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  1. Bluebirds for Sale

    in 510/1600

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    Green 1969 1600SSS Bluebird 4dr  1,005,000 Yen

     

    https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d1129870582

     

    Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Sedan 4 door 4 speed MT L16 Solex and many others

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    Thank you very much for seeing it.
     
    This is a 510 early SSS with vehicle inspection (until January 2020).
    The exterior was rust-removed and repainted at a sheet metal paint shop.
    This is a genuine Toyota color. (For the time being, British Green)
    There doesn't seem to be any serious holey rust.
    I think it's a pretty good car body.
    In my opinion, I think it's very beautiful.
    The following is the content that was replaced and restored.
     
    All painted by exterior contractor
    14 inch longchamp wheels
    tire tension
    Front coilover (used item)
    Rear suspension, shock coilovers (new)
    stainless muffler
    solex
    Brake master back new
    MSD ignition system
    new water pump
    7 blade fan
    New starter motor
    Alternator new
    radiator hose
    headlight led
    Works bell anti-theft handle
    nardi handle
    Replaced with tachometer digital
    Water temperature, oil temperature, voltage, oil pressure meter
    Center console restored
    The dash was cracked so I restored it myself (it looks pretty good)
    Room lamp does not light up
    I cleaned the interior myself
     
    You can run, turn, and stop as normal.
    I don't think there are any problems so far, but please be aware that this is an old car before bidding.
    The engine is difficult to start at first, but it will start after about 3 to 6 times.
     
    Please rest assured that this is not a malicious listing.
    I have another car that I would like to sell.
     
    This is not a cheap transaction, so please understand the following before bidding.
    Please understand that this is an old car, so we do not know when it will break down.
    We do not accept any complaints or refunds after purchase.
    We sell to those who can repair the malfunction or exterior by themselves, or to those who can hire a contractor.
    We do not accept applications for those who are slow in transactions and deposits, or those who feel uneasy about transactions.
    We are unable to confirm the actual vehicle.
    The item will be delivered after the name has been changed.
    Please ask any questions you may have.
     
    Thank you.
     
     



    (Added March 25, 2024 06:58)
    Thank you for watching.
    Since I received the desired amount from the question column, I will respond here.
    The amount you offered is not a bad amount.
    However, the desired amount was a little higher, so I answered here.
    In the end, we will sell it even if it is at that price, so thank you for your patience until the end.
    In addition, we will end the sale early if we receive the desired amount, so if you have a desired amount, please use the question column.
    You may bid as is.
    I would like to sell it quickly, so I may end the sale early even if the desired price is reached.
    Thank you for your cooperation.

    (Added at 21:00, March 25, 2024)
    There was something I forgot to mention, so I would like to add an explanation.
    The front and rear bumpers have been replaced with new ones, so there is no rust at all, but there are no holes for installing the overrider.
    Thank you.

     

     

     

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  3. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

    Posted

    More work completed last night.

    Rear crossmember, diff, and driveshaft are in.

    Trailing arms still need new bearings.

    New fuel injector adapters are in - that was a struggle - and fuel rail set in place.  Need yet another custom part now to secure fuel rail to intake.

    Throttle body mounted.

    Front brakes mounted.

    Needs to be on the ground and rolling next week!

     

  7. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

    Posted

    Wednesday we were going to get the car set down on wheels and tires because we need to roll it out of the garage soon so we can roll the Swamp Thing back in.  But when we started to position the rear crossmember under the car, I noticed that the previously enlarged exhaust pass-through was not enlarged enough for Jeff's giant 3" exhaust.  Well, I guess I know what I'm doing tonight...

     

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    Done and done...

     

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    Jeff even gave it a coat of "rebuild black"

     

    Here is what we need to do before the April race

     

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    Good thing we have some tires with life still in them.  Our sizes are currently unavailable!

     

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  8. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

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    We test fitted a 3D printed under/over radiator mount set.

     

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    I need to adjust the angle a little and it came out looking much more skookum than I had in mind.  That happens on a computer monitor when drawing parts.  Easy to lose your sense of scale.  At the same time this stuff has to last a race weekend without failure.  We have been joking that rev 2 should have a depression in it so we can use it as a tray to hold nuts and bolts when working on the engine.  : )

     

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    Intake pipe seems to fit.  Just need to add another curve and a little length to pick up the cone filter.  Also needs a little boss for the air sensor.

     

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    Jeff and Paul did a great job on the header.  We started playing with the the lower end routing.  It looks like it will get pretty close to the clutch slave cylinder but my main worry was the cross over to the left side and it looks like that won't be an issue at all.

     

    Got the fuel tank mounted as well.  Did we show the pics of the pump mounting rework we did with this one?

     

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    Still running the rough draft engine mounts

     

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    We know we won't be running this engine for our first race in April but we at least want to get is started/running don't you?!  What do we still need to do?

     

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    One thing not on the list is "KEEP JEFF FOCUSED"

     

    He keeps getting distracted...

     

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  10. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

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    5 hours ago, iceman510 said:

     

    Wow!  What a generous wife.  I have been considering one of these, but $$.  

     

    We support each other equally.  She's into horses.  Makes car racing seam cheap by comparison.  : )

     

    By the end of January, we had the motor and tranny bolted in place!

     

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    Then it was time to start plumbing.  I took on the cooling system.  Here is our radiator and me trying to figure out the mounts, hoses, etc.

     

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    I was planning on wrap around side supports like the Experimental Engineering mounts but this radiator is so wide and we are thinking seriously about opening up the radiator hole in the core support to increase air flow into the radiator so I will probably support from above and below instead.

     

    Need to figure out intake too.  It will need a pretty tight elbow into the throttle body.

     

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  11. Bluebirds for Sale

    in 510/1600

    Posted

    Gorgeous Silver 1972 Bluebird Van   3,200,000 Yen

     

    https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/k1127410832

     

    ★Rare! Beautiful car! Datsun 510 Bluebird Van Many modifications L18 replacement 4 speed floor MT Kyoto★

    +*☆ 　　Solex 40 Pie Enkei 14 inch Competition Hand Sports Muffler　☆*+


     

    ■Equipment/Comments
     

    Thank you very much for viewing our item among the many items for sale.
    This is a used 1972 model 510 Bluebird van.
    Despite its age, the exterior and interior of the vehicle are clean and in great condition.
    There are many modifications such as engine replacement (L18), transmission replacement (floor 4-speed MT), Solex 40 pie, Enkei 14 inch, competition engine, sports muffler, etc.
    There are small scratches, small paint chips, rust, etc., so if you are concerned about details, please be sure to check the actual car.
    There will also be an inspection, so you can come directly to pick up the car after making a successful bid and drive it home.
    Since this is an old vehicle, we will not accept any claims or returns. If you are concerned about details, please be sure to check the actual vehicle before bidding.


    ★Actual mileage 14,327km

    ☆Inspection until March 21, 2020

    ★Engine replacement (L18)/Mission replacement (floor 4-speed MT)

    ☆Solex 40 Pie/Enkei 14 inch

    ★Compehan sports muffler

    ☆175/60R14 Yokohama Neova




     



     

    ■Exterior
     
    ・It has a beautiful exterior considering its model year.
    ・We have tires for vehicle inspection.
    - There are touch ups, small scratches, small paint chips, rust, etc.
    ・I have heard that there has been no restoration history, but since it is an old vehicle, I do not know.
    -There may be scratches, line scratches, dimples, touch-up marks, etc. that are not fully visible in the photos, or other oversights, so if you are concerned about details or are nervous, be sure to check the actual car before purchasing. Please bid.
     
    ■Interior
     
    ・Since it is a used vehicle, there are some small scratches, but there are no unpleasant smells and I think the interior is in good condition for the model year.
    -The floor mats are almost new.
    - Also includes a new van car seat.
    - There may be other scratches or oversights that are not shown in the photos, so if you are concerned about details or are nervous, please be sure to check the actual car before bidding.
     
    ■Institution
     
    ・Currently, there are no abnormalities in the engine or transmission.
    ・The air conditioner works, but it doesn't work very well.
    ・The mileage is based on the replacement history as the engine has been replaced and the meter has been replaced.
    -As you can see if you check the actual car, it accelerates and decelerates well and can run smoothly without any problems.
    -As you can see by looking at the pictures, I spent a considerable amount of money on maintaining the car a year ago, and since then I have only ridden it occasionally on my days off.
     
     
    ■Notes
     
    - Please ask questions from the question column regarding checking the current vehicle. (We will not respond to questions with addresses posted other than by email)
    - The current company confirmation location and the delivery location at the time of winning bid will be at or around the Family Mart Ohara Sanzenin store in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City.
    ・You are welcome to check the actual vehicle in order to avoid any trouble.
    -We welcome your questions, so please feel free to ask until you are satisfied.
    ・As the vehicle will be inspected, you may come directly to pick it up and take it home. You can also make payment at that time.
    ・Although we have tried to be as detailed as possible, there may be oversights, omissions, or errors in entry. In that case, we will give priority to the actual car, so if you are concerned about details or are nervous, please be sure to check the actual car before bidding.
    ・Please note that this is a used vehicle, so the way people feel and express it may differ depending on the person.
    - If the name change occurs after April, the successful bidder will be responsible for the full amount of next year's automobile tax.


    *Please bid only if you can contact us within 3 days of the successful bid date, make the transfer within one week, and change the name within 2 weeks.
    *In order to avoid mischievous bidding and trouble, we apologize for the inconvenience, but we will not accept bids from those with new IDs, those with many bad reviews, and those with few reviews. Please note that if a bid is made, the bid may be canceled or deleted at the successful bidder's convenience. If you wish to bid with a new ID or with less evaluation, please contact us in the question column.
    *This vehicle is my acquaintance's vehicle.
    *After the transaction is completed, we ask that there be no complaints or returns.



    ★Payment Details
    - The total amount to be paid to us after a successful bid is the winning bid amount + recycling fee of 5,400 yen + (deposit of 30,000 yen). ・We will keep 30,000 yen
    until the name change is completed , but we will refund it immediately after the name change is confirmed. ・Please only pay if you are able to pay in cash by bank transfer or hand delivery. (Transfer fees are to be borne by the successful bidder) - We do not support loans, installment payments, discount negotiations, etc. ・Please bid only if you can make the payment within one week from the successful bid date, or if you can pay when you come to pick up the item in person. ★There will be land transportation, collection details , and inspection, so it is possible for you to come directly to pick up the item and take it home. You can also make payment at that time. ・Basically, we do not arrange land transportation. ★Please bid only if you are able to contact us within 3 days of the bid/successful bid details /successful bid date, make the transfer within one week, and change the name within two weeks. ・In order to avoid mischievous bidding and trouble, we apologize for the inconvenience, but we will not accept bids from those with new IDs, those with many bad reviews, and those with few reviews. Please note that if a bid is placed, the bid may be canceled or deleted at the successful bidder's convenience. If you wish to bid with a new ID or with less evaluation, please contact us in the question column. *In the case of direct collection after a successful bid, cancellation without checking the actual vehicle will be charged 30,000 yen. *If you pick up the item directly after a successful bid, a cancellation fee of 15,000 yen will be charged if you check the actual vehicle. *After a successful bid, please do not cancel if the item is shipped by land. ・After the transaction is completed, there will be no complaints or returns.

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  12. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

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    Posted

    Oil pan back from coat and installed on the engine - ready to install in the car.  Note that we are using "The Gobstopper" now instead of the old rally car.  Jeff put that car up for sale and it is no longer part of his fleet.

     

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    I am glossing over so many things here!  We need Jeff and Paul to chime in with stories about head welding, intake adapter kits that don't fit, etc, etc...

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  13. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

    Posted

    Still catching up - now in 2024.

     

    My wife got us a new toy for the racecar:

     

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    Looking forward to setting this up and playing with it at the track day preceding our next race in April. 

     

    We got a little distracted for a minute.  Jeff found a guy anchored in Dastun racing history with some spare clutch plates for our R190LSD.

     

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    Unfortunately they turned out to be mislabeled.  We *may* be able to modify them to fit with a little work but we realized that rebuilding a broken LSD should be lower on our priority list than this K-swap we are in the middle of.  So it was back to the task at hand.

     

    Jeff milled us some shim stock:

     

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    Okay, not really.  It reminded me of the Loony Tunes cartoon where they make a single toothpick out of a tree.  : )  This was actually just a byproduct of milling a steel bar to reinforce the JBC crossmember we hacked up for oil pan clearance.

     

     

     

     

     

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  15. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

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    Posted

    More work on the oil pan - now with timing chain baffle installed:

     

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    Tacked in place for test fit

     

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    Everything looked mucho perfecto!

     

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    Before mounting - we sent the pan home with our resident parts washing expert for a deep clean and paint.  Stay tuned!

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  18. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

    in Project Datto

    Posted · Edited by carterb

    We have it on good authority that a K24 timing chain makes for a very efficient oil pump and will suck all the oil out of the sump in no time flat so after much deliberation and research, we decided to put a baffle between the main sump and the chain to reduce the likelihood of this happening.

     

    We had to sacrifice an oil pan to research.  Thank you for your sacrifice oil pan!

     

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    Those Honda guys packed allot of stuff in there for sure!

     

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    Here you can see the trial baffle taped in place.

     

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    Meanwhile, on the "keeper" oil pan, we cut out the notch for the crossmember and welded in a sheet metal shelf to keep the oil in the motor where it belongs.

     

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  20. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

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    Posted

    Just before Halloween we got to "dress up" the motor by adding the fancy new flywheel and transmission adapter.

     

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    I'm not sure I love the way the pilot bushing adapter just floats but I was too chicken to glue it in place or make some other kind of secondary bushing to constrain it axially. 

     

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    We're going to have to trust Collins Adapters here and just use their kit as delivered.

     

    There is an awful lot going on up there in that K24 head!

     

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  23. "Swamp thing" JBC 510 racecar

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    A lot of time has passed since September and we've been meeting weekly - progressing the K24 swap.  "It'll bolt right in" Jeff says...  Right...

     

    One of the first steps was digitizing our quick and dirty motor mounts to use as the basis for a "real" design.

     

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    This was not easy with purely conventional inspection tools but I was able to make a good start.

     

    I also made a cardboard radiator so we could test fit and confirm the radiator I selected would work.

     

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    It did!

     

    So in October we had another piece to the puzzle.

     

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