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If you (or someone you know) is near ABBOTSFORD, I would like to arrange for some parts to be shipped to the United States. PM me if you can help. Thanks, Keith

Paint overspray on the front turn signal gasket? May indicate past repaint. Otherwise, great looking project. Keith

I rebuilt my J13 a couple of years ago. PM me if you need any help locating parts. Keith

Just received my first order, the decals are excellent, the communications with noboco was flawless, and delivery from overseas to USA was 3 weeks, tracking number provided by noboco. I have no hesitation in making future purchases. Keith

Bravo, way to cap off 2015!

Note on the clutch and brake fluids; if you are evacuating 100% of the old fluids and installing new seals in the cylinders (and calipers) then consider DOT 4. Here is an informative post: http://www.classiczcars.com/topic/9189-dot-4-vs-dot-3-brake-fluid/ Keith

Steve, Would it be possible to remove the plug in Post #1 to let the fluid drain? (I could jack up the front of the vehicle to allow for a slope to the transmission.) I prefer not to loosen the cover plate, as I am fearful of not getting a good seal when I re-torque it down. The floor of the 520 has 1) One cutout located directly above the transmission fill plug. 2) One hole directly above the transmission where the shift lever passes through. Keith

After relying post 17, I have filled the shifter hole with transmission fluid. So now, how do I drain the fluid without removing the transmission? Keith

For clairification, the fill capacity is: 64 fluid ounces to main fill hole 8 fluid ounces to shift lever hole (Edited due to subsequent information provided that shift lever hole is not a fluid filled cavity.) My transmission was completely dry from draining a couple of years ago. Using the above measurements, a bit of fluid will overflow the holes, so keep a drip pan or tray below the vehicle. Remember to check the levels after 100 miles of driving. Keith

Also to consider: Nissan oil 999MP-MTF00P 75W-85 Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) 1 quart And http://www.pureguard.com/products/gear_oils/pds/GL-4%20SAE%2080W90.pdf Keith

http://www.royze.com/carburetor%20kits.htm Buy the kit or have them rebuild the carb for you. Keith

After a 22 year slumber electricity flows through the wiring: https://www.flickr.com/photos/53116286@N07/22674473832/in/datetaken-public/

Very nice!

Here are some photos of my J13 rebuild: https://www.flickr.com/photos/53116286@N07/albums/72157624963500879 Where in Texas are you? Keith

What makes a 1968 DATSUN 1300 TRUCK 520S DX unique compared to the "base" truck? Full hub caps "de Luxe" badges Chrome window frames Truck bed mounted "headache frame" Feel free to add your observations. Keith

http://community.ratsun.net/topic/39267-door-card-material/?hl=%2Bkraft+%2Bdoor&do=findComment&comment=615396

Mike, I am striving for originality with the tube. I do not think it is copper, but I have yet to attempt to bend/form it. Thanks, Keith

Does anyone have a photo of the original routing of Vacuum Advance Tube from the J13 distributor (Item 9 at http://www.carpartsmanual.com/datsun520/Datsun520521Index/Electrical1300J13/ElectricalPartsMounting/tabid/1423/Default.aspxto Nikki carburetor? (The tube I have appear to have many bends to circumvent the heater hoses, ignition wires and choke cable, and I want to make certain I have the routing correct. I am concerned with the over/under positioning of the tube in relation to the other components in the engine compartment.) Thanks, Keith

Rebuilt the clutch slave and bled the clutch hydraulic system today. Small progress, but some progress.

I have a spare instrument panel (from a 521) if you want to test your sending units with it. Keith

http://www.tannerelectronics.com/ Awesome place. Keith

Looking good.

Good find. Now the discussion should gravitate towards the topic of "round" vs "hex" fastened head. I have found that most originally installed clamps used the round head, with the exception if some 3+" radiator hoses. Some of the clamps sold over the counter via a Nissan dealership have the hex head. Please share your experience. Keith

After 2+ years of researching and planning, here are my refinished chains: https://www.flickr.com/photos/53116286@N07/17747303035 Keith

Great idea and execution.