CJBrian Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 Hey Guys Im looking at picking up a Datsun pickup. My main question before I start looking is will I fit in the cab some what comfortably? Im 6'4" about 200 lbs. Thanks in advance. Also what things unique to the 521 should I watch out for when shopping for one? Kingpins correct? Quote Link to comment
Jayden71 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 I'm 5'11" and I run the seat all the way back. You will fit, its just a matter of comfortability for ya. 521s are at least 40 years old so ya kingpins and brakes will be issues. I should say lack of brakes :lol: . The windshield has a tendancy to turn slightly blue over time. Mine sat for 8 years and it has a slight blue tint to it. Had to replace the steering wheel as well, it was sun rotted and about to break in half. Electrical should be looked over as well Quote Link to comment
Dguy210 Posted February 27, 2011 Report Share Posted February 27, 2011 I'm 5'11" and I run the seat all the way back. You will fit, its just a matter of comfortability for ya.... My pops is 6'3" and DD's a 521 comfortably. Quote Link to comment
jrock4224 Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Hey Guys Im looking at picking up a Datsun pickup. My main question before I start looking is will I fit in the cab some what comfortably? Im 6'4" about 200 lbs. Thanks in advance. Also what things unique to the 521 should I watch out for when shopping for one? Kingpins correct? Quote Link to comment
jrock4224 Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I am 6 8". 240 and it's tough but I fit in my 521 ..... Often people see me get out and ask how I get in that truck .... My response through the door Quote Link to comment
jrock4224 Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 And yes kingpins and they are always suspect Along with the brakes and several other thicngs but driving one makes it all worth while Quote Link to comment
andrewhans Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I'm also in the same situation, just a little less meat on me. 6'2'' about 160lb soaking wet(haha) Will a standard cab be too cramped or should I look for a Kingcab model. I'm very interested in the late 60' early 70's 521's. Any info would be great. Thanks Quote Link to comment
izzo Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 For a king cab, you will need to find a 76 or newer 620 pickup. Or make your own 521 king cab. I've owned single cab and king cab, im sticking with king cabs. bout 5'11". I fit fine in the 521, but i like the seat a little further back, and being able to lean the seat back some. Can't do that in a single cab. Uncomfortable. Quote Link to comment
Diesel33g Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I'm 6'6 250, I have a single cab 620 and it's decent. Quote Link to comment
thisismatt Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 This saturday I'll (6'3"+, 190lbs) be picking up a 521 and driving it home, about 1800 miles. I'll let you know how I feel when I get home :D Quote Link to comment
yellowdatsun Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 I'm 5'-11", and I've had 4 520/521's. I can tell you that even at my height the fit is not terribly comfortable for anything over a short drive. Add any seats that weren't factory, and the room get's even tighter. Honestly, if I was 6'-4" I'd be looking at a Z, they fit tall people great. Quote Link to comment
thisismatt Posted March 15, 2011 Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 So...drove the 521 over 1000 miles this weekend. With the stock seat and a wink mirror, I had to be ducking/slouching to see anything more than 10 feet in front of the truck. The seat is just too high, and bouncy, so I'll be looking to find a better option that will get me lower in the cab. Quote Link to comment
68Datsun510 Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Thats to keep you awake on those long drives! Hit bump, bounce, head hits roof! Glad to see all these big guys fit, im 6' 230 (sigh...) and hoped i wouldnt die getting in one. CHeckin one out on MONDAY!!! Quote Link to comment
yoke_a_b210 Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 you should fit fine im 6'4'' 215 and have a 1978 b210 dont know how its relevant but hey its so worth the squeeze! Quote Link to comment
flatcat19 Posted March 27, 2011 Report Share Posted March 27, 2011 I'm 5'-11", and I've had 4 520/521's. I can tell you that even at my height the fit is not terribly comfortable for anything over a short drive. Add any seats that weren't factory, and the room get's even tighter. Honestly, if I was 6'-4" I'd be looking at a Z, they fit tall people great. So...drove the 521 over 1000 miles this weekend. With the stock seat and a wink mirror, I had to be ducking/slouching to see anything more than 10 feet in front of the truck. The seat is just too high, and bouncy, so I'll be looking to find a better option that will get me lower in the cab. A bench seat from the mid-70's to mid-80's Toyota pickups work great. For the tall guys, they sit lower. For the guys installing a 31" trans, there is a cut-out over the tunnel on the seat. My sister's 521 has one. Fits perfect. Now when I went to go drive her truck, it was a little odd feeling. Just because my 521 has the OE seat. But it was comfortable. If it sat taller, I'd rock one. I want the cut-out over the trans tunnel myself. Quote Link to comment
dave71 Posted March 27, 2011 Report Share Posted March 27, 2011 i've never been so glad to be vertically challenged as i am now :cool: 5'8'' :lol: hell i'd have to drive an MG midget to fell your pain lol Quote Link to comment
jchristians Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 Seriously, we have some beasts on this forum!...I am a whopping 5'9" 165!...and I thought I was a tight fit! Quote Link to comment
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