From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 01:49:31 2010 From: Mark J Bradakis To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 01:10:49 -0600 (MDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Fools and Funding No, this is not a political rant about the scoundrels on Capitol Hill. I'll rant about that elsewhere, probably the prattle forum on the Team.Net forums. For the moment, though, consider this my annual State of Team.Net speech. It is getting sent out on All Fool's Day. More on that in a bit. Back in April of 1991 the domain team.net was registered. We are 19 years old this month. Of course there were a few years before then that email was just sent to various places as the lists were in their infancy. The patriarch of the family was SOL, the Scions of Lucas, thanks to Dale Cook and Jim Muller. Now there are over 60 Team.Net email lists, and about 14,000 subscribers scattered about the planet. And 19 years old describes my age when I moved to Salt Lake City, a young lad looking for adventure in the mountains through climbing and skiing. And many an adventure was to be had. The biggest was no doubt the Weird Winter Wall trip of 1977. I really need to write that up, get a bunch of the slides digitized to share with others. The short version is that I am amazingly lucky to still be alive. It was April 1st, 1977 when the four of us, hungry and exhausted, demoralized and chilled to the bone sat on a mountainside in the Wind Rivers and watched the sun come up. Sunrises are always beautiful, but to this day those firstly faint glowing streaks of red, orange and gold have never looked so welcome as on that morning. We knew we'd make it, we'd see more sunrises. It seems appropriate that we returned to civilization on April Fool's day. A winter ascent of the North Face of Mt. Hooker seems a fool's errand in hindsight. But I survived. And Team.Net has survived. There have certainly been many times over the years when I've felt the fool for putting in the effort to keep it going. Just hitting the off switch and walking away would have been so easy. But far more prominent are the occasions where a well crafted message, an unsolicited thank you or donation, a T shirt or some trinket unexpectedly showing up at my doorstep makes me realize what a treasure Team.Net has been over the years. There are untold old classics out there still on the road, thanks to you folks. Sure, you may have never turned a wrench on them, or pushed them in or out of the garage, but the technical support provided, along with the email equivalent of a friendly smile and a heartfelt pat on the back has kept folks going. They've taken that fool's errand of a hopeless restoration and brought it back from near death to see another sunrise. If you see fit, please make use of the information provided at http://www.team.net/donate.html mjb. "But look, the morn in russet mantle clad walks o'er the dew of yon high eastward hill" Hamlet, Wm. Shakespeare ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 08:01:03 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 06:26:44 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 09:00:30 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 07:08:51 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I know a little about metal, and I hope the parts were re-hardened after welding. If not, they won't last long..... Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 9:26 AM I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 10:17:14 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 08:15:42 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild Well, it lasted 17 years to date, so... ________________________________ From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Sent: Thu, April 1, 2010 7:08:51 AM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I know a little about metal, and I hope the parts were re-hardened after welding. If not, they won't last long..... Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 9:26 AM I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 10:47:13 2010 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:40:40 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild How is rehardening done on the metal? Linda -----Original Message----- From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Sent: Thu, Apr 1, 2010 7:08 am Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I know a little about metal, and I hope the parts were re-hardened after welding. If not, they won't last long..... Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 9:26 AM I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 10:56:34 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 09:14:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild Heat treatment. There are different methods for different metals. If the metal is too hard, it is brittle and will crack under strain. Frequently, a part id heated to a red color and quenched in either an oil or water bath. I'm no expert and have forgotten much I learned way back in college. Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, ljordan704@netscape.net wrote: From: ljordan704@netscape.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 11:40 AM How is rehardening done on the metal? Linda -----Original Message----- From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Sent: Thu, Apr 1, 2010 7:08 am Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I know a little about metal, and I hope the parts were re-hardened after welding. If not, they won't last long..... Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 9:26 AM I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 11:40:09 2010 From: "Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-ED10)" To: Linda Jordan , "gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com" Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 11:52:48 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I would assume the gears are case hardened for tooth durability/fracture resistance. If that is true then the heat effected zone from a good weld should be localized and not effect the hardness. I have not done hardness testing on a Roadster gear to verify this. Phil SEROC On 4/1/10 10:40 AM, "Linda Jordan" wrote: How is rehardening done on the metal? Linda -----Original Message----- From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Sent: Thu, Apr 1, 2010 7:08 am Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild I know a little about metal, and I hope the parts were re-hardened after welding. If not, they won't last long..... Jim --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] 5 Speed Rebuild To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 9:26 AM I just picked up my rebuilt 5 speed yesterday. It was rebuilt by Skip at Miller Sports Imports in Pasadena, CA. I purchased the car in February from a fellow on The List in Dallas and brought it back to So Cal. I was told by the PO that the "5th gear neutral" problem was fixed back in '93. But I had the problem while driving the car back to So Cal, so I was wondering about that. Skip found some interesting things when he opened it up. The gear and the press piece HAD been welded. But the welds had not been ground smooth. These raised welds would not allow the nut to cinch down tight, so the nut backed off anyway over the past 17 years. Make sure the welds are ground smooth. Also, the synchro, retainer clips and all that stuff that goes back on to the gear were non-existant. This was quite the shock to him, and had him wondering how it even shifted into 5th, but it did. Those parts were no longer available, but he was able to locate some used ones, so all is well. Now, to get it all put back in, and ready for an event filled April. Keith ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/phillip.b.hall@msfc.na sa.gov ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 16:01:58 2010 From: "Tom Hendricksen" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:11:54 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Owners Looking For A Buyer And Value Info received an of inquiry about pricing a 1500 Roadster from a potential seller. If he is in your area maybe you can give him some help. I am not familiar with the seller or the car. NAME=Gary von Tersch ADDRESS1=gvont@comcast.net COMMENTS=Hi folks--I have a 1965 Datsun 1500 Fair Lady 1500--vin # 10927D--body type CNVPL310 I want to sell & can't figure out price to ask--I'm in San Mateo, CA--can you help me? Gary ================== Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org Looking for a new sponsor ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 1 17:30:59 2010 From: Dan Zubkoff To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Thu, 1 Apr 2010 15:38:09 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Owners Looking For A Buyer And Value Info Well....That was my old car!! I sold it to Gary back in 2000. Nice car, running a stroker R18. I'll touch base with Gary. Dan Zubkoff Houston, TX --- On Thu, 4/1/10, Tom Hendricksen wrote: From: Tom Hendricksen received an of inquiry about pricing a 1500 Roadster from a potential seller. If he is in your area maybe you can give him some help. I am not familiar with the seller or the car. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 06:17:47 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 07:22:28 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] U20 hose & wires Trying to help a friend bring a U20 back to the road and it's time to set the motor up with coolant & electricity. What after-market plug wires fit well? I know he could buy a V8 kit and make two sets, but is there another 4 cylinder's set that would work? And is there an after-market upper radiator hose that works well or should he order a stock one? He has a generic hose that will fit, but I don't like the tight bent at the water pump and I'm looking for something better. TIA, Paul Ohio ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 08:32:15 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 09:44:26 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] The NEW Datsun Roadster Book Good morning: We'd like to announce our NEW Datsun Roadster Book to accompany our reprint owners manuals. The NEW Datsun Roadster Book!! Starting todayThe Datsun Roadster Book returns - now with THREE parts. Summary of the 3rd edition * It is now THREE Parts - (different) * We reduced the font to save paper and printing costs - (different) * The font reduction saved over 50 pages compared to the old format - (different) * Even after the font reduction it still has over 880 pages! - (different) * It has 9 more road tests - many from foreign magazines this time - (different) * It has 44 more pages of translation and pictures from Fairlady I and II - (different) * It has more old Datsun Competition Bulletins and a copy of one of the very FIRST comp catalogs - (different) * The pages are now WHITE instead of GREY - you'll soon see why - (different) * The covers remain GREY like the first two editions and you'll see why later - (NOT different) * We've included 3 classic Datsun Service Bulletins, two that announced the introduction of the 67 1/2 cars and the 68 high-windshield cars - (different) * A LOT more information overall - (different) * We've included pictures of our restored 1968 2000 to boast a little - (different) * All three parts now have COLOR illustrations - that's why the white pages - (REALLY different) Pls visit our revised website for more information. Thanks to all who have supported us in the past. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 09:05:58 2010 From: "Chris & Christy Breyer" To: Autox Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 07:30:25 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Fwd: One Week Away ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: SoCalROC Date: Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 7:27 AM Subject: One Week Away To: socalroc@gmail.com *The SoCalROC 10 Year Anniversary Celebration * *Is One Week Away* *April 10, 2010 - 12:Noon * *2992 Quebec Drive - Riverside, CA 925043* ** We hope you all can make it. Side Dish Pot-Luck - TACO Vendor on Site - *FREE* Tacos! Commemorative Dash Plaque personally signed by Mr. K for this celebration We are looking forward to a great time with everyone For more information: www.socalroc.net (click on Mr. K Picture) Cheers *Chris* -- SoCalROC Southern California Datsun Roadster Owners Club Dedicated to the Driving and Restoration of Datsun Roadsters www.socalroc.net -- Our Classic Rides: '66 1600 '70 521 510 Wagon in my dreasms Riverside, CA ------------------------------------------------------ If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Datsun, then you are lucky enough. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 10:50:01 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: Roadster List Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 10:54:17 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale $285,000 you get a slice of motorsports history http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/blog/2010/04/01/kidney-anyone-imsa-gtu-datsun-240z/ -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 12:04:51 2010 From: steven boortz To: Dave Cooke , Roadster List Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 10:07:06 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale all of Canepa's cars are priced in the stratosphere. ________________________________ From: Dave Cooke To: Roadster List Sent: Fri, April 2, 2010 8:54:17 AM Subject: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale $285,000 you get a slice of motorsports history http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/blog/2010/04/01/kidney-anyone-imsa-gtu-datsun-240z/ -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 12:35:08 2010 From: "oliver" To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list" Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 12:48:07 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] searching hi, all. sorry for this interruption . . . someone sent out a link to a site that searches other for sale kinds of sites and puts it together so you can search craigslist, ebay, autotrader, etc all at once. anyone know what that is? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 12:36:25 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 13:54:54 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] The NEW Datsun Roadster Book - in Three Parts Good afternoon: We'd like to announce our NEW Datsun Roadster Book to accompany our reprint OWner's manuals. Starting today, The Datsun Roadster Book returns - now in THREE parts. We reduced font to save paper and printing costs Even after the font reduction it is still over 880 pages There are 9 more road tests It has more old Datsun Comp bulletins including one of the very first comp catalogs The pages are now WHITE instead of GREY There are three vintage Datsun Service Bulletins There is a lot more information including 44 more pages translated from the Fairlady I and II books. Pls visit our revised website for more information - a link is at my signature. Thanks to all who have supported us in the past. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 13:24:38 2010 From: RWM To: 'Datsun Roadster List' Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:07:29 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale /eYJBTr: Permission denied ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 13:27:05 2010 From: Gary Boone To: Paul <9laser3@bright.net>, datsun-roadsters Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 11:43:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] U20 hose & wires Paul, I found that a plug wire set from your local auto parts store for a 1980 thru 1982 Datsun 210 fits well. If you want high performance wires, I think Ross is making sets of MSD Super Conductor wires. For hoses there's a Cooling System Wiki Section on www.311s.org with Gates part #s for hoses and belts. A few years ago, at a Car Quest, I found a molded upper hose for my U20 for a different application and it was essentially a perfect match to the original hose. It's still up in my attic, but I can't climb up there to get the part # anytime soon because I recently had knee surgery. Gary ----- Original Message ---- From: Paul <9laser3@bright.net> To: datsun-roadsters Sent: Fri, April 2, 2010 5:22:28 AM Subject: [Roadsters] U20 hose & wires Trying to help a friend bring a U20 back to the road and it's time to set the motor up with coolant & electricity. What after-market plug wires fit well? I know he could buy a V8 kit and make two sets, but is there another 4 cylinder's set that would work? And is there an after-market upper radiator hose that works well or should he order a stock one? He has a generic hose that will fit, but I don't like the tight bent at the water pump and I'm looking for something better. TIA, Paul Ohio ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 14:04:38 2010 From: "Joe Russo" To: "'oliver'" , "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 14:52:52 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] searching www.searchtempest.com -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of oliver Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 1:48 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list Subject: [Roadsters] searching hi, all. sorry for this interruption . . . someone sent out a link to a site that searches other for sale kinds of sites and puts it together so you can search craigslist, ebay, autotrader, etc all at once. anyone know what that is? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/jrusso07@rochester.rr. com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 14:47:38 2010 From: RWM To: 'Datsun Roadster List' Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:28:51 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale What did the Electramotive car eventually sell for? steven boortz wrote: > all of Canepa's cars are priced in the stratosphere. > > > > > ________________________________ > From: Dave Cooke > To: Roadster List > Sent: Fri, April 2, 2010 8:54:17 AM > Subject: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale > > $285,000 you get a slice of motorsports history > > http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/blog/2010/04/01/kidney-anyone-imsa-gtu-datsun-240z ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 14:51:36 2010 From: toolmansj2@comcast.net To: Roadster list Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2010 20:03:43 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Need a dizzy Who has deals on a on a dizzy I was thinking just a rebuilt recurved standard dizzy. Not sure I can afford a ei at this time. But I just want to drive my car. Thanks Shaun 1969 2000 U20%0D%0A2007 Titan 4x4 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 16:06:03 2010 From: vulforge@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:24:05 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] search tool This one used to work: www.search.restrainingbolt.com 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 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 2 19:35:48 2010 From: "Graeme" To: "'Dave Cooke'" , "'Roadster List'" Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 11:06:30 +1030 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale Well, I'm out, I've only got one kidney left!! To: Roadster List Subject: [Roadsters] OT - Kidney, Anyone? IMSA GTU Datsun 240Z for sale $285,000 you get a slice of motorsports history ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 3 10:33:27 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 11:56:58 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] =?windows-1256?q?THE_DATSUN_ROADSTER_BOOK=22-NEW_EDIT?= Pls visit our webite for some exciting new developments including the NEW 3-part Datsun Roadster Book. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 3 12:30:50 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 13:48:37 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Wires & hoses Thanks for all the U20 hose and wire solutions. I'm sure Roger will find something that works! Paul Ohio ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 3 13:41:39 2010 From: Jeff Torres To: Datsun Roadster Mail Date: Sat, 3 Apr 2010 12:09:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Solvang SHow Stuff Hey All, Only 21 days left till Solvang 2010. I willbe updating the participant list in the next few days. We have had a bunch more register! Also, I have talked with a bunh of you regarding show donations..Thank you very much. If you are going to send something now is the time..or let me know if you are gonna be bringing it to the show. For those of you who I have talked to who can't make it, but still want to donate, Please send to: Jeff Torres 6414 22nd Ave Lemoore CA, 93245 Thanks to all for their help and support...keep those registrations comin'! Jeff ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 4 19:57:43 2010 From: "Marcus Pryor" To: Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 17:21:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] 68 2000 Hi all. I have been away for quite a while, but am back now ready to work on my car. Back in 2004 I purchased a 68 2000. I had to put off starting on it until I could resolve some health problems. The engine is in a machine shop getting ready for a complete rebuild. I will do a body on restoration after I get it running. I am about to order a turbo kit for it. I already have an Isky cam and twin Webers. I purchased a high windshield 1600 for body parts. It doesn't have a title so I will be parting it out. I will be selling the engine, tranny and rear end. If anyone has any special needs, give me a holler. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 4 20:57:16 2010 From: Mike Faggart To: datsun list Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 21:15:24 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] 1968 SRL311 Hi Listers, Just wanted to put it out on the list that I have a 1968 2000 that is now for sale. It is white with red interior and black top. I will be posting pictures soon. So, if you know anyone that is looking for a nice roadster, have them call me. I live in Salisbury, NC. Yes, the car is drivable. Just been in the garage for the winter. Started it yesterday, ran good. BTW, I will be throwing in an extra set of u20 timing gears and a hot cam if I can find it. Let me know..... -- Mike Faggart 704-640-5914 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 14:34:00 2010 From: The Ken Pearce To: Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:37:51 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] 5th gear neutral , Ahoy Roadster fans and transmission experts, Long time no see, but it's finally time to get my 68-2000 back on the road in time for Shasta 2010! (Is it still the weekend after 4th of July?) I'm going back together with my 5spd transmission after suffering the 5th gear neutral problem and I'm looking for some pointers from transmission experts and those that have done it before. I had the 5th gear welded at a machine shop and they did a competent job. The weld bead is just *slightly* higher than the surface of the gear, I've considered filing this down but don't want to diminish the strength of the weld. We're talking 1/32 or at most 1/16 of an inch higher. My question: When the manual calls for 250-ft-lbs or torque for the main shaft nut, are they talking about the larger nut which goes against the ball-locked-spacer, or are they talking about the locknut (I think they call it "locking plate")? If I tighten the thicker nut too much (even just hand tight), the 5th gear has trouble rolling on it's roller bearings. The manual says "do not tighten" in regards to the larger nut, so is this a matter of adjusting it against the spacer so that 5th gear can still move on it's roller bearings and then using 250-ft-lbs on the locknut? And should I spot weld those two nuts to one another? Anyone ever tried to take welded nuts apart later??? Hacksaw? Parts vendors be on alert, I'll be looking for timing chains, valves, cam tower shims, head gasket, intake-exhaust gasket, 5spd tranny seals, and I'm sure a lot more in the coming 2 weeks. Thanks, Ken Pearce Bellingham, WA 68-2000 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 20:30:48 2010 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 19:55:12 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Buzzer question Why after ownership of a 1970 1600 for seven years would the door buzzer start working? Any reasonable responses will be appreciated. I love my Dastuns! Steve ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 21:32:15 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 21:32:15 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Test Is this getting thru? Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 21:32:48 2010 From: Gary McCormick To: Steve Harvey Date: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:35:56 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? Possibly there was corrosion on the contacts, and it wore off... ? Gary McCormick San Jose, CA Steve Harvey wrote: > Why after ownership of a 1970 1600 for seven years would the door buzzer > start working? Any reasonable responses will be appreciated. I love my > Dastuns! > > > > Steve > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gkmcc@sbcglobal.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 21:33:34 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 20:45:35 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] What is the length of the original wiper blade on a Is it 13" or 14" or ? My 68 has 13" blades & my 69 has 14" blades, neither look correct to me :P -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 21:33:48 2010 From: "Graeme" To: "'Steve Harvey'" , Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:29:41 +0930 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question Why not! "Buzzer question Why after ownership of a 1970 1600 for seven years would the door buzzer start working? Any reasonable responses will be appreciated. I love my Dastuns! Steve" ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 21:59:17 2010 From: "E Scanlon" To: "Steve Harvey" , Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 19:25:20 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question A) You finally dislodged the little bit of crud inside the ignition lock housing that prevented the contacts from making contact? B) The care and maintenance you've expended on the surfaces have finally resulted in the door switch finally making good ground contact and completing the circuit? Just two off the top of my head. E > Why after ownership of a 1970 1600 for seven years would the door buzzer > start working? Any reasonable responses will be appreciated. I love my > Dastuns! > > > > Steve ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 5 22:55:50 2010 From: Gary Callahan To: Roadster List , Scott Sheeler Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 20:23:15 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Test No! ;~) Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Scott Sheeler wrote: From: Scott Sheeler Subject: [Roadsters] Test To: "Roadster List" Date: Monday, April 5, 2010, 6:32 PM Is this getting thru? Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcallahan@prodigy.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 6 12:10:13 2010 From: "Daniel Heinze" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 09:49:52 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Update--- Re: U20 Crank Pulley (Harmonic Balancer) Thanks to all who responded about the noisy harmonic balancer. Here's what's up... Diagnosis -- the rubber in the harmonic balancer has rotted and pieces have even broken loose and fallen out. It was not hitting the cross member, but it did have enough play that it would occasionally hit the top dead center marker just enough to make all the noise. I had previously relocated the alternator to the right side of the engine, and so the belt tends to pull the crank in that direction. Planned Fix -- the harmonic balancer is packaged and ready to ship to Dale Mfg for a silicon rebuild. Thanks to Fred Davidson for the pointer to Dale Mfg. Cost for the rebuild is $108. NOS parts are available from the roadster parts distributors for $300+. After market high performance harmonic balancers for the U20 can be found from race parts suppliers and are $400+. Hopefully the rebuild will be as advertised. I'll post again when the fix is complete. -Dan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Daniel Heinze" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 3:48 PM Subject: [Roadsters] U20 Crank Pulley (Harmonic Balancer) > At idle with the tranny in neutral and the clutch released, the crank > pulley on my U20 hits the cross member below it just enough to make a > horrible clatter. Depressing the clutch or driving the car seems to lift > the engine just enough to stop the clatter. > > What's the likelyhood that the crank pulley is out of round and needs > replacing? The engine and tranny mounts are new and in good condition. > > Any thoughts, suggestions or solutions will be appreciated. > > Thanks > > Dan Heinze > > 68 Solex 2000 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 6 12:24:19 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:56:34 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] What is the length of the original wiper blade on a resending... On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:45 PM, Dave Cooke wrote: Is it 13" or 14" or ? > My 68 has 13" blades & my 69 has 14" blades, neither look correct to me :P > > -- > Dave Cooke > Midwest Roadsters > -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 6 18:41:45 2010 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 18:16:46 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] OT - Dream Car Garage I've been swapping email with Peter Klutt (Legendary Motorcar & DCG) the past couple of days about the Mitty (unfortunately he has a schedule conflict). When I asked what it would take to make it available south of the (Canadian) border again, he said send SpeedTV an email telling them to pick it up again. So I suggest we get those cards and letters in the (electronic) mail, folks. Feedback link is Ron ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 6 23:26:39 2010 From: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" To: Gary McCormick Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:50:30 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question > Gary McCormick wrote: Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? Yea. It goes "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 6 23:28:49 2010 From: Gary McCormick To: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" Date: Tue, 06 Apr 2010 21:12:23 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question I'm familiar with the phenomenon, just never experienced it on my '70 2000... Vlaury@roadrunner.com wrote: >> >> Gary McCormick wrote: Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? > > > Yea. It goes "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 00:09:01 2010 From: Gary Boone To: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" , Gary McCormick Date: Tue, 6 Apr 2010 21:33:38 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question That buzzer is a bad sound. Anyone got any ideas for retrofitting a new buzzer with a more pleasant tone? ----- Original Message ---- From: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" To: Gary McCormick Cc: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Sent: Tue, April 6, 2010 9:50:30 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question > Gary McCormick wrote: Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? Yea. It goes "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 00:55:46 2010 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Gary Boone" , "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 00:20:07 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question As a low-windshield guy, I couldn't care less about how the late-model buzzer sounds. If I had a late-model car, one of the first things I would do would be to disconnect the buzzer. Like I did with my '73 Mazda rotary, in addition to bypassing some of the more annoying emissions control devices.... (If anyone wants to know a sure-fire way to be able to start an early '70s vintage Mazda rotary in sub-zero weather despite what the dealer might have told you, let me know.) Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gary Boone" To: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" ; "Gary McCormick" Cc: Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:33 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question > That buzzer is a bad sound. Anyone got any ideas for retrofitting a new > buzzer with a more pleasant tone? > > > ----- Original Message ---- > From: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" > To: Gary McCormick > Cc: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" > Sent: Tue, April 6, 2010 9:50:30 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question > >> Gary McCormick wrote: Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? > > > Yea. It goes "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" > ________________________________________ > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc@att.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 01:16:51 2010 From: davesmbox@aol.com To: gboone70@yahoo.com, vlaury@roadrunner.com, gkmcc@sbcglobal.net Date: Wed, 07 Apr 2010 01:34:47 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question I believe APPLE is making the I BUZZER that sings show toons when you open the door -----Original Message----- From: Gary Boone To: Vlaury@roadrunner.com ; Gary McCormick Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Wed, Apr 7, 2010 12:33 am Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question That buzzer is a bad sound. Anyone got any ideas for retrofitting a new buzzer ith a more pleasant tone? ---- Original Message ---- rom: "Vlaury@roadrunner.com" o: Gary McCormick c: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" ent: Tue, April 6, 2010 9:50:30 PM ubject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question > Gary McCormick wrote: Door buzzer? There's a door buzzer? ea. It goes "BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" _______________________________________ _______________________________________ atsun-roadsters@autox.team.net onate: http://www.team.net/donate.html uggested annual donation $16.00 rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/davesmbox@aol.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 17:17:56 2010 From: Alvin Gogineni To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:50:23 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Dyno Day at ZCarGarage 4/10 This Saturday! Details here: http://www.zonc.org/flyers/2010/zoncdynodaysm.jpg ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 19:46:25 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 17:11:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Perhaps his wife told him to sell it, and so he put it up for sale, knowing full well it won't sell. Interesting stratagy. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-SRL-311-Roadster-1969-Classic-Datsun-SR L-311-Roadster_W0QQitemZ160421550643QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=it em2559de9a33 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 20:47:04 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 17:54:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL sorry bout that. http://tinyurl.com/yjrtlh5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 21:20:07 2010 From: Eddie To: Keith Downing Date: Wed, 07 Apr 2010 18:24:34 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Except that the listing has been removed... As for anyone selling anything because "their wife told them to do it..." All I can say is "ugh... grow a set..." LOL Keith Downing wrote: > Perhaps his wife told him to sell it, and so he put it up for sale, knowing > full well it won't sell. Interesting stratagy. > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-SRL-311-Roadster-1969-Classic-Datsun-SR > L-311-Roadster_W0QQitemZ160421550643QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=it > em2559de9a33 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/eddietude@socal.rr.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 21:48:35 2010 From: RWM To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:47:53 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL Gotta love the horn button. Keith Downing wrote: > sorry bout that. > > http://tinyurl.com/yjrtlh5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 21:49:37 2010 From: "Andy Cost" To: "'roadsters'" Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:59:05 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL All it takes is one uninformed bidder. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 22:46:37 2010 From: "Marcus Pryor" To: Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:22:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] My roadster parts I just purchased a complete Mikuni/Solex 44 MM set of carbs and manifold. I had to give a lot of money for it, but I don't care. I will only have to buy it once. I also bought 5 MiniLites. These are one piece American made alloy wheels. They are SFI approved and are 14 by 5.5 inches. They actually came off a Fairlady. I have decided on yellow pearl paint once the body work is completed. I will be adding a roll bar as well. I intend to have my wife drive it in autocross events. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 23:44:40 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:52:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] My roadster parts I like Yellow. ________________________________ From: Marcus Pryor To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Wed, April 7, 2010 8:22:34 PM Subject: [Roadsters] My roadster parts I just purchased a complete Mikuni/Solex 44 MM set of carbs and manifold. I had to give a lot of money for it, but I don't care. I will only have to buy it once. I also bought 5 MiniLites. These are one piece American made alloy wheels. They are SFI approved and are 14 by 5.5 inches. They actually came off a Fairlady. I have decided on yellow pearl paint once the body work is completed. I will be adding a roll bar as well. I intend to have my wife drive it in autocross events. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 7 23:45:03 2010 From: "oliver" To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 22:47:44 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL and the skull shift know -------------------------------------------------- From: "RWM" Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 8:47 PM To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL > Gotta love the horn button. > > > > Keith Downing wrote: >> sorry bout that. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/yjrtlh5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 01:17:13 2010 From: Fred Katz To: davesmbox@aol.com Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 22:34:25 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question One of the first things I did after buying my 1970 1600 was to disable that buzzer. Annoying, yes! My neighbor bought a baby parrot a couple months ago, and has been teaching it to talk. I don't know what goes on in his house, but when I'm working in the yard near his fence, I hear the bird moaning "Oh, oh, oh!" over and over with a rising crescendo. Now how'd you like your roadster to greet you like that instead of a buzzer! Fred - So.SF On Apr 6, 2010, at 10:34 PM, davesmbox@aol.com wrote: > I believe APPLE is making the I BUZZER that sings show toons when > you open the > door ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 08:47:17 2010 From: "Tillinger, Richard (OLN)" To: , Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 09:15:51 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd Hi Ken et. al., Welding main shaft nut(s) on 5 speed tranny: don't do it! First, you need to have your welded 5th gear ground down, preferably on a surface grinder, but hand work it if you must (you suggested filing below). The overall gear width must be slightly less than the length of the sleeve it rides on (say .003-.004") so that the main nut pushes the big thrust washer against the sleeve, not the gear. The gear is then free to rotate on the needle bearing on the sleeve, between the two thrust surfaces, with a slight amount of end play. Here's what I do with the nuts; YMMV. I tighten the big nut against a normal lock tab washer as tight as I can get it (put the tranny in 2 gears simultaneously to lock it up). Then I take a second lock tab washer and break the two tangs off it. I put this second washer and the second nut on, in that order, and tighten the second nut as tight as I can. Bend the first washer against the main nut, and bend the second washer against both nuts alternately. Good luck, Dick Tillinger Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:37:51 -0700 From: The Ken Pearce Subject: [Roadsters] 5th gear neutral , welding main shaft nut on 5spd tranny? To: Ahoy Roadster fans and transmission experts, Long time no see, but it's finally time to get my 68-2000 back on the road in time for Shasta 2010! (Is it still the weekend after 4th of July?) I'm going back together with my 5spd transmission after suffering the 5th gear neutral problem and I'm looking for some pointers from transmission experts and those that have done it before. I had the 5th gear welded at a machine shop and they did a competent job. The weld bead is just *slightly* higher than the surface of the gear, I've considered filing this down but don't want to diminish the strength of the weld. We're talking 1/32 or at most 1/16 of an inch higher. My question: When the manual calls for 250-ft-lbs or torque for the main shaft nut, are they talking about the larger nut which goes against the ball-locked-spacer, or are they talking about the locknut (I think they call it "locking plate")? If I tighten the thicker nut too much (even just hand tight), the 5th gear has trouble rolling on it's roller bearings. The manual says "do not tighten" in regards to the larger nut, so is this a matter of adjusting it against the spacer so that 5th gear can still move on it's roller bearings and then using 250-ft-lbs on the locknut? And should I spot weld those two nuts to one another? Anyone ever tried to take welded nuts apart later??? Hacksaw? Parts vendors be on alert, I'll be looking for timing chains, valves, cam tower shims, head gasket, intake-exhaust gasket, 5spd tranny seals, and I'm sure a lot more in the coming 2 weeks. Thanks, Ken Pearce Bellingham, WA 68-2000 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 09:46:04 2010 From: Ronnie Day To: Roadster List Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 08:55:41 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Buzzer question Reminds me of a Magnum, PI episode in one of the latter seasons. He had flown to LA on a case and to visit Dana Delaney, who'd done a guest shot in an earlier Hawaii based show in which they'd sort of started a thing. Once in LA Magnum gets a rental, a Dodge Omni which is too small, basically unreliable and generally annoying due to a sexy female voice used to generate things like, "The driver's door is not secure", "Your headlights are on", etc. It was a running gag throughout the episode until Magnum "pulled" the fuse powering the voice. To be honest Dana Delaney doesn't have anything to contribute to the "annoying little voice" aspect of the story, I just think she's a babe! Ron > Fred > One of the first things I did after buying my 1970 1600 was to disable that > buzzer. Annoying, yes! > > My neighbor bought a baby parrot a couple months ago, and has been teaching > it to talk. I don't know what goes on in his house, but when I'm working in > the yard near his fence, I hear the bird moaning "Oh, oh, oh!" over and over > with a rising crescendo. Now how'd you like your roadster to greet you like > that instead of a buzzer! > > > Dave > >> I believe APPLE is making the I BUZZER that sings show toons when you open >> the >> door ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 11:19:43 2010 From: "Bubba" To: "oliver" , "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 10:12:40 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] searching Search Tempest. http://www.searchtempest.com/ Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list" Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 12:48 PM Subject: [Roadsters] searching > hi, all. sorry for this interruption . . . > > someone sent out a link to a site that searches other for sale kinds of > sites > and puts it together so you can search craigslist, ebay, autotrader, etc > all > at once. > > anyone know what that is? > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/bubwin@mts.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 15:20:16 2010 From: Gary Callahan To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 12:23:46 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL Perhaps this why mine won't sell, I've been asking too little for it! Maybe I should get a "skull" shift knob as well. Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 --- On Wed, 4/7/10, Keith Downing wrote: From: Keith Downing Subject: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL To: "Datsun E-Mail List" Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010, 5:54 PM sorry bout that. http://tinyurl.com/yjrtlh5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcallahan@prodigy.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 16:20:34 2010 From: chalsted@comcast.net To: Gary Callahan Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:46:03 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL >Perhaps this why mine won't sell, I've been asking too little for it! Maybe I should get a "skull" shift knob as well. don't forget to paint your back bumper black.... ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 19:47:57 2010 From: Bob Ballinger <12061997@comcast.net> To: datsun list datsun Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 00:02:42 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] wiring Hi gang, Anyone have a decent wiring harness for sale for a 67-1600? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 20:47:52 2010 From: "Pete Peters" To: Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 17:55:19 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness Scott Sheeler's "The Datsun Roadster Book" (2nd Edition), Part I, p. 51 says the uncut R16 head thickness is 3.248 inches. Doesn't list a minimum thickness, but mentions cutting over 0.060 inches will raise the compression ratio high enough making it near impossible to not ping, even with premium fuel. Using 0.060, a practical minimum head thickness would appear to be 2.648 inches. The 311s.org TechWiki FAQ states -MINIMUM- R16 head thickness is 3.246. My guess is Scott's book is correct, but would like to confirm. I searched the archives, but everyone just quotes Scott's book. No one mentions actually measuring a stock head. I'm measuring 3.216 (which means already shaved approx 0.032) on my R16 aluminum head (starting stroker build), and would like to verify correct specs. Don't want to waste time on this head if I should be looking for a better one. Thanks. Pete ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 20:49:32 2010 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 21:15:41 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd Dick's solution is interesting - I never used two lock tabs. The way I've done it is to tighten the first nut up to the gear at 25lb-ft (iirc) then snug the lock nut against it. At that point, back the first nut backwards against the lock nut to the tune of 225lb-ft. In reality, there's no way in hell I could figure out exactly how much torque I'd used. Being quite careful, I simply stood on the end of the wrench. I weighed about 190 then and the wrench was about 14 inches long. It's been fine since 1992. -----Original Message----- Here's what I do with the nuts; YMMV. I tighten the big nut against a normal lock tab washer as tight as I can get it (put the tranny in 2 gears simultaneously to lock it up). Then I take a second lock tab washer and break the two tangs off it. I put this second washer and the second nut on, in that order, and tighten the second nut as tight as I can. Bend the first washer against the main nut, and bend the second washer against both nuts alternately. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 21:55:29 2010 From: Bill Cole To: Pete Peters Date: Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:15:48 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness Pete, you might want to redo your math... I come up with 3.188 inches when you subtract .060 from 3.248... Bill ;-) ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 8 21:23:36 2010 From: "MH" To: "Pete Peters" , Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 21:28:49 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness Perfect candidate for dished pistons CR wise. Dished pistons are somewhere between 5-6 cc's, standard bore is about 1cc per .007" of swept volume. Of course with the geometry of the combustion chamber varying with depth, you would do well to cc the chambers anyway, just so you can really dial it in. Also, there are now thicker head gaskets available at www.datsunparts.com, they're about 40-50 thousandths thicker than the stock gaskets. Just the thing for thin heads, check it out. Mike Hudson '67 - Stroker / 5-Speed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pete Peters" To: Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 7:55 PM Subject: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness > Scott Sheeler's "The Datsun Roadster Book" (2nd Edition), Part I, p. 51 > says > the uncut R16 head thickness is 3.248 inches. Doesn't list a minimum > thickness, but mentions cutting over 0.060 inches will raise the > compression > ratio high enough making it near impossible to not ping, even with premium > fuel. Using 0.060, a practical minimum head thickness would appear to be > 2.648 inches. > > The 311s.org TechWiki FAQ states -MINIMUM- R16 head thickness is 3.246. > > My guess is Scott's book is correct, but would like to confirm. I searched > the archives, but everyone just quotes Scott's book. No one mentions > actually measuring a stock head. > > I'm measuring 3.216 (which means already shaved approx 0.032) on my R16 > aluminum head (starting stroker build), and would like to verify correct > specs. Don't want to waste time on this head if I should be looking for a > better one. > > Thanks. > > Pete Version: 9.0.801 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2799 - Release Date: 04/08/10 13:32:00 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 01:06:23 2010 From: Jeff Torres To: Datsun Roadster Mail Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 23:04:15 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Solvang Show - Last minute Appeal Well folks...time is running down on the early registration for the annual Solvang Datsun Roadster shindig. I am very happy about the turn out so far and expect the usual "day of show" registrations. Believe me..there is nothing wrong with that and everyone is surely welcome! The only thing is that early registering gaurantees you banquet tix and show mercahndise if that is your choice. Yes, we will have a LIMITED amount of extra dinner tix and yes we will have a LIMITED amount of t-shirts etc, but they usually sell out..unless you are the lucky person to wear a size Extra small t-shirt..then we usually have extras all the time..;) I guess what I am saying is that I don't want anyone to miss out, that is planning on coming, but just hasn't gotten around to registering, or is "up in the air" about plans at this moment.(Hows that for a run-on sentence!) If you are in that category and are planning on coming..please let me know so that I can have some idea as to how many shirts to order and how many dinners to set up for. I HATE having to tell people we dont have any banquet tickets left. I had to do that 8 times last year and it was not fun at all....Especially the dinner banquet..It is truly agreat time for all and gives us all a chance to just take a breather and enjoy each others company. Soooo..as my last minute appeal, I hope everyone who is coming registers before the deadline(April 13th) or at least threatens to go by e-mailing me! Thanks All! JT ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 06:39:41 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 5:14:45 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Whose Datsun in the 2010 CA Targa? http://bringatrailer.com/2010/04/09/live-from-the-2010-targa-california/ You can just see the front end in one of the pics. Tim Dairyland Datsuns ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 07:38:00 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 06:14:20 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] wiring http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm To: datsun list datsun Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 5:02:42 PM Subject: [Roadsters] wiring Hi gang, Anyone have a decent wiring harness for sale for a 67-1600? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 07:59:53 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: triumphs@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 08:35:08 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] You're kidding, right? Tiny URL > >Perhaps this why mine won't sell, I've been asking too little for it! Maybe I > should get a "skull" shift knob as well. > > don't forget to paint your back bumper black.... Make sure you throw in a set of "truck nuts" _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 08:12:38 2010 From: Peter Jones To: Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 21:55:32 +0800 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] wiring I have just ordered my new harness from them to link up with my CA18DET and Mirco-tech computer. There is currently a 4 week lead time. One of the other club members used one from him and it fitted like the original but just in better condition. http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm To: datsun list datsun Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 5:02:42 PM Subject: [Roadsters] wiring Hi gang, Anyone have a decent wiring harness for sale for a 67-1600? _________________________________________________________________ New, Used, Demo, Dealer or Private? Find it at CarPoint.com.au http://clk.atdmt.com/NMN/go/206222968/direct/01/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 09:45:52 2010 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 15:15:06 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] wiring That's nice for plug and play, especially if you want to keep it bone stock, but that's almost triple the cost of using an EZ-Wiring or similar harness. Pete "FRIDAY! FRIDAY! FRIDAY!" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peter Jones" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Friday, April 9, 2010 6:55:32 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] wiring I have just ordered my new harness from them to link up with my CA18DET and Mirco-tech computer. There is currently a 4 week lead time. One of the other club members used one from him and it fitted like the original but just in better condition. http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm ----- Original Message ----- To: datsun list datsun Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 5:02:42 PM Subject: [Roadsters] wiring Hi gang, Anyone have a decent wiring harness for sale for a 67-1600? _________________________________________________________________ New, Used, Demo, Dealer or Private? Find it at CarPoint.com.au http://clk.atdmt.com/NMN/go/206222968/direct/01/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 09:47:48 2010 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 15:19:53 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness Yup. 3.248 -0.060 ------ 3.188 Damn Pentium-powered calculators! Pete "who's normally very good at math" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill Cole" To: "Pete Peters" Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2010 7:15:48 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] R16 head thickness Pete, you might want to redo your math... I come up with 3.188 inches when you subtract .060 from 3.248... Bill ;-) ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 11:40:42 2010 From: The Ken Pearce To: , Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 10:16:41 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd Ok, here are two people saying that they tighten the big nut against the washer (even though the shop manual says "don't tighten"). If I tighten my big nut (this thread is ripe with humor) against the balled washer (rotfl) even hand tight, then my 5th gear no longer spins on its roller bearings, at least not by hand. Do I need to file down my welded 5th gear or is the only real thing that needs to be tightened is the lock nut against the main nut???? Any advice or addition nut jokes welcomed... Ken > The way I've done it is to tighten the first nut up to the gear at 25lb-ft > (iirc) then snug the lock nut against it. At that point, back the first nut > backwards against the lock nut to the tune of 225lb-ft. > > -----Original Message----- > Here's what I do with the nuts; YMMV. I tighten the big nut against a > normal lock tab washer as tight as I can get it (put the tranny in 2 > gears simultaneously to lock it up). Then I take a second lock tab > washer and break the two tangs off it. I put this second washer and the > second nut on, in that order, and tighten the second nut as tight as I > can. Bend the first washer against the main nut, and bend the second > washer against both nuts alternately. > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ken__pearce@hotmail.co m ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 12:55:50 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "bluebirds" , Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:18:33 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] To the Mitty! Anybody headed down to the Mitty and traveling anywhere near Columbus or Cincinnati, Ohio? I'm looking to caravan down on Wednesday before the race weekend. Paul Mount Gilead Ohio ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 16:12:36 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "bluebirds" , Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 17:46:30 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Thursday at the Mitty Just in case you're heading to the Mitty on Thursday, I just got word that the track is closed to spectators until the test sessions are over, about 5:15. Below is the email I got from HSR about it. Paul Ohio ********************************************** From: Diane Simpson [mailto:hsr@bellsouth.net] Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 4:38 PM To: 'Paul' Paul, The reason there is a line on Thursday is that that is test day and spectators are not allowed into the track until that is done which should be 5:15 p.m. They line y'all up on a first come first serve basis so I really don't have an actual time for you. There is 24 hour security so you can come in as late as you want. Hope this helps. Diane Simpson HSR From: Paul [mailto:9laser3@bright.net] Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 2:34 PM To: 'Diane Simpson' It's been a few years since I've been down to the Mitty and this will be my first trip as a spectator, not crew for Tom Phelan's Datsun 2000 roadster. And I should be driving my 1969 Datsun roadster when I show up at the gates this year! Is there a time I need to beat to make sure I can get into the track on Thursday? I seem to remember a line waiting to get in. Thanks, Paul Ohio ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 17:25:34 2010 From: The Ken Pearce To: Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:04:32 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd Here's the manual I'm referencing: http://tinyurl.com/ya8jyyf and here's the cover of the manual... http://tinyurl.com/y9p6ame The weld on my 5th gear is not against the thrust washer, it's on the other side of the gear but could still cause the gear assembly to be slightly thicker. I have the two - nut arrangement, no tabbed washer of any kind... I'm going to weld the two nuts together and call it good. Thanks for all the feedback and advice. I'll read through what the other manual you referenced describes and see if it makes any more sense to me. Thanks! Ken ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 17:41:53 2010 From: The Ken Pearce To: Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:17:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd And just for anyone that is curious about what a welded 5th gear looks like: http://tinyurl.com/y8vy7of Ken ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 18:25:59 2010 From: Gary McCormick To: Tim Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:02:21 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Whose Datsun in the 2010 CA Targa? If you're talking about the dark grey car between the Porsche and the car with a car cover on it  it's an Alfa. Gary McCormick San Jose, CA Tim wrote: > http://bringatrailer.com/2010/04/09/live-from-the-2010-targa-california/ > > You can just see the front end in one of the pics. > > Tim > Dairyland Datsuns > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gkmcc@sbcglobal.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 9 18:45:22 2010 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 20:24:50 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd It sounds like your 5th gear is too long due to the weld bead. As Dick said, you need a couple of thousandths end float on the gear. So yes, you need to make sure that the weld bead doesn't protrude beyond the original face of the gear assembly. Brian H 69 2000 Tampa FL _____ From: The Ken Pearce [mailto:ken__pearce@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 1:17 PM To: bhollan4@tampabay.rr.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: RE: [Roadsters] welding main shaft nut on 5spd Ok, here are two people saying that they tighten the big nut against the washer (even though the shop manual says "don't tighten"). If I tighten my big nut (this thread is ripe with humor) against the balled washer (rotfl) even hand tight, then my 5th gear no longer spins on its roller bearings, at least not by hand. Do I need to file down my welded 5th gear or is the only real thing that needs to be tightened is the lock nut against the main nut???? Any advice or addition nut jokes welcomed... Ken ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 11 10:16:34 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 9:03:26 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] hub cap clips While finishing the scrapping of one of my part cars (the rusty basket case not able to be restored), I noticed that three of the stock wheels had partially or wholly broken off hub cap tabs. Does any one know how much of the tab has to be there to hold the hubcap? If part is broken off and the hubcap will not stay on the wheel, are the stock wheels worth saving? (I have another three+ sets between the two running Roadster and the other part car so I am not low on stock steelies.) TIA Tim Dairyland Datsuns ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 11 14:47:05 2010 From: Kurt Weisner To: , Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 16:19:24 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] hub cap clips If you save them, you will never need them. If you scrap them, You will have a use for them next week. Kurt > Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 09:03:26 -0700 > From: tputland@charter.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] hub cap clips > > While finishing the scrapping of one of my part cars (the rusty basket case not able to be restored), I noticed that three of the stock wheels had partially or wholly broken off hub cap tabs. > > Does any one know how much of the tab has to be there to hold the hubcap? > > If part is broken off and the hubcap will not stay on the wheel, are the stock wheels worth saving? (I have another three+ sets between the two running Roadster and the other part car so I am not low on stock steelies.) > > TIA > > Tim > Dairyland Datsuns > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rhddatsun@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 11 20:06:44 2010 From: Vince Strazzabosco To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2010 18:48:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] hub cap clips Since my Roadster has finally made it's way into my newly acquired garage, it'll be much easier to work on.... This talk of wheels reminds me that the spare for my '66 still has the original tire on it. I'd like to keep it that way, and acquire another wheel to put a proper spare on. The wheels that are on my car have a build date of '67 on them, but all the clips are still there. Might there be a lone wheel looking for a home somewhere in the Chicago area? Thanks, vince '66 1600 Big Rock, IL --- On Sun, 4/11/10, Tim wrote: > From: Tim > Subject: [Roadsters] hub cap clips > To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" > Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010, 11:03 AM > While finishing the scrapping of one > of my part cars (the rusty basket case not able to be > restored), I noticed that three of the stock wheels had > partially or wholly broken off hub cap tabs. > > Does any one know how much of the tab has to be there to > hold the hubcap? > > If part is broken off and the hubcap will not stay on the > wheel, are the stock wheels worth saving? (I have another > three+ sets between the two running Roadster and the other > part car so I am not low on stock steelies.) > > TIA > > Tim > Dairyland Datsuns > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 06:04:23 2010 From: "JohnnyRoadster" To: Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 07:28:51 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster sighting I came across a nice looking 1968 2000 this weekend. It was in northeast Pennsylvania near Lake Wallenpaupack. Stopped and spoke with the owner a bit. You don't see many around that part, and it was a surprise. It is for sale. He did a frame off restoration. Looks all stock and in good shape. Lots of new parts from Dean. Painted a bright red. Wanted $14500 for it. Said he was going to try and sell it locally, and take it to a few shows for exposure. Did not want to do the internet listings. SPL311-19356 http://community.webshots.com/user/johnnyroadster http://united2311ster.googlepages.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 18:49:02 2010 From: Bob Ballinger <12061997@comcast.net> To: datsun list datsun Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 23:53:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] parts Hi Gang, Does anyone need a pair of high windshield vent windows. Good glass and chrome good on outside, a little rough on inside but decent to good I'd say.....Also one high side window.... 12061997@comcast.net....bob ballinger/muncieIN ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 20:31:51 2010 From: "shas1983@netzero.net" To: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:55:29 GMT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. Any suggestions? Thanks Jon Carlisle ____________________________________________________________ Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 21:30:59 2010 From: Dewey Hahlbohm To: "shas1983@netzero.net" , Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 20:54:19 -0600 (GMT-06:00) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms How's the fuel filter and fuel pressure? Dewey -----Original Message----- >From: "shas1983@netzero.net" >Sent: Apr 12, 2010 7:55 PM >To: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com >Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > >We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just >got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog >distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to >around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. >Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and >definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M >rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. >Any suggestions? > >Thanks > >Jon Carlisle > > >____________________________________________________________ >Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! >http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/hahlbohmd@earthlink.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 21:58:15 2010 From: Pat Horne To: "shas1983@netzero.net" Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 22:06:30 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Jon, Put a vacuum gauge on it and watch it when the engine starts to sputter. If it drops, it is probably fuel related. if it stays up, check ignition. Make sure the polarity of the coil is correct. the terminal marked "-" should go to the distributor. Peace, Pat Thusly spake shas1983@netzero.net, On 4/12/2010 8:55 PM: > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. > Any suggestions? > > Thanks > > Jon Carlisle > > > ____________________________________________________________ > Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! > http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/pat@hornesystemstx.com > > > -- 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 -- ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 22:26:34 2010 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 23:48:41 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Maybe the carb screens are plugged Linda -----Original Message----- From: Dewey Hahlbohm To: shas1983@netzero.net ; vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Mon, Apr 12, 2010 7:54 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms How's the fuel filter and fuel pressure? Dewey -----Original Message----- >From: "shas1983@netzero.net" >Sent: Apr 12, 2010 7:55 PM >To: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com >Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > >We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just >got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog >distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to >around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. >Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and >definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M >rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. >Any suggestions? > >Thanks > >Jon Carlisle > > >____________________________________________________________ >Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! >http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/hahlbohmd@earthlink.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 22:58:55 2010 From: JERRY KINGMAN To: "shas1983@netzero.net" Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:21:39 -0700 (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Jon- I had a car with a bad set of wires that would sputter at 3500-4K. It was a 6 cyl. 1980 BMW though. Good Luck. Jerry K. -----Original Message----- >From: "shas1983@netzero.net" >Sent: Apr 12, 2010 6:55 PM >To: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com >Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > >We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just >got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog >distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to >around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. >Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and >definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M >rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. >Any suggestions? > >Thanks > >Jon Carlisle > > >____________________________________________________________ >Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! >http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/bmwjer@earthlink.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 12 23:28:04 2010 From: "Andy Cost" To: "'roadsters'" Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 23:30:41 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms The timing is not advancing. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 13 05:30:55 2010 From: RWM To: 'roadsters' Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 06:51:45 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms I second suggestions about timing advance profile and fuel supply/filter clog. Andy Cost wrote: > The timing is not advancing. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 13 11:49:57 2010 From: "E Scanlon" To: , Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:37:13 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms After Andy Cost's reply regarding timing not advancing, I'm wondering if you could be having the same problem that can affect the 240 Z distributors. In those, there is a small plastic piece below the points plate which houses several ball bearings. Over time and age, the plastic gets brittle, cracks and loses the ball bearings. The result is that the point plate is no longer free to rotate and will do so only during violent vacuum changes or by sudden extreme acceleration. Remove the dizzy cap, and look down in the bottom of the "cup" of the distributor. If you see ball bearings running around loose... you need a new plate. To test, in case you don't see the ball bearings, disconnect the hose at the vacuum advance pot, suck on the end of it to simulate engine vacuum and watch the points plate action. It should rotate smoothly and return smoothly. FWIW E Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 6:55 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. > Just > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under > load. > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly > and > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past > 3M > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be > carbs. > Any suggestions? > > Thanks > > Jon Carlisle ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 13 14:54:17 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:07:39 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] More shameless self-promotion - 1965 SPL310 Owner's First, sorry for the flurry of emails 2 weeks ago. Had my list preference to "receive own mail" turned "off" so when nothing came back I continued bombarding you "listers." Sometimes you just can't cure "stupid". Anyway, we'll only do this one only once. First, we've added a couple new pages to the website and others are planned in the future so even if you're not buying, visit and explore some of the roadster topics / offerings as well as misc things non-roadster related. We'll try to post things that other sites do not. Next, based on a request from a NW-area owner, we will shortly have available REPRINT owner's manuals for 1965 1500 SPL310's. We got a hold of a pristine (new) copy and made some nice scans. This one was good enough to make BOTH covers color. I hope to put a "Buy-It-Now" button on the website Manuals page this weekend and be able to ship starting on April 19 +/-. Anyway, thanks for your time and again, sorry for the repetition Easter weekend. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 07:50:03 2010 From: "Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-ED10)" To: Datsun-Roadsters Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:30:08 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] FW: SEROC at the MITTY! :-) I thought I would forward to the Roadster list. Us SEROCers are still around and headed to the Mitty! Phil ------ Forwarded Message From: Brad Holmes Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:26:56 -0500 To: ";" <;> Subject: SEROC at the MITTY! :-) The Mitty is a couple short weeks away!! Sorry for not keeping more communications for SEROC. I told Brad that I would help him and Roger Kearsch (our new President) with the Mitty this year. Work and home life have really gotten in the way of fun.. I just bought my tickets online to save some good money. www.themitty.com will get you there. Road Atlanta in the spring is very nice and even nicer that Peter Brock will be the guest of honor!! An excerpt from the Mitty site: April 29-May 2  Road Atlanta  Braselton, GA Stay tuned for developing news on the 2010 Mitty. Well be returning to Road Atlanta for our annual celebration of all things automotive, and this years event promises to be the best yet. Peter Brock will be our guest of honor at the event, and well be recognizing the accomplishments of Peter and the rest of the Brock Racing Enterprises team in the automotive world. On Thursday night, well have a special dinner to honor the entire BRE crew, including an intimate question and answer session for fans. In addition to the dinner, Peter will be on hand throughout the weekend to check out the races. Plan on stopping in the Classic Motorsports tent to attend an autograph session. Were still working on a final list of participating team members, but weve invited John Morton, John McComb, Kirk Allegro, Mac Tilton, Trevor Harris, John Knepp, Joe Cavaglieri, Bruce Burness, John Caldwell, Bob Lyon and more from the original BRE team. Of course, the BRE team couldnt be completely represented without the incredible cars they built over the years, so expect to see many of the original race cars and a few finely finished replicas to be present as well. Highlights include 1969 Pacific Coast D Prod Champion #44 Datsun 2000 Roadster, 1969 4th place Mexican 1000 BRE Baja 510 #89, 1970-71 C Prod Champion #46 Datsun 240Z, 1971-72 Trans-Am 2.5 Champion #46 BRE Datsun 510, #85 BRE 510 guest car of Bobby Allison, 1973 Baja 500 #300 BRE Baja 240Z and more. I will be there with my 2000 Roadster and travel trailer. I am working on a place to have a dinner for SEROC. I called GRM for a corral for SEROC but did not get a good response. There will be a Datsun corral so we can join then. I am heading out of Huntsville, AL Friday morning. I did see a post from Brad that said you cant get in until late Thursday afternoon. When you get there, look me up  I will have the Cougar trailer and red 2000 and big smile. Phil Hall - SEROC ------ End of Forwarded Message ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 07:53:46 2010 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 08:07:09 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] '69 FS in LA, fly in and drive to Solvang? http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/1691392459.html never seen this car at any event before (and no connection to seller). Z car dual exhaust tip turned sideways (not one slash tip is longer than the other). Looks like z offset rims as well, so might be some rubbing. Nice looking miata seats. He wrapped the door weatherstripping around the corner at the top, thought I was the only person to try that (and I was only successful on one side) Side trim removed, nice looker. The pics make the rear bumper look bowed outward in the center, might just be a visual anomaly. (or is that a bumper from a donor?) I am guessing 1600 from the grille, but funny he didn't mention it in the ad. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 12:11:48 2010 From: vulforge@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:46:58 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Re; roadster cuts out. Check your float height. Too low will starve fuel at higher RPM. 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 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 12:13:14 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:01:50 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Inner fender rust repair and proofing I am about half way through the process of rust proofing and rust damage repair of the inner fender wells. During this process I have noticed that where the A-pillars are welded to the rocker panels, I see little gaps on the corners. While rinsing off the Marine Clean and metal etching acid with soapy water, etc, I ended up getting water inside the A-pillar. I can make sure the inner areas are dry. One question is this: Should I close off those little holes (and any other similar spots) with the POR15 or a seam sealer? Or would it be better to leave them open so any water that gets in can then drain back out? I am leaning toward sealing any thing that looks like it should be. Also, there are two hollow areas on the inner fender, below the cowl drains and in front of the A-pillars. One is horizontal; the other is at about a 45 degree angle. Both of htese have what appear to be built in drain spots and the angled area has two holes drilled in addition to the drain. What is drained out of these two areas? Is it incidental water that gets in through the unsealed seams? Can I go ahead and completely seal these hollow areas? Thanks. Tim ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 14:40:32 2010 From: Eddie To: Tim Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:41:58 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Inner fender rust repair and proofing If you seal it, guaranteed water will find it's way in. It always does. My two cents, which isn't even worth that, is to leave it open. When I restored my Roadster, I actually left the entire area in front of the rockers where the fenders bolt in open. All I did was have a plate welded to the body that the lower fender bolts can go into. But it's totally open so it's easy to clean, and won't hold any crud there. Unless you stick your head into the wheel well, you wouldn't even notice it. Eddie Tim wrote: > I am about half way through the process of rust proofing and rust damage repair of the inner fender wells. During this process I have noticed that where the A-pillars are welded to the rocker panels, I see little gaps on the corners. While rinsing off the Marine Clean and metal etching acid with soapy water, etc, I ended up getting water inside the A-pillar. I can make sure the inner areas are dry. > > One question is this: Should I close off those little holes (and any other similar spots) with the POR15 or a seam sealer? Or would it be better to leave them open so any water that gets in can then drain back out? I am leaning toward sealing any thing that looks like it should be. > > Also, there are two hollow areas on the inner fender, below the cowl drains and in front of the A-pillars. One is horizontal; the other is at about a 45 degree angle. Both of htese have what appear to be built in drain spots and the angled area has two holes drilled in addition to the drain. > > What is drained out of these two areas? Is it incidental water that gets in through the unsealed seams? Can I go ahead and completely seal these hollow areas? > > Thanks. > Tim > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/eddietude@socal.rr.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 14 15:19:49 2010 From: sidney raper To: Regular Roadster List Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:01:42 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Pinky! Pinky is for sale!! This was Chris Brucciani's car that he brought to Road Atlanta. It is a nice 2000 with hot pink paint. A deal! I have no connection with the seller: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/1688268855.html Sidney Raper Jacksonville Florida _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 11:51:33 2010 From: "Tom Hendricksen" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:12:08 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Inner fender rust repair and proofing Tim, Eastwood has a waxy-oily substance introduced to me as WaxOil, which is a self-sealing rust killing chemical that is applied with an undercoat nozzle and never hardens or peels off. If you take a look at page 9 of my web site you will see pictures of the application tool as well as the product. It is called Heavy Duty Anti Rust on the can. While I had things open I drilled a hole in the front cover of the rocker panel and sent the nozzle to the rear fender wall, then pulled the trigger and drew the nozzle forward as it sprayed this stuff all over inside of the rocker panel. It should be leaking out of the drain holes, so be sure to have a sheet of plastic on the floor to catch the excess. When I was finished I used furnace tape to cover the 1/2" hole I had drilled. I have used furnace tape as a temporary cover for a couple of small exterior body holes while I wait to either learn how to properly weld them or have it done by someone who knows what they are doing. It has been there for over 6 years and is just now showing it's age. I also used it to cover the seat mounting holes when I installed the Miata seats. That tape is still in perfect condition. It should work well in protected areas under the fender, and maybe for the hole you are talking about if the structural integrity is not in danger. Especially if you enlarge the hole and shoot the WaxOil inside of the pillar. One caution to keep in mind. WaxOil is a flammable substance, so I would not plan to do welding in the areas where you have already applied it to the car. If you need a template to locate the captive nuts for the fender there is a template on page 8 of my web site. I just printed it out and held it in place to match the rocker panel to mark the nut locations and all 4 bolts went in without any problem at all after welding in the new sheet metal with the captive nuts welded into position. My web site is: www.datsun2000.com Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org. On 4/14/2010 10:01:50 AM, Tim (tputland@charter.net) wrote: > I am about half way through the process of rust proofing and rust damage > repair of the inner fender wells. During this process I have noticed that > where the A-pillars are welded ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 13:28:14 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:22:59 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Lars Tungen Lars, can you pls contact me off list? Thanks. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 14:03:56 2010 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:07:50 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] front suspension "leftovers", and a request The subject line sounds serious, but isn't. My "leftovers" from my suspension rebuild are 2 ball joint boots, the large ones for the lowers. I forgot that Linda's ball joints came already outfitted (with the nicer accordion style). So I have a pair of the larger sized ones, brand new. What I cannot figure out is that I must have forgot to count the drag link tie rod ends when I ordered, so one would think I am two short of the small size. But, I have one left of the small size, so I need one more. If anyone coming to Solvang wants to trade, or has an extra small one they want to sell, let me know. Otherwise I'll hit up the vendors, and if no one needs any of the larger sized boots I'll make a bikini top for Dave Brisco, and he said he'd model it at the bar-b-q. (hope its not real cold, bad mental picture there) Thanks, looking forward to seeing you all, Fergus O BTW: here's a short side jaunt road near Solvang that is a lot of fun: http://sbc-rides.goption.com/StreetRides/hwy154/stagecoach/hyw154_stagec oach.html and details from the Wikipedia page regarding the large downslope in the idle, called Devil's Slide, which includes some brake upgrade ideas? The eastern, downslope side of the pass was named The Devil's Slide. Various measures to keep the wagons from running out of control included: using a windlass to help their wagon safely descend, blindfolding their horses, using a system of steps cut into the sandstone, and augmenting the wagon's brakes with chains as using brakes alone was not enough to slow the descent. Another method used was to simply lock the rear wheels in place using chains or a wooden rod between the spokes. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 16:33:14 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Datsun E-Mail List Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:03:37 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front suspension "leftovers", and a request That reminds me. You know you can get the Street Views of most roads in the US on Google Maps. Might be a good tool for mapping out trips. Keith ________________________________ From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thu, April 15, 2010 12:07:50 PM Subject: [Roadsters] front suspension "leftovers", and a request The subject line sounds serious, but isn't. My "leftovers" from my suspension rebuild are 2 ball joint boots, the large ones for the lowers. I forgot that Linda's ball joints came already outfitted (with the nicer accordion style). So I have a pair of the larger sized ones, brand new. What I cannot figure out is that I must have forgot to count the drag link tie rod ends when I ordered, so one would think I am two short of the small size. But, I have one left of the small size, so I need one more. If anyone coming to Solvang wants to trade, or has an extra small one they want to sell, let me know. Otherwise I'll hit up the vendors, and if no one needs any of the larger sized boots I'll make a bikini top for Dave Brisco, and he said he'd model it at the bar-b-q. (hope its not real cold, bad mental picture there) Thanks, looking forward to seeing you all, Fergus O BTW: here's a short side jaunt road near Solvang that is a lot of fun: http://sbc-rides.goption.com/StreetRides/hwy154/stagecoach/hyw154_stagec oach.html and details from the Wikipedia page regarding the large downslope in the idle, called Devil's Slide, which includes some brake upgrade ideas? The eastern, downslope side of the pass was named The Devil's Slide. Various measures to keep the wagons from running out of control included: using a windlass to help their wagon safely descend, blindfolding their horses, using a system of steps cut into the sandstone, and augmenting the wagon's brakes with chains as using brakes alone was not enough to slow the descent. Another method used was to simply lock the rear wheels in place using chains or a wooden rod between the spokes. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 18:33:00 2010 From: "Daniel Heinze" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:59:37 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Final Repair --- Re: U20 Crank Pulley (Harmonic I mailed my harmonic balancer to Dale Mfg last Tue and got the rebuild back this Monday. It's now back in the car and all the noise is gone. My mechanic said Dale Mfg did a really good job on the rebuild. Thanks again to Fred Davidson for the pointer to Dale Mfg. -Dan Heinze '68 2000 Solex ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 20:01:25 2010 From: To: , Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:20:12 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Final Repair --- Re: U20 Crank Pulley (Harmonic Hi Dan: I have had my car going this spring now with the Dale MFG balancer and noticed that the engine is smoother idle with no other adjustments. Happy to hear your mechanic's response as well!! Fred > From: dth104@psu.edu > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:59:37 -0700 > Subject: [Roadsters] Final Repair --- Re: U20 Crank Pulley (Harmonic Balancer) > > I mailed my harmonic balancer to Dale Mfg last Tue and got the rebuild back > this Monday. It's now back in the car and all the noise is gone. My > mechanic said Dale Mfg did a really good job on the rebuild. > > Thanks again to Fred Davidson for the pointer to Dale Mfg. > > -Dan Heinze > '68 2000 Solex > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/fred.davidson@sympatic o.ca ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 22:32:24 2010 From: "robert k. smith" To: , , Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:44:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms hi, i worked on a roadster one time that did the same thing. it turned out to be in the fitting connecting the float chamber hose to the movable jet, it was right where the hose went on the fittings. the passage was about 1/2 blocked. i usually take a flexible piece of wire and run it thru both fittings and the hose. good luck, bob smith 69 srl 311 04 volvo s-40 turbo. > > After Andy Cost's reply regarding timing not advancing, I'm wondering if you > could be having the same problem that can affect the 240 Z distributors. > > In those, there is a small plastic piece below the points plate which houses > several ball bearings. Over time and age, the plastic gets brittle, cracks > and loses the ball bearings. The result is that the point plate is no > longer free to rotate and will do so only during violent vacuum changes or > by sudden extreme acceleration. > > Remove the dizzy cap, and look down in the bottom of the "cup" of the > distributor. If you see ball bearings running around loose... you need a > new plate. To test, in case you don't see the ball bearings, disconnect the > hose at the vacuum advance pot, suck on the end of it to simulate engine > vacuum and watch the points plate action. It should rotate smoothly and > return smoothly. > > FWIW > E > > Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 6:55 PM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > > > > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. > > Just > > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog > > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to > > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under > > load. > > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly > > and > > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past > > 3M > > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be > > carbs. > > Any suggestions? > > > _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 15 23:32:23 2010 From: antony wardle To: "robert k. smith" Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:46:22 +1000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms anyone else curious to find out what the answer was? have you managed to figure it out yet? kiwi On 16 April 2010 13:44, robert k. smith wrote: > hi, i worked on a roadster one time that did the same thing. > > it turned out to be in the fitting connecting the float chamber > > hose to the movable jet, it was right where the hose went on > > the fittings. the passage was about 1/2 blocked. i usually > > take a flexible piece of wire and run it thru both fittings > > and the hose. good luck, > > bob smith > > 69 srl 311 > > 04 volvo s-40 turbo. > > > > > > After Andy Cost's reply regarding timing not advancing, I'm wondering if > you > > could be having the same problem that can affect the 240 Z distributors. > > > > In those, there is a small plastic piece below the points plate which > houses > > several ball bearings. Over time and age, the plastic gets brittle, > cracks > > and loses the ball bearings. The result is that the point plate is no > > longer free to rotate and will do so only during violent vacuum changes > or > > by sudden extreme acceleration. > > > > Remove the dizzy cap, and look down in the bottom of the "cup" of the > > distributor. If you see ball bearings running around loose... you need a > > new plate. To test, in case you don't see the ball bearings, disconnect > the > > hose at the vacuum advance pot, suck on the end of it to simulate engine > > vacuum and watch the points plate action. It should rotate smoothly and > > return smoothly. > > > > FWIW > > E > > > > Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 6:55 PM > > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > > > > > > > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B > cam. > > > Just > > > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new > non-smog > > > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up > to > > > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under > > > load. > > > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly > > > and > > > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas > past > > > 3M > > > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be > > > carbs. > > > Any suggestions? > > > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your > inbox. > > http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL > :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage : > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/antonywardle@gmail.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 06:17:15 2010 From: Peter Jones To: Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:19:51 +0800 Subject: [Roadsters] Dash photo. Hello everyone. Can someone do me a favor and send me a photo of a high screen dash which shows the layout of the switches and also a photo of the radio console. I forgot to take a photo before I pulled the car apart 3 years ago and my memory is not that great. cheers and TIA Peter j _________________________________________________________________ Browse profiles for FREE! Meet local singles online. http://clk.atdmt.com/NMN/go/150855801/direct/01/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 07:17:11 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: , Datsun Mailing List Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 07:35:51 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Dash photo. Peter, I don't have access to any pictures here at work, but if you go to www.311s.org, in the wiki section you can pull up the original owners manuals. The '68 has a good diagram of the console and dash with numbering and descriptions of each item. Might be helpful. Dan > From: dato1500@hotmail.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:19:51 +0800 > Subject: [Roadsters] Dash photo. > > Hello everyone. > > > > > > Can someone do me a favor and send me a photo of a high screen dash which > shows the layout of the switches and also a photo of the radio console. I > forgot to take a photo before I pulled the car apart 3 years ago and my memory > is not that great. > > > > cheers and TIA > > > > Peter j > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Browse profiles for FREE! Meet local singles online. > http://clk.atdmt.com/NMN/go/150855801/direct/01/ > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/d_kroninger@hotmail.co m _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 12:42:44 2010 From: "Ken & Tammy Williams" To: Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:53:06 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Wisconsin group meeting Hi everybody, Short notice, but thought I'd send out an invite to everybody. If you are within driving distance to Janesville, WI you are invited to our place for an impromptu get together/cook-out/ice cream social/country drive/whatever on Sunday. Even if you aren't within driving distance, Chicago's O'Hare and Milwaukee's George Mitchell airports are just a quick drive to Janesville for the more adventurous... I am hoping my '67 will be back on the road by then, and ready to try out the new exhaust sounds. Even if it isn't, we'll have some fun and make plans for the rest of our summer drives. We are thinking of gathering at around 12-1pm for food/drinks/snacks, then out for a spin in the country. Let me know if you can make it. Oh, BTW Ken & Tammy Williams 400 Seminole Ct Janesville, WI 53545 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 14:47:57 2010 From: chalsted@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:43:35 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada wondered if anyone from Canada could answer this one for me- I'm shipping a set of core seats with runners to Canada...USPS I have to ship in 2 packages as boxed together they run 69 lbs and I can only get USPS prices up to 66 lbs which I figure must be 30kg...will cost me about $150 just to ship the 2 packages. UPS will ship in one box for about $80 but the customer is adamant they want shipped USPS, says they will have to pay $60 in customs fees if sent UPS but evidently no customs fees if sent USPS...how can this be? doesn't make any sense to me. please enlighten me... Thanks Craig ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 18:31:51 2010 From: "Garth Cuthbert" To: , Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:43:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada A couple of shipping lessons I have learned. For Canadians buying in the US. If possible and practicable ship by Greyhound to the nearest depot across the border and go for a short drive and visit. 90% of us live within an hours' drive of the border. Way less expensive and most customs officials will forgive duty on any car parts under $250. Second least expensive method is shipping by UPS, business address to business address using a customs broker to avoid the high UPS customs fees. The additional UPS customs fees are unavoidable if you don't have an UPS account. It is almost the same issues/costs shipping large packages into the US. There may be some other workarounds but I have not found them. Regards Garth -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of chalsted@comcast.net Sent: April-16-10 12:44 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada wondered if anyone from Canada could answer this one for me- I'm shipping a set of core seats with runners to Canada...USPS I have to ship in 2 packages as boxed together they run 69 lbs and I can only get USPS prices up to 66 lbs which I figure must be 30kg...will cost me about $150 just to ship the 2 packages. UPS will ship in one box for about $80 but the customer is adamant they want shipped USPS, says they will have to pay $60 in customs fees if sent UPS but evidently no customs fees if sent USPS...how can this be? doesn't make any sense to me. please enlighten me... Thanks Craig ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcuthber@telus.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 20:02:11 2010 From: mtbdavid2@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:08:12 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] recommendation on good wax and roadster for sale Hi, What do you guys recommend for a good quality wax? I have a year old 5k paint job on my 68 2000 and would like to give it a good wax job. Also, if you know anyone looking I am considering selling my roadster. Email me directly for details and pics. Thanks, David 510-552-0529 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 20:04:07 2010 From: mtbdavid2@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:11:45 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] recommendation on good wax and roadster for sale Hi, What do you guys recommend for a good quality wax? I have a year old 5k paint job on my 68 2000 and would like to give it a good wax job. Also, if you know anyone looking I am considering selling my roadster. Email me directly for details and pics. Thanks, David 510-552-0529 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 16 23:00:17 2010 From: "Chris & Christy Breyer" To: mtbdavid2@aol.com Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:22:42 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] recommendation on good wax and roadster for sale http://socaljaxwax.com/default.aspx On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 6:08 PM, wrote: > Hi, > What do you guys recommend for a good quality wax? I have a year old > 5k paint job on my 68 2000 and would like to give it a good wax job. > Also, if you know anyone looking I am considering selling my roadster. > Email me directly for details and pics. > Thanks, > David > 510-552-0529 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/fairlady66@gmail.com > -- Our Classic Rides: '66 1600 '70 521 510 Wagon in my dreasms Riverside, CA ------------------------------------------------------ If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Datsun, then you are lucky enough. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 05:56:55 2010 From: Kurt Weisner To: , Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:18:55 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada Craig, Customs rules are made by the Government. The Post Office is run by the Government. Why would the Government do anything that made sense. Anything exported by UPS is required to have Customs papers. Indivduals using the Post Office just have to declare the contents. I have seen pkgs marked as gifts, samples, items for repair and return, etc that avoided customs fees, but I think that just depends on the mood of the customs inspector. If you want UPS to call you and explain or need to set up a UPS account let me know. Kurt Weisner Columbus, Indiana, USA 33 year UPS driver 32 year Datsun driver P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY CRAIG ! > Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:43:35 +0000 > From: chalsted@comcast.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada > > wondered if anyone from Canada could answer this one for me- I'm shipping a set of core seats with runners to Canada...USPS I have to ship in 2 packages as boxed together they run 69 lbs and I can only get USPS prices up to 66 lbs which I figure must be 30kg...will cost me about $150 just to ship the 2 packages. UPS will ship in one box for about $80 but the customer is adamant they want shipped USPS, says they will have to pay $60 in customs fees if sent UPS but evidently no customs fees if sent USPS...how can this be? doesn't make any sense to me. please enlighten me... > Thanks > Craig > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rhddatsun@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID283 26::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 07:58:29 2010 From: leehinger@verizon.net To: mtbdavid2@aol.com Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:27:12 -0500 (CDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] recommendation on good wax and roadster for sale ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 13:58:43 2010 From: "Larry Dziuba" To: "Garth Cuthbert" , , Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 13:12:57 -0600 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada Those customs brokers will hose everyone too. Larry. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Garth Cuthbert" To: ; Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 5:43 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada >A couple of shipping lessons I have learned. > > For Canadians buying in the US. If possible and practicable ship by > Greyhound to the nearest depot across the border and go for a short drive > and visit. 90% of us live within an hours' drive of the border. Way less > expensive and most customs officials will forgive duty on any car parts > under $250. > > Second least expensive method is shipping by UPS, business address to > business address using a customs broker to avoid the high UPS customs > fees. > The additional UPS customs fees are unavoidable if you don't have an UPS > account. > > It is almost the same issues/costs shipping large packages into the US. > > There may be some other workarounds but I have not found them. > > > Regards > Garth > > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > chalsted@comcast.net > Sent: April-16-10 12:44 PM > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada > > wondered if anyone from Canada could answer this one for me- I'm shipping > a > set of core seats with runners to Canada...USPS I have to ship in 2 > packages > as boxed together they run 69 lbs and I can only get USPS prices up to 66 > lbs which I figure must be 30kg...will cost me about $150 just to ship the > 2 > packages. UPS will ship in one box for about $80 but the customer is > adamant > they want shipped USPS, says they will have to pay $60 in customs fees if > sent UPS but evidently no customs fees if sent USPS...how can this be? > doesn't make any sense to me. please enlighten me... > Thanks > Craig > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcuthber@telus.net > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/roadster68@shaw.ca ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 15:27:57 2010 From: Mtbdavid2@aol.com To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:57:56 EDT Subject: [Roadsters] question regarding correct wheel offset for datsun Hi, What is the correct wheel offset for a Datsun Roadster? Will wheel size 14x6 with bolt pattern 4x114.3 and O offset work or is the offset incorrect? If the offset is incorrect is there a way to make it work with 185/60/14 tires? Thanks, David ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 17:55:03 2010 From: Gary Callahan To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:08:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada I thought NAFTA was supposed to resolve all these issues! Gary Callahan Beaverton, Oregon 1968 Datsun 1600 "Fairlady" Roadster SPL311-18665 --- On Fri, 4/16/10, Garth Cuthbert wrote: From: Garth Cuthbert Subject: Re: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada To: chalsted@comcast.net, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Friday, April 16, 2010, 4:43 PM A couple of shipping lessons I have learned. For Canadians buying in the US. If possible and practicable ship by Greyhound to the nearest depot across the border and go for a short drive and visit. 90% of us live within an hours' drive of the border. Way less expensive and most customs officials will forgive duty on any car parts under $250. Second least expensive method is shipping by UPS, business address to business address using a customs broker to avoid the high UPS customs fees. The additional UPS customs fees are unavoidable if you don't have an UPS account. It is almost the same issues/costs shipping large packages into the US. There may be some other workarounds but I have not found them. Regards Garth -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of chalsted@comcast.net Sent: April-16-10 12:44 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] question on shipping to Canada wondered if anyone from Canada could answer this one for me- I'm shipping a set of core seats with runners to Canada...USPS I have to ship in 2 packages as boxed together they run 69 lbs and I can only get USPS prices up to 66 lbs which I figure must be 30kg...will cost me about $150 just to ship the 2 packages. UPS will ship in one box for about $80 but the customer is adamant they want shipped USPS, says they will have to pay $60 in customs fees if sent UPS but evidently no customs fees if sent USPS...how can this be? doesn't make any sense to me. please enlighten me... Thanks Craig ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcuthber@telus.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gcallahan@prodigy.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 18:29:48 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:47:43 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] FW: More Info on Parade Laps at The Mitty More info from David about the parade laps at the Mitty. ------------------------------------------ Hey Everybody, I got another email from Tom at Grassroots Motorsports today. I forgot that he is on the Mitty Updates email list I have. Anyway, he read my earlier post and has come up with a great offer for us. Here is what he wrote: "Most, if not all, of your group is invited to be part of the BRE tribute car event on Saturday as well. It doesn't have to be a full BRE livery to be considered a tribute. We want this session in particular to be chock full of Datsuns. We'll have the most BRE-looking cars to the front, and fill in with other Datsuns (510s, Z cars, Fairlady, et al.) until we get to 100. (minus the official BRE cars, so about 80 open spaces). This should be a great photo opportunity for Datsun fans!" So it seems that we will get to be on the track on Saturday. Saturday- special 12:00 p.m. session for BRE tribute cars. (We may open this up to additional cars based on participation.) This is fantastic. Wouldn't it be great if John Morton would be driving the #46 Datsun 510 and lead the pack? So anyway, drivers will need to sign a waiver below and we, the 510 group, will plan to be on the track Saturday at noon. Get with Tom on Friday if possible to sign your waiver and get a parade lap ticket. You don't want to miss this one. Wow. This is going to be GREAT! See you all in 13 days. David Parade Lap Sessions- There will be SIX parade lap sessions over the course of the Mitty weekend. To take part in these sessions, drivers must come to the Classic Motorsports tent at 9:00 a.m. to sign the waiver and receive their parade lap pass. These are issued on a first come, first served basis. Each session is set for 100 cars. Each driver who wishes to participate must be present to sign the waiver. Sessions will take place at the following times- Friday- 12:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Saturday- special 12:00 p.m. session for BRE tribute cars. (We may open this up to additional cars based on participation.) Sunday- 10:00 a.m., 10:20 a.m., and 5:15 p.m. BRE Tribute cars- BRE Tribute cars (Inspired by or painted like the original BRE racers) should stage Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. in the parade lap staging area for judging by Peter Brock himself. There will be signage directing cars from the car corral area to the appropriate staging area. Get there on time and greatly increase your chances for face time with Peter and the BRE Team, and don't forget to bring a sharpie if you'd like an autograph. The awards will be given out during the noon BRE ceremonies, followed by a special parade lap session with the authentic BRE cars. Come see me on Thursday or Friday to sign up for this portion of the event. Parade lap tickets that are unassigned by Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. will be made available to others. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 18:59:12 2010 From: steven boortz To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:19:48 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] dyno Hi everyone Got my car on the dyno and it s running super lean at high RPMs and making only about 60 HP. Swapped out the 220 air jets for some 160s (PHH 44s) and it s still so lean it s off the chart. There don t seem to be any extraneous air leaks. So I m flabbergasted. Any ideas? Thank you in advance. S 675MIZU ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 17 21:24:33 2010 From: "Marcus Pryor" To: Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:51:31 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] dyno First, check for vacuum leaks by spraying WD 40 around the gaskets. If you get an RPM increase, you have found the leak. Barring that, next check your float levels, then fuel pressure. You should have 3-4.5 PSI at the carbs. I have found that sidedraft carbs are particularly susceptible to problems with float levels. I would guess fuel pump problems are causing your lean condition. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason > Hi everyone > Got my car on the dyno and it s running super lean at high RPMs and > making only about 60 HP. Swapped out the 220 air jets for some 160s > (PHH 44s) and it s still so lean it s off the chart. There don t seem to > be any extraneous air leaks. So I m flabbergasted. Any ideas? Thank you > in advance. > S > 675MIZU > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/banshee16@starband.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 18 10:00:32 2010 From: steven boortz To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 08:43:08 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] dyno Good morning everyone To answer some questions: I tried the spray solvent trick and saw no change. I also note that the engine is not running hot. I will check to see which main jets are in there. The thing is, the jets have been in there since the carbs have, aabout 10 years. The only change to speak of is that I now have a straight exhaust exhiting out the side replacing the small turbo muffler out back. Thanks again for all your support. S 675MIZU On Sat Apr 17th, 2010 11:05 PM PDT alvin gogineni wrote: > >if you have a 1600 that's about rightU20's with solexes should pull 100-110 on the dyno > >Alvin Gogineni >San Jose, CA >67.5 SPL/SR20 > > > >> Date: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:19:48 -0700 >> From: vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com >> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Subject: [Roadsters] dyno >> >> Hi everyone >> Got my car on the dyno and it s running super lean at high RPMs and making only about 60 HP. Swapped out the 220 air jets for some 160s (PHH 44s) and it s still so lean it s off the chart. There don t seem to be any extraneous air leaks. So I m flabbergasted. Any ideas? >> Thank you in advance. >> S >> 675MIZU >> ________________________________________ >> Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Suggested annual donation $16.00 >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/alvingogi@hotmail.com > >_________________________________________________________________ >The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. >http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 18 10:31:41 2010 From: steven boortz To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:02:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] dyno cont d To answer Gordon s question, the main jets are 120s. I have no replacements for the main jets. The air jets we re 220 and we swapped those out for 160s. Thanks again. S ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 18 21:38:10 2010 From: "shas1983@netzero.net" To: pat@hornesystemstx.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:03:00 GMT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Confirmed fuel starvation. All ignition items check. Timing is good. No vacuum leaks.Perfect fuel pressure. Engine will climb past 3000 if I pull the choke full lowering the jets. Pulled the screens at the floats. Cleaned them, but they we not bad. I think my floats are not set correctly. My float bowls have what I believe are called gross jets. These have a ball valve instead of the normal pin. They flow more fuel but seem to close a bit quicker than the pins. Does anyone know if they need to be set differently than the normal floats? Thanks Jon Carlisle ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Pat Horne To: "shas1983@netzero.net" Cc: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 22:06:30 -0500 Jon, Put a vacuum gauge on it and watch it when the engine starts to sputter. If it drops, it is probably fuel related. if it stays up, check ignition. Make sure the polarity of the coil is correct. the terminal marked "-" should go to the distributor. Peace, Pat Thusly spake shas1983@netzero.net, On 4/12/2010 8:55 PM: > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. > Any suggestions? > > Thanks > > Jon Carlisle > > > ____________________________________________________________ > Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! > http://www.netzero.net/freeemail?refcd=NZTAGOUT1FREM0210 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/pat@hornesystemstx.com > > > -- 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 -- ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 2000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4bcbc8507fefeb8f14st02duc ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 18 23:21:29 2010 From: Jeff Torres To: Datsun Roadster Mail Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:59:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Solvang Countdown Hello all, The count down has begun..as of this morning we have 62 registered participants..No doubt more will be arriving the day of the show. That is great! I apologize for the lag time in the website update, but as I have said earlier, living in the country has severely damaged my internet ability...No DSL...Satelite internet which is basically dial-up on "roids". Either way we have once again put together a Grrrrrrreat show! We are going to once aggain have a great Awards banquet and raffle..Some of the things we have this year are an Acer 10.1" Netbook, A sweet set of carbs from Z Therapy..I think Dave from East Coast Roadsters is kicking in an Ei set-up...and a whole lot of other stuff....See you all Thursday! We are gonna be setting up shop at Motel 6...... Cheers! Jeff ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 10:19:59 2010 From: Dewey Hahlbohm To: steven boortz , Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 09:55:52 -0600 (GMT-06:00) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] dyno What size main & pilot jets are installed. I encountered an unusual problem when I put the Mikuni's on my 2000. It ran well at idle, and for 20-30 seconds after starting to drive, then it would starve for fuel and run poorly. Turned out the rear carb was starving for fuel because of the way I had my fuel lines running. I put a restrictor in the fuel return line that goes back to the fuel tank and that corrected the problem. The Mikuni manual (available for free online) has a great troubleshooting guide. Good luck, Dewey -----Original Message----- >From: steven boortz >Sent: Apr 17, 2010 6:19 PM >To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Subject: [Roadsters] dyno > >Hi everyone >Got my car on the dyno and it s running super lean at high RPMs and making only about 60 HP. Swapped out the 220 air jets for some 160s (PHH 44s) and it s still so lean it s off the chart. There don t seem to be any extraneous air leaks. So I m flabbergasted. Any ideas? >Thank you in advance. >S >675MIZU >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/hahlbohmd@earthlink.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 12:35:19 2010 From: "gregs672liter@netzero.net" To: shas1983@netzero.net Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:07:12 GMT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms What do you mean by "confirmed fuel starvation"? Do you mean "Yes, it is definitely fuel starvation" or that you checked it for fuel starvation and it is fine? I'm gathering that it is "yes, confirmed the problem is fuel starvation" but wanted to be sure... Greg Burrows To: pat@hornesystemstx.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:03:00 GMT Confirmed fuel starvation. All ignition items check. Timing is good. No vacuum leaks.Perfect fuel pressure. Engine will climb past 3000 if I pull the choke full lowering the jets. Pulled the screens at the floats. Cleaned them, but they we not bad. I think my floats are not set correctly. My float bowls have what I believe are called gross jets. These have a ball valve instead of the normal pin. They flow more fuel but seem to close a bit quicker than the pins. Does anyone know if they need to be set differently than the normal floats? Thanks Jon Carlisle ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Pat Horne To: "shas1983@netzero.net" Cc: vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 22:06:30 -0500 Jon, Put a vacuum gauge on it and watch it when the engine starts to sputter. If it drops, it is probably fuel related. if it stays up, check ignition. Make sure the polarity of the coil is correct. the terminal marked "-" should go to the distributor. Peace, Pat Thusly spake shas1983@netzero.net, On 4/12/2010 8:55 PM: > We have been debugging our recently restored 69 2000 with SU's and B cam. Just > got floats and needles corrected, timing set, new fuel pump,new non-smog > distributor, etc.. Drove for the first time in 25 years. Runs good up to > around 3000 rpms and sputters/doesnt want to accelerate past 3 M under load. > Bought new coil thinking that was the problem. Car now cranks instantly and > definitely idles better with new coil. Still doesn't want to take gas past 3M > rpms. Thought it was ignition related but now wondering if it could be carbs. > Any suggestions? > > Thanks > > Jon Carlisle > > ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 2000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4bcc9bef96d2bd0876st02vuc ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 12:57:32 2010 From: "gregs672liter@netzero.net" To: vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:09:43 GMT Subject: Re: [Roadsters] dyno cont d OK, ya, 120s are too small, especially with 220 airs! Need at least 150 mains... get some or get them drilled. Greg Burrows ---------- Original Message ---------- From: steven boortz To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] dyno cont d Date: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:02:52 -0700 (PDT) To answer Gordon s question, the main jets are 120s. I have no replacements for the main jets. The air jets we re 220 and we swapped those out for 160s. Thanks again. S ____________________________________________________________ Penny Stock Jumping 2000% Sign up to the #1 voted penny stock newsletter for free today! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4bcc9ca6d77d8d1fe7st01vuc ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 15:40:55 2010 From: "Tom Hendricksen" To: "Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net" Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:05:10 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Help on carbs. I am not sure about which manifold to use, but maybe there is an e-mail list, or someone on the roadster list who might have a few ideas. I am forwarding your request to the roadster list for suggestions, or direction to an e-mail list fo rhte 620 series of Datsun's. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org On 4/17/2010 5:11:35 PM, Joe Barrientos (joeb3747@yahoo.com) wrote: > Hello. Would you have any idea on how to put a pair of sss dual carbs from > a 69 510 into a 620 pick up? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 18:03:24 2010 From: "Brian Hollands" To: , Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:35:24 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms Get rid of the grose jets. 20 years ago, I had a set in my SU's for nearly ten years and they were great. I replaced them some years back with another set and wound up with problems similar to what you're experiencing now. Mine would dump fuel out of the overflows randomly. Whenever it happened, I'd get a bad stumble. It seems that they just don't make 'em the same way anymore. Ultimately I solved the problem by putting Solex's on the car :) Brian H 69 2000 Tampa, FL -----Original Message----- My float bowls have what I believe are called gross jets. These have a ball valve instead of the normal pin. They flow more fuel but seem to close a bit quicker than the pins. Does anyone know if they need to be set differently than the normal floats? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 19 21:20:32 2010 From: "Pete Peters" To: "'Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net'" Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:00:52 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] OT: install 510 SSS carbs onto 620 The SSS carbs were 38mm flat top SUs (the good flat tops) on a special manifold for the L18. Straight swap if the 620 has an L-motor, which it should. Folks on Ratsun.net probably your best resource. Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tom Hendricksen Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 2:05 PM To: Datsun-Roadsters@Autox. Team. Net; joeb3747@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Help on carbs. I am not sure about which manifold to use, but maybe there is an e-mail list, or someone on the roadster list who might have a few ideas. I am forwarding your request to the roadster list for suggestions, or direction to an e-mail list fo rhte 620 series of Datsun's. Tom 69 2000 - Mr. Hyde Portland http://www.datsun2000.com http://www.nowroc.org On 4/17/2010 5:11:35 PM, Joe Barrientos (joeb3747@yahoo.com) wrote: > Hello. Would you have any idea on how to put a pair of sss dual carbs > from a 69 510 into a 620 pick up? ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914@comcast.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 20 15:18:50 2010 From: "Stephen Wan" To: , Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:51:55 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms I would recommend rejetting the needles or raising them up into the piston a-bit. My R16 would not rev past 5k after I changed air filter to K&N's w/ velocity stacks. I put in a richer needle profile and she revs up to redline no problem. Results from pulling the choke is tha same as yours. I also had it backfires from leaning out as well before changing needles. Steve > Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:03:00 GMT > From: "shas1983@netzero.net" > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > To: pat@hornesystemstx.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Message-ID: <20100418.200300.7519.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Confirmed fuel starvation. All ignition items check. Timing is good. No vacuum > leaks.Perfect fuel pressure. Engine will climb past 3000 if I pull the choke > full lowering the jets. > Pulled the screens at the floats. Cleaned them, but they we not bad. I think > my floats are not set correctly. My float bowls have what I believe are called > gross jets. These have a ball valve instead of the normal pin. They flow more > fuel but seem to close a bit quicker than the pins. Does anyone know if they > need to be set differently than the normal floats? > Thanks > Jon Carlisle ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 20 16:33:13 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:07:41 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Marine Clean substitute/replacement? A friend gave me some Marine Clean to use as part of the POR15 rust repair/proofing process on my Roadster. I had enough to clean and finish the inner fenders but don't have nearly enough left to do the outer fenders when I get them back from the shop where they are being stripped. I tried to order more from the web site and had all kinds of problems with the web ordering process. I did finally manage to place an order but now cannot confirm it as I am not able to log into the web site AGAIN (same as last weekend started out). I am afraid the order did not get placed even though I have a confirmation number. Even if it ships tomorrow I will not get it in time for the weekend. So, finally my questions: Can Marine Clean be bought "over the counter"? If so, where please? I have not seen it at my FLAPS. Is there something else I can buy OTC that works as well or better? sorry to be so verbose. I needed to vent as well as ask for info. PEACE :-) Tim ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 20 18:35:03 2010 From: Dewey Hahlbohm To: Tim , "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:21:08 -0600 (GMT-06:00) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Marine Clean substitute/replacement? I have seen POR-15 products at our local Car Quest store. It has a big paint department. Good luck, Dewey -----Original Message----- >From: Tim >Sent: Apr 20, 2010 4:07 PM >To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" >Subject: [Roadsters] Marine Clean substitute/replacement? > >A friend gave me some Marine Clean to use as part of the POR15 rust >repair/proofing process on my Roadster. I had enough to clean and finish the >inner fenders but don't have nearly enough left to do the outer fenders when I >get them back from the shop where they are being stripped. > >I tried to order more from the web site and had all kinds of problems with the >web ordering process. I did finally manage to place an order but now cannot >confirm it as I am not able to log into the web site AGAIN (same as last weekend >started out). I am afraid the order did not get placed even though I have a >confirmation number. Even if it ships tomorrow I will not get it in time for the >weekend. > >So, finally my questions: Can Marine Clean be bought "over the counter"? If so, >where please? I have not seen it at my FLAPS. Is there something else I can buy >OTC that works as well or better? > >sorry to be so verbose. I needed to vent as well as ask for info. > >PEACE :-) > >Tim >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/hahlbohmd@earthlink.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 20 19:34:00 2010 From: "E Scanlon" To: "Tim" , "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:19:04 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Marine Clean substitute/replacement? The MAIN purpose for the Marine Clean is to DE-GREASE your surface. If you've sent your panels to be stripped, they've removed the paint, etc. from the surface and the only remaining items would/could be finger oils and other light oils. Simply prepare a solution of dishwashing liquid (Dawn, or some other GREASE CUTTING solution will suffice) and wash and rinse well. Allow to dry thoroughly and follow with the Metal Ready solution. The KEY element in preparing a surface for POR is the Metal Ready solution. That is a phosphoric acid wash that gives the surface "tooth" for the POR to grip tightly. Without the Metal Ready, POR will adhere, but nowhere near as well as with it. If you were talking new sheet metal that had never had it's surface scuffed from it's original stamping date, it more than likely would NOT adhere. FWIW E ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 09:36:57 2010 From: keith0alan@aol.com To: datsun_sports@hotmail.com, datsunmike@nyc.rr.com, Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:20:07 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] orlane parize http://www.shortwavemonitor.com/home.php ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 11:39:04 2010 From: "robert k. smith" To: roadster list , Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:23:00 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms hi jon, did you get my suggestion to ck. the fittings that the little hose hooks to?(between the moveable jet and the bottom of the float chamber). i had one situation where there was a partial blockage in that fitting area. bob smith > From: steve@olsonarchitect.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net; shas1983@netzero.net > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:51:55 -0700 > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > > I would recommend rejetting the needles or raising them up into the piston > a-bit. > My R16 would not rev past 5k after I changed air filter to K&N's w/ velocity > stacks. > I put in a richer needle profile and she revs up to redline no problem. > Results from pulling the choke is tha same as yours. > I also had it backfires from leaning out as well before changing needles. > > Steve > > > Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:03:00 GMT > > From: "shas1983@netzero.net" > > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster cuts out at 3k rpms > > To: pat@hornesystemstx.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > > Message-ID: <20100418.200300.7519.0@webmail18.dca.untd.com> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > > > Confirmed fuel starvation. All ignition items check. Timing is good. No > vacuum > > leaks.Perfect fuel pressure. Engine will climb past 3000 if I pull the > choke > > full lowering the jets. > > Pulled the screens at the floats. Cleaned them, but they we not bad. I > think > > my floats are not set correctly. My float bowls have what I believe are > called > > gross jets. These have a ball valve instead of the normal pin. They flow > more > > fuel but seem to close a bit quicker than the pins. Does anyone know if > they > > need to be set differently than the normal floats? > > Thanks > > Jon Carlisle > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rksmith46@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 16:10:12 2010 From: "Aaron Polivka" To: Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:50:16 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild I just took the roadster out of storage for "spring". Unfortunately, it's supposed to be below freezing tonight. But, anyway, on my way home, I noticed that at about 60+ miles per hour the speedo starting going wild. It was jumping back and forth wildly plus or minus 20 mph or so. It has previously been rock steady at every speed. When I slow down, it does settle out, and doesn't start jumping again till I go rather fast. It's a 1600 with the (wildly optimistic) 140mph speedo. Is this something I should worry about? I've had tea-baggers where there speedo is basically a moving idiot light that bounces, but my Roadster historically has been spot on accurate and steady. Should I disconnect it and squirt in some graphite or something? Regards, -aaron the lurker from Wisconsin ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 16:52:21 2010 From: "Marcus Pryor" To: Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:39:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild Get dome special speedometer lube. The problem is caused by sticking in the cable housing. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason > I just took the roadster out of storage for "spring". Unfortunately, > it's supposed to be below freezing tonight. > > > > But, anyway, on my way home, I noticed that at about 60+ miles per hour > the speedo starting going wild. It was jumping back and forth wildly > plus or minus 20 mph or so. It has previously been rock steady at every > speed. When I slow down, it does settle out, and doesn't start jumping > again till I go rather fast. It's a 1600 with the (wildly optimistic) > 140mph speedo. Is this something I should worry about? I've had > tea-baggers where there speedo is basically a moving idiot light that > bounces, but my Roadster historically has been spot on accurate and > steady. Should I disconnect it and squirt in some graphite or something? > > > > Regards, > > > > -aaron the lurker from Wisconsin > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/banshee16@starband.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 17:03:51 2010 From: "Marcus Pryor" To: Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:53:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Marine Clean substitute/replacement? Try West Marine, or some other marine supplier. Marcus A. Pryor For a new age of reason > A friend gave me some Marine Clean to use as part of the POR15 rust > repair/proofing process on my Roadster. I had enough to clean and finish > the inner fenders but don't have nearly enough left to do the outer > fenders when I get them back from the shop where they are being > stripped. > > I tried to order more from the web site and had all kinds of problems > with the web ordering process. I did finally manage to place an order > but now cannot confirm it as I am not able to log into the web site > AGAIN (same as last weekend started out). I am afraid the order did not > get placed even though I have a confirmation number. Even if it ships > tomorrow I will not get it in time for the weekend. > > So, finally my questions: Can Marine Clean be bought "over the counter"? > If so, where please? I have not seen it at my FLAPS. Is there something > else I can buy OTC that works as well or better? > > sorry to be so verbose. I needed to vent as well as ask for info. > > PEACE :-) > > Tim > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/banshee16@starband.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 17:04:58 2010 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 22:45:31 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Partly OT: Mini BRE set BRE slot car team -- transporter not included: ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 21 20:03:31 2010 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Aaron Polivka" , Date: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:01:16 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild Aaron, Most likely, you probably have a bit of corrosion on the steel speedometer cable inside its sheath. You can try putting some cable lube (a graphite-based material with a liquid carrier in a bottle), and put it down one end of the cable. But, for my part, I'd take the speedo cable out of the car, put some liquid graphite lube down one end and work it back and forth. I don't recall whether the cable will come out of the sheath when it is completely disconnected, but I think it does. If so, you can clean up any rust, lube it well, and be good to go. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Aaron Polivka" To: Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 4:50 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild >I just took the roadster out of storage for "spring". Unfortunately, > it's supposed to be below freezing tonight. > > > > But, anyway, on my way home, I noticed that at about 60+ miles per hour > the speedo starting going wild. It was jumping back and forth wildly > plus or minus 20 mph or so. It has previously been rock steady at every > speed. When I slow down, it does settle out, and doesn't start jumping > again till I go rather fast. It's a 1600 with the (wildly optimistic) > 140mph speedo. Is this something I should worry about? I've had > tea-baggers where there speedo is basically a moving idiot light that > bounces, but my Roadster historically has been spot on accurate and > steady. Should I disconnect it and squirt in some graphite or something? > > > > Regards, > > > > -aaron the lurker from Wisconsin > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc@att.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 07:19:12 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:06:11 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] 40th Anniversary of the Z Autoweek article about the 40th Anniversary of the Datsun Z. I even spotted a roadster photo in the article. http://www.autoweek.com/section/ztastic&template=final -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 09:18:59 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:10:04 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Just a reminder. I have been out for a few rides this spring and everything seemed to be working fine on my 1600. Today I took about a 20 mile 'warm up' ride so I could change the oil before heading to the Mitty next week. Headed off to the What-fell-off-the-truck bargain store with my 20% off coupon to see what new came in since my last visit. On the ride over, I hit a stretch of rough road, and suddenly the top latch right in front of me popped and scared the heck out of me. Two lessons to be learned from this: 1) You need to adjust the top latches after a winter's rest. 2) It's a convertible so leave the hard top at home! I hope that's the only scare I get on the long trip next week. See ya at the Mitty! Paul Ohio . ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 10:35:20 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:32:07 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Wiper blades Getting tired of RainX and with dial up I can't do much surfing. So, anybody got an idea what type/number windshield wipers a '69 roadster takes? TIA< Paul Ohio Soon to be Mitty bound! ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 12:03:55 2010 From: Ronnie Day To: Paul <9laser3@bright.net> Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:47:13 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Wiper blades > Paul > B Getting tired of RainX and with dial up I can't do much surfing. B So, > anybody got an idea what type/number windshield wipers a '69 roadster takes? >From the 311s.org Techwiki - Bosch Windshield Wiper Blades WBA 709. Fit all 1968, 1969 and 1970 Datsun 2000 Roadster and 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 Fiat 1200 and 1500 Spider models. Also fit 1967, 1968 and 1969 Lancia Fulvia 2C. These ANCO numbers are listed for the wiper assembly for a '70 2000:ANCO - Aerovantage Blade Part No: 91-13, ANCO - Winter Blade, Part No: 30-13, ANCO (ANC) - Wiper Blade Part No: 31-13, And here are the listed refills: ANCO - Aerovantage Refill Part No: 19-13, ANCO - Aerovantage Refill Part No: N13R, ANCO - Anco Type Refill Part No: 11-13, ANCO - Anco Type Refill Part No: 12-13(High Windshield) IIRC, I used one of the Ancos on my '70 2K. Ron ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 12:04:30 2010 From: "shas1983@netzero.net" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:47:45 GMT Subject: [Roadsters] Carb needle to use on 200 with SU's and B cam Does anyone know if the standard N-17 needles are curved correctly for use with a B cam? If not, any idea which are? ____________________________________________________________ Refinance Now 4.0% FIXED! $160,000 Mortgage for $633/mo. Free. No Obligation. Get 4 Quotes! http://thirdpartyoffers.netzero.net/TGL3241/4bd08bf51f582133777st03duc ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 12:41:18 2010 From: "Bubba" To: "Aaron Polivka" , Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:16:41 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild Clean and lube the cable. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Aaron Polivka" To: Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 4:50 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Speedometer going wild >I just took the roadster out of storage for "spring". Unfortunately, > it's supposed to be below freezing tonight. > > > > But, anyway, on my way home, I noticed that at about 60+ miles per hour > the speedo starting going wild. It was jumping back and forth wildly > plus or minus 20 mph or so. It has previously been rock steady at every > speed. When I slow down, it does settle out, and doesn't start jumping > again till I go rather fast. It's a 1600 with the (wildly optimistic) > 140mph speedo. Is this something I should worry about? I've had > tea-baggers where there speedo is basically a moving idiot light that > bounces, but my Roadster historically has been spot on accurate and > steady. Should I disconnect it and squirt in some graphite or something? > > > > Regards, > > > > -aaron the lurker from Wisconsin > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/bubwin@mts.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 16:19:40 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:55:42 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] coated brake lines While building a "new" set of brakes for my 1600, I have managed to save a full set of front brake lines from one of my part cars. Unfortunately, they are the coated variety. I would like to clean them up and save them as an emergency back up set (I put NOS lines on the brake set-up I built today). What is the best and/or easiest way to get this coating of the hard lines? I briefly tried a utility knife but didn't try to hard as I don't want to do damage. TIA Tim Dairyland Datsuns ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 16:35:21 2010 From: Ted Scott To: Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 22:35:33 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Low speed related front end shimmy I have only had my 68 SRL out a few dozen miles since spring started. However I am unsure what is wrong with the car, between 25 to about 30 mph, the car has a significant shimmy, both accelerating and decelerating. Also happens when in neutral and coasting as I slow down. I had the front wheels reballanced yesterday, its a little better, but still an issue. I was going to just get a front end allignment, but wanted to fix the problem if I could prior. This problem is new, did not happen in the fall when I bought the car. I have had the wheels off several times, and did not mark the postion that it was originally in. The front seems fairly tight, and looking at the front end, there appears to have been a fair amount of new parts replaced in the recent past. Any thoughts? thanks. _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 16:50:13 2010 From: RWM To: Ted Scott , Datsun Roadster Listserver Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:38:48 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low speed related front end shimmy Ted, Sounds like a bad (or going bad) U-Joint. - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex Ted Scott wrote: > I have only had my 68 SRL out a few dozen miles since spring started. However > I am unsure what is wrong with the car, between 25 to about 30 mph, the car > has a significant shimmy, both accelerating and decelerating. Also happens > when in neutral and coasting as I slow down. I had the front wheels > reballanced yesterday, its a little better, but still an issue. I was going to > just get a front end allignment, but wanted to fix the problem if I could > prior. This problem is new, did not happen in the fall when I bought the car. > I have had the wheels off several times, and did not mark the postion that it > was originally in. The front seems fairly tight, and looking at the front end, > there appears to have been a fair amount of new parts replaced in the recent > past. Any thoughts? thanks. -- 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. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 18:06:00 2010 From: Ted Scott To: Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 23:55:20 +0000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy Rob Mann, and felow members, thanks. Rob thanks for the quick response, it was less than 3 minutes, and you wrong, the U Joint isn't bad, it was falling off. I put the car up, and crawled under to note one bolt was missing, so since it looks tough to get in from below, I attacked from above. With a finger along the edges, I found two bolts missing. So hardware store up the street is closed, I will get at this tommorrow. I assume starting the bolts from above, and tightening from underneath is the correct way to get at them? I have the new Datsun book, but it didn't have any details on tightening up those bolts. Again, thanks for the quick help. _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 18:34:56 2010 From: "RWM (Out of the Office)" To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:26:53 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy Ted, Wow, I hate to be wrong like that... Like you, I'd let gravity help. Insert bolts from above, tighten nuts from below makes sense. - Bob Ted Scott wrote: > Rob Mann, and felow members, thanks. > > Rob thanks for the quick response, it was less than 3 minutes, and you wrong, > the U Joint isn't bad, it was falling off. I put the car up, and crawled under > to note one bolt was missing, so since it looks tough to get in from below, I > attacked from above. With a finger along the edges, I found two bolts missing. > So hardware store up the street is closed, I will get at this tommorrow. I > assume starting the bolts from above, and tightening from underneath is the > correct way to get at them? I have the new Datsun book, but it didn't have any > details on tightening up those bolts. > > Again, thanks for the quick help. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 18:50:52 2010 From: Tim To: Ted Scott , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:43:15 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low speed related front end shimmy I would have said old tyres (don't ask me how I know this), but since you have already solved it, never mind. Tim Dairyland Datsuns ---- Ted Scott wrote: ============= I have only had my 68 SRL out a few dozen miles since spring started. However I am unsure what is wrong with the car, between 25 to about 30 mph, the car has a significant shimmy, both accelerating and decelerating. Also happens when in neutral and coasting as I slow down. I had the front wheels reballanced yesterday, its a little better, but still an issue. I was going to just get a front end allignment, but wanted to fix the problem if I could prior. This problem is new, did not happen in the fall when I bought the car. I have had the wheels off several times, and did not mark the postion that it was originally in. The front seems fairly tight, and looking at the front end, there appears to have been a fair amount of new parts replaced in the recent past. Any thoughts? thanks. _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland@charter.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 18:51:04 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: RWM Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:47:28 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Low speed related front end shimmy Yeah, check the driveshaft. I had a similar problem years ago & it turned out the driveshaft bolts were loose or missing. -Dave Cooke On Thu, Apr 22, 2010 at 5:38 PM, RWM wrote: > Ted, > > Sounds like a bad (or going bad) U-Joint. > > - Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex > > > > > Ted Scott wrote: > >> I have only had my 68 SRL out a few dozen miles since spring started. >> However >> I am unsure what is wrong with the car, between 25 to about 30 mph, the >> car >> has a significant shimmy, both accelerating and decelerating. Also happens >> when in neutral and coasting as I slow down. I had the front wheels >> reballanced yesterday, its a little better, but still an issue. I was >> going to >> just get a front end allignment, but wanted to fix the problem if I could >> prior. This problem is new, did not happen in the fall when I bought the >> car. >> I have had the wheels off several times, and did not mark the postion that >> it >> was originally in. The front seems fairly tight, and looking at the front >> end, >> there appears to have been a fair amount of new parts replaced in the >> recent >> past. Any thoughts? thanks. >> > > -- > 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. > > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/cookefam314@gmail.com > -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 19:20:19 2010 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: tputland@charter.net, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:20:26 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] coated brake lines That is what I used. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Tim To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Sent: Thu, Apr 22, 2010 2:55 pm Subject: [Roadsters] coated brake lines While building a "new" set of brakes for my 1600, I have managed to save a full set of front brake lines from one of my part cars. Unfortunately, they are the coated variety. I would like to clean them up and save them as an emergency back up set (I put NOS lines on the brake set-up I built today). What is the best and/or easiest way to get this coating of the hard lines? I briefly tried a utility knife but didn't try to hard as I don't want to do damage. TIA Tim Dairyland Datsuns ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 21:39:17 2010 From: fairladyracing@comcast.net To: Ted Scott Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:29:37 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy Ted: Don't use ordinary hardware bolts for this application. Find the correct length shoulder bolts, same as used on the Z-cars, they work much better. Good luck Dan & Susan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ted Scott" To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 4:55:20 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy Rob Mann, and felow members, thanks. Rob thanks for the quick response, it was less than 3 minutes, and you wrong, the U Joint isn't bad, it was falling off. I put the car up, and crawled under to note one bolt was missing, so since it looks tough to get in from below, I attacked from above. With a finger along the edges, I found two bolts missing. So hardware store up the street is closed, I will get at this tommorrow. I assume starting the bolts from above, and tightening from underneath is the correct way to get at them? I have the new Datsun book, but it didn't have any details on tightening up those bolts. Again, thanks for the quick help. _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/fairladyracing@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 22 22:06:22 2010 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Ted Scott" , Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 22:55:13 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy Ted, If you can get at them from underneath, go for it. When I pulled the engine/trans from my '67-1/2 2000 last spring, I decided to disconnect the driveshaft at the front flange. Even with new bolts, it was quite difficult to get the first bolt started. (Hold the driveshaft flange to the trans flange with one hand, hold the bolt with your other hand, and turn the nut with your other hand....) Got a friend to help hold the flanges while I worked the bolts. Once the first is in place, it became a lot easier. I had to tighten the bolts from above, though, as I could see a way to get wrenches on them from below. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ted Scott" To: Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 6:55 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy > Rob Mann, and felow members, thanks. > > Rob thanks for the quick response, it was less than 3 minutes, and you > wrong, > the U Joint isn't bad, it was falling off. I put the car up, and crawled > under > to note one bolt was missing, so since it looks tough to get in from > below, I > attacked from above. With a finger along the edges, I found two bolts > missing. > So hardware store up the street is closed, I will get at this tommorrow. I > assume starting the bolts from above, and tightening from underneath is > the > correct way to get at them? I have the new Datsun book, but it didn't have > any > details on tightening up those bolts. > > Again, thanks for the quick help. > > _________________________________________________________________ > The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. > http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL > :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc@att.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 05:52:09 2010 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 06:37:47 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] front end shimmy, parts << Find the correct length shoulder bolts, same as used on the Z-cars, they work much better >> Agreed, and since the others vibrated loose, I'd put nylocks on there too. Fergus O ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 06:06:42 2010 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 06:46:03 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] incapable alignment shops, ahh well Did a complete teardown of the front suspension, all went together well. (other than taking a long time to do it) One thing I realized I did was install a spring perch rubber on the driver side, when there was already one there. Got to the pass side and wondered why it was such a strange fit, realized there was already an old one there. Ahh well. Took it to 2 different alignment shops, neither could do it. "My machine only goes back to 1975." The second one even called the machine maintenance company, and asked them how to input specs (Gordon's specs), and still couldn't do it. So, I have an appointment with a hot rod custom alignment shop (yep, shoulda gone there first...) on Wednesday, have to do the Solvang drive as-is. So my observation: I installed comp springs (not the super comps), and the front ride height has not dropped one bit. Didn't think the old alignment settings would hold up ride height. I don't get it. Fergus O PS: in case anyone missed it, some of us will be early departures from Solvang going south, going to do a backroads drive, 101 S to Carpinteria / Ojai / uptowards Taft / then backroads to Frazier Park / backroads to Palmdale / maybe Angeles Crest or Francisquito or Lake Hughes back to civilization. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 08:53:11 2010 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:51:28 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] coated brake lines I used a utility knife. Score the coating and pull it off. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim" To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 2:55:42 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [Roadsters] coated brake lines While building a "new" set of brakes for my 1600, I have managed to save a full set of front brake lines from one of my part cars. Unfortunately, they are the coated variety. I would like to clean them up and save them as an emergency back up set (I put NOS lines on the brake set-up I built today). What is the best and/or easiest way to get this coating of the hard lines? I briefly tried a utility knife but didn't try to hard as I don't want to do damage. TIA Tim Dairyland Datsuns ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 12:32:00 2010 From: Gary Boone To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:13:09 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] FMSI # for front brake pads? Does anyone out there know the FMSI # for the front brake pads? In case it matters (which I don't think it does), for a 1970 SRL. Thanks in advance. Gary Boone ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 15:55:16 2010 From: Gary Boone To: Gary Boone , Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:31:33 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] FMSI # for front brake pads? I found the answer. In case anyone else needs it: for the Dunlop MKII caliper, the FMSI number for the pad is D23-702IM ----- Original Message ---- From: Gary Boone To: Datsun Roadster List Sent: Fri, April 23, 2010 12:13:09 PM Subject: [Roadsters] FMSI # for front brake pads? Does anyone out there know the FMSI # for the front brake pads? In case it matters (which I don't think it does), for a 1970 SRL. Thanks in advance. Gary Boone ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 17:07:51 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: Datsun Mailing List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:05:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild I have just rebuilt my brake calipers. The first three I got back together with moderate problems, but all hold fluid. I finished the last one today, and everything went together perfectly, but as soon as I step on the pedal, brake fluid comes pouring down the back of the brake bracket. Do I need to rebuild the caliper again? I have all the old parts, but no new rubber. Is there anything else this could be? _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 18:07:28 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: , Datsun Mailing List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:42:27 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild Yeah, that would help. I had my wife step on the pedal. It is pouring down the brake bracket at the bottom of the caliper. The lines, block and bleeder are all fine. It is definitely coming from inside the cylinder.Dan From: poontang188@hotmail.com To: d_kroninger@hotmail.com Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:38:18 -0400 Dan: Exactly where is the fluid coming out? Brake pipe on the caliper cylinder? If yes, which one - inner / outer ' bleeder screw? Brake hose on the brass backing plate block? Other? Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ > From: d_kroninger@hotmail.com > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:05:32 -0500 > Subject: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild > > I have just rebuilt my brake calipers. The first three I got back together > with moderate problems, but all hold fluid. I finished the last one today, and > everything went together perfectly, but as soon as I step on the pedal, brake > fluid comes pouring down the back of the brake bracket. Do I need to rebuild > the caliper again? I have all the old parts, but no new rubber. Is there > anything else this could be? > _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 23 21:15:46 2010 From: Gary Boone To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:44:41 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Fw: FMSI # for front brake pads? I guess I should have explained that FMSI refers to the "Frictions Materials Standards Institute, which provides a comprehensive catalog listing of all brake pad shapes used in the industry. ----- Forwarded Message ---- From: Gary Boone To: Gary Boone ; Datsun Roadster List Sent: Fri, April 23, 2010 3:31:33 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] FMSI # for front brake pads? I found the answer. In case anyone else needs it: for the Dunlop MKII caliper, the FMSI number for the pad is D23-702IM ----- Original Message ---- From: Gary Boone To: Datsun Roadster List Sent: Fri, April 23, 2010 12:13:09 PM Subject: [Roadsters] FMSI # for front brake pads? Does anyone out there know the FMSI # for the front brake pads? In case it matters (which I don't think it does), for a 1970 SRL. Thanks in advance. Gary Boone ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 24 08:09:42 2010 From: ljordan704@netscape.net To: d_kroninger@hotmail.com, datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 09:48:38 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild Hi Dan, Glad you figured it out. Front brakes are next for me also. I found Karp's in Upland, CA for sleeving at 60 per if I need that to be done.Cheaper than Whitepost. They have done Datsuns before. They resleeve and then you assemble with your seals. Always something! Linda -----Original Message----- From: Dan Kroninger To: Linda Jordan Sent: Sat, Apr 24, 2010 6:31 am Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild Linda, All the lines were fine. I decided to just bite the bullet and pull it all apart again. It turns out that I had pinched the piston ring on the bottom of the cylinder. It took a good sized chunk out of the ring and brake fluid could then flow past. I will hopefully get it back together today. It is supposed to rain all weekend so I wasn't going out in the roadster anyway. Thanks for your response! Dan To: d_kroninger@hotmail.com; datsuns-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild Date: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:28:35 -0400 From: ljordan704@netscape.net If the tubes aren't connected correctly then they will leak, as in you might have the tube upside down. That recently happened to Peter after his brakes were rebuilt. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Dan Kroninger To: Datsun Mailing List Sent: Fri, Apr 23, 2010 4:05 pm Subject: [Roadsters] Caliper rebuild I have just rebuilt my brake calipers. The first three I got back together with moderate problems, but all hold fluid. I finished the last one today, and everything went together perfectly, but as soon as I step on the pedal, brake fluid comes pouring down the back of the brake bracket. Do I need to rebuild the caliper again? I have all the old parts, but no new rubber. Is there anything else this could be? _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704@netscape.ne t Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. See how.= ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 24 08:44:46 2010 From: Dave Cooke To: datsun-roadsters Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 09:27:23 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] a bit OT - The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z Interesting video showing behind the scenes of a commercial film shoot using a Nissan engine... The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z - 370z - Gizmodo http://bit.ly/aic2E2 -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 24 10:02:07 2010 From: RWM To: datsun-roadsters Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:38:25 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] a bit OT - The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z Just a few steps beyond the 1960s Revell/Monogram "Visible V-8" plastic model. Dave Cooke wrote: > Interesting video showing behind the scenes of a commercial film shoot using > a Nissan engine... > The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z - 370z - Gizmodo > http://bit.ly/aic2E2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sat Apr 24 12:49:52 2010 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Dave Cooke'" , "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Sat, 24 Apr 2010 11:10:01 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] a bit OT - The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z Dang, that's cool! Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dave Cooke Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 7:27 AM To: datsun-roadsters Subject: [Roadsters] a bit OT - The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z Interesting video showing behind the scenes of a commercial film shoot using a Nissan engine... The Making Of an Invisible Nissan 370Z - 370z - Gizmodo http://bit.ly/aic2E2 -- Dave Cooke Midwest Roadsters ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 02:01:17 2010 From: alvin gogineni To: Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 07:25:43 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics We left for Solvang at 4:30am this morning and arrived in Buelton at 8am, 250miles later.Roadster ran fine we avg about 85-90mph with no traffic Weather was fine until we got to Salinas then it was heavy fog/drizzle. We just got back from Solvang at 11pm, what a day! Pictures here:http://rides.webshots.com/album/577449186JeHVqn Big thanks to Jeff and SoCalRoc for putting on the event, weather was perfect after about 11am and we had close to 60 cars. It was fun to see familiar faces and folks that I have not seen in awhile! Some highlights: Eric Straw's SR20DET -powered 2000 won Best Of Show Check out the top! Congrats to Mark and his boosted U20/'66 SPL Lots of cool non-roadster Datsuns at the show! Mark(datsun1500) and Dave (dbrick) flew out!Look at this pretty SR20-powered automatic '67...the gauges were converted to electronic and they were prizes from the last Solvang raffle! Alvin Gogineni San Jose, CA 67.5 SPL/SR20 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 07:01:28 2010 From: RWM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 08:08:11 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics Great shots of great fun. What sort of seats are those in DSC050708/09? Who is the top manufacturer? alvin gogineni wrote: > We left for Solvang at 4:30am this morning and arrived in Buelton at 8am, > 250miles later.Roadster ran fine we avg about 85-90mph with no traffic > Weather was fine until we got to Salinas then it was heavy fog/drizzle. > We just got back from Solvang at 11pm, what a day! > > Pictures here:http://rides.webshots.com/album/577449186JeHVqn > Big thanks to Jeff and SoCalRoc for putting on the event, weather was perfect > after about 11am and we had close to 60 cars. It was fun to see familiar faces > and folks that I have not seen in awhile! > > Some highlights: > Eric Straw's SR20DET -powered 2000 won Best Of Show > Check out the top! > Congrats to Mark and his boosted U20/'66 SPL > Lots of cool non-roadster Datsuns at the show! > Mark(datsun1500) and Dave (dbrick) flew out!Look at this pretty SR20-powered > automatic '67...the gauges were converted to electronic and they were prizes > from the last Solvang raffle! > > > Alvin Gogineni > San Jose, CA > 67.5 SPL/SR20 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 07:36:30 2010 From: "Eric A. Isaacson" To: "'alvin gogineni'" , Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 08:00:05 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics Alvin, I like the hardtop on the white '69 (DSC05258). It looks very similar to the hardtop on the red low windshield (DSC05087). Any idea what kind of tops they are and where I can get one for my '68? Thank you, Eric Isaacson Door County, WI 1968 SPL311 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of alvin gogineni Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:26 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics We left for Solvang at 4:30am this morning and arrived in Buelton at 8am, 250miles later.Roadster ran fine we avg about 85-90mph with no traffic Weather was fine until we got to Salinas then it was heavy fog/drizzle. We just got back from Solvang at 11pm, what a day! Pictures here:http://rides.webshots.com/album/577449186JeHVqn Big thanks to Jeff and SoCalRoc for putting on the event, weather was perfect after about 11am and we had close to 60 cars. It was fun to see familiar faces and folks that I have not seen in awhile! Some highlights: Eric Straw's SR20DET -powered 2000 won Best Of Show Check out the top! Congrats to Mark and his boosted U20/'66 SPL Lots of cool non-roadster Datsuns at the show! Mark(datsun1500) and Dave (dbrick) flew out!Look at this pretty SR20-powered automatic '67...the gauges were converted to electronic and they were prizes from the last Solvang raffle! Alvin Gogineni San Jose, CA 67.5 SPL/SR20 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:W L :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/erik.isaksen@gmail.co m ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 08:03:18 2010 From: "Eric A. Isaacson" To: Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 08:13:34 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics Alvin, I like the hardtop on the white '69 (DSC05258). It looks very similar to the hardtop on the red low windshield (DSC05087). Any idea what kind of tops they are and where I can get one for my '68? Thank you, Eric Isaacson Door County, WI 1968 SPL311 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of alvin gogineni Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:26 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics We left for Solvang at 4:30am this morning and arrived in Buelton at 8am, 250miles later.Roadster ran fine we avg about 85-90mph with no traffic Weather was fine until we got to Salinas then it was heavy fog/drizzle. We just got back from Solvang at 11pm, what a day! Pictures here:http://rides.webshots.com/album/577449186JeHVqn Big thanks to Jeff and SoCalRoc for putting on the event, weather was perfect after about 11am and we had close to 60 cars. It was fun to see familiar faces and folks that I have not seen in awhile! Some highlights: Eric Straw's SR20DET -powered 2000 won Best Of Show Check out the top! Congrats to Mark and his boosted U20/'66 SPL Lots of cool non-roadster Datsuns at the show! Mark(datsun1500) and Dave (dbrick) flew out!Look at this pretty SR20-powered automatic '67...the gauges were converted to electronic and they were prizes from the last Solvang raffle! Alvin Gogineni San Jose, CA 67.5 SPL/SR20 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 08:33:19 2010 From: Dan Zubkoff To: 'alvin gogineni' , Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 07:00:51 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics It looks like a smoothline hard top. http://www.smoothline.com/datsun_2000.php Dan Zubkoff Houston, TX --- On Sun, 4/25/10, Eric A. Isaacson wrote: From: Eric A. Isaacson Subject: Re: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics To: "'alvin gogineni'" , datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Sunday, April 25, 2010, 8:00 AM Alvin, I like the hardtop on the white '69 (DSC05258). It looks very similar to the hardtop on the red low windshield (DSC05087). Any idea what kind of tops they are and where I can get one for my '68? Thank you, Eric Isaacson Door County, WI 1968 SPL311 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of alvin gogineni Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2:26 AM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics We left for Solvang at 4:30am this morning and arrived in Buelton at 8am, 250miles later.Roadster ran fine we avg about 85-90mph with no traffic Weather was fine until we got to Salinas then it was heavy fog/drizzle. We just got back from Solvang at 11pm, what a day! Pictures here:http://rides.webshots.com/album/577449186JeHVqn Big thanks to Jeff and SoCalRoc for putting on the event, weather was perfect after about 11am and we had close to 60 cars. It was fun to see familiar faces and folks that I have not seen in awhile! Some highlights: Eric Straw's SR20DET -powered 2000 won Best Of Show Check out the top! Congrats to Mark and his boosted U20/'66 SPL Lots of cool non-roadster Datsuns at the show! Mark(datsun1500) and Dave (dbrick) flew out!Look at this pretty SR20-powered automatic '67...the gauges were converted to electronic and they were prizes from the last Solvang raffle! Alvin Gogineni San Jose, CA 67.5 SPL/SR20 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:W L :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_2 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/erik.isaksen@gmail.co m ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/zubkoff@sbcglobal.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 11:01:12 2010 From: steven boortz To: roadsters Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 09:13:50 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] roadster sighting hi everyone on Friday, 04/23/2010, in the city of South Pasadena, CA, a white '64 (?) roadster with red seats (including the jump seat), and the number "64" on the doors (explaining my guess at its vintage). it was parked on El Centro, just around the corner from my office. anyone on the list? on another note, i was looking at alvin's pics (thanks alvin!), and noticed a black high windshield car with Panasports, and 4 piston Wilwood front brake calipers. that's a beautiful car. i'm wondering what springs are on it, as it sits as low in the front and back as i WISH my car did. s 675MIZU ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 12:08:50 2010 From: richard bush To: , Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:17:29 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Panasports Greetings. Does anyone know what size Panasports a 67 2000 will take and, where in the Austin Texas area I might be able to buy them? Rick R A Bush, P O Box 500003 Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft!/s powerful SPAM protection. https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 15:37:14 2010 From: Michael Knorr To: Datsun Roadster Listserver Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 15:37:37 -0600 Subject: [Roadsters] "The Reckoning" A few months ago someone on this list recommended David Halberstam's "The Reckoning," about the decline of the American automotive industry and the rise of Japanese cars in this country. I dug up a nice used copy for cheap (the book's over 700 pages long) and have just finished reading chapter 25 on Yukata Katayama (Mr. K). I knew this guy was Mr. "Z-car", but he also successfuly introduced the Nissan line to the American psyche. Apparently, his mindset was more American than Japanese which is why he did so well here. Halberstam slips up occasionally (the 1968 510 was the first 1600, according to Halberstam), but he's a good story teller. About three and a half years ago, I sent Mr. K a 100th birthday card (apparently, several of us did) and received a lovely response from him. Does anyone know if he is still alive? And get a copy of that book, if you can. It's a great read for when the Roadster is in its too long winter storage. Come on May 1! Regards, Michael Knorr 1966 SPL311-03639 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 16:23:02 2010 From: Pat Horne To: richard bush Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:21:52 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Panasports Rick, There may be someone in Austin with these wheels, I'll see what I can find out. In the mean time, check out http://www.acmespeedshop.com/. Hap Waldrop is the one to contact there, he is well thought of on the brit car sites when it comes to wheels. Any idea when you will be getting to Austin and how long you will be here? Peace, Pat Thusly spake richard bush, On 4/25/2010 12:17 PM: > Greetings. > Does anyone know what size Panasports a 67 2000 will take and, where in the Austin Texas area I might be able to buy them? > Rick > R A Bush, P O Box 500003 > Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft!/s powerful SPAM protection. > https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/pat@hornesystemstx.com > > > -- 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 -- ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 16:37:34 2010 From: Pat Horne To: richard bush Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:34:43 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Panasports Konig rewinds are available in Austin. don't know if they are stocked or not, but can at least be ordered. Peace, Pat Thusly spake richard bush, On 4/25/2010 12:17 PM: > Greetings. > Does anyone know what size Panasports a 67 2000 will take and, where in the Austin Texas area I might be able to buy them? > Rick > R A Bush, P O Box 500003 > Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft!/s powerful SPAM protection. > https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/pat@hornesystemstx.com > > > -- 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 -- ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 17:06:57 2010 From: antony wardle To: richard bush Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:02:25 +1000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Panasports i have 185 55 15's on mine look quite nice too i can send you a photo if you want kiwi On 26 April 2010 03:17, richard bush wrote: > Greetings. > Does anyone know what size Panasports a 67 2000 will take and, where in the > Austin Texas area I might be able to buy them? > Rick > R A Bush, P O Box 500003 > Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft!/s powerful SPAM protection. > https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/antonywardle@gmail.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 17:35:32 2010 From: Bob Ballinger <12061997@comcast.net> To: datsun list datsun Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 23:30:22 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] (no subject) Hi List, I was talking to a guy with a 93 Z Thursday at Columbia City Indiana..He said there was someone in the area with a 1600...Anyone on the list?...bob ballinger 67 1600 Muncie IN ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 18:51:01 2010 From: "Pete Peters" To: "Datsun Roadster List" Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:46:52 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Panasports People have put 14, 15, and 16-inch Panasports with various widths on their roadsters. Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of richard bush Sent: Sunday, April 25, 2010 10:17 AM To: vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Panasports Greetings. Does anyone know what size Panasports a 67 2000 will take and, where in the Austin Texas area I might be able to buy them? Rick R A Bush, P O Box 500003 Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft!/s powerful SPAM protection. https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914@comcast.ne t ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Sun Apr 25 21:54:31 2010 From: "robert k. smith" To: , roadster list Date: Sun, 25 Apr 2010 23:55:05 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Comp flywheel hi gary, i know this is an old email, but i have an aluminum flywheel for the u-20 engine. the face has been machined, that means the disc surface is gone. i was going to try it as is, to see how it would wear, but never got around to putting it on my .060 over balanced race eng. with venolia pop up pistons.(13 to1, pistons). i put my old(rebuilt) stock eng. back in the roadster, for the street.(btw, i would like to see some one get the race eng., that would race it). any way, the alum. flywheel is available. bob smith 69 srl 311 > Date: Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:42:05 +0000 > From: barterdude@comcast.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > CC: wycroc@yahoogroups.com > Subject: [Roadsters] Comp flywheel > > Have a friend who is working on restoring a racing roadster. He is looking for a comp fly wheel. Wondering if anyone has one for sale or knows of any companies that sell these? > > Gary Lasater > ________________________________________ > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html > > You are subscribed as rksmith46@hotmail.com > > Datsun-roadsters mailing list > > http://www.team.net/archive > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 05:09:01 2010 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 05:59:13 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] 2010 Solvang pics Hello group, Glad the weather cleared up for your get together. Could Eric Straw contact me off list concerning his hard top and paint color? Thanks Steve Harvey ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 09:40:12 2010 From: "O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)" To: Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:25:56 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Paul Gabriel, you've been spotted ! Didn't see Paul at Solvang, but he stopped by an Irvine, CA car show on his way (maybe) to the Motorsports (MSA) Z show in Orange. Gotcha! http://www.cncpics.com/album/201004/100424/CnC+4-24-2010+122.JPG.html http://www.cncpics.com/album/201004/100424/cnc100424+164.JPG.html car looks great, by the way. But, I have a "strange car design" affliction, so this is one of my favorites. http://www.cncpics.com/album/201004/100424/cnc100424+075.JPG.html but hard to argue with the timeless, classic lines http://www.cncpics.com/album/201004/100424/DSC09095.JPG.html OK, back to work.... Fergus O ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 10:22:59 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "bluebirds" , Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:14:29 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Mitty weather I should know by now that if it is time for the Mitty, it's time for rain. Braselton's forecast is calling for thunderstorms, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I guess I'll take the hardtop! Paul Ohio Mitty bound Wednesday 1969 1600 roadster ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 19:24:31 2010 From: Roger Kersch To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net" Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:24:23 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine I am seeking opinions: I rebuilt and repainted my 2L conversion and never started the fresh bored engine since about 95 or 96, always in heated garage.The cyls could have some surface rust esp w fresh bored and honed cyls. The cyls were oiled then but surely need something.... Or tear it down and clean and oil the cyls? This engine is balanced, Norris cam, ported head, lite flywheel, .060 pistons, shot peened rods Chevy conn rod bolts, springs shimmed .050", 44PHH's, 4.38 lim slip, drilled oil galleries, Koni's, comp sway bar. Should be fun if if I get it going in a few hrs.... Sent from my iPhone ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 20:22:36 2010 From: Ronnie Day To: Roger Kersch Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:20:36 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine > I am seeking opinions: I rebuilt and repainted my 2L conversion and never > started the fresh bored engine since about 95 or 96, always in heated > garage.The cyls could have some surface rust esp w fresh bored and honed > cyls. The cyls were oiled then but surely need something.... Or tear it down > and clean and oil the cyls? This engine is balanced, Norris cam, ported > head, lite flywheel, .060 pistons, shot peened rods Chevy conn rod bolts, > springs shimmed .050", 44PHH's, 4.38 lim slip, drilled oil galleries, > Koni's, comp sway bar. Should be fun if if I get it going in a few hrs.... > If it were mine, I'd at least pull the head and check the cylinders, or maybe use a bore scope if you can rent or borrow one. If the bores aren't clean you know what to do. If they are, you're fine. You've invested too much time and $$$ to cut corners now, IMO. Ron ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Mon Apr 26 22:53:27 2010 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Ronnie Day'" , "'Roger Kersch'" Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:51:18 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine Be sure you prime the lubrication system before you attempt to turn it over at all. It would be a real shame to scrub a bearing on an engine like that. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ronnie Day Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 7:21 PM To: Roger Kersch Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine > I am seeking opinions: I rebuilt and repainted my 2L conversion and never > started the fresh bored engine since about 95 or 96, always in heated > garage.The cyls could have some surface rust esp w fresh bored and honed > cyls. The cyls were oiled then but surely need something.... Or tear it down > and clean and oil the cyls? This engine is balanced, Norris cam, ported > head, lite flywheel, .060 pistons, shot peened rods Chevy conn rod bolts, > springs shimmed .050", 44PHH's, 4.38 lim slip, drilled oil galleries, > Koni's, comp sway bar. Should be fun if if I get it going in a few hrs.... > If it were mine, I'd at least pull the head and check the cylinders, or maybe use a bore scope if you can rent or borrow one. If the bores aren't clean you know what to do. If they are, you're fine. You've invested too much time and $$$ to cut corners now, IMO. Ron ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 05:26:30 2010 From: "Andy Cost" To: "'roadsters'" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:23:18 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] FW: Starting a new engine Check for bolts that have dropped in the spark plug hole. I learned that little life lesson on Saturday on a brand new motor. One broken valve and my ego are all that got damaged. Andy ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 07:24:55 2010 From: Keith Downing To: Andy Cost Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:19:52 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] FW: Starting a new engine Egos are expensive to fix. ________________________________ From: Andy Cost To: roadsters Sent: Tue, April 27, 2010 4:23:18 AM Subject: [Roadsters] FW: Starting a new engine Check for bolts that have dropped in the spark plug hole. I learned that little life lesson on Saturday on a brand new motor. One broken valve and my ego are all that got damaged. Andy ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 08:24:31 2010 From: "Don Lubonski" To: Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:17:30 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Car For Sale Hi to all, my name is Don Lubonski. Where do I go to post my Datsun For Sale. It's a 1969 SPL 311 1600 roaster. Please let me know. Thanks again Don ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 08:56:56 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: , Datsun Mailing List Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:57:33 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Car For Sale Don, Where do you live? Do you have any photos? The best place is www.311s.org. There is a "for sale" section. If you send me your information, I would be happy to send it out to all the Dairyland Datsuns list as well. I know a guy in MKE who is looking for a roadster now. Good luck with the sale! Dan Dairyland Datsuns 68 1600 > From: donlubonski@comcast.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:17:30 -0700 > Subject: [Roadsters] Car For Sale > > Hi to all, my name is Don Lubonski. Where do I go to post my Datsun For Sale. > It's a 1969 SPL 311 1600 roaster. Please let me know. Thanks again Don _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 09:55:18 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:50:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine One trick is to remove the spark plugs to reduce the loads on the bearings, and turn the engine by hand to see if it is free. If it isn't, work it around, possibly putting a teaspoon of oil in each cylinder. Then crank it with the starter, but still without plugs. This will lube everything with the oil pump, without excessive loads on the bearings, etc. Just my 2 cents worth. JimG NJ --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Gordon Glasgow wrote: From: Gordon Glasgow Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine To: "'Ronnie Day'" , "'Roger Kersch'" Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 12:51 AM Be sure you prime the lubrication system before you attempt to turn it over at all. It would be a real shame to scrub a bearing on an engine like that. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Ronnie Day Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 7:21 PM To: Roger Kersch Cc: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine > I am seeking opinions: I rebuilt and repainted my 2L conversion and never > started the fresh bored engine since about 95 or 96, always in heated > garage.The cyls could have some surface rust esp w fresh bored and honed > cyls. The cyls were oiled then but surely need something.... Or tear it down > and clean and oil the cyls? This engine is balanced, Norris cam, ported > head, lite flywheel, .060 pistons, shot peened rods Chevy conn rod bolts, > springs shimmed .050", 44PHH's, 4.38 lim slip, drilled oil galleries, > Koni's, comp sway bar. Should be fun if if I get it going in a few hrs.... > If it were mine, I'd at least pull the head and check the cylinders, or maybe use a bore scope if you can rent or borrow one. If the bores aren't clean you know what to do. If they are, you're fine. You've invested too much time and $$$ to cut corners now, IMO. Ron ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 09:56:21 2010 From: "Paul" <9laser3@bright.net> To: "'Dan Kroninger'" , Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:53:47 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Car For Sale Don, Post the details to this list also, including where you are. You never know who might be looking for another one. Dime Quarterly (Google it) is mainly for 510s, but they do have a free classified section that is okay for any Datsun/Nissan for sale. And of course, 311s.org is a great place also. Paul Ohio -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dan Kroninger Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:58 AM To: donlubonski@comcast.net; Datsun Mailing List Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Car For Sale Don, Where do you live? Do you have any photos? The best place is www.311s.org. There is a "for sale" section. If you send me your information, I would be happy to send it out to all the Dairyland Datsuns list as well. I know a guy in MKE who is looking for a roadster now. Good luck with the sale! Dan Dairyland Datsuns 68 1600 > From: donlubonski@comcast.net > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:17:30 -0700 > Subject: [Roadsters] Car For Sale > > Hi to all, my name is Don Lubonski. Where do I go to post my Datsun For Sale. > It's a 1969 SPL 311 1600 roaster. Please let me know. Thanks again Don _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:W L :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/9laser3@bright.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 11:13:50 2010 From: Andy Cost To: datsun-roadsters Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:04:42 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the cylinder. Andy "One trick is to remove the spark plugs to reduce the loads on the bearings, and turn the engine by hand to see if it is free. If it isn't, work it around, possibly putting a teaspoon of oil in each cylinder. Then crank it with the starter, but still without plugs." ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 12:46:16 2010 From: "Schlegel, Richard" To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:33:29 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine I would just stick some old plugs in there. Take Care, Rich & Kelly '68 1600 http://www.picasaweb.google.com/IAmRockinRich Member of the SoCalROC http://www.SoCalROC.org Video of SoCalROC from the 2008 Japanese Classic Car Show http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-kkdkaRRco ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:04:42 -0400 (EDT) From: Andy Cost That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the cylinder. Andy ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 13:01:04 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:39:27 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine Good Point!!! I used a cloth cover over the entire top of the engine. It has to breath! Jim --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Andy Cost wrote: From: Andy Cost Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine To: "datsun-roadsters" Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 1:04 PM That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the cylinder. Andy "One trick is to remove the spark plugs to reduce the loads on the bearings, and turn the engine by hand to see if it is free. If it isn't, work it around, possibly putting a teaspoon of oil in each cylinder. Then crank it with the starter, but still without plugs." ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 13:01:23 2010 From: Pete Peters To: Datsun Roadster List Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:40:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine Ummmm...there were loose bolts on the valve cover, or.......????? Even so, the odds of anything falling into the spark plug holes...... Was your helper that day named Murphy? Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andy Cost" To: "datsun-roadsters" Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:04:42 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the cylinder. Andy "One trick is to remove the spark plugs to reduce the loads on the bearings, and turn the engine by hand to see if it is free. If it isn't, work it around, possibly putting a teaspoon of oil in each cylinder. Then crank it with the starter, but still without plugs." ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 13:15:46 2010 From: "MH" To: "datsun-roadsters" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:48:02 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine I once knew a guy who had a 70's vintage Travel-All van/ truck.....At one particular time,...exact reason unknown, but I do remember "it seemed like the 'right' thing to do at the time", ......He/ we, (no, it WAS he, now that I think on it some more,......stuck a pencil down a spark plug hole to find "Top Dead Center", otherwise known as TDC......Yes, that worked,......he found TDC,......AND....you guessed it.....broke the pencil off in the 1st cylinder, about 3-4" or so, ..more than enough to decide to remove the manifolds, head, etc., etc., Ha! Ha! looking back, it seems funny now.....oh, just remembered,.....it's was funny THEN!, (it wasn't my vehicle/problem, but I did keep the laugh to myself..Whoever said I don't have "social skills"? :-) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andy Cost" To: "datsun-roadsters" Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 12:04 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Starting a new engine > That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the > sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the > cylinder. > > Andy > > > > "One trick is to remove the spark plugs to reduce the loads on the > bearings, > and turn the engine by hand to see if it is free. If it isn't, work it > around, > possibly putting a teaspoon of oil in each cylinder. > > Then crank it with the starter, but still without plugs." No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.814 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2838 - Release Date: 04/27/10 01:27:00 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 13:32:11 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:11:00 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Jim Gammon wrote: From: Jim Gammon Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine To: "RichardSchlegel" Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 3:10 PM If you do, you'll get compression and loads before you get oil up. I'd over the area with cloth. Don't stick cloth in the holes, it will be blown out or drawn in. Let it breath. Jim --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Schlegel, Richard wrote: From: Schlegel, Richard Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 2:33 PM I would just stick some old plugs in there. Take Care, Rich & Kelly '68 1600 http://www.picasaweb.google.com/IAmRockinRich Member of the SoCalROC http://www.SoCalROC.org Video of SoCalROC from the 2008 Japanese Classic Car Show http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-kkdkaRRco ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:04:42 -0400 (EDT) From: Andy Cost That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the cylinder. Andy ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 15:21:02 2010 From: "Jim Svedise" To: "Datsun Club" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:59:30 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Just got home from Solvang Well just got back from Solvang. Jeff and Gabby Torres and crew did a great job as always. My wife and I left Mexico at 3 am and drove to Palm Springs for the night and up over the Cajon pass 4190 ft on 215 threw rain, sleet and hail coming down into 395 to 58 to 99 to Selma 43 to 198 to 41 to 101 and down to Lompoc and then Solvang logging 1415 miles. Coming back home to San Carlos, Mexico we went 101 to 8 to 10 to 19 1083 miles for a grand total of 2498 miles. Had the little car up to 115 for a short time (it would go faster I wouldn't). Here's some pic's of ride up and show and back home again. I think next year we are going to Shasta show. http://community.webshots.com/album/577480581vaVmxa Jim & Susan Svedise 70 2000 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 15:35:17 2010 From: Andy Cost To: datsun-roadsters Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:22:30 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine It is a KA24DE with the plugs in the center of the valve cover. I think the bolt dropped in before I got the valve cover on but really don't know for sure. I remember the bolt disappearing and thought it had landed on the floor somewhere. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 17:11:47 2010 From: richard bush To: Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:12:16 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Misc: Mirrors: rear view/door; Front Grill emblem Greetings again from Austin. Couple of questions to the group: Mirrors: is there a knock-off mirror that is available for the Roadster - rearview and door? I have three holes that are centered above the windshield and run horizontal. I would also like something for the left hand door. Am thinking of losing the mirror on the right side. I would prefer originals however, I understand they are very expensive. Front Grill Emblem: I have a emblem on the car that says Datsun, similar to what I have seen on most cars at the website. Mine is plastic. Is that the case for all? As always, appreciate your input. Best Rick R A Bush, P O Box 500003 Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 _________________________________________________________________ Your E-mail and More On-the-Go. Get Windows Live Hotmail Free. https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 17:58:49 2010 From: Pat Horne To: richard bush Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:46:02 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Misc: Mirrors: rear view/door; Front Grill emblem Rick, I don't recall what year you car is, but I believe the 3 holes above the center of the windshield are for visors. My 67.5 came with a center-mounted mirror attached to the top of the dash. Most of the original emblems were cast pot metal, with later units being plastic. I don't recall a grill emblem other than the "D" on 2L cars. The 1.6L cars came with a center emblem that was just a series of bars as I recall. The exterior mirrors on my daily driver are after market, and I don't like them, they look too modern. The mirrors on my parts car look like originals, but they are pretty rough. I seem to recall that some folks were using MG mirrors on their cars, hope that doesn't make them leak oil, or their electrics not work! We need to get together and take a look at each other's cars. Are you up for a trip to Lockhart? We are about 30 miles South of Austin. BBQ is big here, I'll treat you to dinner! My car is waiting for me to do an engine overhaul, so it can't come to Austin. Anyone else in the area that wants to get together for dinner, stories and show and tell? Peace, Pat Thusly spake richard bush, On 4/27/2010 6:12 PM: > Greetings again from Austin. > Couple of questions to the group: > Mirrors: is there a knock-off mirror that is available for the Roadster - rearview and door? I have three holes that are centered above the windshield and run horizontal. I would also like something for the left hand door. Am thinking of losing the mirror on the right side. I would prefer originals however, I understand they are very expensive. > Front Grill Emblem: I have a emblem on the car that says Datsun, similar to what I have seen on most cars at the website. Mine is plastic. Is that the case for all? > As always, appreciate your input. > Best > Rick > R A Bush, P O Box 500003 > Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Your E-mail and More On-the-Go. Get Windows Live Hotmail Free. > https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969 > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/pat@hornesystemstx.com > > > -- 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 -- ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 19:43:59 2010 From: Ronnie Day To: pat@hornesystemstx.com Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:31:43 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Misc: Mirrors: rear view/door; Front Grill emblem If you guys can wait until the second week in May, I can maybe bring my car down. Chance (17 year old grandson) and I took it to the KBGO Cruise Night the 1st Saturday of the month. Right now I'm in Meridian, MS, on my way to The Mitty. I'll probably be spending a couple of nights with a high school frien in Auburn on my way home next week. And no, I'm NOT driving the roadster. I'm in the Accord with a whole lot of audio and camera gear and a few clothes! :>) Ron On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 6:46 PM, Pat Horne wrote: > Rick, > > I don't recall what year you car is, but I believe the 3 holes above the > center of the windshield are for visors. My 67.5 came with a center-mounted > mirror attached to the top of the dash. > > Most of the original emblems were cast pot metal, with later units being > plastic. I don't recall a grill emblem other than the "D" on 2L cars. The > 1.6L cars came with a center emblem that was just a series of bars as I > recall. > > The exterior mirrors on my daily driver are after market, and I don't like > them, they look too modern. The mirrors on my parts car look like originals, > but they are pretty rough. I seem to recall that some folks were using MG > mirrors on their cars, hope that doesn't make them leak oil, or their > electrics not work! > > We need to get together and take a look at each other's cars. Are you up for > a trip to Lockhart? We are about 30 miles South of Austin. BBQ is big here, > I'll treat you to dinner! My car is waiting for me to do an engine overhaul, > so it can't come to Austin. > > Anyone else in the area that wants to get together for dinner, stories and > show and tell? > > Peace, > Pat > > Thusly spake richard bush, On 4/27/2010 6:12 PM: >> >> Greetings again from Austin. >> Couple of questions to the group: >> Mirrors: is there a knock-off mirror that is available for the Roadster - >> rearview and door? I have three holes that are centered above the windshield >> and run horizontal. I would also like something for the left hand door. Am >> thinking of losing the mirror on the right side. I would prefer originals >> however, I understand they are very expensive. >> Front Grill Emblem: B I have a emblem on the car that says Datsun, similar >> to what I have seen on most cars at the website. Mine is plastic. Is that >> the case for all? As always, appreciate your input. >> Best Rick R A Bush, P O Box 500003 >> Dubai, UAE; cell: ++971 50 456 4357 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 19:44:54 2010 From: Kurt Weisner To: Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:42:56 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] stuck rear brake HELP! Last fall I noticed that the right rear brake was sticking on my 69 2000. I put it on my list of things to do over the winter. This morning my son ask if it was still OK for him to drive the Roadster to the Prom Saturday night! aggghhhh!! So now I am trying to get the drum off and it won't budge. The hand brake is loose. The adjuster won't turn either way. There is no pressure in the wheel cylinder. What do I do next besides hope for rain? Kurt Weisner 69 SR-311 _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_1 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 20:15:01 2010 From: "Gary and Cindy Ault" To: "Jim Gammon" , "Datsun roadster" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 21:04:26 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine A bath towel over the whole thing should suffice, if you're really concerned about FM exclusion. The rebuild shop which did my U20 has a tank which they fill with oil, connect to the motor (the oil pressure sensor opening, in the case of a U20), and use air pressure to bring up oil pressure before the engine is cranked. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim Gammon" To: "Datsun roadster" Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 2:11 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine > --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Jim Gammon wrote: > > > From: Jim Gammon > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine > To: "RichardSchlegel" > Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 3:10 PM > > > > > > > > If you do, you'll get compression and loads before you get oil up. > > I'd over the area with cloth. Don't stick cloth in the holes, it will be > blown > out or drawn in. > > Let it breath. > > Jim > > --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Schlegel, Richard wrote: > > > From: Schlegel, Richard > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine > To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" > Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 2:33 PM > > > I would just stick some old plugs in there. > > Take Care, > Rich & Kelly > '68 1600 > http://www.picasaweb.google.com/IAmRockinRich > Member of the SoCalROC > http://www.SoCalROC.org > Video of SoCalROC from the 2008 Japanese Classic Car Show > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-kkdkaRRco > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:04:42 -0400 (EDT) > From: Andy Cost > > That's how my motor ate a bolt. If you do this you should tape over the > sparkplug holes or find some other way to keep things from falling in the > cylinder. > Andy > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com > ________________________________________ > Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Suggested annual donation $16.00 > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe/Manage: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc@att.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Tue Apr 27 23:30:07 2010 From: "Gordon Glasgow" To: "'Andy Cost'" , "'datsun-roadsters'" Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:23:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine Oh, okay, a KA. I was wondering how you managed to drop a bolt through the plug hole of a U or R motor. That makes more sense. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Andy Cost Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 2:23 PM To: datsun-roadsters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine It is a KA24DE with the plugs in the center of the valve cover. I think the bolt dropped in before I got the valve cover on but really don't know for sure. I remember the bolt disappearing and thought it had landed on the floor somewhere. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 00:16:05 2010 From: steven boortz To: Gordon Glasgow , Andy Cost Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:03:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine hi everyone. i did this once on an old V8. the carb was off and the nut went down that huge hole in the intake manifold. my dad fashioned a probe from an old toothbrush and a refrigerator-magnet tip, and luckily fished it out. To: Andy Cost ; datsun-roadsters Sent: Tue, April 27, 2010 10:23:59 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine Oh, okay, a KA. I was wondering how you managed to drop a bolt through the plug hole of a U or R motor. That makes more sense. Gordon Glasgow -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Andy Cost Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 2:23 PM To: datsun-roadsters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fw: Re: bolt dropped in engine It is a KA24DE with the plugs in the center of the valve cover. I think the bolt dropped in before I got the valve cover on but really don't know for sure. I remember the bolt disappearing and thought it had landed on the floor somewhere. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow@comcast.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/vociferouschicanery@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 05:44:12 2010 From: "Steve Harvey" To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:32:58 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Paint color Could Chris Breyer contact me off list? Thanks Steve Harvey Milwaukee ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 07:12:35 2010 From: "Ken & Tammy Williams" To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:09:27 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Hey, I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here and there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was curious if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the soft top windows and then have the top down.?? And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. Be safe, Ken '67 1600 Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 07:27:39 2010 From: Phill Brook To: "Ken & Tammy Williams" Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:19:55 +1000 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits You certainly will. Current wisdom is that maximum benefit from sticker performance is if they are below the quarter window or wing mirror (if it is on the fender). Demonstrable performance improvements have also been made with the stickers running along the sill, below the doors. However damage from stone chips may cause a gradual loss of performance which can only be remedied by fitting new stockers. Hope that helps. Phill B On 28/04/2010, at 11:09 PM, Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > Hey, > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. > So, I'm > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces > here and > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I > was curious > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on > the soft > top windows and then have the top down.?? > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific > answer. > Be safe, > Ken > '67 1600 > Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 07:30:31 2010 From: RWM To: Ken & Tammy Williams , Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:29:29 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 07:42:15 2010 From: RWM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:32:45 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance improvements. On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended psy-ops performance benefits. Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > Hey, > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here and > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was curious > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the soft > top windows and then have the top down.?? > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. > Be safe, > Ken > '67 1600 > Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 08:12:22 2010 From: "Schlegel, Richard" To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 07:11:55 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 4, Issue 143 Really? I didn't mean have the plugs in there while he turned the engine over! I meant have the old plugs in there while he is still working on the motor. I assumed when he said he dropped a bolt in the cylinder it was while working on it not while turning the engine over. I also assume a certain amount of intelligence (more than I have) and common sense on this list and thought that (pulling plugs BEFORE turning engine over) was implied. Maybe there is a hygiene problem here and they need to work on keeping the area cleaner? Rich ---------------------------------------------- From: Jim Gammon Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine If you do, you'll get compression and loads before you get oil up. I'd over the area with cloth. Don't stick cloth in the holes, it will be blown out or drawn in. Let it breath. Jim --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Schlegel, Richard wrote: From: Schlegel, Richard Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 2:33 PM I would just stick some old plugs in there. Take Care, Rich & Kelly ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 10:13:30 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:05:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 4, Issue 143 Oh, in that case I agree 100%! Jim --- On Wed, 4/28/10, Schlegel, Richard wrote: From: Schlegel, Richard Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 4, Issue 143 To: "'datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net'" Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 10:11 AM Really? I didn't mean have the plugs in there while he turned the engine over! I meant have the old plugs in there while he is still working on the motor. I assumed when he said he dropped a bolt in the cylinder it was while working on it not while turning the engine over. I also assume a certain amount of intelligence (more than I have) and common sense on this list and thought that (pulling plugs BEFORE turning engine over) was implied. Maybe there is a hygiene problem here and they need to work on keeping the area cleaner? Rich ---------------------------------------------- From: Jim Gammon Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine If you do, you'll get compression and loads before you get oil up. I'd over the area with cloth. Don't stick cloth in the holes, it will be blown out or drawn in. Let it breath. Jim --- On Tue, 4/27/10, Schlegel, Richard wrote: From: Schlegel, Richard Subject: Re: [Roadsters] bolt dropped in engine Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 2:33 PM I would just stick some old plugs in there. Take Care, Rich & Kelly ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 10:14:23 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: Datsun roadster Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:07:03 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? JimG --- On Wed, 4/28/10, RWM wrote: From: RWM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 9:32 AM Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance improvements. On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended psy-ops performance benefits. Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > Hey, > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here and > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was curious > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the soft > top windows and then have the top down.?? > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. > Be safe, > Ken > '67 1600 > Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 10:27:49 2010 From: "Joe Kinstle" To: "'Jim Gammon'" , "'Datsun roadster'" Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:19:20 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Sure, just put a FlexFuel sticker on the side Joe Kinstle '68 2L BLK SRL -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Gammon Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 9:07 AM To: Datsun roadster Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? JimG --- On Wed, 4/28/10, RWM wrote: From: RWM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 9:32 AM Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance improvements. On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended psy-ops performance benefits. Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > Hey, > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here and > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was curious > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the soft > top windows and then have the top down.?? > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. > Be safe, > Ken > '67 1600 > Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.co m ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/joek@camberconstructi on.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 10:45:04 2010 From: Scott Sheeler To: Roadster List Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:34:49 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Roadster Videos For any who are interested we have added a page to our website where we are assembling roadster videos from the internet. We provide direct links to save you searching. Anyone who has a link that we missed (and I'm sure we did) pls email it to me and we will add it - there's plenty of room left. Kinda gives you one place to stop to see some interesting roadster action. Visit http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/onlyroadsters.html Thanks. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 11:12:34 2010 From: Tim To: Roadster List , Scott Sheeler Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:04:43 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Roadster Videos Who has the DVDs of Bill Wessell at the RunOffs a couple years ago? I don't remember who I sent them to. That would be a good video if someone could host it.... Tim Dairyland Datsuns ---- Scott Sheeler wrote: ============= For any who are interested we have added a page to our website where we are assembling roadster videos from the internet. We provide direct links to save you searching. Anyone who has a link that we missed (and I'm sure we did) pls email it to me and we will add it - there's plenty of room left. Kinda gives you one place to stop to see some interesting roadster action. Visit http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/onlyroadsters.html Thanks. Scott Sheeler http://thedatsunroadsterbook.com/ ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland@charter.net ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 11:12:54 2010 From: Dan Kroninger To: , , Datsun Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:09:09 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Throw a ULEV sticker on there too, the the "green" man doesn't get all up in your grill. > From: joek@camberconstruction.com > To: gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:19:20 -0700 > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits > > Sure, just put a FlexFuel sticker on the side > > Joe Kinstle > '68 2L > BLK SRL > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Gammon > Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 9:07 AM > To: Datsun roadster > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits > > Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? > > JimG > > --- On Wed, 4/28/10, RWM wrote: > > > From: RWM > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits > To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net > Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 9:32 AM > > > Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance > improvements. > > On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended > psy-ops performance benefits. > > > > > Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > > Hey, > > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm > > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here > and > > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was > curious > > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the > soft > > top windows and then have the top down.?? > > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. > > Be safe, > > Ken > > '67 1600 > > Janesville, WI _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL :en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 11:27:42 2010 From: nmleeds@mindspring.com To: Dan Kroninger , Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:27:17 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits I found that my Obama sticker on my Prius causes my car to drive signficantly quicker when I'm more than 100 miles from San Francisco; although that might just be the sticky gas pedal. -----Original Message----- >From: Dan Kroninger >Sent: Apr 28, 2010 1:09 PM >To: joek@camberconstruction.com, gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com, Datsun Mailing List >Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits > >Throw a ULEV sticker on there too, the the "green" man doesn't get all up in >your grill. > >> From: joek@camberconstruction.com >> To: gtpjimgammon@yahoo.com; datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:19:20 -0700 >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits >> >> Sure, just put a FlexFuel sticker on the side >> >> Joe Kinstle >> '68 2L >> BLK SRL >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net >> [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Gammon >> Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 9:07 AM >> To: Datsun roadster >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits >> >> Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? >> >> JimG >> >> --- On Wed, 4/28/10, RWM wrote: >> >> >> From: RWM >> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits >> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >> Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 9:32 AM >> >> >> Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance >> improvements. >> >> On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended >> psy-ops performance benefits. >> >> >> >> >> Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: >> > Hey, >> > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm >> > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here >> and >> > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was >> curious >> > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the >> soft >> > top windows and then have the top down.?? >> > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific >answer. >> > Be safe, >> > Ken >> > '67 1600 >> > Janesville, WI > >_________________________________________________________________ >The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. >http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL >:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 >________________________________________ >Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Suggested annual donation $16.00 >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/nmleeds@mindspring.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 11:42:32 2010 From: Gordon Maness To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:41:16 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] oil and stickers. Okay, on the stickers. I just leave them in the box they came in. As for the oil, I have used an old steel rod. One end goes into my drill motor and the other goes into the slot in the oil pump where the drive from where the distributor was removed. I had to grind the rod to fit the slot and put a length of 3/8 fuel line over the rod to slide down onto the oil pump drive (the fuel line was on a V8). The drill must rotate in the direction the distributor does when the engine is running. When the drill slows down, then you have pressure. This is a two person job, one to maintain pressure and one to turn the engine. g (with a fleet) _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multiaccount&ocid=PID2832 6::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_4 ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 12:46:53 2010 From: Tom PRATHER To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list" Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:34:39 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Saw on Craigslist today http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/1713937391.html ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 18:14:43 2010 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:12:43 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Yes, Get a Split-Fire Spark Plugs sticker. That will improve both performance and mileage. -----Original Message----- Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? JimG ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 18:15:37 2010 From: "Brian Hollands" To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:13:52 -0400 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits I drove a car with an Obama sticker last week. Drove perfectly normal except for the fact that I couldn't get it to turn right... -----Original Message----- I found that my Obama sticker on my Prius causes my car to drive signficantly quicker when I'm more than 100 miles from San Francisco; although that might just be the sticky gas pedal. ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Wed Apr 28 19:57:45 2010 From: "Ken & Tammy Williams" To: Date: Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:50:19 -0500 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits In the end I decided to not put the stickers on my car. So, I put them on my tool box. I haven't had a screwdriver slip in a week. And those rusty old parts just came right off without lube, heat or nothin'. Man, gotta love that sticker power. May just scrape 'em off and.... Ken ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 29 14:33:29 2010 From: Jim Gammon To: 'Datsun roadster' , Joe Kinstle Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:19:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits I thought that lowered mileage.... Jim --- On Wed, 4/28/10, Joe Kinstle wrote: From: Joe Kinstle Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Performance benefits To: "'Jim Gammon'" , "'Datsun roadster'" Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 12:19 PM Sure, just put a FlexFuel sticker on the side Joe Kinstle '68 2L BLK SRL -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim Gammon Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2010 9:07 AM To: Datsun roadster Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Can I get a sticker that improves the gas mileage on my truck? JimG --- On Wed, 4/28/10, RWM wrote: From: RWM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 9:32 AM Stealth stickers do still provide the 10-30% often more claimed performance improvements. On the other hand, stickers must be fully visible to supply any intended psy-ops performance benefits. Ken & Tammy Williams wrote: > Hey, > I've been busy working on the Roadster, getting ready for spring. So, I'm > having a new exhaust built, but adding a few other bits and pieces here and > there. The big question that came to me was about performance. I was curious > if I will lose all benefits in performance if I put the stickers on the soft > top windows and then have the top down.?? > And, before you ask, I searched on 311s site and found no specific answer. > Be safe, > Ken > '67 1600 > Janesville, WI ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gtpjimgammon@yahoo.co m ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/joek@camberconstructi on.com ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 29 17:47:18 2010 From: peter harrison To: datsun Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:31:43 -0700 Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Performance benefits Reminds me of the go-faster stripes on English cars in the 60's - WOW!!! ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 29 20:33:04 2010 From: Tim To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:21:50 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] I hate hanging and adjusting Roadster doors . ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 29 20:47:29 2010 From: chalsted@comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:37:46 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Datsun Motorhome for sale in Rednecksburg http://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/rvs/1709076120.html somehow got a good laugh out of this ad.... probably just the fact it's Datsun and the name of the town ;-) price seems fair too Craig ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Thu Apr 29 21:03:50 2010 From: M M To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:49:34 -0700 (PDT) Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Autobody and Paint near Everett, WA Hi All, I've been offline from Roadster list for several months so am just reading this thread tonight. Had my car painted by Ken at Klassic Auto Refinishing in Bellevue last fall. Though crash business is where the money is he'll work in a complete like mine every now and then. I've known him for 15 yrs and he's painted three cars of mine. Does excellent work. Mike --- On Mon, 1/25/10, Pete Peters wrote: From: Pete Peters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Autobody and Paint near Everett, WA To: "'Roadster List'" Date: Monday, January 25, 2010, 9:17 AM Don't know a great one, but several roadster and 510 folks have reported decent results from Maaco of Everett: Definitely interested if you find a great one. Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of karl mainord Sent: Sunday, January 24, 2010 1:02 PM To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Autobody and Paint I am looking for a Great Autobody and Paint shop in the Everett, Washington area, any suggestions....Thanks Karl and "Ruby" 1966 Datsun 1600 roadster You are subscribed as muncie4spd2002@yahoo.com 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/pjpeg which had a name of P9290335.JPG] ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 30 11:20:49 2010 From: Tom PRATHER To: "datsun-roadsters@autox.team.ne roadster list" Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:01:10 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] 48mm Mikunis? Don't know they made them in this size but saw these on Craigslist today http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/1717491553.html ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums From datsun-roadsters-bounces@autox.team.net Fri Apr 30 13:36:15 2010 From: Jeff Torres To: Datsun Roadster Mail Date: Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:15:54 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Solvang 2010 - Some Afterthoughts Hello All, Once again I would like to personally thank all of you who made the Solvang Datsun Roadster Classic a great success this year! It was great seeing all of our friends and sharing what we've all been doing for the past year. The Solvang Roadster show has truly become a tradition for many, and also, has been organized and run by several groups, clubs and Individuals through the years. Although, each of these "organizers" has done things slightly different, each has made a positive impact on the show and has insured it's future success! I had many people thank Gabby and I for all the "hard work" we put into the show, and for all of you who do organize events like this, you know that is true. That being said however, in my opinion it is a lot fun putting on the show and don't consider it "work" pers se...when the time comes when I do consider this "work", it will be time to pass the torch and I am sure there will be someone or club that will be willing to take on continuing the great Solvang tradition. I consider it an honor to organize the show and hold close the notion that many Roadster people do mark their calendars for Solvang every year! We will get next years date out ASAP so that you can mark it down, make reservations, etc. All that being said, this years show was great! Although we had our hiccups, 1st St. being kinda messy, The city forgetting to open BBQ pits for our banquet, over all it was a great show and from the many, many comments I received , everybody had a great time. Of course there were the couple of gate crashers who jumped our show and parked in the show area without registering..I hear one of them has a history of doing these things! Watch out for Camo painted 240 Z's....I was thinking maybe the person who painted their Z camo was hoping they would "blend" and not be noticed by the show crew..hehehe Anyway, It was all great! I think the addition of the JDM class and the Diamond in the Rough class were great additions and brought out a variety of great "old School" Datsuns. Thanks to Chris B. from SOCALROC for suggesting this. While my wife and I run the Solvang Show it is our intention to bring as many Roadsters together as possible. In fact, we are open to any old school Datsuns out there and are happy to see cool and different JDM's at the show! So until next year, keep those Roadsters runnin' and tell all your friends about the show. I will be updating the Solvang Show website with the winners of 2010 and upcoming Solvang Info. If you would like to see a current list of winners SOLCALROC has them all listed on their website at www.socalroc.net along with some great pictures! Thanks again for everything! Jeff & Gabby T. Lemoore, CA ________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $16.00 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums