analogdream86 Posted November 13, 2012 Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 You folks know more about these than I do so I'm not going to drone on about stuff you already know. This little car runs and stops good, drives fine, I just don't really like it, someone else should enjoy it. Odometer works, is at 10K, judging by pedals, etc. I would say it's only 110K actual miles. This thing is surprisingly complete and functional, down to the original floormats and power drivers mirror. Here is what is missing: Front washer fluid reservoir/pump Battery electrolyte sensor, so battery warning lamp stays lit, really annoying Hubcaps original lugwrench Hood ornament Power antenna (it has a standard replacement that seems ok) wing nut for jack stowage This is what is bad: Rear bumper is RUSTY, on the bottom, just like many others I have seen Front fenders are rusty at the bottom, though it does not seem to be anywhere on the actual body shell. Radio is nonoperational, but will make static. The glove box hinge is now zipties, but it cannot be seen easily and works fine. The right side air vent has been somewhat massacred but still operates as intended. The console lid hinge and latch are FUBAR, have not installed cabinet hinge YET. The original cigarrette lighter does not work, outlet has power though. Fuel guage is MAX at 3/8 of a tank, actually runs out way below E, have not fooled with it yet. The heat will not turn off, no way to get cold air, have not fooled with this yet as it is cold currently. The drivers seat has tears in the bottom part, not bad but not perfect or pretty. (my ass doesn't care, the lumbar support still works) Most times when you start it it immediately stalls, but upon restart is fine. I have not had time to fully diagnose this problem. There is a noise from the rear axle like a shaft bearing starting to go but there is no play in it and seems like it's the early stages of failure. Front passenger door panel is the correct color, but appears to be slightly different than the other 3, I assume a year different. Everything else I could mention is trivial like the stain on the rear carpet and the slight dent in the hood, check out the pictures. This is what surprised me as good: The rear washer reservoir is there, with lid and cover and the motor works. The power mirror works great. The warning system still works as it should, as does the key buzzer. Dome light sensors and all dash lights including glove box are fine. Transmission seems super solid and leak free. Air conditioning compressor works, previous owner claims the system worked but developed a hole in a rubber hose. All seat adjustments and rear seat folding is just how it's supposed to be All locks match and have no problems. Emergency brake works great on both rear wheels. The back windows roll all the way down, way to go Datsun. This is what is NEW that I have installed: All 6 injectors and fuel pressure regulator Rear brake cylinders, shoes, hardware, drums. Brake master cylinder Alternator Coolant temp sender for guage This is what comes with the car, new in box, not installed: Front brake rotors and pads and hardware kit Axle bearings and seals (but not retaining collars) Water pump (was in car when I bought it) Air filter (it has a good one on it already) Cap, rotor, plugs, wires, fuel filter (previous owner had already done tuneup, but I didn't want to pay shipping again later) Also included: Factory service manual for 1979 Datsun 810 missing the front cover I am more interested in a trade as I do need something to drive, but cash pays the bills. Let me know what you are thinking, my only stipulations are NO frontwheeldrive except saab, no automatics except Volvo, nothing Japanese except trucks. PICTURES WILL FOLLOW!!! Link to comment
ArchetypeDatsun Posted November 13, 2012 Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 Where are you located? Waiting on pictures! Link to comment
analogdream86 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 Sorry for the lack of obvious necessary info!!! I'm in Oak Ridge, TN And so far as pictures it won't let me just post them so i'm trying to find where to add content but I'm not too bright so it may take a minute... LOL Link to comment
Eagle_Adam Posted November 13, 2012 Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 http://community.ratsun.net/topic/691-how-to-post-pictures-and-keep-online-photo-albums/ 1 Link to comment
analogdream86 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 OK, now that I got all that mess to work for me, feel free to ask questions and/or request further pictures. Thanks for looking! Zak Link to comment
ArchetypeDatsun Posted November 14, 2012 Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 Darn all the way out in TN, wish it was in the west coast. :( Link to comment
tablebeast Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Its mine now! Keep an eye out for a build thread soon. 1 Link to comment
ArchetypeDatsun Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Its mine now! Keep an eye out for a build thread soon. Sweet man welcome to the 810 club! Link to comment
tablebeast Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Sweet man welcome to the 810 club! Thank you. I have wanted one since I found out that the 810 was essentially a z-car platform a wagon body. Now I just have to figure out how to swap out this slushbox of an automatic tranny! I never thought I'd find a 79 wagon that I could afford so I never really looked for one. I completely stumbled on this one while looking for a 720 pickup. The way I see it, I can get z performance (sort of) and still be able to haul stuff like a truck! Link to comment
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