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I want the black seat covers. What is the shipping charges to business address

Plano, Texas 75075

Thanks,

Keith

car4keith at yahoo dot com

jefe de jefes,

Thanks for the measurement and photos. Were these vinyl covers made using an old set of covers as a template? (I just want to be sure that the measurements I am using did not result from any "artistic license" taken by the fabricator.)

Keith

Thanks the panel design!

I am looking for the measurements of the width of each section of the door panel vinyl. The PO replaced the horizontal seamed vinyl with an vertical seamed vinyl. (I have fabricated new masonite panels and have the positioning of the fastener and crank holes, but lack old vinyl to use as a template.)

Keith

I am reassembling the interior of my 520 and need a color photo of what the original door panels looked like (specifically the width of the individual panel pleats). Does anyone have a photo of an original panels with the vinyl covering?

Thanks,

Keith

I have not installed the fuzzy strips. Several months ago, I had used 3M Super 90 spray adhesive to adhere the two thin strips to the metal backing. I have had the assembled strips sitting on a shelf for 3-4 months and there has been no shinkage of the strips. I do not plan to install the strips until I locate a replacement window channel weatherstip. (The clips that hold the fuzzy strips to the doors are vely fragile, so I do not want to install/remove the strips too many times.)

For many people, the motivation to work on the project should not be to complete the truck and be done with it. Remember,

You have no boss on your back criticizing your work.

You have no customer arguing about the price you are charging.

Enjoy this freedom. Get the vehicle operable and drivable. Take it to a show, or at least a Sonic drive-in. Open your windows and listen to the envious compliments you overhear. Turn off the radio and shut off the iPod. Enjoy the music of your engine. Anyone can have a loud exhaust; you on the other-hand want to enjoy the sounds of a classic Datsun.

Yup, I need an oil slinger.

Also could use the Dogleg crankshaft bolt (used for hand starting the egine with the manual hand crank).

Thanks,

Keith

Beck Arnely (J series)

039-2002 Fuel Pump Spacer 1 needed (two hole)

039-2008 Fuel Pump Gasket 2 needed (two hole)

Beck Arnely (L series)

039-2001 Fuel Pump Spacer 1 needed (three hole)

Definitely not interchangeable.

I purchased both the Nissan and (BMC) Metro felt seals. The Nissan was a little thicker, so I installed that one. My local Nissan dealer ordered me the neoprene 13042-B3000 seal. I have yet to pick it up from them. Once I get it home I will take some measurements to ensure it will fit. I'll post the results.

Keith

I need an oil slinger, any possibility you would sell separately?

Thanks,

Keith

Looks great.

Interesting valve cover, the vent on mine has a 90 degree bend. Also, there is no wording imposed on my cover. Does yours say "DATSUN" or "NISSAN"? I have an original "1300" foil decal for the valve cover. I am trying to find someone to duplicate it.

Consider getting the 22162-25700 distributor cap, they have a retro look to them.

Keep the photos coming. I need inspiration!

Here is a link to my rebuild: My link

Keith

I used the Kia Sportage, a great solution. See:

http://forums.hybridz.org/index.php?showtopic=83080

Keith

Craig,

The engine manual is still at the motor shop.

I found the manual in the UK and had it shipped to the US. To this day, I have not found any copies for sale in the US. I did find one in Australia (http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=807569119&searchurl=kn%3Dj13%2Bnissan%26x%3D0%26y%3D0). I know it is pricey, but there are so few copies around, so you may want to order it if you need the info now.

Keith

Do you know what brand of seal they used on the windshield? Also, did you replace the rear window seal?

BTW, your 520 looks great!

You may have to put a bit of heat on the piston. One of the rings may have shattered. If you force the piston and score the cylinder wall, the block may have to be re-sleeved (an expensive proposition).

BTW, this month’s Road & Track mentioned the J Series engine in the readers’ tech question section. How timely!

Keith

If you want to read about Kip Motors business, pick up a March 2011 issue of Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car.

I have purchased several parts for my J13 rebuild from Kip Motors. They are very knowledgeable and have a deep inventory of BMC parts, some that interchange with the J13. I would not rely on them to confirm interchange, only a source for parts.

Keith

That is a good looking truck. There are a couple of other L320's in North Texas. I did not make note of the serial numbers, but all L320's deserve to be saved. If you decide to get started on the project of getting your Dad's truck running, I may be able to help you locate some parts.

Keith

Same part as Metropolitian #6K26 locktab, Item 11 in Kip Motor's crankshaft parts breakdown.

Keith

I have two 520 radiators; one with a cracked top tank, the other with a leaking core. My intention was to combine them into one good radiator. (I recently found a NOS radiator, so I abandoned the combining project.) PM me if you are interested in taking up this project.

Keith

I just returned from Tractor Supply and purchased a new Screen & Gasket Kit #027063. I happen to see a fuel bowl with gasket #027178 that is a near duplicate for OEM. My link

Sherwin Williams Retail (not to be confused with Sherwin Williams Automotive) has a product called "All Surface Enamel Oil Base" Link They have the machine to color match a sample. If you decide to go with an oil paint, this is a good alternative.

Keith

Beautiful!

Dropped the drive shaft and pulled the transmission. Started to remove 40+ years of grime from case.

Located a new fuel filler tube at local parts house.

Visited 2 parts houses to locate new fuel strainer for glass fuel bowl, no luck.

Cleaned alternator and starter housings (after verifiyng they are operable).

Painted 1st coat of paint on kick panels.

I am interested in the visors, do you have a photo?

Thanks,

Keith

I am rebuilding a 1966 520 and need to refinish the original steel wheels. The prior owner painted the wheels blue (body color). After removing the blue paint I see some gray (possible primer) on the front of the wheels and black paint on the back of the wheels.

After looking at various photos of 1966 Datsun trucks, it would appear that the correct color of the front of the wheel is a blue-gray. (Most of the photos have the chrome hub cap, and the difference in the cap and the wheel suggests that the wheel color was not silver.)

Two questions:

Were original wheels one color on the front and back sides?

Has anyone color matched the wheel paint?

Thanks,

Keith