs. Mike H. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 8 22:12:28 2009 From: "E Scanlon" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 20:36:54 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how > about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! > The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they > would > be with brighter bulbs. > Mike H. A friend of mine in Iowa did that some years ago, he got a fix-it ticket but only because the car DID have reverse lamps incorporated into the tail lights. The officer felt that the driving lamps were to blind people behind the car. Don't know if he'd question our reverse lamps, although I did mount a second one on mine for exactly the same reason... LIGHT.... especially through the rear window in the top. But going back to the original question, has anyone checked into using an oil pressure switch and adapted it to the brake line system? A friend has a fuel pump cut off built around a low oil pressure switch; when the pressure drops, the fuel pump shuts off because the current has been switched off. That's essentially what the brake light switch is doing, except it senses when the pressure rises. Just a thought, E ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 01:14:53 2009 From: John F Sandhoff To: E Scanlon Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 23:54:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] pressure switch (was: Kluge brakelight switch) It was suggested: > But going back to the original question, has anyone checked into > using an oil pressure switch and adapted it to the brake line system? I wouldn't recommend it. The oiling system runs at 60-80 PSI, maybe 100 tops. The brake system is an order of magnitude greater. Times two. Brake pressure gauges run in the 2000 to 3000 PSI range. I suspect you'd blow an oil sender apart on the first firm stop. -- John John F Sandhoff sandhoff@csus.edu Sacramento, CA p.s This subject line is driving me to distraction. It's "kludge" :-) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 01:30:39 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'dave'" , "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 00:11:51 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch You can get smaller (6" x 2") halogen backup lights from manufacturers like KC Hilites (http://www.aztrucks.com/product.asp?pr=Backup_Lighting) or PIAA (http://www.piaa.com/Lamps/Lamp-pages/1500bu.html). Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of dave Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 8:06 PM To: 'Datsun Roadster List' Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch I found the best way to loose tailgaters with my Saab 900 was to just put the gear lever into the reverse gate, but of course not any further toward reverse. Turned on the reverse lights, backed them right off. The large ugly black rectangular driving lamps that came with my 69 2000 are now under the rear bumper of my pickup as backup lights, work GREAT. Couldn't put rectangular driving lights on a Roadster, then it would look like my long lost twin brother Alvin's car :). Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: MH [mailto:twobeaners@earthlink.net] Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 9:35 PM To: Paul; 'oliver'; 'Datsun Roadster List' Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they would be with brighter bulbs. Mike H. Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 01:59:18 2009 From: To: Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 17:17:10 +1000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch This "trick" is rumoured to have been used in rallying in the past. If you were close enough to the car in front you don't have to work to hard on the navigation at night. If you got to close they would only switch on their brake lights at the last second as the whipped round a corner. Still could be worse you could always disqualify the first 5 British entrants in the Monte Carlo Rally because of double filament headlights. Oh and look who wins the Citro'n that finished 6th! Ken 67.5 SR20 (not driven nearly enough) -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gary and Cindy Ault Sent: Saturday, 9 May 2009 11:04 AM To: Eddie; oliver Cc: Datsun Roadster List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch I understand that good ol' boys like Jimmy Johnson did that when they were running moonshine, too. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "oliver" Cc: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:34 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > When I was a kid I rigged a toggle switch into my brake light circuit so I > could shut the brake lights off. > now, I'm sure some are wondering why one would want to do that, right? > > Let me give you a scenario. > > You're flying down the road at night, and pass a cop who's gunning for > speeders. > > Around the next bend, you shut all your lights off, including the brakes, > then slam on the brakes and pull into a driveway where you duck down below > seat level. Seconds later, a cop flies by you lights flashing as he's > chasing that speeder he just tagged on radar.... > > Not saying I ever DID that... LMAO.... > > Eddie > > > > > oliver wrote: >> well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in >> addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 16:28:28 2009 From: "Fergus OFarrell" To: Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 15:27:19 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Good Ol' Boys, from San Diego? << I understand that good ol' boys like Jimmy Johnson did that when they were running moonshine, too. >> that'd be Junior Johnson. Jimmy is from Escondido or some other suburb of San Diego. Not sure what kinda moonshine you'd run in San Diego, Cuervo? Hey, you could make a margarita outta that. Missed ya this year in Solvang Gary and Cindy (and Paul Gabriel) FergO ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 17:16:38 2009 From: TERRY GILLESPIE To: Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 23:16:05 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] =?windows-1256?q?Kluge_brakelight_switch=FE?= -----Original Message----- >> Wrom: KJVZCMHVIBGDADRZFSQHYUCDDJBLVLMHAALPTCXLYRWTQTIPWIGYOKSTTZRCLBDXRQBGJSNBOHMKHJYFMYXOEAIJJPHSCRTNHGSWZIDREXCAXZOWCONEUQZAAFXISHJEXXIMQZUIVOTQNQEMSFDULHPQQWOYIYZUNNYCGPKYLEJGDGVCJVTLBXFGGMEPYOQKEDOTWFAOBUZXUWLSZLKBRNVWWCUFPEGAUTFJMVRESKPNKMBIPBARHDMNNSKVFVWRKJVZCMHVIBGDADRZFSQHYUCDDJBLVLMHAALPTCXLYRWTQTIPWIGYOKSTTZRCLBDXRQBGJSNBOHMKHJYFMYXOEAIJJPHSCRTNHGSWZIDREXCAXZOWCONEUQZAAFXISHJEXXIMQZUIVOTQNQEMSFDULHPQQWOYIYZUNNYCGPKYLEJGDGVCJVTLBXFGGMEPYOQKEDOTWFAOBUZXUWLSZLKBRNVWWCUFPEGAUTFJMVRESKPNKMBIPBARHDMNNSKVFVWR ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 17:52:06 2009 From: stl@adnc.com To: Fergus OFarrell Date: Sat, 09 May 2009 16:51:45 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Good Ol' Boys, from San Diego? FergO El Cajon is Jimmy Johnson's home town. El Cajon is a hand full of miles East of San Diego, but pretty far South of Escondido. Moonshine isn't run here ... drugs are, by south of the border gangs with military firepower. Steve Landuyt San Diego '69 2000 Quoting Fergus OFarrell : > << I understand that good ol' boys like Jimmy Johnson did that when > they were > running moonshine, too. >> > > that'd be Junior Johnson. Jimmy is from Escondido or some other > suburb of San > Diego. Not sure what kinda moonshine you'd run in San Diego, Cuervo? > Hey, you could make a margarita outta that. > Missed ya this year in Solvang Gary and Cindy (and Paul Gabriel) > > FergO > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as stl@adnc.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ---------------------------------------------------------------- This message was sent using IMP, the Internet Messaging Program. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 9 19:02:13 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Fergus OFarrell" , Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 20:02:14 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Good Ol' Boys, from San Diego? Fergus, You're right, I meant Junior, but you got the point. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Fergus OFarrell" To: Sent: Saturday, May 09, 2009 5:27 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Good Ol' Boys, from San Diego? > << I understand that good ol' boys like Jimmy Johnson did that when they > were > running moonshine, too. >> > > that'd be Junior Johnson. Jimmy is from Escondido or some other suburb of > San > Diego. Not sure what kinda moonshine you'd run in San Diego, Cuervo? > Hey, you could make a margarita outta that. > Missed ya this year in Solvang Gary and Cindy (and Paul Gabriel) > > FergO > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 10 09:20:28 2009 From: "Bubba" To: "Eddie" , "oliver" Date: Sun, 10 May 2009 10:20:10 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Did you run Shine with Junior Johnson? I used a slightly different method. I pulled the brake release on my '68 Plymouth, and held it with a 1" "C"clamp that I filed a groove into. Worked great for "Rockford" turns and slowing or stopping without brake lights when . . . UM . . . I mean IF the need ever arose. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "oliver" Cc: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:34 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > When I was a kid I rigged a toggle switch into my brake light circuit so I > could shut the brake lights off. > now, I'm sure some are wondering why one would want to do that, right? > > Let me give you a scenario. > > You're flying down the road at night, and pass a cop who's gunning for > speeders. > > Around the next bend, you shut all your lights off, including the brakes, > then slam on the brakes and pull into a driveway where you duck down below > seat level. Seconds later, a cop flies by you lights flashing as he's > chasing that speeder he just tagged on radar.... > > Not saying I ever DID that... LMAO.... > > Eddie > > > > > oliver wrote: >> well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in >> addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" >> To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" >> >> Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch >> >> >>> While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in parallel >>> with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of hills in this area >>> would mean the brake lights could be on almost 50% of the time (every >>> downhill, brakes applied or not!) >>> Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in very >>> hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. >>> But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further >>> away............... >>> >>> Daryl >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as bubwin@mts.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 10 10:03:06 2009 From: Eddie To: Bubba Date: Sun, 10 May 2009 09:01:50 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch Technically the "Rockford" turn is a BACKWARDS 180. It's when you're in REVERSE, backing up quickly, you spin the wheel and the car does a reverse 180. The e-brake has nothing to do with making that maneuver... :-) Eddie Bubba wrote: > Did you run Shine with Junior Johnson? > > I used a slightly different method. I pulled the brake release on my > '68 Plymouth, and held it with a 1" "C"clamp that I filed a groove > into. Worked great for "Rockford" turns and slowing or stopping > without brake lights when . . . UM . . . I mean IF the need ever arose. > > Bob > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" > To: "oliver" > Cc: "Datsun Roadster List" > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 4:34 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > >> When I was a kid I rigged a toggle switch into my brake light circuit >> so I could shut the brake lights off. >> now, I'm sure some are wondering why one would want to do that, right? >> >> Let me give you a scenario. >> >> You're flying down the road at night, and pass a cop who's gunning >> for speeders. >> >> Around the next bend, you shut all your lights off, including the >> brakes, then slam on the brakes and pull into a driveway where you >> duck down below seat level. Seconds later, a cop flies by you lights >> flashing as he's chasing that speeder he just tagged on radar.... >> >> Not saying I ever DID that... LMAO.... >> >> Eddie >> >> >> >> >> oliver wrote: >>> well, why not set up a circuit to randomly flash the brake lights in >>> addition to their normal use? wouldn't that be fun?? >>> >>> >>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" >>> To: "Gary McCormick" ; "Datsun Roadster List" >>> >>> Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 3:10 PM >>> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch >>> >>> >>>> While I really like the idea of a mercury switch, possibly in >>>> parallel with the standard brakelight switch, The abundance of >>>> hills in this area would mean the brake lights could be on almost >>>> 50% of the time (every downhill, brakes applied or not!) >>>> Might be a good idea for you flatlanders, but not so practical in >>>> very hilly or mountainous terrain IMHO. >>>> But then again, it could help keep the tailgaters a bit further >>>> away............... >>>> >>>> Daryl >>> ________________________________________ >>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >>> >>> You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com >>> >>> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >>> >>> http://www.team.net/archive >>> >>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as bubwin@mts.net >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 10 14:43:46 2009 From: Matthew Cox To: roadster list Date: Sun, 10 May 2009 13:43:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Datsun Record Player http://jalopnik.com/5246380/1982-datsun-voice-warning-box-used-tiny-phonograph-record-just-like-moon-base-robots ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon May 11 02:24:37 2009 From: Fred Katz To: Matthew Cox Date: Mon, 11 May 2009 00:53:51 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun Record Player I had a 1982 Maxima with the voice-warning system, it was a feature that helped convince me to buy the car brand new. Unfortunately, it didn't have a warning track that said "Look out, red-light runner!". In the late 90s I got broadsided and the car was totaled. Me and Annie miss hearing the voices from that car! I kept the rear trunk nameplate "DATSUN by NISSAN" and it's glued on the dash glovebox door of my '66 roadster. Fred - So.SF On May 10, 2009, at 1:43 PM, Matthew Cox wrote: > http://jalopnik.com/5246380/1982-datsun-voice-warning-box-used-tiny-phonograph-record-just-like-moon-base-robots ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 12 20:02:39 2009 From: "Bubba" To: "Gordon Glasgow" , "'dave'" Date: Mon, 11 May 2009 09:18:17 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch In Manitoba Canada any rear facing lights other than the factory installed, must be disabled from operating unless wired with the vehicle's factory back-up light switch. Lots of draw through the factory back-up light. I used a hidden switch. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'dave'" ; "'Datsun Roadster List'" Sent: Saturday, May 09, 2009 2:11 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > You can get smaller (6" x 2") halogen backup lights from manufacturers > like > KC Hilites (http://www.aztrucks.com/product.asp?pr=Backup_Lighting) or > PIAA > (http://www.piaa.com/Lamps/Lamp-pages/1500bu.html). > > Gordon Glasgow > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of dave > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 8:06 PM > To: 'Datsun Roadster List' > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > I found the best way to loose tailgaters with my Saab 900 was to just put > the gear lever into the reverse gate, but of course not any further toward > reverse. Turned on the reverse lights, backed them right off. > > The large ugly black rectangular driving lamps that came with my 69 2000 > are > now under the rear bumper of my pickup as backup lights, work GREAT. > Couldn't put rectangular driving lights on a Roadster, then it would look > like my long lost twin brother Alvin's car :). > > Dave Brisco > > -----Original Message----- > From: MH [mailto:twobeaners@earthlink.net] > Sent: Friday, May 08, 2009 9:35 PM > To: Paul; 'oliver'; 'Datsun Roadster List' > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Kluge brakelight switch > > Well, as long as we're throwing ideas about switches out on the table, how > about driving lights on the rear bumper? With a switch of course! > The stock backup lights constantly remind me how much more useful they > would > be with brighter bulbs. > Mike H. > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as bubwin@mts.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 12 20:07:57 2009 From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: "Fred Katz" , "Matthew Cox" Date: Mon, 11 May 2009 03:21:07 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun Record Player Funny how we keep things from cars we loved. I purchased a 68 2000 new, and 16 months later a lady made a left turn in front of a Ford station wagon and hit my car in the next lane, totaling my car. In the accident the 2000 chrome came off of the front fender. I still have it, and when Mr. Hyde is finally painted that part will go on the rear of the car. Even though it has a bit of damage from the impact with a Chevy I still feel a connection to my first roadster through that part from it. This same type of accident almost happened to me again in Mr. Hyde again Sunday afternoon. This time I was able to swerve around the sudden appearance of the other car and weave my way past the offending SUV and another car without being hit or hitting anyone. Twice is more than enough. The last close call was a crazy guy in a Lambo.... Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde (my 3rd 2L) Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Fred Katz Sent: Monday, May 11, 2009 12:54 AM To: Matthew Cox Cc: roadster list Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun Record Player I had a 1982 Maxima with the voice-warning system, it was a feature that helped convince me to buy the car brand new. Unfortunately, it didn't have a warning track that said "Look out, red-light runner!". In the late 90s I got broadsided and the car was totaled. Me and Annie miss hearing the voices from that car! I kept the rear trunk nameplate "DATSUN by NISSAN" and it's glued on the dash glovebox door of my '66 roadster. Fred - So.SF On May 10, 2009, at 1:43 PM, Matthew Cox wrote: > http://jalopnik.com/5246380/1982-datsun-voice-warning-box-used-tiny-phonogra ph-record-just-like-moon-base-robots You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 12 20:19:08 2009 From: steven boortz To: roadsters Date: Tue, 12 May 2009 18:09:18 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] (no subject) hi everyone there is a roadster limited slip diff on eBay, with 3.70 gears. can the ratio be easily changed, while maintaining the LSD? in other news.... i drove up ACH to Newcomb's Ranch yesterday. it was a BLAST! the car ran great, there were few cars, and those there were actually moved over for faster cars. not that i was going fast.... steve 675MIZU ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 12 21:01:45 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 08:11:02 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Shasta 2009 According to the info on NOWROC , Shasta 2009 is July 10 & 11, which is a Friday & a Saturday. Is that correct? Pete ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 00:12:57 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'steven boortz'" , "'roadsters'" Date: Tue, 12 May 2009 23:11:55 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] (no subject) Yes, it's a straight swap if you are going from the 3.70 to a 4.11, 4.88 or 5.88. If you are going to a 4.38, 4.63 or 5.13, you will need a 4mm thick spacer to put behind the ring gear. http://www.gordon-glasgow.org/lsd5.asp Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of steven boortz Sent: Tuesday, May 12, 2009 6:09 PM To: roadsters Subject: [Roadsters] (no subject) hi everyone there is a roadster limited slip diff on eBay, with 3.70 gears. can the ratio be easily changed, while maintaining the LSD? in other news.... i drove up ACH to Newcomb's Ranch yesterday. it was a BLAST! the car ran great, there were few cars, and those there were actually moved over for faster cars. not that i was going fast.... steve 675MIZU Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 10:43:13 2009 From: Hoon Kim To: Roadster mailist Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 09:42:39 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my roadster. Now I have a few questions. I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a matter of calibrating the speedo? In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is not accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more milage than real milage? Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using the trip meter? Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. Hoon ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 10:58:10 2009 From: Tim To: Roadster mailist Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 9:55:55 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions Reply to the list please. My speedo is also fast so I have the same wonder about my odometer. Thanks Tim ---- Hoon Kim wrote: ============= I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my roadster. Now I have a few questions. I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a matter of calibrating the speedo? In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is not accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more milage than real milage? Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using the trip meter? Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. Hoon You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 11:18:18 2009 From: Pat Horne To: Hoon Kim Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 12:17:44 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions The speedometer runs off a gear in the transmission. There are different gears for different rear end ratios. I don't know much about them, other than that they can be swapped out with the trans in the car. There may be something in the 311s pages listing which gear is for which rear end. This gear will also affect the odometer. Just to see if the problem is actually in the speedometer, drive at a steady 60 mph and and clock how long it takes to go a mile as shown on the odometer. If it takes 60 seconds, the problem is not with the speedometer Peace, Pat Thusly spake Hoon Kim, On 5/13/2009 11:42 AM: > I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my > roadster. Now I have a few questions. > > I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission > works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very > fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a > matter of calibrating the speedo? > > In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is > not accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more > milage than real milage? > > Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running > smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with > average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using > the trip meter? > > Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. > > Hoon > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as pat@hornesystemstx.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > -- Pat Horne, Owner, Horne Systems (512) 797-7501 Voice 5026 FM 2001 Pat@HorneSystemsTx.com Lockhart, TX 78644-4443 www.hornesystemstx.com -- We support Habitat for Humanity - a hand UP, not a hand OUT -- ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 12:51:56 2009 From: Eddie Wu To: roadsters Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 11:51:30 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Looking for Jeff Silvey Hi, Can someone put me in touch with Jeff Silvey, the guy who drove the '60 SP212 to Solvang this year? -Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 16:43:38 2009 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 22:40:11 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions I was surprised that I couldn't find the speedo drive gear info on 311s.org. However, I did find it in the mail list archives. From 1999: Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pat Horne" To: "Hoon Kim" Cc: "Roadster mailist" Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 10:17:44 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions The speedometer runs off a gear in the transmission. There are different gears for different rear end ratios. I don't know much about them, other than that they can be swapped out with the trans in the car. There may be something in the 311s pages listing which gear is for which rear end. This gear will also affect the odometer. Just to see if the problem is actually in the speedometer, drive at a steady 60 mph and and clock how long it takes to go a mile as shown on the odometer. If it takes 60 seconds, the problem is not with the speedometer Peace, Pat Thusly spake Hoon Kim, On 5/13/2009 11:42 AM: > I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my > roadster. Now I have a few questions. > > I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission > works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very > fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a > matter of calibrating the speedo? > > In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is > not accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more > milage than real milage? > > Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running > smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with > average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using > the trip meter? > > Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. > > Hoon > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as pat@hornesystemstx.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > -- Pat Horne, Owner, Horne Systems (512) 797-7501 Voice 5026 FM 2001 Pat@HorneSystemsTx.com Lockhart, TX 78644-4443 www.hornesystemstx.com -- We support Habitat for Humanity - a hand UP, not a hand OUT -- ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html You are subscribed as ppeters914@comcast.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 13 20:46:20 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Hoon Kim" , "Roadster mailist" Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 21:44:11 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions Hoon, I have a '66 1600 which I bought from the original owner in 1971. The original speedometer went out of calibration -- at 75 mph it read 100. I had it professionally recalibrated, and it slowly went out again. Back when speedos were a lot cheaper, I went through two more new ones. Now I drive by the tach: With my 3.90 rear end and 185/70 R14 tires, 4000 rpm in 4th is about 78 mph. If you have a GPS unit, or can borrow one, which gives speed readings, you can "calibrate" yourself at various engine speeds in various gears. Should be close enough if you're not Speed Racer. Check both Dean's and Dann's websites. I think both have various pinion gears for sale. But don't be surprised if the correct pinion gear does not solve your problem. If anyone out there knows of someone who can calibrate early speedos so they stay in calibration longer than a year or so, I love to hear about them. Gary (219) 322-1923 '66 1600/U20 SPL311-05917 '67 2000 Solex SRL311-00428 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hoon Kim" To: "Roadster mailist" Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 11:42 AM Subject: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions >I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my roadster. >Now I have a few questions. > > I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission > works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very > fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a matter > of calibrating the speedo? > > In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is not > accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more milage > than real milage? > > Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running > smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with > average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using > the trip meter? > > Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. > > Hoon > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 00:15:28 2009 From: Eddie To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 23:11:11 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire place today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff there. He DOES have a 1965 convertible HONDA two seater, which was never sold in the US. (It came from England, and was a right hand drive car.) He has almost 100 motorcycles, and a little under 175 cars. in 65,000 feet of storage and shop space, and he just bought the building next door, because he wants more cars... Pretty amazing some of the stuff he DOES have...it's a rather eclectic and somewhat odd mix of cars in some ways. At the end, I asked about the Datsun Roadster, and his guy who's been with him for decades said "nope, he doesn't have one of those." Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 01:17:44 2009 From: michael poorboy To: , Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 07:14:18 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Hey Eddie, The Socal Roadster guys ran into him on one of their mountain runs years ago. I thought he mentioned he had owned one. Does anyone have the photos that were taken during that run ?? Mike > Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 23:11:11 -0700 > From: eddietude@socal.rr.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors > > I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. > > I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire place > today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff there. > > He DOES have a 1965 convertible HONDA two seater, which was never sold > in the US. (It came from England, and was a right hand drive car.) > > He has almost 100 motorcycles, and a little under 175 cars. in 65,000 > feet of storage and shop space, and he just bought the building next > door, because he wants more cars... Pretty amazing some of the stuff he > DOES have...it's a rather eclectic and somewhat odd mix of cars in some > ways. > > At the end, I asked about the Datsun Roadster, and his guy who's been > with him for decades said "nope, he doesn't have one of those." > > Eddie > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as roadsterx@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria l_WhatsNew1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 04:31:57 2009 From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 03:31:27 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Shasta 2009 That is almost correct. There will be an ice cream social held the evening of Thursday, July 9th. For those who have not had the glorious pleasure of enjoying Keith Williams culinary skills when it comes to the creation of ice cream I would seriously suggest you try to make it there a day or two early. My reservations were made in March, and fortunately included the 9th as my arrival date. My mouth is already watering for some of Keith's wonderful ice cream. Oh yeah, there will be a great bunch of people to meet and chat with as you enjoy your ice cream too. I have received the flyer for the 2009 Shasta meet and will try to get it scanned and onto the Calendar page of the NOWROC web site in the next couple of days for those interested in attending the 25th annual Shasta meet, but are not on the mailing list. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org On 5/6/2009 8:11:02 AM, Pete Peters (ppeters914@comcast.net) wrote: > According to the info on NOWROC , Shasta > 2009 > is July 10 & 11, which is a Friday & a Saturday. > > Is that correct? > > Pete > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 05:15:27 2009 From: Mark Dent To: Eddie Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 07:09:57 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Jay met up with some of the Roadster guys on the Mt Wilson run in 2003, he mentioned at that time that one of his first cars was a 68 1600. There is a video of Jay discussing the Nissan GTR on Jay's garage where he discusses his 1600 in detail. Mark On May 14, 2009, at 2:11 AM, Eddie wrote: > I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. > > I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire > place today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff > there. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 05:19:18 2009 From: Tim To: Eddie , Mark Dent Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 4:19:01 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors I remember seeing this video as well. Tim ---- Mark Dent wrote: ============= Jay met up with some of the Roadster guys on the Mt Wilson run in 2003, he mentioned at that time that one of his first cars was a 68 1600. There is a video of Jay discussing the Nissan GTR on Jay's garage where he discusses his 1600 in detail. Mark On May 14, 2009, at 2:11 AM, Eddie wrote: > I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. > > I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire > place today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff > there. You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 08:16:19 2009 From: Eddie To: Tim Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:38 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Interesting. Well, he does NOT have one now, and the guy who gave the tour who's been with him for decades did say once he gets a car, it's in the collection because Jay hardly ever sells anything. In fact, he just bought the building next door, because the 65,000 square feet of space he already has wasn't enough! Maybe he's planning on getting another one, hence the space... Eddie Tim wrote: > I remember seeing this video as well. > > Tim > > > ---- Mark Dent wrote: > > ============= > Jay met up with some of the Roadster guys on the Mt Wilson run in > 2003, he mentioned at that time that one of his first cars was a 68 > 1600. There is a video of Jay discussing the Nissan GTR on Jay's > garage where he discusses his 1600 in detail. > > > Mark > > > > > On May 14, 2009, at 2:11 AM, Eddie wrote: > > >> I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. >> >> I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire >> place today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff >> there. >> > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 08:21:21 2009 From: Richard Bush To: Eddie , Tim Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 18:22:09 +0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Speaking of Honda's, does anyone know of a source for the old sports cars - the S500, 600 and 800? On 14/5/09 18:15, "Eddie" wrote: > Interesting. Well, he does NOT have one now, and the guy who gave the > tour who's been with him for decades did say once he gets a car, it's in > the collection because Jay hardly ever sells anything. In fact, he just > bought the building next door, because the 65,000 square feet of space > he already has wasn't enough! Maybe he's planning on getting another > one, hence the space... > > Eddie > > > > Tim wrote: >> I remember seeing this video as well. >> >> Tim >> >> >> ---- Mark Dent wrote: >> >> ============= >> Jay met up with some of the Roadster guys on the Mt Wilson run in >> 2003, he mentioned at that time that one of his first cars was a 68 >> 1600. There is a video of Jay discussing the Nissan GTR on Jay's >> garage where he discusses his 1600 in detail. >> >> >> Mark >> >> >> >> >> On May 14, 2009, at 2:11 AM, Eddie wrote: >> >> >>> I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. >>> >>> I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire >>> place today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff >>> there. >>> >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as rabush2000@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- R A Bush P O Box 500003 Dubai, UAE Home tel: 971 4 344 0631 Cell: 971 50 456 4357 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 09:35:36 2009 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'Richard Bush'" Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 11:34:46 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Keep dreaming! Very hard to find parts, much less a whole car. Somewhere out there is a web site that caters to early Hondas on the east coast. They have a classified section. Now if I could only remember where it was. Jay Leno's Honda S600 was on the cover of March Classic Motorsports. Paul Ohio -----Original Message----- From: Richard Bush Speaking of Honda's, does anyone know of a source for the old sports cars - the S500, 600 and 800? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 10:01:08 2009 From: Tom PRATHER To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 08:56:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors Eddie, I was there that day with about seven other guys. Jay was scooting down the mt, saw us congregating in the parking lot, turned around and came up to see us. He did tell us that his first sports car was a Datsun 1600. The pic is of his custom car, I believe it was powered by a 750 MC engine. I don't think the entire car even weighed 1/2 ton! Here's some crude pics. --- On Thu, 5/14/09, michael poorboy wrote: From: michael poorboy Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors To: eddietude@socal.rr.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thursday, May 14, 2009, 12:14 AM Hey Eddie, The Socal Roadster guys ran into him on one of their mountain runs years ago. I thought he mentioned he had owned one. Does anyone have the photos that were taken during that run ?? Mike > Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 23:11:11 -0700 > From: eddietude@socal.rr.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors > > I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. > > I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire place > today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff there. > > He DOES have a 1965 convertible HONDA two seater, which was never sold > in the US. (It came from England, and was a right hand drive car.) > > He has almost 100 motorcycles, and a little under 175 cars. in 65,000 > feet of storage and shop space, and he just bought the building next > door, because he wants more cars... Pretty amazing some of the stuff he > DOES have...it's a rather eclectic and somewhat odd mix of cars in some > ways. > > At the end, I asked about the Datsun Roadster, and his guy who's been > with him for decades said "nope, he doesn't have one of those." > > Eddie > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as roadsterx@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria l_WhatsNew1_052009 You are subscribed as tomet9@sbcglobal.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of scan0001.jpg] ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 10:04:08 2009 From: Andrew Murphy To: , Roadster List Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 09:03:57 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors I was there at the Mt. Wilson Run in 2003 and met Jay Leno in the parking lot at the base of the road running up to the observatory. He had seen all of us going by and he actually turned around to come meet us and to see the cars up close. He was driving a tube frame racer that was really cool. He did say that he owned a 1968 1600 while he was in college and that it was long gone. This was before he had any money and like most college kids who owned sports cars sold it in favor of something a little more sensible. He was not yet in the position to save every car he ever owned. He was a very nice guy and not pretentious at all. Just another Joe sharing his love of cars. Andrew Murphy 1966 1600 SoCalROC > Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 23:11:11 -0700 > From: eddietude@socal.rr.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors > > I've heard the rumor a few times that Jay Leno has a Datsun Roadster. > > I can tell you for a fact, he doesn't. I got to tour the entire place > today, and I'm still speechless. WOW. Some amazing stuff there. > > He DOES have a 1965 convertible HONDA two seater, which was never sold > in the US. (It came from England, and was a right hand drive car.) > > He has almost 100 motorcycles, and a little under 175 cars. in 65,000 > feet of storage and shop space, and he just bought the building next > door, because he wants more cars... Pretty amazing some of the stuff he > DOES have...it's a rather eclectic and somewhat odd mix of cars in some > ways. > > At the end, I asked about the Datsun Roadster, and his guy who's been > with him for decades said "nope, he doesn't have one of those." > > Eddie > _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. goes with you. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Mobile?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial_ Mobile1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 10:33:26 2009 From: Tom PRATHER To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 09:33:09 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2553743420101554748jGkClK ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 10:48:12 2009 From: michael poorboy To: , Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 16:47:57 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns Thanks Tom !!! I remember photos floating around with him in it :) Mike > Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 09:33:09 -0700 > From: tomet9@sbcglobal.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns > > http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2553743420101554748jGkClK > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as roadsterx@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. goes with you. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Mobile?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial_ Mobile1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 12:00:48 2009 From: steven boortz To: michael poorboy , tomet9@sbcglobal.net, Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 10:54:39 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns hi everyone i've seen jay at the rock store on many occasions. it is of course about motorcycles there. but i did have a chance to chat him up once, about his mazda cosmo. he said he loves it and drives it often. he's very approachable, and loves cars (obviously) as much as we do. s 675MIZU ________________________________ From: michael poorboy To: tomet9@sbcglobal.net; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 9:47:57 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns Thanks Tom !!! I remember photos floating around with him in it :) Mike > Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 09:33:09 -0700 > From: tomet9@sbcglobal.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns > > http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2553743420101554748jGkClK > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as roadsterx@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. goes with you. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Mobile?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial_ Mobile1_052009 You are subscribed as vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 13:49:59 2009 From: waynomor@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 15:49:06 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] need trans Need 5 speed transmission in good working order. Also, would be interested in complete running engine 2.0L for SRL311. ?(or bad car with good engine and tranny) W Moore ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 14:48:15 2009 From: jrdmf@aol.com To: aultgc@att.net, hoon@pixar.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 16:47:40 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions There are only two ways to change the calibration on the odometer. The first is to install?bigger or smaller wheels?or tires and the second is to change the pinion gear?in the trans. The direct drive setup dictates?the speed of your cable?and your?odometer?so they?are not capable of increasing or decreasing on their?own. The odometer assemblies?do occasionally fail?but?when that happens?you?are more likely?experience a dead odometer than?you are an erroneous one.?On the other hand,?the pointers on both your?speedo and your tach can and will change?over?time but those changes are brought on by wear and tear that?take years to accumulate so any reputable overhaul should last you a?minimum of?10 years. Hope it helps Jon -----Original Message----- From: Gary and Cindy Ault To: Hoon Kim ; Roadster mailist Sent: Wed, 13 May 2009 7:44 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions Hoon,? ? I have a '66 1600 which I bought from the original owner in 1971. The original speedometer went out of calibration -- at 75 mph it read 100. I had it professionally recalibrated, and it slowly went out again. Back when speedos were a lot cheaper, I went through two more new ones. Now I drive by the tach: With my 3.90 rear end and 185/70 R14 tires, 4000 rpm in 4th is about 78 mph.? ? If you have a GPS unit, or can borrow one, which gives speed readings, you can "calibrate" yourself at various engine speeds in various gears. Should be close enough if you're not Speed Racer.? ? Check both Dean's and Dann's websites. I think both have various pinion gears for sale. But don't be surprised if the correct pinion gear does not solve your problem.? ? If anyone out there knows of someone who can calibrate early speedos so they stay in calibration longer than a year or so, I love to hear about them.? ? Gary? (219) 322-1923? '66 1600/U20 SPL311-05917? '67 2000 Solex SRL311-00428? ? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 19:52:49 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 20:52:15 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. -DCooke Lake in the Hills, IL -----Original Message----- > From: Gary and Cindy Ault > To: Hoon Kim ; Roadster mailist < > datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net> > Sent: Wed, 13 May 2009 7:44 pm > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions > > > > If you have a GPS unit, or can borrow one, which gives speed readings, you > can "calibrate" yourself at various engine speeds in various gears. Should > be close enough if you're not Speed Racer.? > > > Gary? > (219) 322-1923? > '66 1600/U20 SPL311-05917? > '67 2000 Solex SRL311-00428? ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 20:15:40 2009 From: philip erickson To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 19:09:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Rumors (Tom PRATHER) I was there and Tom has pictures to prove it. Anyone remember which car I was driving, its not in the picture. I think it was the yellow one (maybe one of it last outing). Phil ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 20:24:31 2009 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 21:24:02 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration > So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my > roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph > below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. > There's some lag as you speed up and slow down, but I'd run my car to desired indicated speed on the GPS readout, hold it for a few seconds until the speed readout settled down and then note the gear, RPM and speed. FWIW, I use M$ Streets & Trips 2009 with the USB GPS module on a MacBook. I think it was around $70 at either Amazon or Buy.com. You can usually get the software by itself for around $30. Very useful tool for both what we're discussing as well as trip planning, etc, and the display's a heck of a lot easier to read for us old farts. Then again, a suction holder on the windshield doesn't work so well. Ron ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 21:05:24 2009 From: Eddie To: Tom PRATHER Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 20:04:27 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Jay Leno Checking out our Datsuns That red car in the pic Jay has in the collection still... Eddie Tom PRATHER wrote: > http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2553743420101554748jGkClK > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 21:17:21 2009 From: "MH" To: "Pete Peters" , "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 22:11:03 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions Here is the direct link to the speedo drive gear info on 311s.org: http://www.311s.org/pmwiki-311/pmwiki.php?n=TechSection.SpeedoTrannyGears Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pete Peters" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 5:40 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions > I was surprised that I couldn't find the speedo drive gear info on 311s.org. However, I did find it in the mail list archives. From 1999: > > > > > Pete > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Pat Horne" > To: "Hoon Kim" > Cc: "Roadster mailist" > Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 10:17:44 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] New Transmission in, now a few questions > > The speedometer runs off a gear in the transmission. There are different > gears for different rear end ratios. I don't know much about them, other > than that they can be swapped out with the trans in the car. There may > be something in the 311s pages listing which gear is for which rear end. > > This gear will also affect the odometer. > > Just to see if the problem is actually in the speedometer, drive at a > steady 60 mph and and clock how long it takes to go a mile as shown on > the odometer. If it takes 60 seconds, the problem is not with the > speedometer > > Peace, > Pat > > Thusly spake Hoon Kim, On 5/13/2009 11:42 AM: > > I finally got around to getting a working transmission into my > > roadster. Now I have a few questions. > > > > I have a 4 speed tranny for a early 1600. Now that the transmission > > works, my speedo is working again. However it seems to be going very > > fast. If I am traveling at 40 mph, it will say 60 or so. Is this a > > matter of calibrating the speedo? > > > > In that same regard, my trip meter is working again. If the speedo is > > not accurate, then would the trip meter/odometer also clock in more > > milage than real milage? > > > > Last question, since my gas gauge doesn't work, if things were running > > smoothly (which they are) how many miles should I be able to go with > > average city milage on a full tank before I should fill up again using > > the trip meter? > > > > Thanks again to the wonderful collective wisdom. > > > > Hoon > > ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 22:00:33 2009 From: Tim To: Dave Cooke Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 0:00:02 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration About seven or so years ago I was cruising down I94 from Minneapolis (leaving a trade show with another computer geek riding shotgun) to Madison on my way home from the trade show. My passenger had his laptop out and was running (his new toy) newly installed GPS software. I was driving (at the time) a company owned late model GMC passenger van. My cruise control was set at around 75 mph. According to the GPS software running on the laptop, I was running 72/73 mph. I would call that fairly accurate. Tim ---- Dave Cooke wrote: ============= So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. -DCooke Lake in the Hills, IL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 22:00:46 2009 From: Tim To: Dave Cooke Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 21:00:23 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration About seven or so years ago I was cruising down I94 from Minneapolis (leaving a trade show with another computer geek riding shotgun) to Madison on my way home from the trade show. My passenger had his laptop out and was running (his new toy) newly installed GPS software. I was driving (at the time) a company owned late model GMC passenger van. My cruise control was set at around 75 mph. According to the GPS software running on the laptop, I was running 72/73 mph. I would call that fairly accurate. Tim ---- Dave Cooke wrote: ============= So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. -DCooke Lake in the Hills, IL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 22:30:27 2009 From: "Tom Hendricksen" To: "Datsun Roadster List" , Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 21:29:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration The speedometers in the two GMC Denali's we use in a towncar service give about the same readings when compared to the laptop GPS. As far as I know the GPS reading is very accurate, and I have used them o figure out how far above actual speed my roadster speedo reads. 80 on the speedo is about 70 on the road. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org On 5/14/2009 9:00:02 PM, Tim (tputland@charter.net) wrote: > About seven or so years ago I was cruising down I94 from Minneapolis > (leaving a trade show with another computer geek riding shotgun) to > Madison on my way home from the trade show. My passenger had his laptop out > and was running (his new toy) newly installed GPS software. I was driving > (at the time) a company owned late model GMC passenger van. My cruise > control was set at around 75 mph. According to the GPS software running on > the laptop, I was running 72/73 mph. > > I would call that fairly accurate. > > Tim > > > ---- Dave Cooke wrote: > > ============= > So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my > roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph > below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. > > > -DCooke > Lake in the Hills, IL > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 14 22:34:44 2009 From: fairladyracing@comcast.net To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 04:34:36 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Anyone from the San Diego area coming to Shasta Hi: I am looking for anyone in the San Diego area that is coming to Shasta this year that would have room to bring a Kart engine with them. The engine weighs about 30-35 pounds, and has a few accessories with it. General shape is about 18x18x12 inches. I can send pictures to anyone that has any questions. The engine is paid for, but the owner is not comfortable with shipping prep. Thanks Dan & Susan Portland ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 04:52:00 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 06:51:17 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration I use an HP iPaq PocketPC GSM phone with integral GPS that is similarly accurate, though typically indicating speed and position deviations when driving in heavy truck traffic, I'm guessing that's due to multipath reflections. On a recent trip I set the overspeed alert to 80 mph -- a bit above surrounding traffic speed. On arriving at the airport, I tossed it into my briefcase. All was well until the takeoff roll. Forgetting that I had left the GPS function on, at about (surprise) 70 knots (80 mph) the overspeed alert started blaring -- and I started apologizing. - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex Tim wrote: > About seven or so years ago I was cruising down I94 from Minneapolis (leaving a trade show with another computer geek riding shotgun) to Madison on my way home from the trade show. My passenger had his laptop out and was running (his new toy) newly installed GPS software. I was driving (at the time) a company owned late model GMC passenger van. My cruise control was set at around 75 mph. According to the GPS software running on the laptop, I was running 72/73 mph. > > I would call that fairly accurate. > > Tim > > > ---- Dave Cooke wrote: > > ============= > So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my > roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph > below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. > > > -DCooke > Lake in the Hills, IL > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as rwm@rwmann.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- R.W. Mann & Company, Inc. >> Airline Industry Analysis Port Washington, NY 11050 >> tel 516-944-0900, fax -7280 mailto:info@RWMann.com >> URL http://www.RWMann.com/ This e-mail is for the designated recipient only and may contain privileged or confidential information. If you have received it in error, please notify the above sender immediately then delete the original e-mail. Any other use of this e-mail is prohibited. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 08:15:11 2009 From: chalsted@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 14:09:59 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Roadster? B Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This crazy bastard is all 3. Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a friend, a professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart ofB Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons to 10 minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was unable to obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him running real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong way up real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first time, Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, and the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B Turn on your sound and enjoy... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 10:24:08 2009 From: "Gregory S. Morrison" To: chalsted , Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 09:23:27 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun When the pounding heartbeat in the tunnel gives way to the screaming V-12..... ...does anybody have a cigarette? And I don't smoke! WATCH THIS MOVIE! It's called Rendezvous. Absolutely amazing. You'll watch it again and again. -Greg SRL31100494 On 5/15/09 7:09 AM, "chalsted@comcast.net" wrote: > B > > Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This crazy > bastard is all 3. > Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! > > > > > > > > > On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a > gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a friend, a > professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart ofB > Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons to 10 > minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the > Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was unable to > obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, > reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him running > real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong way up > real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first time, > Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, and > the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a > classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B Turn on > your sound and enjoy... > > > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as gsm@gregorysmorrison.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 10:30:02 2009 From: steven boortz To: roadsters Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 09:26:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] (no subject) happy birthday graeme! ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 10:30:34 2009 From: Leonard Sprague To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 12:29:03 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Roadster? Personally, I prefer Nissan's short film "The Run" featuring the 350z. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj4tEF5jvmk back to lurk mode... -Lenny Sprague 1969 SPL311-25453 (VG30E) http://www.lennyandjulie.com/datsun/ -- Leonard Sprague President, J and M Contractors (352) 262-4788 www.JandMContractors.com/sprague.shtml chalsted@comcast.net wrote: > Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This crazy > bastard is all 3. > Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! > > > On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a > gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a friend, a > professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart ofB > Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons to 10 > minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the > Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was unable to > obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, > reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him running > real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong way up > real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first time, > Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, and > the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a > classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B Turn on > your sound and enjoy... > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 10:39:13 2009 From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 09:39:20 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] SHASTA FLYER POSTED ON NOWROC.ORG I have posted the 2009 Shasta meet flyer and registration forms on the EVENTS page of the NOWROC web page. http://www.nowroc.org/events/ Register early and lets try to make the 25th annual gathering a special event this year. If your car is not pretty, bring it anyway. Mr. Hyde is the ugly duckling of the group, he is going, and I would appreciate someone making him look a little better :-) Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 11:15:07 2009 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 17:13:54 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] SHASTA FLYER POSTED ON NOWROC.ORG Much appreciated, Tom. If I can make it, My Hyde will have serious competition for the Ugly Duckling award. Btw, I'm thinking the Iron Bottom 2008 event notice could go bye-bye. Pete "ignore pretty...just make it run" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 9:39:20 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [Roadsters] SHASTA FLYER POSTED ON NOWROC.ORG I have posted the 2009 Shasta meet flyer and registration forms on the EVENTS page of the NOWROC web page. http://www.nowroc.org/events/ Register early and lets try to make the 25th annual gathering a special event this year. If your car is not pretty, bring it anyway. Mr. Hyde is the ugly duckling of the group, he is going, and I would appreciate someone making him look a little better :-) Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html You are subscribed as ppeters914@comcast.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 11:39:24 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 13:37:47 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun The comments claim it was a Mercedes and that the audio was dubbed. Maybe a racer would know. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Gregory S. Morrison To: chalsted ; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Fri, 15 May 2009 9:23 am Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Roadster? When the pounding heartbeat in the tunnel gives way to the screaming V-12..... ...does anybody have a cigarette? And I don't smoke! WATCH THIS MOVIE! It's called Rendezvous. Absolutely amazing. You'll watch it again and again. -Greg SRL31100494 On 5/15/09 7:09 AM, "chalsted@comcast.net" wrote: > B > > Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This crazy > bastard is all 3. > Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! > > > > > > > > > On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a > gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a friend, a > professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart ofB > Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons to 10 > minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the > Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was unable to > obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, > reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him running > real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong way up > real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first time, > Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, and > the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a > classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B Turn on > your sound and enjoy... > > > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as gsm@gregorysmorrison.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as ljordan704@netscape.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 11:47:37 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 13:47:12 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Roadster? The dynamics don't make any match up with the audio, nor do they make visual sense with the claimed speeds. Note the rate of overtaking of cars and roadside objects and fly-by pigeons versus the sound track pitch increase and gear changes. I'll guess Citroen or Renault and a post-production audio mixer. - Bob ljordan704@netscape.net wrote: > The comments claim it was a Mercedes and that the audio was dubbed. > Maybe a racer would know. > Linda > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Gregory S. Morrison > To: chalsted ; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Sent: Fri, 15 May 2009 9:23 am > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Roadster? > > > > > > > > > > > When the pounding heartbeat in the tunnel gives way to the screaming > V-12..... > > ...does anybody have a cigarette? And I don't smoke! > > WATCH THIS MOVIE! It's called Rendezvous. Absolutely amazing. You'll watch > it again and again. > > -Greg > SRL31100494 > > > On 5/15/09 7:09 AM, "chalsted@comcast.net" wrote: > > >> B >> >> Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This crazy >> bastard is all 3. >> Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a >> gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a friend, a >> professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart ofB >> Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons to 10 >> minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the >> Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was unable to >> obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, >> reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him running >> real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong way up >> real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first time, >> Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, and >> the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a >> classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B Turn on >> your sound and enjoy... >> >> >> >> >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 12:00:19 2009 From: Bill Oakes To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 12:58:09 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun Some may remember that Nissan did a take-off on this when they release the 350z, pretty slick: http://video.yahoo.com/watch/933312/3664676 On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 12:47 PM, RWM (Out of the Office) wrote: > The dynamics don't make any match up with the audio, nor do they make > visual sense with the claimed speeds. > Note the rate of overtaking of cars and roadside objects and fly-by pigeons > versus the sound track pitch increase and gear changes. > > I'll guess Citroen or Renault and a post-production audio mixer. > > - Bob > > > ljordan704@netscape.net wrote: > >> The comments claim it was a Mercedes and that the audio was dubbed. >> Maybe a racer would know. >> Linda >> >> >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Gregory S. Morrison >> To: chalsted ; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Sent: Fri, 15 May 2009 9:23 am >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fwd: Paris by Auto- can you spot the Datsun >> Roadster? >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> When the pounding heartbeat in the tunnel gives way to the screaming >> V-12..... >> >> ...does anybody have a cigarette? And I don't smoke! >> >> WATCH THIS MOVIE! It's called Rendezvous. Absolutely amazing. You'll watch >> it again and again. >> >> -Greg >> SRL31100494 >> >> >> On 5/15/09 7:09 AM, "chalsted@comcast.net" wrote: >> >> >> >>> B >>> Is it better to be skillful, lucky or just blissfully insane???B This >>> crazy >>> bastard is all 3. >>> Turn the sound up---the Ferrari's engine sounds fantastic! >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On an August morning in 1978, French filmmaker Claude Lelouch mounted a >>> gyro-stabilized camera to the bumper of a Ferrari 275 GTB and had a >>> friend, a >>> professional Formula 1 racer, drive at breakneck speed through the heart >>> ofB >>> Paris early in the morning . The film was limited for technical reasons >>> to 10 >>> minutes; the course was from PorteB Dauphine, through the Louvre, to the >>> Basilica of Sacre Coeur. B No streets were closed, for Lelouch was >>> unable to >>> obtain a permit. B The driver completed the course in about 9 minutes, >>> reaching nearly 140 MPH in some stretches. The footage reveals him >>> running >>> real red lights, nearly hitting real pedestrians, and driving the wrong >>> way up >>> real one-way streets. B Upon showing the film in public for the first >>> time, >>> Lelouch was arrested. He has never revealed the identity of the driver, >>> and >>> the film went underground.B If you haven ' t seen this before it is a >>> classic, if you have seen it I apologize, but it ' s still a classic.B >>> Turn on >>> your sound and enjoy... >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqHrCLt3Geo >>> >> ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as boakes@gmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 15 14:34:12 2009 From: Kerry Dehmel To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 13:33:43 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration I have an excel spreed sheet that you enter your gear ratio and wheel size info and it tells you you rpm and your speed. I know that we can't attach a file on the list so email me off list and I will send it to you. Kerry Dehmel Fresno, CA 1976.5 Datsun Roadster -- 1600 Blue 1967.5 Datsun Roadster -- 1600 Emerald green 2006 Corvette Coupe-- Montery red ________________________________ From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 7:24:02 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] GPS speedo calibration > So, how accurate is a GPS at displaying actual speed? I calibrated my > roadster speedo to my GPS & it showed I was consistently at least 5 mph > below at low speeds & 8-10mph below at highway speeds. > There's some lag as you speed up and slow down, but I'd run my car to desired indicated speed on the GPS readout, hold it for a few seconds until the speed readout settled down and then note the gear, RPM and speed. FWIW, I use M$ Streets & Trips 2009 with the USB GPS module on a MacBook. I think it was around $70 at either Amazon or Buy.com. You can usually get the software by itself for around $30. Very useful tool for both what we're discussing as well as trip planning, etc, and the display's a heck of a lot easier to read for us old farts. Then again, a suction holder on the windshield doesn't work so well. Ron You are subscribed as datsun67vette06@sbcglobal.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 16 05:48:10 2009 From: Keith0alan@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 16 May 2009 07:45:31 EDT Subject: [Roadsters] Fwd: Radio Blues No More Hello all, Dad had a good time fixing Pattie's radio and is willing to do a few more. So everyone understands what he is offering here is the email he sent me. I have a couple horizontal ones from the 66-67 cars for parts. keith williams ccfcccs _http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org_ (http://www.clarkcountyferalcats.org/) bIf Not Us, Then Who? If Not Now, Then When?b ____________________________________ From: W7mbj To: Keith0alan Sent: 5/15/2009 1:55:06 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time Subj: Re: [Roadsters] Radio Blues No More Hi Keith, Just got this email after we got home from the trip. I would be willing to take on a limited number of the old auto radios, but I am not looking to start a business. Also just make sure everyone understands what I do is not "Rebuilds" or "Restorations", All I will attempt to do is clean them up a bit and make them "play." Common discrete components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, etc; typically are easy to find. Most transformers, coils, and tuning mechanisms are virtually impossible to find as they were usually custom made for the individual manufactures. Volume controls and switches also were usually custom made but often a modern part can be adapted. Original style knobs are also a problem, but knobs that are functional are relative easy to make with a little lathe work. I will do what I can with what is available as far as replacement parts are concerned, just beware that every attempt will not end as a success story. Also any documentation such as schematics or alignment procedures would be welcome. See you when you get home, Dad **************An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1222377005x1201454319/aol?redir=http ://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd=May Excfooter51609NO62) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 17 19:20:22 2009 From: dansummers@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 01:19:15 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] First try at startup fails . I was given a 1969 2000 a couple years ago. I have followed the instructions from the 311s.org Start-up after sitting for a long time, except for the brakes (that's what caused it to be parked in the first place).It turns over just fine but does not start. It seems to be getting gas but no spark. I checked for power to the coil and there is none when the key is turned on. I am guessing I will need a new ignition switch. Is there an easy test for the switch. Is there any safe way to start the car bypassing the ignition switch. Is there a way to test the coil? Dan ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 17 19:41:41 2009 From: Eddie To: dansummers@comcast.net Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 18:41:24 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] First try at startup fails . To bypass the coil, just run a line from the battery directly to the coil. That's fine for running the car in the garage, just make sure you can yank it off easily to shut the car down if there's a problem... dansummers@comcast.net wrote: > I was given a 1969 2000 a couple years ago. I have followed the instructions from the 311s.org Start-up after sitting for a long time, except for the brakes (that's what caused it to be parked in the first place).It turns over just fine but does not start. It seems to be getting gas but no spark. I checked for power to the coil and there is none when the key is turned on. I am guessing I will need a new ignition switch. Is there an easy test for the switch. Is there any safe way to start the car bypassing the ignition switch. Is there a way to test the coil? > > > Dan > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 17 20:06:14 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: , Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 21:06:05 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] First try at startup fails . Dan, First check to see whether there is power at the ignition switch terminal which feeds the coil when the switch is in the "on" position. If there is no power there, I guess I'd conclude the switch is the culprit. If there is power at the coil terminal on the switch, check "upstream" of the ballast resistor, and downstream of the resistor. Power upstream but none downstream means the resistor has failed. It is not safe to do this to drive the car, because you would not be able to shut off the engine, but if the ballast resistor is all right, and you have concluded the ignition switch is the culprit, you can put a jumper from the battery to the upstream side of the ballast resistor. Pull of the plug wires then crank the car to check for spark. You can do a preliminary check of the coil with a continuity tester or ohmmeter. I don't know what the resistance values should be, but I think the secondary side (center terminal to body) should be zero or close. I suspect the primary windings (between "+" and "-" spade terminals) should also be zero or near zero. An "open" in either the primary or secondary means the coil is bad. Let's see what the rest of the list has to say, particularly about coil tests. Gary ---- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Sunday, May 17, 2009 8:19 PM Subject: [Roadsters] First try at startup fails . >I was given a 1969 2000 a couple years ago. I have followed the >instructions from the 311s.org Start-up after sitting for a long time, >except for the brakes (that's what caused it to be parked in the first >place).It turns over just fine but does not start. It seems to be getting >gas but no spark. I checked for power to the coil and there is none when >the key is turned on. I am guessing I will need a new ignition switch. Is >there an easy test for the switch. Is there any safe way to start the car >bypassing the ignition switch. Is there a way to test the coil? > > > Dan > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon May 18 15:56:03 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 16:55:42 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Priceless 1 bottle of carb cleaner = $2.49 1 new jet needle = $14.95 Keith Williams carb adjustment worksheet = free The big grin on my face as I'm flying down the street = priceless While cleaning all the carb dome & piston parts I noticed the rear carb jet nozzle was stuck in choke mode, even though the choke knob was not pulled out. Upon closer inspection, it seems that the PO had improperly set the choke cable tension on the rear carb too tight leaving it in constant choke mode. Easy fix, but the rear choke cable seems to be not working at all when you pull the choke knob, the front choke cable works fine.... I'll have to replace that later. This was my 2nd time at adjusting the carbs, and with the choke fix, new jet needle & a good cleaning, I was shocked to see what a dramatic improvement this made on the cars performance, acceleration was quick & smooth and it never flattened out on high RPM, seemed like it really wanted to go faster...and when it settled down to idle, that was smooth too...Woo Hoo, not that's how a sports card should drive! Dave Cooke 69 1600 Lake in the Hills, IL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 19 16:03:11 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Tue, 19 May 2009 14:57:30 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Rust Remover Just tried this on some small parts and it works fully as advertised! Nothing left but clean bare steel. http://www.evaporust.com/evaporust.html Cheers Daryl ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 19 16:42:48 2009 From: "oliver" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Tue, 19 May 2009 17:30:50 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover i use this stuff too. it also takes off paint. does not remove 30 years of water deposits from old thermostats ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 4:57 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Rust Remover ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 08:06:47 2009 From: Tim To: Daryl Smith , Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 7:00:50 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover Is this stuff available in a store or only online like POR15? Thanks Tim ---- Daryl Smith wrote: ============= Just tried this on some small parts and it works fully as advertised! Nothing left but clean bare steel. http://www.evaporust.com/evaporust.html Cheers Daryl You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 08:28:04 2009 From: "oliver" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 09:27:41 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] evaporust or how about this: http://www.nebraskanhotrod.com/cart.php?target=product&sns_mode=featured_prod uct&product_id=9&category_id=1 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 08:57:21 2009 From: "Lee Ehinger" To: Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 10:56:58 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] test - is this working? Not getting my daily ingestion ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 11:36:23 2009 From: "barterdude" To: Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 11:33:08 -0600 Subject: [Roadsters] ignition switch Last night my son's car died in the middle of the road. We were able to determine what seems to be a "short" in the ignition switch. We banged on the column and got it running, then it shorted out. Any suggestions of if this is repairable or has to be replaced? Cheers -- Gary Lasater ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 11:51:48 2009 From: Gary and Cindy Ault To: Lee Ehinger , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 10:49:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] test - is this working? Not getting my daily Sorry, no, it's not. ;-) ________________________________ From: Lee Ehinger To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 9:56:58 AM Subject: [Roadsters] test - is this working? Not getting my daily ingestion of rdstr related stuff.... ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 12:24:12 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Tim , Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 11:04:32 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover This page might help: http://www.evaporust.com/distributor.html ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim" To: "Daryl Smith" ; "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 7:00 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover > Is this stuff available in a store or only online like POR15? > > Thanks > > Tim ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 12:53:07 2009 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 13:52:32 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] ignition switch > Gary Lasater > Last night my son's car died in the middle of the road. B We were able to > determine what seems to be a "short" in the ignition switch. B We banged on > the column and got it running, then it shorted out. B Any suggestions of if > this is repairable or has to be replaced? > Not an easy situation to diagnose remotely. Sounds more like an intermittent "open" than a short, but It could be a chaffed wire that sometimes shorts to ground, then doesn't, etc. But if something's shorting to ground it should probably be blowing fuses. The only way you'll know if the problem is in the wiring or in the switch is a visual inspection followed by a test with a volt/ohm meter. If you use test leads on the switch with the switch in the "On/run" position and it shows continuity, but when you wiggle the switch the circuit goes open, then you'll need to fix or more probably replace the switch. HTH, Ron ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 16:53:13 2009 From: hmm_88@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 22:47:26 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover Also available on EBAY Auction #170128633802 AB Buy-it-now or Best Offer. They took my $15.00 offer = $10 Shipping. Harry Moore Red '64 1500 "UJA" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daryl Smith" To: "Tim" , "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 11:04:32 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover This page might help: http://www.evaporust.com/distributor.html ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim" To: "Daryl Smith" ; "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 7:00 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover > Is this stuff available in a store or only online like POR15? > > Thanks > > Tim Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 20 21:38:01 2009 From: Patti Dwinell To: Daryl Smith Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 20:31:16 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Rust Remover I use EvapoRust quite often and love it! I get mine at Autozone. They only carry it in the quart size, however. Patti ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 21 20:55:22 2009 From: Toby B To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 19:54:37 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters dying > Last night my son's car died in the middle of the road. B We were able to > determine what seems to be a "short" in the ignition switch. B We banged on > the column and got it running, then it shorted out. B Any suggestions of if > this is repairable or has to be replaced? > My '68 has this symptom- if you return it just a bit from the 'start' position, it runs again. The ignition circuit must have a small gap between 'start' and 'run', and the detents aren't quite lined up with the contacts. I keep meaning to fix it, but it's more of a feature now than a fault... Toby Seattle ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 07:19:17 2009 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 07:58:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Broken bolts Last year I replaced my alternator with a GM and located it in the upper right position on the engine. I purchased a Datsun mounting bracket (smog pump I think) and attached the new alternator. The lower bracket is tapped with 3/8-16 thread and the upper is 5/16-18. Im using grade 8 bolts for both fasteners. In order to align the alternator with the engine pulley I made two spacers. The lower position spacer is = long and upper is 2-1/2  long. I since the installation last summer I have broken one upper 5/16-18 bolt and two 3/8-16 bolts. All three broke clean two to three threads from the bottom of the thread. When the alternator is properly installed the alignment with the engine pulley looks correct and nothing looks out of place. Im confused as to what is causing the shearing action on the hardened bolts. Has anyone seen this situation or may have a solution? Steve P.S. Remember a Vet this weekend ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 07:48:40 2009 From: Gary McCormick To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Toby B Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 06:27:26 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters dying Sounds like that old joke about Microsoft - "It's not a bug, it's a feature!" ;^) Gary McCormick San Jose --- On Thu, 5/21/09, Toby B wrote: My '68 has this symptom- if you return it just a bit from the 'start' position, it runs again. The ignition circuit must have a small gap between 'start' and 'run', and the detents aren't quite lined up with the contacts. I keep meaning to fix it, but it's more of a feature now than a fault... Toby Seattle ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 14:22:27 2009 From: "hallosb@juno.com" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 19:55:09 GMT Subject: [Roadsters] OT: Jay Leno and S600 There's a "My Classic Car" episode with Jay Leno driving his Honda S600. In the interview, Jay tells the host that he feels Japanese classics are going to be more collectable. So, you might take that as Roadster content. Jay's my kind of car guy. He likes everything. I take some grief from time to time on the roadster but, I couldn't care less. I'll keep my roadster and my old Chevy's. I love 'em all. Dan McHatton '66 1600 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Jay Leno's Honda S600 was on the cover of March Classic Motorsports. Paul Ohio ____________________________________________________________ Reduce your business expense. Click here to find products for your small business. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/fc/BLSrjnsHcQYAPqOZEtyrG7M5zQrxiYTt4 8JZ5uCO6AEzsJZES9jcKxhGJnq/ ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 15:04:31 2009 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 15:42:36 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Broken alt bolts Steve, I am a little disoriented by your description, and for some reason (maybe my own system) your measurements got turned into characters. << The lower position spacer is = long and upper is 2-1/2  long. >> Lower bracket = heavy casting bolted to block Upperbracket is the triangular steel plate that bolts to the timing cover (uh-oh, Steve might have a 1600) The alignment looks correct, but are you getting much movement when the engine revs? Even with grade 8s, if the bolt is loaded in bending, and being cycled with the engine revs, that bolt section is going to get hot from all the working, and any imperfection is going to grow, and it'll break. Can you post a picture of your set-up, or point to a similar pic (maybe one of the ones on 311s.org) Fergus O, 69 2000 Los Alamitos, CA ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 15:21:26 2009 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 15:59:38 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? As you know I am of the "low budget" driver variety, and since a re-paint is somewhere in my not too distant future, I am looking for recommendations of any sort of how-to / reference book for the use of hammers / dollies for home body work. I am already adept at Bondo (makes a good fiberglass mold repair material), but have the "typical" ripples in the tops of fenders, rear bumper areas where the rubber caps have pushed into the rear fenders. The few medium / big jobs will be the 1. front of the fenders adjacent to the apron, where the car was obviously crashed and banged out. The grille opening is a bit wonky, (the Ford F-150 grille is so glaringly out-of-place that no one notices the ripply frame around it...) the seam below it obviously already been filled. With the headlite contents removed, you can see some daylite thru the bucket on one side. 2. the front fenders are spot-welded to the car..... Yep, obviously hiding some rust demons there, and have gone over the pics of Marc Tyler's (sp?) repair / refab of this area 3. fill the mirror holes in the doors 4. have to have someone weld the top fo the driver door skin back onto the jamb, it has a crack ~1-2" long coming from the window slot, on the latch end Thanks for the recommendations, Fergus O, 69 2000 ("and comin' apart at the se-ams") ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 16:06:45 2009 From: Tim To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" , Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 14:45:07 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? I got a copy of "Metal Bumping" from Eastwood. It is pretty informative and I think was once used as a text book somewhere. Anyone else? Tim ---- "O'Farrell wrote: ============= As you know I am of the "low budget" driver variety, and since a re-paint is somewhere in my not too distant future, I am looking for recommendations of any sort of how-to / reference book for the use of hammers / dollies for home body work. I am already adept at Bondo (makes a good fiberglass mold repair material), but have the "typical" ripples in the tops of fenders, rear bumper areas where the rubber caps have pushed into the rear fenders. The few medium / big jobs will be the 1. front of the fenders adjacent to the apron, where the car was obviously crashed and banged out. The grille opening is a bit wonky, (the Ford F-150 grille is so glaringly out-of-place that no one notices the ripply frame around it...) the seam below it obviously already been filled. With the headlite contents removed, you can see some daylite thru the bucket on one side. 2. the front fenders are spot-welded to the car..... Yep, obviously hiding some rust demons there, and have gone over the pics of Marc Tyler's (sp?) repair / refab of this area 3. fill the mirror holes in the doors 4. have to have someone weld the top fo the driver door skin back onto the jamb, it has a crack ~1-2" long coming from the window slot, on the latch end Thanks for the recommendations, Fergus O, 69 2000 ("and comin' apart at the se-ams") You are subscribed as tputland@charter.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 16:07:12 2009 From: "dave" To: "'Steve Harvey'" , Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 17:48:27 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Broken bolts Steve, if the car is a late model, you could put the alternator right back on the drivers side, it fits well. No spacers. As long as it's not a vibration issue with the alternator itself, it should work. Dave Brisco ECR -----Original Message----- From: Steve Harvey [mailto:stebharvey@ameritech.net] Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 8:59 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Broken bolts Last year I replaced my alternator with a GM and located it in the upper right position on the engine. I purchased a Datsun mounting bracket (smog pump I think) and attached the new alternator. The lower bracket is tapped with 3/8-16 thread and the upper is 5/16-18. Im using grade 8 bolts for both fasteners. In order to align the alternator with the engine pulley I made two spacers. The lower position spacer is = long and upper is 2-1/2  long. I since the installation last summer I have broken one upper 5/16-18 bolt and two 3/8-16 bolts. All three broke clean two to three threads from the bottom of the thread. When the alternator is properly installed the alignment with the engine pulley looks correct and nothing looks out of place. Im confused as to what is causing the shearing action on the hardened bolts. Has anyone seen this situation or may have a solution? Steve P.S. Remember a Vet this weekend ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 18:55:33 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: BRAD MORROW Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 19:31:25 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Priceless *Brad, I pulled the carb adjustment worksheet off the 311s.org website. They have a tech tips section & I just followed the instructions for adjusting the carbs. It was fairly straight forward, I just took it slow. You will need a timing light to check your timing, I also used an inexpensive engine diagnostic meter to more accurately read the RPM's, and you have to buy the UNI-SYN carb flow device to balance your carbs. I've balanced my carbs twice in the last 3 weeks, the first time took the longest as getting the synchronization with the dogbones takes a bit of time. The 2nd time was after I cleaned the carbs real good & replaced a bent jet needle, but once I did the 2nd carb adjustment, it ran awesome. I just had my mechanic adjust my valves today, so I'll be re-adjusting the carbs one last time this weekend to dial it in perfect...it's really not that hard, and definatley rewarding to see the results. Here's the link to the carb worksheet... http://www.311s.org/pmwiki-311/pmwiki.php?n=TechSection.KeithsNewSuTech Good Luck! -Dave Cooke enjoying the ride in northern Illinois * On Wed, May 20, 2009 at 6:46 PM, BRAD MORROW wrote: > What is the adjustment worksheet? Can you send me a copy? I'm trying to > learn how to work on my roadster.... > > ----- Original Message ----- > *From:* Dave Cooke > *To:* datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > *Sent:* Monday, May 18, 2009 5:55 PM > *Subject:* [Roadsters] Priceless > > 1 bottle of carb cleaner = $2.49 > 1 new jet needle = $14.95 > Keith Williams carb adjustment worksheet = free > The big grin on my face as I'm flying down the street = priceless > > > While cleaning all the carb dome & piston parts I noticed the rear > carb > jet nozzle was stuck in choke mode, even though the choke knob was not > pulled out. Upon closer inspection, it seems that the PO had improperly set > the choke cable tension on the rear carb too tight leaving it in constant > choke mode. Easy fix, but the rear choke cable seems to be not working at > all when you pull the choke knob, the front choke cable works fine.... I'll > have to replace that later. > This was my 2nd time at adjusting the carbs, and with the choke fix, > new jet needle & a good cleaning, I was shocked to see what a dramatic > improvement this made on the cars performance, acceleration was quick & > smooth and it never flattened out on high RPM, seemed like it really wanted > to go faster...and when it settled down to idle, that was smooth too...Woo > Hoo, not that's how a sports card should drive! > > > Dave Cooke > 69 1600 > Lake in the Hills, IL > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as tumorrow@msn.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > > -- D.Cooke www.cookefamilyweb.com ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 19:22:56 2009 From: "Larry Braddock" To: Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 17:56:27 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] broken bolts I've had similar experiences with grade 8 bolts in other applications. The deal with hardened bolts is, yes they're harder, but more brittle, analogous to cast iron. Hardened bolts will not flex or bend at all. Only break.They have their applications, but this isn't one of them. Larry Braddock ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 19:57:27 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Steve Harvey" , Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 20:28:20 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Broken bolts Steve, Define "lower bracket" and "upper bracket". If you are referring to hole tapped into the block, they are almost certainly metric, M10x1.5, I think. I recently pulled the alternator mounting bracket off my '67-1/2 2000 to install the correct brace which attaches to the timing case. The PO had installed, I think, 5/16 x something SAE bolts, which fit ALMOST correctly. Two of the three bolts threaded in and out with no problems. What tipped me to the issue was slight damage to the ends of the threads on one of the bolts. Measured the bolts, and found they were SAE instead of metric. Pulled a bolt from my other car, which I know to be correct, and -- M10x1.5. Replaced all three bolts. If you want to wait until out June Mississippi River Run, we can check it then. Otherwise, send further information. Photos would help. Your issue is why I will not even consider replacing stock alternator with something else. I now have a couple of spares, one working, one not. If I can get the non-working one rebuilt, I will be REAL hard to convince to do anything different. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Steve Harvey" To: Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 7:58 AM Subject: [Roadsters] Broken bolts > Last year I replaced my alternator with a GM and located it in the upper > right position on the engine. I purchased a Datsun mounting bracket (smog > pump I think) and attached the new alternator. The lower bracket is tapped > with 3/8-16 thread and the upper is 5/16-18. Im using grade 8 bolts for > both fasteners. In order to align the alternator with the engine pulley I > made two spacers. The lower position spacer is = long and upper is 2-1/2  > long. I since the installation last summer I have broken one upper 5/16-18 > bolt and two 3/8-16 bolts. All three broke clean two to three threads from > the bottom of the thread. When the alternator is properly installed the > alignment with the engine pulley looks correct and nothing looks out of > place. Im confused as to what is causing the shearing action on the > hardened bolts. Has anyone seen this situation or may have a solution? > > > > Steve > > P.S. Remember a Vet this weekend > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 22:10:12 2009 From: Eddie To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 20:51:18 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... Hi all, I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover that is identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except one. It does NOT have a hole for the breather tube! There is a round circle where it normally goes, but no hole, and it looks original, not like it was welded shut or anything. Anyone ever seen that before? Just curious. Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to the air cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap type thing on it that prevents oil from leaking out but allows air in and out? Thoughts? Thanks. Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 22:38:53 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Eddie" , "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 23:15:43 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... Eddie, Early cars had a road draft tube which vented the oil space in the block to the road. The block had a connection for the tube. You probably have an early valve cover/block. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 10:51 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... > Hi all, > > I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover that is > identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except one. It does NOT have > a hole for the breather tube! There is a round circle where it normally > goes, but no hole, and it looks original, not like it was welded shut or > anything. > > Anyone ever seen that before? > > Just curious. > > Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to the air > cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap type thing on it that > prevents oil from leaking out but allows air in and out? > Thoughts? > Thanks. > > Eddie > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 22 22:39:21 2009 From: Ruth Primmer To: Eddie Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 14:20:58 +1000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... The roadsters that were sold everywhere-else-in-the-world didn't have to have the stupid anti-smog stuff that you guys have to have, so they came with a blank where the breather goes. So this is normal. On the breather tube thing, I don't know what the regulations are like there, but like I said, we don't have to have them so we don't. As far as I know Aus and Jap sporties don't run any worse than US ones! Hope this helps. Ruth Eddie wrote: > Hi all, > > I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover that is > identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except one. It does NOT > have a hole for the breather tube! There is a round circle where it > normally goes, but no hole, and it looks original, not like it was > welded shut or anything. > > Anyone ever seen that before? > > Just curious. > > Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to the air > cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap type thing on it that > prevents oil from leaking out but allows air in and out? > Thoughts? > Thanks. > > Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 07:23:57 2009 From: Mike Harper To: Datsun Roadster List , Eddie Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 06:03:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... I have the same valve cover on my early Iron Head 1600 (Engine # R 1291 I think) It is original. The breather tube runs from a tower at my oil filler cap, and serves the same purpose. Someone told me that these valve covers were on the 1500 engine, but obviously they had a bunch left and used them on early 1600's also. Mine is the only one I've ever seen, but I have not seen many other Iron Head 1600's. Mine is an early '66. Mike Harper, CAI, AARE Harper Auction & Realty 843-729-4996 "Experience Sells" www.AuctionMyRealEstate.NET --- On Fri, 5/22/09, Eddie wrote: > From: Eddie > Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... > To: "Datsun Roadster List" > Date: Friday, May 22, 2009, 11:51 PM > Hi all, > > I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover > that is identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except > one. It does NOT have a hole for the breather tube! > There is a round circle where it normally goes, but no hole, > and it looks original, not like it was welded shut or > anything. > > Anyone ever seen that before? > > Just curious. > > Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to > the air cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap > type thing on it that prevents oil from leaking out but > allows air in and out? > Thoughts? > Thanks. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 08:07:20 2009 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 08:49:46 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] recommended adhesive I have a couple of weatherstripping pieces coming loose, the trim around the trunk and the weatherstripping on the front bow of the soft top. What does everyone recommend to glue weatherstripping down? -- Dave Cooke 68 1600 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 08:40:08 2009 From: "Stan Rasmussen" To: Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 10:17:32 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Starter? Hey all I need a new/rebuilt short starter for my 70 SRL-311, anyone out there have one for a reasonable price? Thanks, Stan razmataz@indy.net -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave Cooke Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2009 9:50 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] recommended adhesive I have a couple of weatherstripping pieces coming loose, the trim around the trunk and the weatherstripping on the front bow of the soft top. What does everyone recommend to glue weatherstripping down? -- Dave Cooke 68 1600 You are subscribed as razmataz@indy.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.339 / Virus Database: 270.12.32/2118 - Release Date: 05/23/09 07:00:00 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 08:53:01 2009 From: "Chris & Christy Breyer" To: Dave Cooke Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 07:32:00 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] recommended adhesive Can't go wrong with 3M Weatherstripping Adhesive. On Sat, May 23, 2009 at 6:49 AM, Dave Cooke wrote: > I have a couple of weatherstripping pieces coming loose, the trim around > the > trunk and the weatherstripping on the front bow of the soft top. What does > everyone recommend to glue weatherstripping down? > > -- > Dave Cooke > 68 1600 > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as fairlady66@gmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- '66 1600 Riverside, CA ------------------------------------------------------ This is my second Fairlady...I'm married to the first one. If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Roadster, then you are lucky enough. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 10:53:01 2009 From: Eddie To: Mike Harper Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 09:34:13 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... I actually have an iron head in my parts box. The H20 motor that was in the car came with that, but I elected to use one of my spare aluminum heads for the rebuild. I'm keeping the iron head, as I hear the aluminum ones had problems, and if that happens, I'll swap back to it. Mike Harper wrote: > I have the same valve cover on my early Iron Head 1600 (Engine # R 1291 I think) It is original. The breather tube runs from a tower at my oil filler cap, and serves the same purpose. Someone told me that these valve covers were on the 1500 engine, but obviously they had a bunch left and used them on early 1600's also. Mine is the only one I've ever seen, but I have not seen many other Iron Head 1600's. Mine is an early '66. > > Mike Harper, CAI, AARE > Harper Auction & Realty > 843-729-4996 > "Experience Sells" > > www.AuctionMyRealEstate.NET > > > --- On Fri, 5/22/09, Eddie wrote: > > >> From: Eddie >> Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... >> To: "Datsun Roadster List" >> Date: Friday, May 22, 2009, 11:51 PM >> Hi all, >> >> I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover >> that is identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except >> one. It does NOT have a hole for the breather tube! >> There is a round circle where it normally goes, but no hole, >> and it looks original, not like it was welded shut or >> anything. >> >> Anyone ever seen that before? >> >> Just curious. >> >> Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to >> the air cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap >> type thing on it that prevents oil from leaking out but >> allows air in and out? >> Thoughts? >> Thanks. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 10:53:48 2009 From: Eddie To: Ruth Primmer Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 09:36:37 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... So the next question is, do I need that thing? When the motor is running, a little oil comes out of it. Eventually, that little tube that runs to the air cleaner will be full of oil and crap. If the breather isn't critical, I'll use the other valve cover. IF it is, I could use a breather "cap" that allows the engine to breathe but doesn't run the tube to the air filter. Anyone know how critical it is that the air breather tube attach to the air filter housing? Thanks. Eddie Ruth Primmer wrote: > The roadsters that were sold everywhere-else-in-the-world didn't have > to have the stupid anti-smog stuff that you guys have to have, so they > came with a blank where the breather goes. So this is normal. > > On the breather tube thing, I don't know what the regulations are like > there, but like I said, we don't have to have them so we don't. As far > as I know Aus and Jap sporties don't run any worse than US ones! > > Hope this helps. > > Ruth > > > > Eddie wrote: >> Hi all, >> >> I was going through my parts boxes and found a valve cover that is >> identical to the one on my 1600 in every way except one. It does NOT >> have a hole for the breather tube! There is a round circle where it >> normally goes, but no hole, and it looks original, not like it was >> welded shut or anything. >> >> Anyone ever seen that before? >> >> Just curious. >> >> Also, is the breather tube critical to have it hooked up to the air >> cleaner? Or could I simply put a breather cap type thing on it that >> prevents oil from leaking out but allows air in and out? >> Thoughts? >> Thanks. >> >> Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 11:24:07 2009 From: fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com To: Eddie Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 10:03:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... I may know a little about this.... It is my understanding, that there were a couple different configurations for the crankcase ventilation on the early 1500 roadsters. The earlier (63, 64) have a breather tube that goes from the engine backing plate to the upper, left, rear corner of the block. These used a breathable oil cap like on the 1000 and 1200s....an odd looking, painted cap containing metal mesh as a filter. There was no rear hole in the valve cover. The other configuration, is a two piece oil cap (usually chrome) with a tube that connects to the air cleaner. Again, no hole in the valve cover. The 1965, R16, I believe, was when it changed to the vented valve cover we all know and love. Regarding the mechanical purpose of "crankcase ventilation", I've no clue. Patti ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 12:54:14 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Eddie , Datsun Roadster List Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 11:19:02 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... Well, since I've been having problems in this area I guess it's my turn to log in....... My early '66 1600 had the vent tube out the left rear of the block, and no valve cover outlet. With the EFI conversion, I elected to block that off and use the later valve cover with the hose attachment tied to the intake (to lower emmissions direct to atmosphere). I figured it would draw enough to eliminate the problem of blowby building pressure and causing oil leaks.....It's pretty much the same setup as the later SU cars, so it shouldn't be a problem...... 3 oilpan gaskets later, I still have excessive leaking from the oil pan. Putting a vented oil filler cap has lessened the oil leak, so there does seem to be a pressure buildup problem there. This is on a fairly fresh rebuild stroker engine with minimal blowby at idle...I haven't done a leakdown test, but compression test reads 185 -195 psi. Part of my oil leak problem may be a .010" height difference between the block and timing cover at the oilpan, but that should have been fine with gasket sealant etc. which I have used...... So, regardless of what setup you use, make sure there is sufficienct venting of the block! Does it need to go to the aircleaner? No, that simply recirculates the blowby back thru the engine decreasing emissions directly to the atmosphere (recomended unless you are racing). A small filter on the vent tube should work, but you may find it dripping oil eventually........ Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... >I may know a little about this.... > It is my understanding, that there were a couple different configurations > for > the crankcase ventilation on the early 1500 roadsters. The earlier (63, > 64) > have a breather tube that goes from the engine backing plate to the upper, > left, rear corner of the block. These used a breathable oil cap like on > the > 1000 and 1200s....an odd looking, painted cap containing metal mesh as a > filter. There was no rear hole in the valve cover. The other > configuration, > is a two piece oil cap (usually chrome) with a tube that connects to the > air > cleaner. Again, no hole in the valve cover. The 1965, R16, I believe, > was > when it changed to the vented valve cover we all know and love. Regarding > the > mechanical purpose of "crankcase ventilation", I've no clue. > Patti ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 13:07:23 2009 From: Eddie To: fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 11:44:16 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... Interesting, thanks for the info. What seems odd is that my cover, in the spot where the breather tube goes, has a round circle there. Like it was designed to be "drilled" out or something, but never was. Well, I guess I've got a 1500 valve cover in my box of toys! Eddie fairlady1964spl310@yahoo.com wrote: > I may know a little about this.... > It is my understanding, that there were a couple different > configurations for the crankcase ventilation on the early 1500 > roadsters. The earlier (63, 64) have a breather tube that goes from > the engine backing plate to the upper, left, rear corner of the > block. These used a breathable oil cap like on the 1000 and > 1200s....an odd looking, painted cap containing metal mesh as a > filter. There was no rear hole in the valve cover. The other > configuration, is a two piece oil cap (usually chrome) with a tube > that connects to the air cleaner. Again, no hole in the valve cover. > The 1965, R16, I believe, was when it changed to the vented valve > cover we all know and love. Regarding the mechanical purpose of > "crankcase ventilation", I've no clue. > Patti ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 13:07:36 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Chris & Christy Breyer" , "Dave Cooke" Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 13:47:31 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] recommended adhesive What they said. IOt's all I ever use. Also, sometime in the past, I am pretty sure it was available in black. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris & Christy Breyer" To: "Dave Cooke" Cc: Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2009 9:32 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] recommended adhesive > Can't go wrong with 3M Weatherstripping Adhesive. > > > > > On Sat, May 23, 2009 at 6:49 AM, Dave Cooke wrote: > >> I have a couple of weatherstripping pieces coming loose, the trim around >> the >> trunk and the weatherstripping on the front bow of the soft top. What >> does >> everyone recommend to glue weatherstripping down? >> >> -- >> Dave Cooke >> 68 1600 >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as fairlady66@gmail.com >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters >> > > > > -- > '66 1600 > Riverside, CA > ------------------------------------------------------ > This is my second Fairlady...I'm married to the first one. > > If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Roadster, then you are lucky > enough. > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 13:21:46 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: , "Eddie" Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 14:07:21 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... Pressure will build up inside the valve cover/cam cover from combustion blow-by in the crankcase. Remember there's an oil drain from the head to the crankcase. Oil goes down, gasses come up. The old mesh filters in oil fill tubes and road draft tubes connected to the block were early venting solutions. Later the open vents were sealed and a vent tube was run to the air cleaner from the valve cover. Since there is a slight vacuum in the air cleaner, blow-by gasses plus oil vapor were drawn into the intake. Even later, "positive crankcase ventilation" or PCV valves were added. I think these were only check valves, but, it they got gummed up (which they did), it affected emissions. Since blow-by gasses were drawn into the intake anyway, I'm not sure why PCV valves were required or what they accomplished. If Bubba is reading this, he probably knows. To Eddie's question: Yes, you need that thing, or some sort of crankcase vent to relieve combustion pressure in the crankcase/valve cover. Otherwise, it will quickly itself through the weakest joint -- probably the valve cover gasket or the oil pan gasket. Those who have the Nissan (original or Clymer reprint) shop manual can see the road draft tubes used on early cars in the photos of 1600 engine removal/replacement. It was a metal tube bolted to the block at the driver's side in the back, and curved down around the block to a point about by the joint with the oil pan. Some later cars still had the holes in the blocks, but they were blanked off. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "Eddie" Cc: "All list" Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2009 12:03 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover discovery... >I may know a little about this.... > It is my understanding, that there were a couple different configurations > for > the crankcase ventilation on the early 1500 roadsters. The earlier (63, > 64) > have a breather tube that goes from the engine backing plate to the upper, > left, rear corner of the block. These used a breathable oil cap like on > the > 1000 and 1200s....an odd looking, painted cap containing metal mesh as a > filter. There was no rear hole in the valve cover. The other > configuration, > is a two piece oil cap (usually chrome) with a tube that connects to the > air > cleaner. Again, no hole in the valve cover. The 1965, R16, I believe, > was > when it changed to the vented valve cover we all know and love. Regarding > the > mechanical purpose of "crankcase ventilation", I've no clue. > Patti > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 16:37:21 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 15:16:05 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Horns I have purchased two different sets of horns that the sellers said worked. Neither of which worked when I hooked up a horn to the horn wire. Here's the question: Do the horns have to be mounted to the car and thus grounded to work? TIA Tim ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 17:06:55 2009 From: Eddie To: Tim Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 15:42:58 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Horns I believe the answer to that is yes, they do need to be grounded. I've used a battery charger to test horns before, and had to clamp the ground to the body of the horn... Tim wrote: > I have purchased two different sets of horns that the sellers said worked. Neither of which worked when I hooked up a horn to the horn wire. > > Here's the question: Do the horns have to be mounted to the car and thus grounded to work? > > TIA > > Tim > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 17:22:22 2009 From: "The Blair's" To: Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 15:53:47 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Test Test. Joe Blair 1964 SPL310 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 17:51:42 2009 From: "Chris & Christy Breyer" To: jblair@surewest.net Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 16:23:05 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Test Pass On Sat, May 23, 2009 at 3:53 PM, The Blair's wrote: > Test. > > Joe Blair > 1964 SPL310 > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as fairlady66@gmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- '66 1600 Riverside, CA ------------------------------------------------------ This is my second Fairlady...I'm married to the first one. If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Roadster, then you are lucky enough. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 21:36:05 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: Chris & Christy Breyer Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 20:17:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Test Overpass! :~) Sent from a Luddite's new iPhone! On May 23, 2009, at 4:23 PM, "Chris & Christy Breyer" wrote: Pass On Sat, May 23, 2009 at 3:53 PM, The Blair's wrote: Test. Joe Blair 1964 SPL310 You are subscribed as fairlady66@gmail.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters -- '66 1600 Riverside, CA ------------------------------------------------------ This is my second Fairlady...I'm married to the first one. If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Roadster, then you are lucky enough. You are subscribed as gcallahan@prodigy.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 23 22:06:10 2009 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 22:50:05 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Horns Yes, the horn body, bolted to the car body, completes the circuit. HTH, Ron On Sat, May 23, 2009 at 5:16 PM, Tim wrote: > I have purchased two different sets of horns that the sellers said worked. Neither of which worked when I hooked up a horn to the horn wire. > > Here's the question: Do the horns have to be mounted to the car and thus grounded to work? > > TIA > > Tim > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net B http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as ronnie.day@gmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > -- Ron ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 00:07:29 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 22:53:31 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Test The answer is 42. Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of The Blair's Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2009 3:54 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Test Test. Joe Blair 1964 SPL310 Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 09:07:37 2009 From: Mike Harper To: Datsun Roadsters Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 07:48:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: Valve Cover discovery... Not true, as mine is an early '66 and has the hose from the oil cap tower to the air filter housing - not the back of the valve cover, so it must have been early in the '66 production. My SN is SPL311-1241. Mike Harper, CAI, AARE Harper Auction & Realty 843-729-4996 "Experience Sells" > < was > when it changed to the vented valve cover we all know and > love.>> ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 09:39:44 2009 From: sidney raper To: Regular Roadster List Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 11:19:33 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers The valve cover development: Single carb 1500s - chromed valve cover with a chromed D shaped breather - unvented cover. Dual carb 1500s - finned aluminum valve cover with no spot for the vent tube - round chromed open breather. Late dual carb 1500s and early block vented 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with spot for the later breather tube cast but undrilled - either a round vented breather cap or a tower with a fitting to vent to the aircleaner. later 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with breather tube and unvented round oil cap. These also had the back end of the cover modified to be "clipped" a bit to clear better when removing the engine from the engine bay. The Silvia had the finned aluminum valve cover with Nissan on it rather than Datsun. I have not noted variations in it, but there likely were a few... Sidney Raper 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) Jacksonville Florida http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria l_WhatsNew1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 10:23:56 2009 From: Eddie To: sidney raper Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 08:55:23 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers Excellent breakdown. This should be sent to 311s.org to be put in the wiki section! sidney raper wrote: > The valve cover development: > > Single carb 1500s - chromed valve cover with a chromed D shaped breather - > unvented cover. > > Dual carb 1500s - finned aluminum valve cover with no spot for the vent tube - > round chromed open breather. > > Late dual carb 1500s and early block vented 1600s - finned aluminum valve > cover with spot for the later breather tube cast but undrilled - either a > round vented breather cap or a tower with a fitting to vent to the > aircleaner. > > later 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with breather tube and unvented > round oil cap. These also had the back end of the cover modified to be > "clipped" a bit to clear better when removing the engine from the engine bay. > > The Silvia had the finned aluminum valve cover with Nissan on it rather than > Datsun. I have not noted variations in it, but there likely were a few... > > Sidney Raper > 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) > 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) > Jacksonville Florida > http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. > http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutoria > l_WhatsNew1_052009 > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 10:24:15 2009 From: Patti Dwinell To: sidney raper Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 09:00:58 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers Thank you, Sid. Patti --- On Sun, 5/24/09, sidney raper wrote: From: sidney raper Subject: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers To: "Regular Roadster List" Date: Sunday, May 24, 2009, 8:19 AM The valve cover development: Single carb 1500s - chromed valve cover with a chromed D shaped breather - unvented cover. Dual carb 1500s - finned aluminum valve cover with no spot for the vent tube - round chromed open breather. Late dual carb 1500s and early block vented 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with spot for the later breather tube cast but undrilled - either a round vented breather cap or a tower with a fitting to vent to the aircleaner. later 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with breather tube and unvented round oil cap. These also had the back end of the cover modified to be "clipped" a bit to clear better when removing the engine from the engine bay. The Silvia had the finned aluminum valve cover with Nissan on it rather than Datsun. I have not noted variations in it, but there likely were a few... Sidney Raper 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) Jacksonville Florida http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 10:52:36 2009 From: "SlowBoy" To: "'Eddie'" , "'sidney raper'" Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 09:36:39 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers It's there. http://www.311s.org/pmwiki-311/pmwiki.php?n=TechSection.Engine -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Eddie Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2009 8:55 AM To: sidney raper Cc: Regular Roadster List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers Excellent breakdown. This should be sent to 311s.org to be put in the wiki section! sidney raper wrote: > The valve cover development: > > Single carb 1500s - chromed valve cover with a chromed D shaped breather - > unvented cover. > > Dual carb 1500s - finned aluminum valve cover with no spot for the vent tube - > round chromed open breather. > > Late dual carb 1500s and early block vented 1600s - finned aluminum valve > cover with spot for the later breather tube cast but undrilled - either a > round vented breather cap or a tower with a fitting to vent to the > aircleaner. > > later 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with breather tube and unvented > round oil cap. These also had the back end of the cover modified to be > "clipped" a bit to clear better when removing the engine from the engine bay. > > The Silvia had the finned aluminum valve cover with Nissan on it rather than > Datsun. I have not noted variations in it, but there likely were a few... > > Sidney Raper > 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) > 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) > Jacksonville Florida > http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. > http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutori a > l_WhatsNew1_052009 > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as slowboy@cox.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 24 19:53:35 2009 From: sidney raper To: Regular Roadster List Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 21:28:21 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Valve cover breakdown Happy to help all! A while back I posted info about 2000 valve covers on 311s.org. I am sure it is there somewhere... Sidney Raper 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) Jacksonville Florida http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html ************************************** _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail. goes with you. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Mobile?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutorial_ Mobile1_052009 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon May 25 07:08:57 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Mon, 25 May 2009 05:38:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers Would be even better with pics. Pete "only 19 days til Canby" -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of SlowBoy Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2009 9:37 AM To: 'Eddie'; 'sidney raper' Cc: 'Regular Roadster List' Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers It's there. http://www.311s.org/pmwiki-311/pmwiki.php?n=TechSection.Engine -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Eddie Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2009 8:55 AM To: sidney raper Cc: Regular Roadster List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Pushrod motor valve covers Excellent breakdown. This should be sent to 311s.org to be put in the wiki section! sidney raper wrote: > The valve cover development: > > Single carb 1500s - chromed valve cover with a chromed D shaped breather - > unvented cover. > > Dual carb 1500s - finned aluminum valve cover with no spot for the vent tube - > round chromed open breather. > > Late dual carb 1500s and early block vented 1600s - finned aluminum valve > cover with spot for the later breather tube cast but undrilled - either a > round vented breather cap or a tower with a fitting to vent to the > aircleaner. > > later 1600s - finned aluminum valve cover with breather tube and unvented > round oil cap. These also had the back end of the cover modified to be > "clipped" a bit to clear better when removing the engine from the engine bay. > > The Silvia had the finned aluminum valve cover with Nissan on it rather than > Datsun. I have not noted variations in it, but there likely were a few... > > Sidney Raper > 1964 1500 (still a project.... sigh....) > 1967 SRL311 00076 (alive again!) > Jacksonville Florida > http://www.geocities.com/roadsternut/index.html > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail. has a new way to see what's up with your friends. > http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/WhatsNew?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutori a > l_WhatsNew1_052009 > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as slowboy@cox.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 10:38:50 2009 From: Tom PRATHER To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 09:13:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Octane 87,89,91? Hello, On a basically stock U20 which I used to run with SU's I always ran 91 cause it used to run on after shutting off. Now that I'm running Quad Mikuni's I no longer have that problem. I realize that by todays standards (9.5-1) comp ratios are very mild. What are most of you U20/stock drivers using? Am I ok running lower ratings as long as I'm not hearing pings or detonations? Of course It's really hard to hear pinging with my Flatslides as they have a unique character sound of their own. Just trying to get a major concensus. Thanks, ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 15:23:37 2009 From: DAT240Z73@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 17:02:40 EDT Subject: [Roadsters] '69 Datsun ignition switch I have a 60- 2000 I'm in need of a ignition switch, I have bought 3 switch so far and none seem to be the right one. The electrical part of my switch is bad. The problem I'm having is when I start the car the switch stays in the start position after the car is running, I have to wiggle the key to get the switch to spring back into the "on" position. What I have notice witch all the ignition switches I have bought have four position. (lock, ACC,ON AND START.) the switch in the car has five position ( LOCK, ACC GARAGE, ON and START) . My question is what's the right ignition switch for a 69-2000. P. S when I install the four position switch the car will start but dies when the key goes back to the on position. **************We found the real bHotel Californiab and the bSeinfeldb diner. What will you find? Explore WhereItsAt.com. (http://www.whereitsat.com/?ncid=emlwenew00000004) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 20:39:25 2009 From: "oliver" To: Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 21:05:22 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly tranny is still there. nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a parts car . . . he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he didn't take it. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 21:24:58 2009 From: Dan Zubkoff To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, oliver Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 20:03:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas I was in Dallas over the weekend, and almost considered going for a look. But, the car is in Morgan Texas which literally is only a few blocks long with nothing around it for miles. http://tinyurl.com/py9awn How the heck did a roadster end up out there? Dan Zubkoff Houston, TX --- On Tue, 5/26/09, oliver wrote: > From: oliver > Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 9:05 PM > http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html > > i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly > tranny is still there. > > nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a > parts car . . . > > he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he > didn't take it. ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as zubkoff@sbcglobal.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 21:25:12 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 20:10:21 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] '69 Datsun ignition switch Dunno for sure, but Rallye shows 5-position switches for 68-70: IGNITION SWITCH & LOCK ASSY. #487-09 (with keys) 68-70 IGNITION SWITCH INFORMATION Hope this helps. Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of DAT240Z73@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:03 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] '69 Datsun ignition switch I have a 60- 2000 I'm in need of a ignition switch, I have bought 3 switch so far and none seem to be the right one. The electrical part of my switch is bad. The problem I'm having is when I start the car the switch stays in the start position after the car is running, I have to wiggle the key to get the switch to spring back into the "on" position. What I have notice witch all the ignition switches I have bought have four position. (lock, ACC,ON AND START.) the switch in the car has five position ( LOCK, ACC GARAGE, ON and START) . My question is what's the right ignition switch for a 69-2000. P. S when I install the four position switch the car will start but dies when the key goes back to the on position. **************We found the real bHotel Californiab and the bSeinfeldb diner. What will you find? Explore WhereItsAt.com. (http://www.whereitsat.com/?ncid=emlwenew00000004) Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue May 26 21:25:21 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 20:11:45 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas Interesting. That's, what, the third or fourth 67.5 1600 for sale in the last month? Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of oliver Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2009 7:05 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly tranny is still there. nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a parts car . . . he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he didn't take it. Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 00:01:32 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Tue, 26 May 2009 22:49:56 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates Since the Eighties I have had personalized plates on all my vehicles. My Saturn has 6PLNET, my Ford pickup has 4XFORD, and so on. Now I have a new Datsun Roadster and it needs new plates; so, I'm looking for suggestions from all of you. Oregon only allows six characters, so what do you all suggest? My roadster is a white 1968 1600. Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon Sent from a Luddite's new iPhone! ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 05:01:08 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 06:54:46 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates While in Texas in the 1980s, I had "2L" plates on my '68 two liter Solex. I got quite a few stare-downs from those who imagined an "...HEL..." squeezed in there (when displacement alone was intended). - Bob Gary Callahan wrote: > Since the Eighties I have had personalized plates on all my vehicles. My Saturn has 6PLNET, my Ford pickup has 4XFORD, and so on. Now I have a new Datsun Roadster and it needs new plates; so, I'm looking for suggestions from all of you. Oregon only allows six characters, so what do you all suggest? My roadster is a white 1968 1600. > > > Gary Callahan > Beaverton, Oregon ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 06:59:45 2009 From: Gary McCormick To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 05:49:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas As my dad would have said, "It's so small it says 'Welcome to Morgan' on both sides of the same sign." Gary McCormick San Jose, CA --- On Tue, 5/26/09, Dan Zubkoff wrote: From: Dan Zubkoff Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, "oliver" Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 8:03 PM I was in Dallas over the weekend, and almost considered going for a look. But, the car is in Morgan Texas which literally is only a few blocks long with nothing around it for miles. http://tinyurl.com/py9awn How the heck did a roadster end up out there? Dan Zubkoff Houston, TX --- On Tue, 5/26/09, oliver wrote: > From: oliver > Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 9:05 PM > http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html > > i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly > tranny is still there. > > nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a > parts car . . . > > he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he > didn't take it. ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as zubkoff@sbcglobal.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters You are subscribed as gkmcc@sbcglobal.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 07:15:29 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 6:14:59 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1146858991.html never seen one weber on a Roadster before. Tim ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 07:31:04 2009 From: Gary McCormick To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 06:30:51 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 "SLR Fairlady Z 311 Convertible"? This guy needs to make up his mind what kind of car he thinks this is. Has wrong motor, too. Gary McCormick San Jose, CA --- On Wed, 5/27/09, Tim wrote: From: Tim Subject: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 6:14 AM http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1146858991.html never seen one weber on a Roadster before. Tim You are subscribed as gkmcc@sbcglobal.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 08:14:27 2009 From: steven boortz To: Tim , "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 07:12:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 i always thought the "L" series engines were too tall to fit in a roadster.... s 675MIZU ________________________________ From: Tim To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 6:14:59 AM Subject: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1146858991.html never seen one weber on a Roadster before. Tim You are subscribed as vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 08:14:51 2009 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 09:12:12 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 The L-20b is 3/4 inch taller than an L-16/18 and that swap usually comes with hood clearance issues. The single DCOE is a horrible setup because the middle cylinders run way richer than the end cylinders due to the mainfold design, plus there's a coolant bypass on these manifolds. In other words, in cold weather you often get carb icing. All that said if the car hasn't been hacked up too bad for the L-motor swap, it might be a good foundation for a resto with a U-20 or a SR or KA swap. FWIW, Ron > "SLR Fairlady Z 311 Convertible"? > > This guy needs to make up his mind what kind of car he thinks this is. Has > wrong motor, too. > > Gary McCormick > San Jose, CA > > --- On Wed, 5/27/09, Tim wrote: > > From: Tim > Subject: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 > To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" > Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 6:14 AM > > http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1146858991.html > > never seen one weber on a Roadster before. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 09:30:27 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'steven boortz'" , "'Tim'" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 08:22:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 The L-series engine usually requires that the front crossmember be notched on the right side to clear the externally-mounted oil pump. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of steven boortz Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 7:12 AM To: Tim; datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 i always thought the "L" series engines were too tall to fit in a roadster.... s 675MIZU ________________________________ From: Tim To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 6:14:59 AM Subject: [Roadsters] single weber carb 69 2000 http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/1146858991.html never seen one weber on a Roadster before. Tim You are subscribed as vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 11:28:15 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 10:21:18 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Here's to "over engineering" !! Kinda verbose but I think it is a good read.... A couple weekends ago, while on a Roadster Run, with a couple other local Roadsters, to the Vintage Races at Elkhart Lake, a wire/connection broke on my upgraded alternator. With the help of a friend, some duct tape and a local guy (who provided a connector in a town with no hardware store) we were able to make a "paddock fix" that enabled me to pretty much enjoy the rest of the weekend and get home just fine. Last weekend I replaced the paddock fix with a proper connector, took the car for a drive, and a few miles later I broke the bolt--my first-- on the alternator belt tension adjustor. Here's the best part: Because of the way I have the alternator mounted on the alt bracket and front support there for, I was able to drive home with the alternator in place and the belt just as tight as before the bolt broke. The only reason I knew I had broken something is that I heard the bolt bouncing under the car and then back behind when it made a very clear and loud bell sounding "ding". Now I get to try to figure out why I broke a bolt for the first time after two or so years. I think I had the belt to tight. Hopefully that will be it. Tim Belleville, WI. '70 SPL AND SRL Still clueless but always learning ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 11:44:48 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Gary Callahan , Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 10:44:06 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates There is an ongoing thread on 311s.org that you may want to read on licence plates: http://www.311s.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=8398 Daryl ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gary Callahan" Subject: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates > Since the Eighties I have had personalized plates on all my vehicles. My > Saturn has 6PLNET, my Ford pickup has 4XFORD, and so on. Now I have a new > Datsun Roadster and it needs new plates; so, I'm looking for suggestions > from all of you. Oregon only allows six characters, so what do you all > suggest? My roadster is a white 1968 1600. > > > Gary Callahan > Beaverton, Oregon ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 14:13:15 2009 From: Charlie and Annelee Ellis To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 16:09:57 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Weber I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not think that a single work work. Charlie Ellis ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 14:58:42 2009 From: Toby B To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 13:52:56 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 222 "The problem I'm having is when I start the car the switch stays in the start position after the car is running, I have to wiggle the key to get the switch to spring back into the "on" position" Sure that the return spring's in the electrical part? Mine does a similar thing, and I seem to remember (it's been a looooooong time) that it's the cylinder that does the return, not the switch... fwiw, Toby ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 15:01:43 2009 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 21:01:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber Remember: This particular roadster has an L-series engine. Single -DOWNDRAFT- Weber works exceptionally well on L-series motors. The Weber 32/36 is a common upgrade to the stock Hitachi. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Charlie and Annelee Ellis" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 1:09:57 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [Roadsters] Weber I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not think that a single work work. Charlie Ellis ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html You are subscribed as ppeters914@comcast.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 15:18:14 2009 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 16:02:23 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber > Charlie Ellis > I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, > that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not > think that a single work work. It doesn't work worth beans, regardless of how much jet fiddling you do. I've heard of a single Weber/Mikuni L-4 manifold from Australia that feeds cylinders 1 & 3 from one throat, 2 & 4 from the other, but I've never seen one nor seen pictures of it. Theortically, it should work far better than the single sidedraft Warnerford manifold in the picture, but I honestly think a well set up pair of SUs would work far better for most folks. FWIW, Ron ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 15:29:16 2009 From: Herb Petty To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 14:26:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Switch's & Electrical Konnichiwa Group, For anyone having problems with switch's & some electrical items, I've used W. D. --- 40, with great success. Most switch's on our cars are the same age as the car, there fore a little maintenance is in order ! I've taken lite switch's, ignition switch's, no problem, in most cases. They're mostly dirty & gummed up. High windshield / low windshield it doesn't matter. I usually lay the item on an ol rag outside my garage / some where there's good ventilation & spray away this also helps clean all contact points, just work the switch a few times. Hope this helps, Herb Petty spl 1966 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 15:57:59 2009 From: Embarq Customer To: Ronnie Day Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 17:49:40 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber I've got a pair of downdraft adaptors for sale. They are on a 240Z manifold but will probably fit on any SU manifold. I was going to use a pair of Rochestor 2-jet carbs that I had laying around. I'll let the whole setup go pretty cheap. Andy ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ronnie Day" To: "Roadster List" Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 4:02:23 PM GMT -06:00 US/Canada Central Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber > Charlie Ellis > I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, > that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not > think that a single work work. It doesn't work worth beans, regardless of how much jet fiddling you do. I've heard of a single Weber/Mikuni L-4 manifold from Australia that feeds cylinders 1 & 3 from one throat, 2 & 4 from the other, but I've never seen one nor seen pictures of it. Theortically, it should work far better than the single sidedraft Warnerford manifold in the picture, but I honestly think a well set up pair of SUs would work far better for most folks. FWIW, Ron You are subscribed as andycost@embarqmail.com Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 15:59:36 2009 From: "Gregory S. Morrison" To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 14:59:14 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Interior paint question My 67.5 2000 has a black ashtray sliding cover and surround as well as black door pulls - the "pull to open" handle, not the lower door pull. The paint appears to be an exact match to the other interior paint, which appears to be stock. If this was done aftermarket, it was done extremely well as they match the gauge trim perfectly. It actually looks pretty good too. Stock is a brushed silver color. I was wondering if this could be a one off attempt at further reducing bright reflections. This was probably done by a prior owner. Has anyone ever seen this before? If yes, do you recall the circumstances? Thanks, Greg SRL31100494 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 17:01:20 2009 From: nmleeds@mindspring.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 19:01:00 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] 4 - Webers -- Possible? All this talking about Webers made me think this might be the right time to ask one of my burning questions. Is there any way of putting 4 Webers on the U20. Apart from the trouble balancing them and getting the throttle cable hooked up wouldn't I wonder the symplicity of the intake construction wouldn't give a nice result. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 17:16:55 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: nmleeds@mindspring.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 19:16:13 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 4 - Webers -- Possible? A pair of dual, side-draft carbs (Weber, Mikuni/Solex, Dellorto) facilitates the same single-path, straight through intake manifold design. - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex nmleeds@mindspring.com wrote: > All this talking about Webers made me think this might be the right time to ask one of my burning questions. Is there any way of putting 4 Webers on the U20. Apart from the trouble balancing them and getting the throttle cable hooked up wouldn't I wonder the symplicity of the intake construction wouldn't give a nice result. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 18:58:19 2009 From: "dave" To: Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 20:57:36 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas Do you turn left or right at the "Middle of Nowhere" sign? You'd be astounded at how many (At least 15) complete Jaguar XK120/140's and XKE's and/or parts cars I pulled out of barns in upper New York State back in the late 80's. Dave Brisco ECR -----Original Message----- From: Dan Zubkoff [mailto:zubkoff@sbcglobal.net] I was in Dallas over the weekend, and almost considered going for a look. But, the car is in Morgan Texas which literally is only a few blocks long with nothing around it for miles. http://tinyurl.com/py9awn How the heck did a roadster end up out there? Dan Zubkoff Houston, TX ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed May 27 20:40:58 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Gary McCormick" , Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 21:39:38 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas Gary, I thought you were going to say it had one of those signs (which I HAVE seen) which read: Pop. 203 Elev. 629 Ft Est. 1916 Total: 2748 Gary A. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gary McCormick" To: Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 7:49 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > As my dad would have said, "It's so small it says 'Welcome to Morgan' on > both > sides of the same sign." > > Gary McCormick > San Jose, CA > > --- On Tue, 5/26/09, Dan Zubkoff wrote: > > From: Dan Zubkoff > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, "oliver" > Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 8:03 PM > > I was in Dallas over the weekend, and almost considered going for a look. > But, > the car is in Morgan Texas which literally is only a few blocks long with > nothing around it for miles. > > http://tinyurl.com/py9awn > > How the heck did a roadster end up out there? > > Dan Zubkoff > Houston, TX > > --- On Tue, 5/26/09, oliver wrote: > >> From: oliver >> Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas >> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 9:05 PM >> http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html >> >> i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly >> tranny is still there. >> >> nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a >> parts car . . . >> >> he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he >> didn't take it. ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as zubkoff@sbcglobal.net >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > You are subscribed as gkmcc@sbcglobal.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 06:09:11 2009 From: "Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-ED03)" To: "Gregory S. Morrison" , Datsun Roadster Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 07:05:56 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Interior paint question I think (Jon the gage guy can verify) the coating on the gages of a 67.5 is black oxide. It gives it a shiny black translucent appearance. If you door handles and console pieces are black oxide, then it could possibly be a factory experiment. A SEROCer has a early '66 with black gages - second owner and first never had the gages out of the car. If the parts are black oxide and not paint, someone went to a lot of trouble or it is a possible factory experiment. Personally I would keep it that way - at least until you find the real answer then the true will set you free:) Phil Hall NASA/MSFC/ED03 Systems Engineering work : 256-544-2525 cell: 256-975-6385 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gregory S. Morrison Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 4:59 PM To: Datsun Roadster List Subject: [Roadsters] Interior paint question My 67.5 2000 has a black ashtray sliding cover and surround as well as black door pulls - the "pull to open" handle, not the lower door pull. The paint appears to be an exact match to the other interior paint, which appears to be stock. If this was done aftermarket, it was done extremely well as they match the gauge trim perfectly. It actually looks pretty good too. Stock is a brushed silver color. I was wondering if this could be a one off attempt at further reducing bright reflections. This was probably done by a prior owner. Has anyone ever seen this before? If yes, do you recall the circumstances? Thanks, Greg SRL31100494 You are subscribed as phillip.b.hall@nasa.gov Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 06:54:13 2009 From: "MH" To: "Charlie and Annelee Ellis" , Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 07:48:55 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber Hi Charlie, I was wondering if you could explain to me and the rest of us who might be interested, "What exactly, is a 3/4 cam? Do you have any specs for this kind of cam to share? Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Charlie and Annelee Ellis" To: Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 3:09 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Weber > I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, > that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not > think that a single work work. > Charlie Ellis ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 07:55:59 2009 From: Gary McCormick To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Gary and Cindy Ault Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 06:55:28 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas Another of my dad's bits about tiny towns in the MoN: "It's a little ol' place out there on J14, just before "Resume Speed" (this about Hilmar, Stevinson - take your pick...). Gary McCormick San Jose, CA --- On Wed, 5/27/09, Gary and Cindy Ault wrote: From: Gary and Cindy Ault Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas To: "Gary McCormick" , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 7:39 PM Gary, I thought you were going to say it had one of those signs (which I HAVE seen) which read: Pop. 203 Elev. 629 Ft Est. 1916 Total: 2748 Gary A. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gary McCormick" To: Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 7:49 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > As my dad would have said, "It's so small it says 'Welcome to Morgan' on > both > sides of the same sign." > > Gary McCormick > San Jose, CA > > --- On Tue, 5/26/09, Dan Zubkoff wrote: > > From: Dan Zubkoff > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, "oliver" > Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 8:03 PM > > I was in Dallas over the weekend, and almost considered going for a look. > But, > the car is in Morgan Texas which literally is only a few blocks long with > nothing around it for miles. > > http://tinyurl.com/py9awn > > How the heck did a roadster end up out there? > > Dan Zubkoff > Houston, TX > > --- On Tue, 5/26/09, oliver wrote: > >> From: oliver >> Subject: [Roadsters] craigslist in texas >> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 9:05 PM >> http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1183065014.html >> >> i spoke to the guy - he "lost" the engine; supposedly >> tranny is still there. >> >> nfi. just thought there might be someone who needed a >> parts car . . . >> >> he's pretty firm at $500. i offered him $250 and he >> didn't take it. ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as zubkoff@sbcglobal.net >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > You are subscribed as gkmcc@sbcglobal.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 09:09:19 2009 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 8:08:42 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine http://gcaptain.com/maritime/blog/emma-maersk-engine/ wow Tim ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 09:26:07 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'MH'" , "'Charlie and Annelee Ellis'" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 08:19:51 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber I'll let Charlie give his own cam specs, but the term "3/4 cam" has been around since at least the early 1960's, when they used to talk about "full-race cams" and "3/4-race cams." A full-race cam isn't streetable due to long duration, but a 3/4-race cam is one that is hotter than stock but is still usable for street driving. For a 4-cylinder engine, once you start getting close to 300 degrees duration, it becomes marginally streetable. The stock SU cam is 256 degrees; the Solex cam is 280 degrees. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of MH Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 5:49 AM To: Charlie and Annelee Ellis; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber Hi Charlie, I was wondering if you could explain to me and the rest of us who might be interested, "What exactly, is a 3/4 cam? Do you have any specs for this kind of cam to share? Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Charlie and Annelee Ellis" To: Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 3:09 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Weber > I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, > that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not > think that a single work work. > Charlie Ellis Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 10:24:24 2009 From: "gregs672liter@netzero.net" To: ronnie.day@gmail.com Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 16:19:02 GMT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber Research agrees completey with Ron: The single sidedraft carb/manifold set up on a 4 cylinder is NOT recommended. Dual SUs would be far superior. Greg Burrows ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Weber Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 16:02:23 -0500 > Charlie Ellis > I run twin 45mm on my car, with a 3/4 cam, > that took some time to work out the bugs, I do not > think that a single work work. It doesn't work worth beans, regardless of how much jet fiddling you do. I've heard of a single Weber/Mikuni L-4 manifold from Australia that feeds cylinders 1 & 3 from one throat, 2 & 4 from the other, but I've never seen one nor seen pictures of it. Theortically, it should work far better than the single sidedraft Warnerford manifold in the picture, but I honestly think a well set up pair of SUs would work far better for most folks. FWIW, Ron You are subscribed as gregs672liter@netzero.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ____________________________________________________________ Free information on buying a New Vehicle. Click Here. http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL2241/fc/BLSrjpYYjRVBIaRCMVArkXQBlYLMWF TvQypNp7dL0xhk9ERf3xEeHP6A4Ck/ ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 10:54:50 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Tim'" , "'datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net'" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 09:50:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine Yeah, it's a monster. Here are some more pics: http://mrec.rotary.net.nz/articles/du-sulzer_12rta96c.htm Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 8:09 AM To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine http://gcaptain.com/maritime/blog/emma-maersk-engine/ wow Tim Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 11:43:02 2009 From: Eddie To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 10:42:30 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover vent leak Hi all, Got the H20 back, the guy rebuilt it, and it runs great. I'm having a bit of an oil leak problem though. The valve cover breather tube leaks where it screws into the cover. I can't screw it in all the way, because then it doesn't point in the right direction to put the breather hose on. So it's lose by about a 1/4 of a turn, and oil is leaking out of it! Just a small amount, but enough after awhile to be messy. Anyone else have this problem? Solutions to fix it? Thanks. Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 14:15:36 2009 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 13:15:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster question Folks, my fabric seats could use some black dye. What should I use? Jim Gammon 1969 2k SRL 311 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 19:55:14 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Gordon Glasgow" , "'Tim'" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 20:54:48 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine My only quarrel with the description is that it is the most efficient prime mover in the world today. It may be the most efficient diesel, but I don't accept the assertion that it is the most efficient -- from a thermal to motive force standpoint -- prime mover. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Tim'" ; "'datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net'" Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 11:50 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine > Yeah, it's a monster. Here are some more pics: > http://mrec.rotary.net.nz/articles/du-sulzer_12rta96c.htm > > > Gordon Glasgow > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim > Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 8:09 AM > To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] OT...One big a** engine > > http://gcaptain.com/maritime/blog/emma-maersk-engine/ > > wow > > Tim > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 19:56:18 2009 From: Toby B To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 18:56:05 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 "For a 4-cylinder engine, once you start getting close to 300 degrees duration, it becomes marginally streetable. The stock SU cam is 256 degrees; the Solex cam is 280 degrees. Gordon Glasgow" Hey Gordon, is that at .050" lift? 1mm? (BMW does it at .5mm, I think, and it gives numbers that make the hotrodders (.050") cringe...) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 19:56:35 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Eddie" , "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 20:56:25 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover vent leak Eddie, How about a bit of teflon plumber's tape? Or Permatex silicone blue sealant? Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 12:42 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover vent leak > Hi all, > > Got the H20 back, the guy rebuilt it, and it runs great. > > I'm having a bit of an oil leak problem though. The valve cover breather > tube leaks where it screws into the cover. I can't screw it in all the > way, because then it doesn't point in the right direction to put the > breather hose on. > > So it's lose by about a 1/4 of a turn, and oil is leaking out of it! Just > a small amount, but enough after awhile to be messy. > Anyone else have this problem? Solutions to fix it? > Thanks. > > Eddie > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu May 28 20:56:14 2009 From: "dave" To: "'Eddie'" , "'Datsun Roadster List'" Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 22:52:36 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Valve Cover vent leak Try wrapping the threads with Teflon tape to make it grab sooner. May need to experiment a bit. Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: Eddie [mailto:eddietude@socal.rr.com] Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 1:43 PM To: Datsun Roadster List Subject: [Roadsters] Valve Cover vent leak Hi all, Got the H20 back, the guy rebuilt it, and it runs great. I'm having a bit of an oil leak problem though. The valve cover breather tube leaks where it screws into the cover. I can't screw it in all the way, because then it doesn't point in the right direction to put the breather hose on. So it's lose by about a 1/4 of a turn, and oil is leaking out of it! Just a small amount, but enough after awhile to be messy. Anyone else have this problem? Solutions to fix it? Thanks. Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 18:25:30 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Datsun Roadster List , peter Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 17:23:49 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates To tell the honest truth.......I will NEVER have a personalized plate. The LAST thing I want on there is something easy for anyone to remember if they deem the need to make a phone call about some car blasting down the highway............ Daryl From: peter harrison GWNVRE (guinevere) Lady LKLADY - lake lady > Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 10:44:06 -0700 > From: drlsmith@dccnet.com > To: GCallahan@prodigy.net; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates > > There is an ongoing thread on 311s.org that you may want to read on licence > plates: > http://www.311s.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=8398 > > Daryl > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Gary Callahan" > Subject: [Roadsters] Personalized Plates > > > > Since the Eighties I have had personalized plates on all my vehicles. My > > Saturn has 6PLNET, my Ford pickup has 4XFORD, and so on. Now I have a new > > Datsun Roadster and it needs new plates; so, I'm looking for suggestions > > from all of you. Oregon only allows six characters, so what do you all > > suggest? My roadster is a white 1968 1600. > > > > > > Gary Callahan > > Beaverton, Oregon > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as granvillecomputing@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 18:53:08 2009 From: "dave" To: "'Toby B'" , Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 20:48:47 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 I think tat would be advertised. Old school numbers :) Generally IIRC, about 280-285 is where the idle gets ugly and low end starts to drop off. Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: Toby B [mailto:RacerY@comcast.net] "For a 4-cylinder engine, once you start getting close to 300 degrees duration, it becomes marginally streetable. The stock SU cam is 256 degrees; the Solex cam is 280 degrees. Gordon Glasgow" Hey Gordon, is that at .050" lift? 1mm? (BMW does it at .5mm, I think, and it gives numbers that make the hotrodders (.050") cringe...) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 19:02:51 2009 From: "Dewey Hahlbohm" To: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" , Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 19:02:38 -0600 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? Fergus, I can suggest 2 books that have helped me. HP Book "Pro Paint and Body" by Jim Richardson with Tom Horvath. Krause Book "Eddie Paul's Paint & Bodywork Handbook" Both of these are pretty good. I think the 1st one covers dent repair a little better. The 2nd one has lots of great pictures. Both are good books and have helped me a lot. Since you mentioned being on a budget, you might check out "50 dollar paint job", or "cheap paint job" on line. Do a google search to learn how to paint your car with Rustoleum and a roller. I am painting my Auto-X car using this technique and it is turning out every bit as good as the forum shows it to be. Keep us posted on your progress, good luck, Dewey > [Original Message] > From: O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS) > To: > Date: 5/22/2009 3:21:16 PM > Subject: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? > > As you know I am of the "low budget" driver variety, and since a > re-paint is somewhere in my not too distant future, I am looking for > recommendations of any sort of how-to / reference book for the use of > hammers / dollies for home body work. > I am already adept at Bondo (makes a good fiberglass mold repair > material), but have the "typical" ripples in the tops of fenders, rear > bumper areas where the rubber caps have pushed into the rear fenders. > The few medium / big jobs will be the > 1. front of the fenders adjacent to the apron, where the car was > obviously crashed and banged out. The grille opening is a bit wonky, > (the Ford F-150 grille is so glaringly out-of-place that no one notices > the ripply frame around it...) the seam below it obviously already > been filled. With the headlite contents removed, you can see some > daylite thru the bucket on one side. > 2. the front fenders are spot-welded to the car..... Yep, obviously > hiding some rust demons there, and have gone over the pics of Marc > Tyler's (sp?) repair / refab of this area > 3. fill the mirror holes in the doors > 4. have to have someone weld the top fo the driver door skin back onto > the jamb, it has a crack ~1-2" long coming from the window slot, on the > latch end > > Thanks for the recommendations, > Fergus O, 69 2000 ("and comin' apart at the se-ams") > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as hahlbohmd@earthlink.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 19:23:32 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 18:21:53 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas I have a little problem! A couple of months ago, when I bought my 68 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster, I knew the fuel gauge was not working correctly. I purchased a new sending unit from a list member but apparently that was not the problem. Now it seems that not only can I not use my fuel gauge to tell how much fuel I have in my tank, but now my odometer is not working; so, I cannot even calculate when I might run out of fuel. My speedometer does seem to work properly but the odometer just sits there. Any thoughts? Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 19:53:11 2009 From: Ron Hamilton To: Gary Callahan Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 18:51:42 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas 2 quick options come to mind; A bicycle speedo is digital and pretty accurate and easy to adapt A GPS would work if you remembered to record the miles before turning it off Ron Gary Callahan wrote: ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 20:16:49 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Toby B'" , Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 19:16:34 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 The factory doesn't actually say (as far as I know), but I'd suspect it is .050" lift. In reality, I've tried to measure cams myself using a degree wheel, an assembled head and dial indicators, and I've never had one spec out as advertised. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Toby B Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 6:56 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 "For a 4-cylinder engine, once you start getting close to 300 degrees duration, it becomes marginally streetable. The stock SU cam is 256 degrees; the Solex cam is 280 degrees. Gordon Glasgow" Hey Gordon, is that at .050" lift? 1mm? (BMW does it at .5mm, I think, and it gives numbers that make the hotrodders (.050") cringe...) Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 20:25:24 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'dave'" , "'Toby B'" Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 19:25:10 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 Yeah, those numbers are from the 1600/2000 Service Manual. The whole issue of cam timing and idle is way more complex than we would want to get into here, but in brief, it's a matter of valve overlap between intake and exhaust, which is affected not only by overall duration and cam profile by also by the lobe separation angle. Absolutely the best, most thorough and most readable explanation I've ever found of all this is the chapter on camshafts in the old "How To Modify Datsun Engines & Chassis" book by Fisher and Waar. The camshaft chapter was written by Racer Brown and is 44 pages long. Unfortunately this book has been out of print for years. Last time I looked on the Web, I found one copy at a bookstore in SF and they wanted $169 for it! Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of dave Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 5:49 PM To: 'Toby B'; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 I think tat would be advertised. Old school numbers :) Generally IIRC, about 280-285 is where the idle gets ugly and low end starts to drop off. Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: Toby B [mailto:RacerY@comcast.net] "For a 4-cylinder engine, once you start getting close to 300 degrees duration, it becomes marginally streetable. The stock SU cam is 256 degrees; the Solex cam is 280 degrees. Gordon Glasgow" Hey Gordon, is that at .050" lift? 1mm? (BMW does it at .5mm, I think, and it gives numbers that make the hotrodders (.050") cringe...) Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 20:30:03 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Gary Callahan'" , Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 19:29:49 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas Carry a 1 gallon gas can (full) in the trunk, at least until you get one or the other working again. ;-) Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gary Callahan Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 6:22 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas I have a little problem! A couple of months ago, when I bought my 68 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster, I knew the fuel gauge was not working correctly. I purchased a new sending unit from a list member but apparently that was not the problem. Now it seems that not only can I not use my fuel gauge to tell how much fuel I have in my tank, but now my odometer is not working; so, I cannot even calculate when I might run out of fuel. My speedometer does seem to work properly but the odometer just sits there. Any thoughts? Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 22:26:01 2009 From: "MH" To: "Gordon Glasgow" , "'dave'" Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 23:24:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Racer Brown Tech Info I agree, I never leave home without a copy of this article, LOL! Here is the link: http://www.datsport.com/Racer_Brown_Menu.html Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'dave'" ; "'Toby B'" ; Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 9:25 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 "Absolutely the best, most thorough and most readable explanation I've ever found of all this is the chapter on camshafts in the old "How To Modify Datsun Engines & Chassis" book by Fisher and Waar. The camshaft chapter was written by Racer Brown and is 44 pages long. Unfortunately this book has been out of print for years. Last time I looked on the Web, I found one copy at a bookstore in SF and they wanted $169 for it!" Gordon Glasgow ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri May 29 22:54:48 2009 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'MH'" , "'dave'" Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 21:54:30 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Racer Brown Tech Info But they left out all the diagrams! Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: MH [mailto:twobeaners@earthlink.net] Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 9:25 PM To: Gordon Glasgow; 'dave'; 'Toby B'; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Racer Brown Tech Info I agree, I never leave home without a copy of this article, LOL! Here is the link: http://www.datsport.com/Racer_Brown_Menu.html Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'dave'" ; "'Toby B'" ; Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 9:25 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 "Absolutely the best, most thorough and most readable explanation I've ever found of all this is the chapter on camshafts in the old "How To Modify Datsun Engines & Chassis" book by Fisher and Waar. The camshaft chapter was written by Racer Brown and is 44 pages long. Unfortunately this book has been out of print for years. Last time I looked on the Web, I found one copy at a bookstore in SF and they wanted $169 for it!" Gordon Glasgow ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 07:27:41 2009 From: "Joe Russo" To: , "'O'Farrell, Fergus P \(AS\)'" Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 09:29:06 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? I second with Dewey. I have used the first book for years. I have done cosmetic body work and painted four cars (drivers) in my driveway based on the info in this book supplemented with some internet searches (like paint and spray pressure info). I use a HVLP gun and get my paint relatively cheaply at www.carpaintonline.com It's almost have the price of the automotive paint shops in town. The results are good - not great - always some "runs, drips and errors" as the old Krylon commercial goes - but for me, there is no car work more fun than "throwing paint"! Joe Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Body work reference book recommendation? Fergus, I can suggest 2 books that have helped me. HP Book "Pro Paint and Body" by Jim Richardson with Tom Horvath. Krause Book "Eddie Paul's Paint & Bodywork Handbook" ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 09:23:38 2009 From: "Pete Peters" To: Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 08:21:46 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas Can you elaborate, i.e. does it always read full or empty? Does it move at all? Does the water temp work? Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gary Callahan Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 6:22 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas I have a little problem! A couple of months ago, when I bought my 68 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster, I knew the fuel gauge was not working correctly. I purchased a new sending unit from a list member but apparently that was not the problem. Now it seems that not only can I not use my fuel gauge to tell how much fuel I have in my tank, but now my odometer is not working; so, I cannot even calculate when I might run out of fuel. My speedometer does seem to work properly but the odometer just sits there. Any thoughts? Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 09:47:59 2009 From: "Walter Peterson" To: Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 08:46:08 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Beep Beep! (Random noise) I drove a friends BMW 540i wagon the other day. What a rocket! We might replace my wife's Caravan with it. Walter Peterson Santa Barbara Ca, 93109 Street driven race motor 2000 3-Main(R) Solexes,cam etc. 5-Speed & LSD. ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 10:24:28 2009 From: "MH" To: "Gordon Glasgow" , "'dave'" Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 11:20:30 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Racer Brown Tech Info Darn! I was feeling really proud I had this article in my archives! Diagrams would be an awesome addition to this info. Oh well....... Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'MH'" ; "'dave'" ; "'Toby B'" ; Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 11:54 PM Subject: RE: Racer Brown Tech Info > But they left out all the diagrams! > > Gordon Glasgow > > -----Original Message----- > From: MH [mailto:twobeaners@earthlink.net] > Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 9:25 PM > To: Gordon Glasgow; 'dave'; 'Toby B'; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: Racer Brown Tech Info > > I agree, I never leave home without a copy of this article, LOL! > > Here is the link: http://www.datsport.com/Racer_Brown_Menu.html > > Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Gordon Glasgow" > To: "'dave'" ; "'Toby B'" ; > > Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 9:25 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 225 > > "Absolutely the best, most thorough and most readable explanation I've ever > found of all this is the chapter on camshafts in the old "How To Modify > Datsun Engines & Chassis" book by Fisher and Waar. The camshaft chapter was > written by Racer Brown and is 44 pages long. Unfortunately this book has > been out of print for years. Last time I looked on the Web, I found one copy > at a bookstore in SF and they wanted $169 for it!" > > Gordon Glasgow ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 11:13:34 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Walter Peterson Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 10:13:05 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Beep Beep! (More Random Noise) While on the subject other vehicles I just thought I'd toss this out. While I have been unemployed I have done some temp work for a company that processes Hyundai cars at the Port of Portland. We move the cars about through various stations so they can be readied for the dealerships across the country. One of the models that I found to be really exceptional was the Elantra Touring (http://www.hyundaiusa.com/vehicle/ElantraTouring/Elantra_Touring.aspx). This car is sporty, nimble, attractive, small but roomy, and affordable. Check it out! I think some of you might like it. It is much more stylish and sporty than a mini-van; but, still very functional to haul the kids and their gear around. That is the end of my "off topic" banter for now. Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster --- On Sat, 5/30/09, Walter Peterson wrote: From: Walter Peterson Subject: [Roadsters] Beep Beep! (Random noise) To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Saturday, May 30, 2009, 8:46 AM I drove a friends BMW 540i wagon the other day. What a rocket! We might replace my wife's Caravan with it. Walter Peterson Santa Barbara Ca, 93109 Street driven race motor 2000 3-Main(R) Solexes,cam etc. 5-Speed & LSD. You are subscribed as gcallahan@prodigy.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 11:16:26 2009 From: philip erickson To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 10:16:13 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas COME GUYS!!!!! A dowel works perfectly. Just stick it in the filler hose when it full and mark a line. Do I really need to tell you the rest.....LOL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 11:24:36 2009 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 13:22:37 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas Then drive for a half hour (or an hour) and stick the tank again... giving you a rough estimate of single tank endurance in hours and miles. philip erickson wrote: > COME GUYS!!!!! > > A dowel works perfectly. Just stick it in the filler hose when it full and > mark a line. Do I really need to tell you the rest.....LOL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 11:24:53 2009 From: Gary Callahan To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Pete Peters Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 10:24:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas The fuel gauge needle does not move and reads totally empty. When I bought the car the fuel gauge would always read between 3/8 and 5/8 full with the engine running and the needle would drop to empty when the car was off. After my mechanic attempted installing a new fuel gauge sending unit, which didn't seem to fix the problem, he then put the original sending unit back in the tank and now I am where I am. The water temp gauge seems to function properly. Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 --- On Sat, 5/30/09, Pete Peters wrote: From: Pete Peters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Saturday, May 30, 2009, 8:21 AM Can you elaborate, i.e. does it always read full or empty? Does it move at all? Does the water temp work? Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gary Callahan Sent: Friday, May 29, 2009 6:22 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas I have a little problem! A couple of months ago, when I bought my 68 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster, I knew the fuel gauge was not working correctly. I purchased a new sending unit from a list member but apparently that was not the problem. Now it seems that not only can I not use my fuel gauge to tell how much fuel I have in my tank, but now my odometer is not working; so, I cannot even calculate when I might run out of fuel. My speedometer does seem to work properly but the odometer just sits there. Any thoughts? Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 You are subscribed as gcallahan@prodigy.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 12:12:41 2009 From: jeremy mayne To: Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 18:00:17 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] door glass rear rail replacement In trying to figure out why my driver side door glass would fall out of the track at the front I discovered it's missing the rear track that runs inside the door. Does anyone out there have a decent used rear track for the driver side window for a high windshield model (1970 specifically)? Thanks, Jeremy Mayne 70 SPL stroker ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 12:12:53 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 11:11:27 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Road Trip!! I am taking a road trip through the interior of British Columbia this week. Current planned stops will include Summerland and Kamloops. If the car is holding together well, I may make it up to Williams Lake. If you are interested in getting together for a drink and chat, and aren't too far off the planned routing, shoot me an email, and we'll see if we can arrange a meeting...... Cheers Daryl ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 13:28:44 2009 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 15:28:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas I've carried a dowel for years. Used a broken hockey stick for a while too. ________________________________ Brian Hollands 69 2000 Tampa FL > A dowel works perfectly. Just stick it in the filler hose when it full and > mark a line. Do I really need to tell you the rest.....LOL ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 14:39:58 2009 From: "MH" To: "RWM \(Out of the Office\)" , Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 15:38:31 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas In the process of calibrating my fuel gauge on my '67, I came up with and made note of this measurement: Fuel tank - inside depth @ top of open hole on tank to bottom = 6 =" even. I used this measurement as a starting point to calculate where my fuel gauge should read at various levels (1/4, 1/2 full). The sending unit was and still is, the original one. It was always accurate until my new gauge required some adjustment by turning the screws in the back. Again, this is on my '67 low windshield car. Mike Hudson '67 Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2009 12:22 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas > Then drive for a half hour (or an hour) and stick the tank again... > giving you a rough estimate of single tank endurance in hours and miles. > > > > philip erickson wrote: > > COME GUYS!!!!! > > > > A dowel works perfectly. Just stick it in the filler hose when it full and > > mark a line. Do I really need to tell you the rest.....LOL > ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat May 30 14:48:39 2009 From: Daryl Smith To: Brian Hollands , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 30 May 2009 13:47:55 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] I Don't Know When I'm About To Run Out Of Gas > I've carried a dowel for years. Used a broken hockey stick for a while > too. > ________________________________ > Brian Hollands > 69 2000 Tampa FL A Hockey stick? In Florida? We're always told up here in Canaduh that hockey barely registers on the American public's conscience.......Do you work for the Panthers? Or possibly from a more northerly climate where hockey is a little further up the sports minded conscience? Daryl ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 02:31:36 2009 From: "Tom @ Datsun2000" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 01:29:27 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] door glass rear rail replacement Jeremy, I found my rear glass guide laying in the bottom of the door. The angle brackets that mount the guide to the door are held in place by two phillips head screws you will find on the end of the door. These brackets have a nasty habit of breaking off at the hard 90 degree bend from the door to the guide. In my case I used a triangle magnet to hold the two halves of the mounting bracket together and welded them back together. Once you do this (I might even suggest welding the brackets that have not broken yet) your rear glass guide will stay in place. The bend in the bracket is a very hard 90 degree bend with little or no radius in the bend. There is a lot of stress on the metal. Vibration breaks the metal at the bend. Welding the bend will relieve the stress and make the part stronger than it was to begin with. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org On 5/30/2009 11:00:17 AM, jeremy mayne (jeremymayne@msn.com) wrote: > In trying to figure out why my driver side door glass would fall out of > the > track at the front I discovered it's missing the rear track that runs inside > the door. Does anyone out there have a decent used rear track for the driver > side window for a high windshield model (1970 specifically)? Thanks, > > > > Jeremy Mayne > > 70 SPL stroker > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 02:33:24 2009 From: Eddie To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 01:30:50 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Steering box adjustment question... Ok, here's another question for the guru's.. I noticed that the top of my steering box, right next to the oil filler plug, is a nut on a shaft that has a slot for a screwdriver. Is this an adjustment to remove "play" in the gearbox? My box has about 1.5" of play in it. My 1974 Toyota Celica I had when I was a kid had a similar looking screw. If the gearbox had play in it, you loosened the nut, turned the screw clockwise just until it stopped, and that would remove the play in the wheel. Before I did that, i wanted to check and see if the roadster gearbox was similar. If not, what is that for on the gearbox? Thanks all... Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 07:47:31 2009 From: jeremy mayne To: , Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 13:47:06 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] door glass rear rail replacement Well, a closer inspection revealed the broken tabs still bolted to the door, but no guide lying in the bottom of the door. I guess this happened before I got the car and the PO removed it. Anyway, thanks for the help. Jeremy 70 SPL stroker > From: tom@datsun2000.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net; jeremymayne@msn.com > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] door glass rear rail replacement > Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 01:29:27 -0700 > > Jeremy, > > I found my rear glass guide laying in the bottom of the door. > > The angle brackets that mount the guide to the door are held in place by two > phillips head screws you will find on the end of the door. These brackets > have a nasty habit of breaking off at the hard 90 degree bend from the door > to the guide. > > In my case I used a triangle magnet to hold the two halves of the mounting > bracket together and welded them back together. Once you do this (I might > even suggest welding the brackets that have not broken yet) your rear glass > guide will stay in place. > > The bend in the bracket is a very hard 90 degree bend with little or no > radius in the bend. There is a lot of stress on the metal. Vibration > breaks the metal at the bend. Welding the bend will relieve the stress and > make the part stronger than it was to begin with. > > Tom > 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde > Portland > http://www.datsun2000.com > http://www.nowroc.org > > On 5/30/2009 11:00:17 AM, jeremy mayne (jeremymayne@msn.com) wrote: > > In trying to figure out why my driver side door glass would fall out of > > the > > track at the front I discovered it's missing the rear track that runs > inside > > the door. Does anyone out there have a decent used rear track for the > driver > > side window for a high windshield model (1970 specifically)? Thanks, > > > > > > > > Jeremy Mayne > > > > 70 SPL stroker > > ________________________________________ > > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > > > You are subscribed as tom@datsun2000.com > > > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > > > http://www.team.net/archive > > > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 07:55:33 2009 From: "Ralph Steinberg" To: "datsun" Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 09:54:05 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Historic racing at BeaveRun Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Racers, I am the director of competition for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association's Historic racing at BeaveRun. For 26 years PVGPA has been holding races on the streets of downtown Pittsburgh in Schenley Park. 6 years ago we started a series to kick the weeklong celebration off at BeaveRun. This race weekend is predominately for cars that either or not eligible to race the streets of Schenley or for various other reasons can't. Last year we held an impromptu Trans-Am - why not, many of my drivers raced in the original in the cars they had there - It went over well and this year we decided to make a full Trans-Am class. I would like to invite you and any of your friends to come out and race with us July 10-13, 2009. We really want this group to work and make it a permanent part of our schedule. As you may know this is a charity event and over the past 26 years we at PVGPA have given to our charities, Pittsburgh Autistic Society and the Allegheny School close to 3 million dollars. Yes, given to them not just raised. I can extend the early bird deadline to June 20th for any Trans-AM cars that enter. For more information, forms, links etc please go to www.cloverleaf-auto.com and click the vintage race button. Click the BeaveRun link next and everything you need should be there or linked there. Hope to see you there Ralph Steinberg Director of Competition PVGPA BeaveRun Historics ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 08:29:00 2009 From: "Ed Mitchell" To: Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 08:28:40 -0600 Subject: [Roadsters] Dead Betty Lives again Well...after reading some archived emails...and perusing the 311 forums archives...I finally figured out what I was missingMy Distributor was out of time after the engine rebuild...How Obviouswell now. ButDead Betty is Running...after 3 (long) years...she lives againRan her last night for about an hour...to seat the ringsand adjust the liftersgunna go this morning to see if theres Unexplained Puddlesbut Sadly when I sit in itmy head exceeds max height (by 6 over the windshield)Probably gunna look like a bobble head driving itbut Ill scootch down : ) Dunno why the previous owner(s) allowed her to decay so.buthopefully shell never see that neglect again Thanks to all of you for your help with little tidbits and hints thru email Ed Mitchell  Living in the land of Maqana 1967.5 Datsun Roadster 1600 - SPL311-12761 http://www.ziaroc.com/ http://rides.webshots.com/album/559322539UXctqG <--Dead Betty : ) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 08:46:05 2009 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 07:45:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Headlight dimmer switch removal. Wiring harness removal Hey all, I broke the headlight dimmer switch trying to remove it. Now that I have it out, I still can't see the proper way I should have removed it. I'm assuming I'll be getting an aftermarket switch to replace it. Any insights? Also, what's the procedure for getting the wiring harness through the firewall? Don't see any "easy" way to do it. Thanks, Keith Downing '64 SPL 310 ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 11:57:18 2009 From: Bill Cole To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 10:50:29 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Hi every body, I have a 3 main R-16 that has very low oil pressure. Maximum pressure is in the mid 30's. The engine was recently assembled and it came in pieces so I have no idea if it had pressure issues before it was torn down for the rebuild. Until recently I just assumed the gauge was off, then I hooked up a mechanical one and it read lower than I would have liked to have seen. I started out with 30wt and now have 20-50 in it. The engine has less than 1000 miles since the rebuild, last week I rechecked the rods bearings, front and middle mains from under the car with plasticgage and they showed .0015-.002 range. I changed oil pump from another 3 main parts engine, I even honed the backing plate to get better tolerance and to take away what little wear marks it had on it. I tested the pumps and the one that is now in the car pumped better than the one I removed. I changed the rocker assembly in case it was causing the problem. All that and it still has low pressure on the original and on a mechanical gauge too, 10lbs under 2000 RPM and over 2000 RPM. it goes up into the 30's. So today I removed the coil wire, spark plugs, and the rocker arm assembly and turned the engine over with the starter, it went very fast to where I expected oil to surface from the galley going up threw the head to lube the rockers, nothing appeared, are my expectations wrong, I would have expected oil to flow. I'm leaning toward pulling the engine and rechecking everything inside. More than likely will also re-bearing it. Any suggestions would be appreciated, or if you had similar issues with a rebuild I would like to find out what the problem was, it may help me keep the original engine in the car. Thanks... Bill ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 12:16:08 2009 From: "Matthew Smith" To: Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 13:02:58 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Boone EI cap and rotor Hi All, Somehow I always lose this info. What cap and rotor do I ask for when doing a tune up on a Gary Boone EI for a U20? Thank you, Matt Smith ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 12:17:50 2009 From: Eddie To: Bill Cole Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 11:10:06 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Hi Bill, I JUST had my H209 RE-built because of a low oil pressure problem. The crankshaft has holes in it to lube the bearings. If a bearing slips, the hole gets covered, and the oil pressure drops. In my case, a bearing melted, and the melted metal plugged the oil lube hole... The cause we suspect was due to not enough pre-lube when the guy rebuilt it, AND because he put the distributor drive in wrong, and it took awhile to figure that out, it was cranked a number of times to get it started. The thought is that the cranking may have dried the bearing out... But, that's speculation. It is also IMPERATIVE that you pre-oil the entire car before starting. I used a "pressure can" full of oil, inserted the tip into the oil gauge hole, and forced oil inside the entire thing so it wasn't starting "dry" Eddie Bill Cole wrote: > Hi every body, I have a 3 main R-16 that has very low oil pressure. > Maximum pressure is in the mid 30's. The engine was recently assembled > and it came in pieces so I have no idea if it had pressure issues > before it was torn down for the rebuild. Until recently I just assumed > the gauge was off, then I hooked up a mechanical one and it read lower > than I would have liked to have seen. I started out with 30wt and now > have 20-50 in it. > The engine has less than 1000 miles since the rebuild, last week > I rechecked the rods bearings, front and middle mains from under the > car with plasticgage and they showed .0015-.002 range. I changed oil > pump from another 3 main parts engine, I even honed the backing plate > to get better tolerance and to take away what little wear marks it had > on it. I tested the pumps and the one that is now in the car pumped > better than the one I removed. I changed the rocker assembly in case > it was causing the problem. All that and it still has low pressure on > the original and on a mechanical gauge too, 10lbs under 2000 RPM and > over 2000 RPM. it goes up into the 30's. So today I removed the coil > wire, spark plugs, and the rocker arm assembly and turned the engine > over with the starter, it went very fast to where I expected oil to > surface from the galley going up threw the head to lube the rockers, > nothing appeared, are my expectations wrong, I would have expected oil > to flow. > I'm leaning toward pulling the engine and rechecking everything > inside. More than likely will also re-bearing it. Any suggestions > would be appreciated, or if you had similar issues with a rebuild I > would like to find out what the problem was, it may help me keep the > original engine in the car. Thanks... Bill > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 12:30:34 2009 From: Stan Chernoff To: whamba@earthlink.net, Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 11:30:02 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Boone EI cap and rotor Matt, Ask for one for a 1980 Datsun 210 Stan ========= At 11:02 AM 5/31/2009, Matthew Smith wrote: >Hi All, > >Somehow I always lose this info. What cap and rotor do I ask for when doing >a tune up on a Gary Boone EI for a U20? > > > >Thank you, > >Matt Smith >________________________________________ ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 14:11:18 2009 From: Kevin Koskela To: Datsun List Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 13:10:41 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] 67 1/2 1600 for sale - Modesto, CA area - $6900 Anyone in the Northern California / Modesto area looking for a clean roadster? I'm looking to sell the "green machine" in the next two weeks if [possible and will accept offers below my $6900 asking price. I've had a couple calls lately so if you've been thinking about it, now is the time! You can see my cars.com ad and some pictures here: http://autos.yahoo.com/used-cars/datsun-1600-cars288376402 It's in great shape as you can see from the pictures. It would be a nice car for someone who wanted to get into the Datsun Roadster scene as the car is solid mechanically and comes with a bunch of spare parts that I have collected over the years. The title is clean. I've had the car for about 10 years and bought it from a friend of mine when he moved to PA. He had it for probably about 10 years before me. The car has been professionally painted and is a metallic racing green color. Looks better in person than on the pictures. I've had the interior professionally restored and had a roll bar and head rests from another Datsun roadster installed. Also, the interior is done in leather with very nice carpets. I had a new soft top installed at the same time. The car has been garaged the whole time and is super clean - no rust. The soft top looks pretty much brand new. Some of the other new parts are a restored (new) radiator, a newly machined cylinder head, and a few other odds and ends. It is mostly original. One other thing is I have about 10 boxes of spare parts - a little of just about everything. For my full price ($6900 asking), you can have any or all of these parts you want. I will be selling whatever the buyer of this car doesn't want on ebay. There is easily over $1000 of parts here including some hard to find latches and extra soft top frame and a bunch of gauges. Also, I have 95% of a spare engine that could be used to build a stroker (bored out) motor if one wanted to. Call or email with questions. Thanks! Kevin (209) 743-9757 (cell) ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 15:19:44 2009 From: "dave" To: "'Bill Cole'" , Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 17:17:30 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Bill, I think there is a plug with a tiny restriction that goes behind the timing chain tensioner. I know there was one on the H20 I tore down. If that was left out, might explain the pressure loss and lack of flow to the top. You need to remove the tensioner to check for it, but easier than pulling the engine. There may be other plugs like it somewhere else too, but I remember that one. Hope it's something simple like that. Dave Brisco -----Original Message----- From: Bill Cole [mailto:datrock@centurytel.net] Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:50 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Hi every body, I have a 3 main R-16 that has very low oil pressure. Maximum pressure is in the mid 30's. The engine was recently assembled and it came in pieces so I have no idea if it had pressure issues before it was torn down for the rebuild. Until recently I just assumed the gauge was off, then I hooked up a mechanical one and it read lower than I would have liked to have seen. I started out with 30wt and now have 20-50 in it. The engine has less than 1000 miles since the rebuild, last week I rechecked the rods bearings, front and middle mains from under the car with plasticgage and they showed .0015-.002 range. I changed oil pump from another 3 main parts engine, I even honed the backing plate to get better tolerance and to take away what little wear marks it had on it. I tested the pumps and the one that is now in the car pumped better than the one I removed. I changed the rocker assembly in case it was causing the problem. All that and it still has low pressure on the original and on a mechanical gauge too, 10lbs under 2000 RPM and over 2000 RPM. it goes up into the 30's. So today I removed the coil wire, spark plugs, and the rocker arm assembly and turned the engine over with the starter, it went very fast to where I expected oil to surface from the galley going up threw the head to lube the rockers, nothing appeared, are my expectations wrong, I would have expected oil to flow. I'm leaning toward pulling the engine and rechecking everything inside. More than likely will also re-bearing it. Any suggestions would be appreciated, or if you had similar issues with a rebuild I would like to find out what the problem was, it may help me keep the original engine in the car. Thanks... Bill ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 15:27:49 2009 From: Eddie To: dave Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 14:27:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure There is another plug on the rear of the engine as well, but if that was left out, you'd know pretty quickly because you'd fill the clutch area with out, and it would leak out... Eddie dave wrote: > Bill, I think there is a plug with a tiny restriction that goes behind the > timing chain tensioner. I know there was one on the H20 I tore down. If > that was left out, might explain the pressure loss and lack of flow to the > top. You need to remove the tensioner to check for it, but easier than > pulling the engine. > There may be other plugs like it somewhere else too, but I remember that > one. > Hope it's something simple like that. > > Dave Brisco > > -----Original Message----- > From: Bill Cole [mailto:datrock@centurytel.net] > Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:50 PM > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure > > Hi every body, I have a 3 main R-16 that has very low oil pressure. > Maximum pressure is in the mid 30's. The engine was recently assembled > and it came in pieces so I have no idea if it had pressure issues before > it was torn down for the rebuild. Until recently I just assumed the > gauge was off, then I hooked up a mechanical one and it read lower than > I would have liked to have seen. I started out with 30wt and now have > 20-50 in it. > The engine has less than 1000 miles since the rebuild, last week > I rechecked the rods bearings, front and middle mains from under the car > with plasticgage and they showed .0015-.002 range. I changed oil pump > from another 3 main parts engine, I even honed the backing plate to get > better tolerance and to take away what little wear marks it had on it. I > tested the pumps and the one that is now in the car pumped better than > the one I removed. I changed the rocker assembly in case it was causing > the problem. All that and it still has low pressure on the original and > on a mechanical gauge too, 10lbs under 2000 RPM and over 2000 RPM. it > goes up into the 30's. So today I removed the coil wire, spark plugs, > and the rocker arm assembly and turned the engine over with the starter, > it went very fast to where I expected oil to surface from the galley > going up threw the head to lube the rockers, nothing appeared, are my > expectations wrong, I would have expected oil to flow. > I'm leaning toward pulling the engine and rechecking everything > inside. More than likely will also re-bearing it. Any suggestions would > be appreciated, or if you had similar issues with a rebuild I would like > to find out what the problem was, it may help me keep the original > engine in the car. Thanks... Bill > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as eddietude@socal.rr.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 16:39:56 2009 From: jim williams To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 15:37:35 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Convertible Top On the original top the 4 sockets on the right and left side are made into the top. On an after market top you would need to cut and restitch to get the same look???? My question is are those who have replaced their top and leaving these exposed? Thanks Jim Williams Lewisburg, West Virginia ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 16:48:27 2009 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'Bill Cole'" , Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 18:48:04 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Bill, Eddie could very well be correct in his diagnosis, but let me throw out another thought. These old Datsun cast blocks can have lots of flashing on them. Flashing that for some reason the factory never removed. If during the rebuild a piece of it came loose, it may be stuck in an oil passage somewhere. If you pull the motor back out and all the rotating stuff rotates, you may want to check out all the oil passages. At Sloan Racing I think we've found more flashing in the coolant passages than oil. It usually works its way to the radiator. Anybody rebuilding a G15, R16, or U20, should take the time to clean up the block before reassembling. Paul Ohio -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bill Cole Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 1:50 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Hi every body, I have a 3 main R-16 that has very low oil pressure. Maximum pressure is in the mid 30's. The engine was recently assembled and it came in pieces so I have no idea if it had pressure issues before it was torn down for the rebuild. Until recently I just assumed the gauge was off, then I hooked up a mechanical one and it read lower than I would have liked to have seen. I started out with 30wt and now have 20-50 in it. The engine has less than 1000 miles since the rebuild, last week I rechecked the rods bearings, front and middle mains from under the car with plasticgage and they showed .0015-.002 range. I changed oil pump from another 3 main parts engine, I even honed the backing plate to get better tolerance and to take away what little wear marks it had on it. I tested the pumps and the one that is now in the car pumped better than the one I removed. I changed the rocker assembly in case it was causing the problem. All that and it still has low pressure on the original and on a mechanical gauge too, 10lbs under 2000 RPM and over 2000 RPM. it goes up into the 30's. So today I removed the coil wire, spark plugs, and the rocker arm assembly and turned the engine over with the starter, it went very fast to where I expected oil to surface from the galley going up threw the head to lube the rockers, nothing appeared, are my expectations wrong, I would have expected oil to flow. I'm leaning toward pulling the engine and rechecking everything inside. More than likely will also re-bearing it. Any suggestions would be appreciated, or if you had similar issues with a rebuild I would like to find out what the problem was, it may help me keep the original engine in the car. Thanks... Bill You are subscribed as 9laser3@bright.net Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 16:55:46 2009 From: Bill Cole To: dave Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 15:48:05 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure Hi Dave, I know the plug your talking about, it is in there, it might be loosened up but it is behind the tensioner. I remember when assembling the engine I couldn't find the brass plug that came with the engine, so I removed the one in the 3 main parts engine I have, then later I found the original one and put it in the parts engine. I swapped oil filter mounts and that did not change the pressure. I also thought about installing a 2 liter pump to see if it helps... Bill ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 16:57:52 2009 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'Eddie'" , "'dave'" Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 18:57:38 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low Oil Pressure If you ever pull that plug with the motor apart, don't bother to replace it. Taps the hole and PLUG it. I've seen a few of them pop out after reinstalled. Paul Ohio -----Original Message----- On Behalf Of Eddie There is another plug on the rear of the engine as well, but if that was left out, you'd know pretty quickly because you'd fill the clutch area with out, and it would leak out... Eddie ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 17:09:54 2009 From: Gary tew To: jim williams Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 16:07:05 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Convertible Top Mine are exposed. Gary Tew '67 1600 Phoenix On May 31, 2009, at 3:37 PM, jim williams wrote: > On the original top the 4 sockets on the right and left side are > made into the top. On an after market top you would need to cut and > restitch to get the same look???? My question is are those who > have replaced their top and leaving these exposed? > Thanks > > > > Jim Williams Lewisburg, West Virginia > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as garytew@cox.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 17:14:34 2009 From: "dave" To: , Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 19:14:22 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Boone EI cap and rotor 1980 Nissan 310 with an A15 engine Dave Brisco ECR -----Original Message----- From: Matthew Smith [mailto:whamba@earthlink.net] Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 2:03 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Boone EI cap and rotor Hi All, Somehow I always lose this info. What cap and rotor do I ask for when doing a tune up on a Gary Boone EI for a U20? Thank you, Matt Smith ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 18:41:01 2009 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 20:39:58 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Cap This Beck Arnley cap fits the 210 and 310 per RockAuto www.rockauto.com BECK/ARNLEY Part # 1743145 Linda ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 20:45:24 2009 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Eddie" , "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 21:45:13 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Steering box adjustment question... Eddie, Are you talking about an early, or Type "A" box? I know nothing of the Type "B" boxes fitted in 1969 (?) and 1970. The Type "A" boxes are worm and roller. The screw and locknut you mention are, indeed, for adjusting the clearance between the roller and the worm gear. The worm is machined in such a way that the clearance between the roller and the gear is at a minimum when the wheels are straight ahead, i.e., "on center", if everything else is lined up correctly. With the roller adjusted while on center, the clearance between the worm and roller increases as the steering is turned left or right. The worm gear tends to wear right on center. You will be able to tell whether yours is worn if you take up the clearance on center, and then experience tight spots immediately to the left or right of center. I am not aware of any way to correct this other than 1) to replace the worm gear, which is very expensive, or 2) to find a good used box. You can also replace the "A" box with a "B" box, but I understand the bolt holes on the "B" boxes do not line up quite right with the mounting holes in the chassis, but this can be altered suitably. The "B" boxes (I think) are worm and sector, and do not experience the same sort of uncorrectable wear that plagues the "A" boxes. I am dealing with this issue on one of my cars right now. I bought a good used box, and am in the process of exchanging it with the box in the car. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 3:30 AM Subject: [Roadsters] Steering box adjustment question... > Ok, here's another question for the guru's.. > > I noticed that the top of my steering box, right next to the oil filler > plug, is a nut on a shaft that has a slot for a screwdriver. Is this an > adjustment to remove "play" in the gearbox? > > My box has about 1.5" of play in it. > > My 1974 Toyota Celica I had when I was a kid had a similar looking screw. > If the gearbox had play in it, you loosened the nut, turned the screw > clockwise just until it stopped, and that would remove the play in the > wheel. > Before I did that, i wanted to check and see if the roadster gearbox was > similar. If not, what is that for on the gearbox? > > Thanks all... > > Eddie > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun May 31 21:09:02 2009 From: Eddie To: Gary and Cindy Ault Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 20:04:13 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Steering box adjustment question... I have an early box. All I did was loosen the lock nut, turn the shaft with a screwdriver until I felt a little resistance, then locked the locknut back down. All of the play is gone, and I don't have any problems with "tight spots" or anything else. It works fine, and the steering is tight... :-) Eddie Gary and Cindy Ault wrote: > Eddie, > > Are you talking about an early, or Type "A" box? I know nothing of > the Type "B" boxes fitted in 1969 (?) and 1970. > > The Type "A" boxes are worm and roller. The screw and locknut you > mention are, indeed, for adjusting the clearance between the roller > and the worm gear. The worm is machined in such a way that the > clearance between the roller and the gear is at a minimum when the > wheels are straight ahead, i.e., "on center", if everything else is > lined up correctly. With the roller adjusted while on center, the > clearance between the worm and roller increases as the steering is > turned left or right. > > The worm gear tends to wear right on center. You will be able to tell > whether yours is worn if you take up the clearance on center, and then > experience tight spots immediately to the left or right of center. I > am not aware of any way to correct this other than 1) to replace the > worm gear, which is very expensive, or 2) to find a good used box. > You can also replace the "A" box with a "B" box, but I understand the > bolt holes on the "B" boxes do not line up quite right with the > mounting holes in the chassis, but this can be altered suitably. The > "B" boxes (I think) are worm and sector, and do not experience the > same sort of uncorrectable wear that plagues the "A" boxes. > > I am dealing with this issue on one of my cars right now. I bought a > good used box, and am in the process of exchanging it with the box in > the car. > > Gary > > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eddie" > To: "Datsun Roadster List" > Sent: Sunday, May 31, 2009 3:30 AM > Subject: [Roadsters] Steering box adjustment question... > > >> Ok, here's another question for the guru's.. >> >> I noticed that the top of my steering box, right next to the oil >> filler plug, is a nut on a shaft that has a slot for a screwdriver. >> Is this an adjustment to remove "play" in the gearbox? >> >> My box has about 1.5" of play in it. >> >> My 1974 Toyota Celica I had when I was a kid had a similar looking >> screw. If the gearbox had play in it, you loosened the nut, turned >> the screw clockwise just until it stopped, and that would remove the >> play in the wheel. >> Before I did that, i wanted to check and see if the roadster gearbox >> was similar. If not, what is that for on the gearbox? >> >> Thanks all... >> >> Eddie >> ________________________________________ >> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html >> >> You are subscribed as aultgc@att.net >> >> Datsun-roadsters mailing list >> >> http://www.team.net/archive >> >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters ________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Datsun-roadsters mailing list http://www.team.net/archive http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters