The Dat-side Posted June 8, 2010 Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 ^^^Is that a '68 bumper? or did the '69 come with that light too? That's looking awesome! Glad your still working on it. Are you selling it still? I hope to see it at Canby. Quote Link to comment
Drakoe1 Posted June 8, 2010 Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 I love that new look... Being a long time fan of wwII aircraft and well things russian I love the yak-9 theme you're going with here. Looks real nice man! By the way what are the rims that you have one there from? Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 ^^^Is that a '68 bumper? or did the '69 come with that light too? That's looking awesome! Glad your still working on it. Are you selling it still? I hope to see it at Canby. I'm pretty sure it's a '69 bumper. I've considered selling the bumper and installing one from a later model. The scoop thing between the taillights is actually a license plate light. There are four little dash bulb sized light bulbs up inside that thing. I think 2 of them even work. It's still for sale. If I can get it to Canby under it's own power, I figure someone might want it...? It's gonna' be full of 521 parts, and some 1200 stuff I picked up, and a few '72 510 spares. If I can get the extra buckets in it without scrubbing the rear tires, they'll be in there too. I'm possibly going to try to grab a vendor spot last minute or pay part of someone else's to pawn this stuff... Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 I love that new look... Being a long time fan of wwII aircraft and well things russian I love the yak-9 theme you're going with here. Looks real nice man! By the way what are the rims that you have one there from? The rims are 15" 4 lug, but I have no idea what they are off of. They might actually be narrow front driver rims since they tuck quite a bit. I'm pretty sure they are Nissan, but I have no way to know for sure. They are actually mismatched too. The rear two have a trim ring for a small hub cap, and the front's don't. Quote Link to comment
Creepy Cruiser Posted June 8, 2010 Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 Cool, I'm glad those paint masks worked out good for you. It's really cool. A whole crap load more rivets, and it will really come to life. (that's all it's missing.) I could always cut you a whole bunch in a darker color if you want. (if the ones your kids are making for you are too bright) Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 Not sure this car is going to make it to Canby, but I'm going to try. I spent a little time today on the wiring, and didn't find anything conclusive. The easy checks didn't reveal any obvious problems, so it's something that will require more time. On the upside, I did bleed the front brakes and clutch, and re-installed the interior. Took way longer than it should have, and it still looks pretty ratty. Got the stock bench seat put in back, and the SE-R buckets in front. The SE-R seats were a tight fit, side to side, and I'm not real happy with how low the rear of the seats are. But, they are bolted in securely and at least they are a matching set. I didn't realize just how small the car is inside with all the seats in it. Putting the final bolts in the rear of the last bucket was a bit of a squeeze. Now I know what datzenMike was talking about as far as getting in the back seat. Trying to sort out boxes of what goes and what doesn't for the swap meet spot and I am completely amazed at how much stuff I have for Datsuns. I have a bunch of stuff for Datsuns I don't even own. Dang. Hope the autocross goes well tomorrow, hope to see everyone Saturday morning. :D Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 (edited) Double post, sorry. Stupid windows updates. Edited June 11, 2010 by nukeday Quote Link to comment
sssr20det510 Posted June 11, 2010 Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 ill bring my power probe to canby we can fix your lights there Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 Thanks Jer! I think I have it sorted out, the alt is now charging at 14.3. Doesn't look like it's overcharging, but I'll keep an eye on it. Drove it for about 2 hours today, errands and so forth. I think it's ready, but the clutch is still not quite right, very close, but I grind it and miss gears about 2 in 5 attempts...lol... Ran out of time to finish the rivets, but I think I'll bring the tape and the hole punch and just do some more tomorrow at the show... So Creepy, this is as far as I got. It still needs more on the rear and the roof. More better? See ya' at Canby :) Quote Link to comment
sssr20det510 Posted June 11, 2010 Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 HOLY RIVETS BATMAN Looking good Quote Link to comment
Creepy Cruiser Posted June 11, 2010 Report Share Posted June 11, 2010 Dude that rocks. (I knew the rivets would make all the difference in the world) Way cool. I sure wish I could make the show. Next year we should be bringing both dimes though. Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted June 12, 2010 Report Share Posted June 12, 2010 I saw it today at the show and the photos don't do it justice. I LOVE the sticky rivets. Well done. Quote Link to comment
lilblackwagon Posted June 12, 2010 Report Share Posted June 12, 2010 F'in wow...Just wow! Quote Link to comment
lardlungs Posted June 13, 2010 Report Share Posted June 13, 2010 i saw it today also, freakin awesome. can somebody give this car an award or what, this is what bringing a ride back from the grave is all about. i prefer this car to all the flashy paint jobs every time Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2010 Thanks! We sure had fun putting it together. The exhaust came loose on the way up today, and set me back an additional hour from the already lost hour adjusting the clutch. Here's a hint *you can adjust the clutch for an hour and not realize the return spring is missing*...lol...finally got that sorted out, only to have the exhaust hanger break just south of Albany. Thing is, there's only one, the pipe is hung from the downpipe and the rear bumper, that's it. Struck a deal yesterday with the510keeper (James & Victory) and he will be picking the car up tomorrow on his way south. I'm really happy it went to him (her?)... :D Thanks for all the props, meets are so crazy, everyone has two names and I still don't know enough faces to remember who's who. Who wants to buy a 521? Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2010 What great people! Thanks, really enjoyed meeting all of you... Quote Link to comment
sssr20det510 Posted June 14, 2010 Report Share Posted June 14, 2010 Dang james bought the truck too Quote Link to comment
The Dat-side Posted June 15, 2010 Report Share Posted June 15, 2010 Congrats to the car for finding a good home. Did you ever use the fabric paint? Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2010 Dang james bought the truck too Actually, Alex bought the 320 and Vicy's dad bought the 521. Congrats to the car for finding a good home. Did you ever use the fabric paint? I agree, I was thrilled when I learned James was interested in the car. It's in good hands, just spoke with James & Victory a little while ago, they are in California. Only problem going over the Siskyou's was that the fuel line popped off the input to the carb. Stuck it back on, tightened up the hose clamp and they are still rolling. Nope on the fabric paint, I think the seats I have here are from a roadster, so who knows I might still get my chance. :) Quote Link to comment
the510keeper Posted June 15, 2010 Report Share Posted June 15, 2010 WOW this car is so cool, Victory drove the Can Can most the way home with many looks from other drivers. She was smiling every time i passed her. Then Alex took over from Medford home. A Russian driver was very appropriate. Also with a big smile. The car is fun, Victory drove it to work today with many positive comments from co workers. Now we can really sell the White Knight. Seems to be a great daily driver, and she loves it. In 2 weeks we will be driving it on a Sacramento Datsun chapter fun run. And we are not changing any thing about the car. As far as the 320 will be on my trailer at my shop until Alex decides where to take it. Looks like i will be painting it. Still need to pick up the 521 Great to meet Todd and his family, thanks for everything James and Victory Quote Link to comment
skunk Posted June 16, 2010 Report Share Posted June 16, 2010 WOW this car is so cool, Victory drove the Can Can most the way home with many looks from other drivers. She was smiling every time i passed her. Then Alex took over from Medford home. A Russian driver was very appropriate. Also with a big smile. The car is fun, Victory drove it to work today with many positive comments from co workers. Now we can really sell the White Knight. Seems to be a great daily driver, and she loves it. In 2 weeks we will be driving it on a Sacramento Datsun chapter fun run. And we are not changing any thing about the car. As far as the 320 will be on my trailer at my shop until Alex decides where to take it. Looks like i will be painting it. Still need to pick up the 521 Great to meet Todd and his family, thanks for everything James and Victory it makes me really happy to know your not going to un rat that bad ass datsun. i was so happy that of all people you got it, seeing what you do i know it will be in a great home for a datsun. But to tell the truth i was very worryed that some one was going to buy this and just make it look like every other datsun. this is the road warrior coffie can ratsun 510, there wont ever be another like it. Quote Link to comment
nukeday Posted June 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2010 I showed up at Canby late Sunday, just in time for the awards. James' comments are all the award I need. I'm glad this one got resurrected. It is a blast to drive, and Victory looks way better in it than I did. :D Quote Link to comment
fisch Posted July 10, 2010 Report Share Posted July 10, 2010 Man I have been slack around here! Holy crap Nuke, this thing is looking freaking awesome! The rivets rock! Quote Link to comment
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