goes2fast Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 As a few of you know I recently picked up a 71 1200 coupe. I haven't posted much so far as I've been trying to get it drivable before the winter weather sets in. Today I got the engine running good finally, installed a Weber DGEV, Pertronics electronic ignition conversion, new NGKs and wires. Now it runs like a top, no more stuttering, and stumbling at low speeds. I've recovered and replaced the boards in the cargo area, and the rear seat back. Instead of paper thin vinyl like it came with, I used light weight black carpet. It came out pretty good. I also got it lowered 2 inches all the way around, so It looks better on the outside. Unfortunetly the rear sway bar I ordered was 9" too wide, so I didn't get that on. I'm going to try and post some pics, hope I get it right this time! :P Previous owner in northern CA Headed home in Reno Not bad for 79 horsepower Dash almost finished Fender repaired A14 with junk carb. Seats from ??? At home in my driveway. Fender before repair Quote Link to comment
squatches Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 those are mazda miata seats, nice car Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 Not bad for 79 horsepower Why so hot? Quote Link to comment
ggzilla Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 Because your gauge lamp is out. Normal temperature range -- according to the Datsun owners manual -- is between the C and H marks. If below the C mark, change the thermostat. If above the H mark, test the radiator flow and proper bleeding out of air. Anywhere in this range is acceptable. Refer to the owners manual. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2011 those are mazda miata seats, nice car Thanks much! Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2011 Why so hot? Nevada desert, WFO and bugs that are now ironed out. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2011 Because your gauge lamp is out. Normal temperature range -- according to the Datsun owners manual -- is between the C and H marks. If below the C mark, change the thermostat. If above the H mark, test the radiator flow and proper bleeding out of air. Anywhere in this range is acceptable. Refer to the owners manual. Now that the correct Weber is on and jetted right, and timing set the gauge stays right in the middle. Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted November 13, 2011 Report Share Posted November 13, 2011 That's more like it. Mine rarely moves off the center mark -- that's why I asked. My speedo has never been that far right before either :D . Car looks good. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted November 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2011 I've gotten some more done, but haven't taken pics yet. I will update in the next couple of days. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Finally found time to take some pics of my progress. Installed a 280Z Speedo Found a console from a Honduh Civic that fits well. Replaced the crumbling original steering wheel. Replaced oddball Weber with correct DGV. The rear seat back was the worst of the rear floor boards, but all were either warped or broken. This is the replacement I made. This is the rear cargo area after replacing all the boards, and carpeting them. I'm now in the process of trying to repair the plastic trim at the rear. By the way, after installing the correct Weber, and a tuneup, my little hot rod runs great! :D Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Looks good. I have the same stereo in my wagon. Got a daylight pic of the gauges? Quote Link to comment
ggzilla Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Looks good. If you ever replace that carpet, I will buy the old check-pattern tunnel carpet from you. Quote Link to comment
]2eDeYe Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 [/size] Any more pics of that white car in the background? :cool: Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Saab Sonnett? Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Looks good. I have the same stereo in my wagon. Got a daylight pic of the gauges? Not yet, but I'll get one posted. :cool: Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 Looks good. If you ever replace that carpet, I will buy the old check-pattern tunnel carpet from you. I'm ordering carpet soon, but that center section is falling apart plus I had to cut some sections out for the console mounts, sorry. :( Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 2eDeYe' date='02 December 2011 - 03:37 PM' timestamp='1322865420' post='586874']Any more pics of that white car in the background? :cool: No, but it was pretty cool. I'm trying to remember what it was, but he had so many unusual cars, it's hard to keep them all straight. I think it was a Lancia though. Quote Link to comment
DRIVEN Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 I'm ordering carpet soon, but that center section is falling apart plus I had to cut some sections out for the console mounts, sorry. :( Zilla's gonna be bummed. Quote Link to comment
ggzilla Posted December 2, 2011 Report Share Posted December 2, 2011 yes, im really bummed now. I been looking for original carpet for years. That one was in one piece...best I've seen yet... Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2011 Zilla's gonna be bummed. I'll take a pic when I pull it, and if you still want it, I will give it to you. :D Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 4, 2011 Not yet, but I'll get one posted. :cool: Here is the daytime pic. Quote Link to comment
yello620 Posted December 4, 2011 Report Share Posted December 4, 2011 what was involved in putting the Z speedo? Quote Link to comment
KELMO Posted December 4, 2011 Report Share Posted December 4, 2011 Jim, The trunk flooring looks really good, nice job. I may have a piece or two of the trunk plastic but if I remember right they are very, very, very sad looking. Also may take awhile to find as I don't know if they are in storage or in the garage...but I know where to find you :lol: Quote Link to comment
fisch Posted December 4, 2011 Report Share Posted December 4, 2011 I am in love with your 12hundy. Makes me want one! Subscribed. Quote Link to comment
goes2fast Posted December 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 4, 2011 what was involved in putting the Z speedo? It's not easy, but if you are careful, it can be done. You have to swap the mounting cups as the 280 unit is deeper, and drill a hole for the trip meter shaft through the back. The other issue is the face is to large for the opening in the 1200 housing, so I carefully used my belt sander to reduce the diameter by 1/8 inch. If you want a more detailed look, I can take pics when I do the same conversion to my 620. :cool: Quote Link to comment
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